Philippines backs ASEAN push to strengthen US trade ties amid tariff pause

  The Philippines is ready to collaborate with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) as the 10-member bloc moves to strengthen its trade partnership with the United States (US) following the 90-day suspension of reciprocal tariffs. In a …

Philippines to import 3.5 million MT of rice – NEDA

MANILA, Philippines —  Despite a projected higher rice output, the Philippines will still have to import about 3.5 million metric tons (MT) of the staple this year to meet its total requirement, government estimates showed. Local rice production is …

Terror as smoke fills cabin on flight from Philippines to Los Angeles

By SONYA GUGLIARA FOR DAILYMAIL.COM Published: 11:53 EDT, 10 April 2025 | Updated: 13:00 EDT, 10 April 2025 A Los Angeles-bound flight from the Philippines was forced to make an emergency landing in Japan as the aircraft filled with smoke.  Philippine …

Raven Alcoseba is Philippines’ top elite finisher in Asia Triathlon Sprint race in HK

CEBU CITY, Philippines—Cebuana elite triathlete Raven Faith Alcoseba once again displayed her impressive form in international triathlon, emerging as the best finisher among Filipinos at the 2025 Asia Triathlon Sprint Championships in Hong Kong earlier …

Philippines Posts 2024 Industry Report, Highlights Record GGR

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) published information about the local gaming industry’s performance in 2024, outlining record-breaking gross gaming revenue for the period. Philippine Gaming Is Still Growing In its official release, …

Smoke fills Philippines-LA flight with 359 onboard; probe on: Watch video

A Philippine Airlines flight bound for Los Angeles in the United States was forced to make an emergency landing in Japan after the cabin filled with smoke midair. The flight, carrying 355 passengers and four crew members, took off from Manila International …

Malaysia, Philippines Strengthen Maritime Diplomacy To Tackle Regional Security Threats

PUTRAJAYA, April 10 (Bernama) -- Malaysia and the Philippines have reached a significant agreement to strengthen maritime diplomacy between the two nations to enhance maritime security and address cross-border threats. Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency …

Maureen Wroblewitz marks one year since leaving Philippines: ‘Definitely not been easy’

Global Telecom Subsea Cable Lands in the Philippines

China's dominance in rare earth minerals like gallium and germanium raises long-term risks for telcos. These materials are essential for 5G antennas, fibre optics and semiconductors. "A 30% price surge in rare earths could add US$2 to US$3bn …

Philippines: Mercury Drug president passes away

“Ms. Que-Azcona lived with purpose and passion, ensuring the best healthcare was accessible to Filipinos,” the company stated. “We are grateful for the longstanding partnership with the Mercury Group of Companies and for the privilege of working alongside …