Trump Tariffs Live Updates: Philippines, Algeria, Iraq Among 6 Nations Hit With Up To 30% Tariffs

Trump Tariffs Live Updates: US President Donald Trump on Wednesday announced a new round of tariffs targeting several countries. The tariffs include 30% duties on imports from Algeria, Iraq, and Libya; 25% on goods from Brunei and Moldova; and 20%...

Filipino spikers test roster depth in SEA V.League

MANILA, Philippines — Alas Pilipinas showcases its depth a little over two months before the FIVB Volleyball Men’s World Championship as it goes for a podium spot in the first leg of the 2025 Southeast Asian V.League this week in the City of...

Manila Water Foundation continues WASH drive as schools open

MANILA, Philippines – As the new school year starts, Manila Water Foundation (MWF), the social development arm of Manila Water, together with valued partners have been providing support to hundreds of schools through Manila Water Foundation’s...

Philippines summons Chinese envoy after politician banned

MANILA, Philippines -- China's ambassador to Manila was summoned after Beijing imposed sanctions on a former Filipino senator who has been critical of China's aggressive actions in the disputed South China Sea, Philippine officials said Tuesday....

PLDT, Smart back AI-enhanced learning in Philippine schools

PLDT and Smart Communications, Inc. are reaffirming their commitment to inclusive education by supporting the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into the Central Visayan Institute Foundation – Dynamic Learning Program (CVIF-DLP). The...

Hitachi revolutionizes air conditioning in the Philippines with first slim modular VRF, Hitachi SideSmart and Set-Free Series

If you’re planning to design a compact high-rise or refurbish an older building, Hitachi offers an innovative cooling solution with the SideSmart VRF system, Hitachi’s exclusive and most versatile modular outdoor unit in the industry today....

Manila photo store goes viral after street cleared in city clean-up drive

A photography store in Quiapo caught attention online after posting a photo of its storefront completely free of the usual street vendors and obstructions—all due to a recent city government clean-up. On July 1, Henry’s Cameras posted a photo of...

Philippines to send record 1,600 athletes to Thailand SEA Games

MANILA, Philippines — With full backing from the government, the Philippines is fielding in its biggest delegation to date in the 33rd Southeast Asian Games set December 9-20 in Thailand—a 1,600-strong squad mostly coming from team sports. “This...

Philippine Airlines brings back seasonal Sapporo flights

MANILA, Philippines — The nation's flag carrier Philippine Airlines will be flying between Manila and Sapporo, Japan again after five years. The airline is reviving its seasonal nonstop Manila-Sapporo flights from November 24 until March 27. It...

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Hontiveros joins West Philippine Sea bloc in Congress

MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Risa Hontiveros officially joined the “West Philippine Sea bloc” of lawmakers in the 20th Congress. This development was officially announced Wednesday during the formal launch of the alliance in concurrence with the...

Philippines urges global financial reforms for middle-income nations

The Philippines is urging the international community to swiftly reform the global financial system to provide tailored support to middle-income countries (MICs) amidst rising global challenges. Joven Balbosa, Undersecretary of the Department of...

Amarnath pilgrim from Philippines praises Yatra experience

Srinagar An Amarnath Yatra pilgrim from the Philippines, who is a member of the Indian diaspora, on Wednesday praised the administration of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) for arrangements made for the pilgrimage, despite initial...

Steakhouse Smith & Wollensky opens 1st Philippine branch in Taguig

MANILA, Philippines — American steakhouse Smith & Wollensky opened its first Philippine branch right in the heart of Bonifacio Global City, Taguig. This is the restaurant's fourth branch in Asia and fifth outside the United States, with London...

Philippines’ biggest solar park: MTerra Solar brings MGen near 1,500 MW

MANILA, Philippines — The P200-billion Luzon solar park of Meralco PowerGen Corp. (MGen) has racked up 772 megawatts (MW) of solar panels installed as the company said the project continued to see “strong momentum.” MGen said this milestone that...

Online sugal: Big gains for gov’t, bigger losses for poor Filipinos

Online gambling is “making history” as the gaming industry’s “top revenue driver,” contributing P51 billion in the first three months of 2025, almost the same as the all year P58 billion that the sector generated in 2023. But for some Filipinos,...

Philippines clears more sugar imports to stabilize prices

MANILA, Philippines — The Sugar Regulatory Administration (SRA) has authorized the importation of 424,000 metric tons (MT) of sugar to ensure stable supply despite the country having a relatively stable buffer and prices as of June. “The intention...

Filipino workers face heightened levels of stress, sadness — survey

MANILA, Philippines — Statistics do not lie. Mental health and well-being organization MindNation reports a significant rise in mental health challenges experienced by Filipino workers based on its 2024 Well-Being Survey compared to its 2022 data....

HIGHLIGHTS: PBA Philippine Cup semifinals Game 7 – Ginebra vs San Miguel

San Miguel Beermen and Barangay Ginebra Gin Kings battle for one last time in the PBA Philippine Cup semifinals for the chance to advance to the championship round. IN PHOTOS: San Miguel vs Ginebra PBA Philippine Cup semifinals Game 7 MANILA,...

Hontiveros joins West Philippine Sea bloc of lawmakers

MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Risa Hontiveros officially joined the “West Philippine Sea bloc” of lawmakers in the 20th Congress. This development was officially announced Wednesday during the formal launch of the alliance in concurrence with the...