Philippines: News
09 Nov 2024
CanadaCanada discontinues fast-track student visas after ending 10-year multiple-entry visas
Canada has suddenly scrapped its Student Direct Stream (SDS) program, effective November 8.
30 Oct 2024
TaiwanSuper Typhoon Kong-rey threatens Taiwan, landfall expected Thursday
Taiwan is preparing for the onslaught of Super Typhoon Kong-rey, which has rapidly intensified after hitting the Philippines.
24 Oct 2024
South China SeaPhilippines: 24 killed as tropical storm triggers floods, landslides
Tropical Storm Trami has left at least 24 people dead in the northeastern Philippines, with most of the deaths due to drowning in the Bicol region and Quezon province.
22 Oct 2024
United States of AmericaCameras in passengers' bathroom: Cruise giant Royal Caribbean faces lawsuit
A class-action lawsuit has been filed against cruise giant, Royal Caribbean International, and a former crew member in the United States.
18 Sep 2024
McDonald'sTCS partners with McDonald's Philippines to digitize over 760 outlets
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India's leading IT services provider, has inked a two-year contract with McDonald's Philippines.
12 Sep 2024
AustraliaVietnam: Typhoon Yagi aftermath brings flash floods, landslides; 199 dead
Nearly 200 people have died in Vietnam and 128 are missing days after Typhoon Yagi battered the country's north.
09 Sep 2024
WorldPhilippines pastor accused of running child sex trafficking ring arrested
Apollo Quiboloy, a pastor from the Philippines, has been arrested following a two-week police manhunt.
07 Sep 2024
ChinaSuper typhoon Yagi hits Vietnam after killing 2 in China
Super Typhoon Yagi has made landfall in northern Vietnam on Saturday.
27 Aug 2024
AustraliaAustralia limits foreign student intake to 270,000 amid migration concerns
Australia has announced a cap on its intake of new international students for the year 2025, setting the limit at 270,000.
28 Jul 2024
BerlinPutin threatens to restart production of intermediate-range nuclear weapons
Russian President Vladimir Putin has warned that Russia may resume the production of intermediate-range nuclear missiles if the United States proceeds with its plans to deploy long-range missiles in Germany.
21 Jul 2024
Taj MahalVed Bharambe crowned Best Costume awardee at Man of World
Ved Bharambe aka Lavesh Mohan Bharambe, from Pune, has made history by becoming the first Indian to win the Best National Costume Award at the Man of the World 2024 pageant in the Philippines.
17 Jul 2024
LifestyleMarvel at the Chocolate Hills of Bohol, Philippines
The Chocolate Hills in Bohol, Philippines, are a geological marvel and a leading tourist attraction.
11 Jul 2024
Air PollutionMost lung cancer patients in India never smoked
Scientists have discovered that lung cancer in Southeast Asia, particularly India, differs from other regions due to the unique genetic diversity of its population.
15 Jun 2024
ChinaUS military ran secret anti-vax campaign during COVID-19 pandemic: Report
The United States military launched a secret operation during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic to stymie China's increasing influence in the Philippines, which was badly affected by the virus, Reuters reported.
27 May 2024
BengaluruIndian start-up Zypp Electric secures funding for Southeast Asia expansion
Indian electric vehicle (EV) start-up, Zypp Electric, has successfully secured a fresh investment of $15 million from Japanese energy and oil conglomerate ENEOS.
22 Apr 2024
BrazilIndia emerges as second-largest contributor of new US citizens
A recent Congressional report revealed a total of 65,960 Indians officially became United States (US) citizens in 2022, solidifying India's position as the second-largest contributor of immigrants to America.
10 Apr 2024
New York CityThis NYC shop cashier works remotely from Philippines via Zoom
Sansan Chicken, a fried chicken shop in New York City, has adopted an unconventional staffing approach.
04 Mar 2024
CelebrityFilipino actor Jaclyn Jose dies (60) of heart attack
Renowned Filipino actor Jaclyn Jose, born Mary Jane Guck, passed away at the age of 60 on Saturday.
29 Feb 2024
Travel And TourismGo for an island-hopping adventure to Palawan in the Philippines
Palawan in the Philippines is a tropical paradise, celebrated for its sparkling, clear waters and verdant landscapes.
23 Jan 2024
Chris MartinManila's traffic makes Coldplay's Chris Martin write an impromptu song
Manila's infamous traffic crisis and snarls prompted Coldplay's Chris Martin to croon an impromptu song during the band's concert in the Philippines, leaving the fans chuckling.
31 Dec 2023
DenmarkWeird and unusual New Year's Eve traditions around the world
As the calendar turns, various cultures worldwide usher in the New Year with a range of peculiar traditions.
04 Dec 2023
United States of AmericaViolated sovereignty: China on US warship's presence in disputed SCS
China on Monday slammed the United States (US) after an American warship—USS Gabrielle Giffords—allegedly entered the disputed South China Sea near the Second Thomas Shoal.
01 Aug 2023
ChinaChina: 11 dead, dozens missing following Typhoon Doksuri
At least 11 people died and 27 others were reported missing as heavy rainfall continued to lash Beijing, China, for the fourth consecutive day, CCTV reported on Tuesday.
05 Jul 2023
Social MediaCanva shakes up the workspace: Introduces laptop accessories vending machine
Technology is moving faster than we think and is accessible to people in various ways.
14 Feb 2023
Valentine's DayBet you don't know about these weird Valentine's Day traditions
There is no de facto ruleset to celebrate love.
16 Nov 2022
IndiaIt's eight billion baby! Philippines welcomes world's 8th billion person
The global population touched eight billion on Tuesday with the birth of a baby in Tondo district, Manila, Philippines.
27 Sep 2022
NepalWorld Tourism Day: 5 affordable foreign destinations from India
It is time to pack your bags and tickle your wanderlust as today is World Tourism Day!
20 Sep 2022
Travel And TourismTraveling to Philippines? Bring home these 5 souvenirs
Boasting a multitude of islands, vibrant culture, delicious cuisine, and picture-perfect beaches, the Philippines is a dream travel destination for many.
27 Jul 2022
EarthquakePhilippines: 7.1 magnitude earthquake rocks Luzon island for 30 seconds
A violent 7.1-magnitude earthquake slammed the Philippine islands of Luzon on Wednesday, devastating a hospital and residences in a northern region and sending significant vibrations through the capital, Manila, according to the US Geological Survey (USGS).
31 May 2022
FoodHave you heard of banana ketchup? Here's all about it
Bananas are enjoyed as fruit or widely used in cakes, milkshakes, and muffins all over the world. But have you heard of it being used as a condiment?
25 May 2022
Thailand5 foreign destinations to visit from India on a budget
If you're wondering where to travel next on a budget and want to get your passport stamped this time, think beyond Nepal, Bhutan, Thailand, and Sri Lanka.
05 March 2022
Japan5 volcanoes to see in your lifetime
Visiting a volcano can feel terrifying, but they also make for an equally adventurous trip.
28 Jan 2022
IndiaIndia, Philippines sign $375 million deal for BrahMos missiles
India and the Philippines signed a $375 million deal on Friday for the acquisition of the BrahMos supersonic anti-ship missile system.
20 Dec 2021
South China SeaTyphoon Rai slams Philippines, over 370 dead, several missing
After the most powerful typhoon which hit the Philippines Thursday, the death toll has soared to 375.
13 Dec 2021
EntertainmentTracing LGBTQA+ representation at the Miss Universe through the years
The Philippines created a record at Miss Universe 2021 by making it to the semis 12 consecutive times.
26 Nov 2021
WorldFrancisca Susano, 'world's oldest person,' passes away at 124
Francisca Susano, the Filipino woman who was thought to be the oldest person in the world, died at the age of 124 recently.
08 Oct 2021
Russia NewsPhilippines' Ressa, Russia's Muratov; journalists win Nobel Peace Prize
Journalists Maria Ressa and Dmitry Muratov have won the prestigious Nobel Peace Prize for 2021 for "their efforts to safeguard freedom of expression."
29 Sep 2021
BoxingBoxing legend Manny Pacquiao announces retirement
Boxing legend Manny Pacquiao is officially hanging up his gloves.
10 Sep 2021
Infinix MobileInfinix HOT 10i, with MediaTek Helio P65 chipset, goes official
Infinix has launched its latest budget-range HOT-series smartphone, the HOT 10i, in the Philippines. The handset carries a price-tag of PHP 5,990 (around Rs. 8,800) and is available in four color options.
04 Jul 2021
Plane Crash17 dead after military plane crashes in Philippines; 40 rescued
A military plane crash-landed in the Philippines on Sunday, the chief of the armed forces said in a statement.
