Philippine News

A former economic security and interior minister, Sanae Takaichi has repeatedly referred to Margaret Thatcher as a source of inspiration, citing her strong character and convictions coupled with her 'womanly warmth' TOKYO, Japan – Hardline conservative Sanae Takaichi was voted in by parliament as Japan’s first female prime minister on …

The free concert featuring K-drama soundtracks makes its way back with the Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra headlining the show together with Korean and local artists MANILA, Philippines – Heads up, K-drama fans! OST Symphony II: K-Drama in Concert returns to the stage for its second year on Saturday, October 25. The …

Geologists say a magnitude 10 earthquake is impossible, while the ‘Big One’ expected to come from the West Valley Fault is projected to have a magnitude of 7.2 Claim: The “Big One,” the strong earthquake that can possibly hit Metro Manila on the West Valley Fault, will be a magnitude …

Rappler revisits the setbacks, gains, and challenges that the Philippine Navy and the military have faced in their push to modernize MANILA, Philippines — When did the push to modernize the Philippine military begin, and why has it lagged behind its counterparts in the region? In a series of stories …

Based on her 2024 SALN, Senator Risa Hontiveros has a net worth of P18.99 million, total assets of P19.88 million, and liabilities of P897,840 MANILA, Philippines – Senator Risa Hontiveros on Monday, October 20, released a copy of her 2024 Statement of Assets, Liabilities, and Net Worth (SALN). Based on …

The Department of Health has debunked viral posts on social media about a supposed plan to implement lockdowns due to rising cases in influenza-like illnesses Claim: Various areas in the Philippines will be under lockdown from October 19 to 25, 2025, due to rising cases of influenza-like illnesses. Rating: FALSE …

Hamas denies accusations of an 'imminent attack' or a 'violation' of the ceasefire The Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt will remain closed until further notice, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Saturday, October 18, adding its reopening will depend on Hamas handing over the bodies of deceased …

PAGASA says the landfall of Tropical Storm Ramil (Fengshen) in Bataan is its last, and it will begin moving over the West Philippine Sea on Sunday afternoon, October 19 MANILA, Philippines – Tropical Storm Ramil (Fengshen) has made landfall for the fourth and final time, the weather bureau said on …

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW Tropical Storm Ramil (Fengshen), the Philippines’ 18th tropical cyclone for 2025, is set to affect much of Luzon and Eastern Visayas. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) warned the public to be on alert for hazards, including floods, landslides, and storm surges. …

Play Video Duterte is the president behind the war on drugs, the Davao Death Squad, red-tagging, and the anti-terror law. And yet, he's a 'pillar of law' awardee? Is he deserving? MANILA, Philippines – Former president Rodrigo Duterte has been detained in The Hague, Netherlands, since March due to crimes …