Corruption Scandal Slows PH Growth to 4.4%
Philippine economy slowed to 4.4% in 2025 as a corruption scandal halted infrastructure projects, dragging down jobs and consumer confidence.
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Deadly U.S. Winter Storm Cuts Power, Halts 11K Flights
US winter storm cripples power and travel: 500,000 without electricity, 11,000 flights cancelled, 42 dead as Arctic cold grips America.
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Duterte Appeals ICC Ruling, Citing Deteriorating Health
Duterte appeals to ICC, claiming health deterioration justifies his release as charges for crimes against humanity loom ahead of key hearings.
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Boy of Slain Cop Dies from Asphyxia, Investigation Ongoing
Police confirm eight-year-old John Ysmael Mollenido suffocated to death in a case linked to his mother’s murder, sparking intense public outrage.
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Twin Pandas Depart Japan, Return to China Amid Tensions
Twin giant pandas Xiao Xiao and Lei Lei return to China, marking the end of a 50-year panda presence in Japan amid tense diplomatic ties.
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Pope Francis Brings Hope to Tacloban Ten Years After Yolanda
Pope Francis’ visit to Tacloban a decade after Super Typhoon Yolanda brought hope and solidarity to grieving survivors on a rain-soaked runway.
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Hawks Stun Celtics With Dominant Win in Boston
Atlanta Hawks stun Celtics 117-106 at TD Garden as Jalen Johnson leads dominant road win with 19 points, 14 rebounds, 7 assists
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Cebu Pacific Launches ₱1 Clark-Hanoi Flights
Cebu Pacific offers ₱1 Clark–Hanoi flights starting May 2026, boosting travel options for North and Central Luzon residents.
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Storm Threat Grows as LPA Nears Mindanao Landfall
LPA east of Mindanao enters PAR, brings heavy rains and flood risks in Mindanao and Visayas as PAGASA warns of possible storm formation.
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Philippine Police Pursue Fugitive Tycoon in Cambodia
Philippines intensifies manhunt for fugitive gambling tycoon Charlie Ang, deploying a liaison to Cambodia amid rising fears over missing sabungeros.
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Driver Crushed by Truck in Brake Failure Crash
Brake failures led to deadly motorcycle accidents in Misamis Oriental, raising urgent safety concerns for motorists and Good Samaritans.
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UPS Cuts 30,000 Jobs to Shift Away From Amazon Deliveries
UPS to cut 30,000 jobs by 2026, shifting focus from low-margin Amazon deliveries to higher-profit logistics, impacting global markets.
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Visita Iglesia: Filipinos Observe Holy Week Traditions
This Holy Week, Filipinos engage in Visita Iglesia and penitensya, blending faith and culture in rituals that adapt to modern life.
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Knicks Crush Kings With Late Surge for Third Straight Win
Knicks stun Kings with 31–15 fourth-quarter rally at MSG, grab 3rd straight NBA win behind Brunson’s 28-point masterclass.
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Philippines Trade Gap Narrows to Four-Year Low
Philippines narrows trade deficit by 15% in December 2025 as exports hit record high, boosting hopes for stronger peso and lower import costs.
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Shear Line Sparks Flood, Landslide Threat in Mindanao
PAGASA warns shear line brings heavy rains, floods and landslide risks to Eastern Visayas and Mindanao; fishermen told to avoid rough seas.
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Palace Dismisses Medical Bulletin Amid Marcos’s Health Concerns
Malacañang asserts President Marcos remains healthy after diverticulitis hospitalization, emphasizing stability and continuous governance.
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India Confirms Two Nipah Virus Cases, Regional Alert Up
India’s Nipah virus cases spark regional health alerts, with Thailand and Malaysia enhancing airport screenings amid low fatality risk.
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Takaichi Warns Japan-US Alliance Could Collapse Over Taiwan
Japan’s PM warns Taiwan crisis could break the US alliance, impacting regional stability amid heightening tensions and economic fallout.
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Filipinos First Performers in US Amid Colonial Control
Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Show showcased Filipinos in 1899, revealing colonial stereotypes and their struggle for agency amid hostility.
