A groundbreaking study from Ateneo de Manila University has unveiled compelling evidence that early Filipinos were among the first to master seafaring, predating other civilizations by thousands of years. This discovery not only reshapes our understanding of ancient maritime history but also highlights the ingenuity and advanced technological capabilities of early Southeast Asian societies. The…
The Department of Health (DOH) has raised concerns over the alarming rise in dengue cases across the Philippines, with Calabarzon emerging as the region with the highest reported cases. As of February 22, 2025, the region, which includes Cavite, Laguna, Batangas, Rizal, and Quezon, recorded a staggering 10,759 cases. This figure places Calabarzon at the…
Last Friday proved to be a grim day for the stock market, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average plummeting by 748.63 points, marking its worst performance of the year. Fueled by economic concerns and investor unease, the decline sent shockwaves through Wall Street. However, amidst the widespread sell-off, pharmaceutical companies emerged as a rare bright…
In a significant demographic shift, South Korea experienced an increase in births in 2024 for the first time in nearly a decade. Preliminary estimates from Seoul indicate that the total number of births reached 240,000, marking a notable rise from previous years. The country’s fertility rate also slightly improved, rising to 0.75 in 2024 from…
In a dramatic turn of events during President Donald Trump’s address to Congress on March 4, 2025, Democratic Representative Al Green of Texas was removed from the House chamber after a series of disruptions. The incident unfolded as President Trump began his speech, declaring his administration’s vision and accomplishments. Rep. Green, a vocal critic of…
To address China’s declining population, Chen Songxi, a member of the National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), has proposed lowering the legal marriage age to 18. This proposal aims to boost fertility rates and “unleash reproductive potential” in the face of a demographic downturn. Chen’s proposal includes lowering the marriage age,…
In a recent development that has heightened tensions between Taipei and Beijing, Taiwanese authorities are investigating the Hongtai, a cargo ship suspected of severing an undersea communications cable. The incident has raised significant national security concerns, as the entire crew of the Hongtai consists of Chinese nationals. The Taiwanese coast guard reported that the Hongtai,…
To capitalize on the burgeoning professional services market, PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) recently inaugurated a new office in the Philippines. This expansion comes on the heels of a remarkable year for the global professional services sector, which witnessed a nearly 10 percent growth in 2023. The professional services market has been on an upward trajectory, encompassing a…
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) announced on Tuesday that it would pursue legal action against lawyers who assist former Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGOs) employees in extending their stay in the country. This move comes after Executive Order 74, issued by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., which banned POGOs in the Philippines effective December 31, 2025….
President Donald Trump has directed a pause on U.S. military aid to Ukraine following a contentious meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in the Oval Office last week. This decision, reported by Bloomberg and Fox News, will remain in effect until Trump determines that Ukraine’s leaders demonstrate a good-faith commitment to peace. The clash between…
