ASEAN member states gathered in Manila for a maritime security dialogue, focusing on maintaining a rules-based order in the South China Sea. The discussions involved academics, policymakers, and maritime experts. The dialogue emphasized the importance of strategic autonomy, with ASEAN nations expressing their desire to address maritime security without external influence from major powers like…
Manila, Philippines – The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) has issued a warning as several areas in Luzon and Visayas experience dangerously high heat index levels, with temperatures soaring up to 45°C. According to PAGASA, Dagupan City, Pangasinan, and Aparri, Cagayan recorded the highest heat index at 45°C, while five other areas—including…
Manila, Philippines – The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has officially proclaimed the 12 winning senators of the 2025 midterm elections, with familiar political names securing key seats in the upper chamber. Election Results Senator Bong Go leads the race, topping the polls with 27.12 million votes, securing a second consecutive term. Former Senator Bam Aquino…
Berlin, Germany – The Philippines and Germany have officially signed a defense cooperation agreement, strengthening military ties as Manila seeks to bolster its alliances amid ongoing tensions in the West Philippine Sea. The agreement, signed by Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. and German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius, expands cooperation between the two nations in…
Davao City, Philippines – Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has secured a landslide victory in the Davao City mayoral race, despite being detained at the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague. A Landslide Win According to preliminary election results, Duterte received over 600,000 votes, nearly eight times more than his closest rival, Karlo Nograles….
MANILA, Philippines – Millions of Filipinos headed to the polls on Monday in a highly anticipated midterm election, deciding over 18,000 posts nationwide. The vote comes amid a deepening political rift between President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Vice President Sara Duterte, following Duterte’s impeachment by the House of Representatives for alleged high crimes. The election…
Central Philippines – May 13, 2025 Kanlaon Volcano, one of the most active volcanoes in the Philippines, erupted early Tuesday morning. It spew a colossal grey plume of ash approximately 3 kilometers into the sky and launched ballistic projectiles across its surroundings. Authorities and experts closely monitor the situation as residents brace for possible aftereffects….
Manila, Philippines — May 10, 2025 The Commission on Elections (COMELEC) has issued a strong warning against misinformation spreading on social media that falsely claims the upcoming national elections have been moved to May 10 instead of May 12. Officials reaffirmed that the election date remains unchanged and urged voters to rely only on official…
Manila, Philippines — The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) has accused a Chinese research vessel of conducting unauthorized activities within the country’s exclusive economic zone (EEZ), raising further concerns over maritime security in the South China Sea. According to the PCG, the “Haiyang Dizhi 12,” was spotted operating near the waters off Palawan, allegedly engaging in…
Manila, Philippines – President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has ordered an investigation into the procurement and installation of bollards at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 1 following a tragic accident that claimed two lives. The incident, which occurred on Sunday, involved a sport utility vehicle (SUV) crashing through the barriers and into a group of…
