The Philippine government is demanding P60 million in damages from China after its coast guard allegedly rammed and towed Filipino Navy equipment during a resupply mission in Ayungin Shoal. Defense officials describe the incident as a deliberate act of aggression, rejecting Beijing’s claims that Philippine vessels illegally intruded into Chinese waters. The confrontation underscores ongoing…
Filipino motorists are bracing for another round of fuel price hikes, with gasoline and diesel prices climbing by nearly P1.80 per liter. This marks the fifth consecutive week of increases, driven by escalating hostilities between Israel and Iran, declining oil supply in the U.S., and market reactions to a potential U.S.-China trade agreement. The Department…
On June 16, the Philippines opened its new academic year with a bold experiment: a pilot rollout of the revised K to 12 curriculum in 889 schools. The overhaul trims bloated subject loads and reorients senior high school toward employability — a long-standing critique of the original 2013 law. Under the new framework, core subjects…
Here are some standout events happening across the Philippines from June 15 to 21, 2025: 1. Fête de la Musique 2025 – Main Stage 2. IRONMAN 70.3 Subic Bay 3. Sonik Soirée – Music Business Conference 4. Pahiyas Festival Extension Events 5. Baragatan Festival – Culmination Week 6. Pintados-Kasadyaan Festival (Pre-Parade Events) 7. Davao Gulf…
On June 15, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. reaffirmed his decision not to interfere in the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte — a move that has reshaped the political landscape. The Senate, now acting as an impeachment court, has taken oaths and begun proceedings that are expected to stretch into the 20th Congress. The…
Military tensions are rising across various parts of the Asia-Pacific region as multiple nations prepare for maneuvers amid ongoing territorial disputes. In Southeast Asia, Thailand and Cambodia are experiencing a revival of border tensions, with both nations accusing each other of encroaching on disputed territory. Military officials from both sides have been scrambling to de-escalate…
Thousands of Filipinos took to the streets of Makati to protest against Beijing’s expanding influence in the South China Sea, demanding stronger action from the Philippine government against what they call Chinese military aggression. The demonstrations come amid heightened tensions between Manila and Beijing over recent encounters involving Philippine vessels and Chinese coast guard ships….
A vibrant cultural day awaits the Philippines on June 14 as the country hosts two major events in music and sports, drawing local and international audiences. The 19th Philippine International Jazz Festival kicks off at Asia Pacific College in Makati, promising a night filled with mesmerizing performances from some of the best jazz artists in…
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