Philippine court freezes assets linked to flood control project anomalies

MANILA (Reuters) -The Philippine Court of Appeals on Tuesday ordered the freezing of 135 bank accounts and 27 insurance policies tied to individuals and companies alleged to be involved in flawed government flood control projects. The Anti-Money...

Filipino American Business Association of Glendale marks 35th anniversary with education awards

Glendale Mayor’s Certificate of Recognition to outstanding FABAG members and business Glendale, CA – Founded in September 1990 in Glendale, CA, the Filipino American Business Association of Glendale (FABAG-GLAC) hosted a successful Black and White...

Philippine labour laws and jurisprudence on illegal dismissal

The Philippine Constitution guarantees an employee’s right to security of tenure, such that no employee shall be terminated from work except for just and authorised causes, and on observance of due process. The Department of Labour and Employment...

Philippines’ new hi-tech frigate aims to boost naval defences, but is it enough?

The Philippines has taken delivery of its most modern warship yet, marking a milestone in efforts to strengthen its maritime defences in the South China Sea. The arrival of the BRP Diego Silang, a 3,200-tonne guided-missile frigate built in South...

Lawmakers grill VP Sara on frequent travels at OVP budget hearing

Vice President Sara Duterte on Tuesday presented the proposed P902.895-million budget of her office based on the approved 2026 National Expenditure Program (NEP) at the House Committee on Appropriations, with lawmakers seeking explanation on her...

Manila Archbishop Advincula condemns corruption as a 'concrete form of evil'

September 16, 2025 | 1:59pm MANILA, Philippines — Manila Archbishop Cardinal Jose Advincula called corruption a “concrete form of evil,” warning that it erodes society and human dignity if left unchecked. In a pastoral letter released Tuesday,...

Military modernization gets P40 billion in 2026 defense budget 

This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article. The executive allocates over P430.87 billion to the defense sector, the bulk of which goes to the operations of the Philippine Army, Air...

Philippine transportation department works to ensure viable airfares

The Philippine Department of Transportation (DOTr) is currently working to ensure viable airfares and expand access to more domestic and international destinations, seeking to strengthen the country’s aviation and tourism sectors. At present, the...

Filipina helper's salary $400 for GCC, $500 for others

What did Manila announce? On August 22, 2025, in Advisory No. 25-2025, the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) announced that the minimum monthly wage for domestic workers from the Philippines will increase from $400 to $500, a 25% hike. The...

Emma Mary Tiglao revved up for Miss Grand International journey

September 16, 2025 | 5:13pm MANILA, Philippines — The newly-crowned Miss Grand Philippines 2025 Emma Mary Tiglao is gearing up for her departure for Thailand where she hopes to take home another Miss Grand International (MGI) title for the...

China says it fires water cannon at Philippine ships in South China Sea

This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article. The Philippine coast guard accuses its Chinese counterpart of harassing vessels it says were on a humanitarian mission to support Filipino...

China Coast Guard fires water cannon at Philippine ships in South China Sea

BEIJING (Reuters) -- China's Coast Guard fired water cannon on Tuesday at Philippine ships near the disputed Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea, accusing Manila of an "illegal" intrusion and the ramming of one of its vessels. The...

asia China fires water cannon at Philippine ships in South China Sea

BEIJING — China's Coast Guard fired water cannon on Tuesday (Sept 16) at Philippine ships near the disputed Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea, accusing Manila of an "illegal" intrusion and the ramming of one of its vessels. The...

How Mowelfund sparks young Filipino filmmakers’ journey

MANILA, Philippines – There’s no questioning how the Mowelfund Film Institute (MFI) has helped shape Philippine cinema for the past decades, with many talents coming from the organization that has been supporting and educating individuals who...

China Claims Action Against Philippine Vessels At Scarborough Shoal

Home Asia China Claims Action Against Philippine Vessels At Scarborough Shoal China claims almost the entire South China Sea, overlapping the exclusive economic zones of Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines and Vietnam. In a move to assert...

These captivating vintage photos of Manila showcase its timeless charm, despite its dark past.

These captivating vintage photos of Manila unveil the city’s timeless charm through stunning black-and-white scenes, bustling streets brimming with horse-drawn carriages, elegant old architecture, and snapshots of daily life. Every photograph...

ICTSI Manila terminal receives new port equipment

International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI) has added eight hybrid rubber-tired gantries (RTGs) to its flagship Manila International Container Terminal (MICT). The terminal operator said the new cranes expand capacity, improving...

UK moves toward visiting forces agreement with Philippines

Cristina Chi - Philstar.com September 16, 2025 | 4:46pm MANILA, Philippines — The United Kingdom has formally conveyed its intent to pursue a visiting forces agreement with the Philippines — the latest defense pact Manila will pursue with a...

Trends and challenges in employment law

Evolving worker classifications and stricter rules on dismissal highlight the challenges businesses face in navigating labour laws in these jurisdictions India’s Supreme Court on tenure-linked employment bonds In the current business environment,...

Over 100 Filipino athletes to take part in Bahrain Asian Youth Games

Philstar.com September 16, 2025 | 6:14pm MANILA, Philippines — A 136-strong Team Philippines will vie in 16 of the 23 sports on the Third Asian Youth Games 2025 program that Bahrain is hosting from October 22-31 in Manama. Promising boxer Leo Mhar...