Philippine Business Council in Dubai Honors Filipino Flavors on World Food Day 2025

Celebrating Filipino Cuisine in Dubai Filipino cuisine and culture took center stage in Dubai as the community marked World Food Day 2025 with an engaging event titled Pagsasalo. The initiative aimed to showcase the creativity and culinary passion...

Marcos, Isko explore closer work on Manila projects

President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. on Friday sat down with Manila Mayor Francisco “Isko Moreno” Domagoso in Malacañang to explore closer coordination on infrastructure, urban renewal, and social service efforts in the capital. The meeting...

China Deploys Buoys, Security Officers to Scarborough Shoal Amid Philippine Drills

Chinese forces deployed maritime security officers, fighter jets and new buoys to Scarborough Shoal on Oct. 17, 2025. Philippine Coast Guard graphic Chinese forces deployed maritime security officers, fighter jets and new buoys to Scarborough...

6 out of 10 Filipino Adults Are at Risk of Osteoporosis Anlene Sounds the Alarm on the Silent Health Crisis

Manila, Philippines, October 2025—Alarming new data from bone scans conducted by Anlene between 2024 and 2025 reveal a silent health crisis among Filipinos. Out of more than 80,000 Filipinos who took part in the initiative, a shocking 6 out of 10...

"Did Darvin Ham pick the starting lineup?": Lakers fans outraged after JJ Redick picks $33,000,000 guard over Jarred Vanderbilt in starting lineup

JJ Redick has revealed the LA Lakers’ starting lineup for the regular season opener, with LeBron James sidelined due to right-side sciatica, an issue he has been dealing with since July that also kept him out of training camp. The Lakers announced...

EFCC, NIS, NCoS Deport 192 Foreigners Convicted for Cybercrimes in Lagos

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), in partnership with the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) and the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS), has successfully completed the deportation of 192 foreign nationals convicted of...

FG effects deportation of 192 foreigners convicted for cyber-terrorism

The federal government, through the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), in collaboration with the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) and the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS), has deported the remaining 51 foreign nationals...

In Pictures: FG deports 192 foreigners convicted of cybercrime in Lagos

Metro Sticky In Pictures: FG deports 192 foreigners convicted of cybercrime in Lagos ‘Sola Richards The Federal Government has completed the deportation of 192 foreign nationals convicted for cybercrime-related offences following a joint operation...

Inside the Shell NSAC Journey That Transforms Young Filipino Artists

Shell NSAC remains a platform empowering young Filipinos to turn passion into progress through the power of art Manila, Philippines. October 2025 — Now in its 58th year, the Shell National Students Art Competition (NSAC) has stood as one of the...

Tabuena, Quiban lead Filipino charge vs. world-class rivals at Sta. Elena

Ten of the Philippines’ finest golfers are set to showcase their talent and national pride against a star-studded international field at the inaugural International Series Philippines presented by BingoPlus, happening from October 23 to 26 at the...

Malaysia says multilateral power deal delayed by Thai politics, renewal expected next month

KUALA LUMPUR: Thailand has delayed renewing a Southeast Asian multilateral power trade deal due to local political changes, Malaysia’s energy minister said on Friday (Oct 17). The Lao PDR-Thailand-Malaysia-Singapore (LTMS) Project to supply...

Game changer: Philippines to accept Google & Apple Pay

In September, Aqwire announced it would support Google Pay and Apple Pay for cross-border payments — meaning a payer abroad can use those familiar digital wallets to pay invoices or send money through the Aqwire portal. The integration leans on...

Manila students stage walkout, seek jail for plunderers

Energised young Filipinos Reports from university publications, news outlets, and real-time X posts captured the energy, with participants emphasizing non-partisan unity for accountability under the Marcos-Duterte administration. The protests are...

Biado powers Team Asia to 4–0 start in Reyes Cup

The Carlo Biado-led defending champion Team Asia stamped its dominance early, sweeping all four matches to take a commanding 4–0 lead over the newly formed Team Rest of the World on Thursday evening as the 2025 LiveSB.io Reyes Cup got underway at...

World : Top News Headlines In Cambodia, Indonesia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand & Vietnam: Oct 18, 2025

CAMBODIA 1. CAMBODIA-THAI BORDER TALKS MOVE POSITIVELY -- AGENCE KAMPUCHEA PRESSE Cambodian and Thai border military officials were engaged in a productive meeting yesterday, focusing on cooperation and peace-building initiatives. During the...

Top News Headlines In Cambodia, Indonesia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand & Vietnam: Oct 18, 2025

CAMBODIA 1. CAMBODIA-THAI BORDER TALKS MOVE POSITIVELY -- AGENCE KAMPUCHEA PRESSE Cambodian and Thai border military officials were engaged in a productive meeting yesterday, focusing on cooperation and peace-building initiatives. During the...

Trade pact review: India, ASEAN exchange proposals on last-mile issues 

Senior ASEAN officials have been quoted in local media reports stating that the bloc acknowledged these issues, and was utilising the AITIGA review negotiations to address implementation issues and trade concerns India has asked the ten-member...

Philippines likely to hit low-end of 2025 GDP target – Balisacan

Department of Economy, Planning, and Development (DEPDev) Secretary Arsenio M. Balisacan said he is confident Philippine economic growth will hit the lower end of the target this year, despite a slowdown in the third quarter. “The growth that we...

Home Credit makes latest generation of iPhone more accessible to Filipinos

Home Credit Philippines (HCPH), the country’s leading consumer finance company, successfully conducted its first nationwide midnight launch activation for the latest generation of iPhone, in partnership with authorized Apple retailers across the...

Home Credit brings the latest generation of iPhone closer to Filipinos for as low as ₱61/day

Upgrading to the latest iPhone is now easier with Home Credit’s flexible installment plans with 0% interest Home Credit Philippines (HCPH), the country’s leading consumer finance company, successfully conducted its first nationwide midnight launch...