Celebrating Filipino American History Month in Hawaii

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - October is Filipino American History Month, with several events happening across the state, including: OCTOBER 4: 9 a.m.: 4th Annual Filipino Cultural Summit and 43rd Sariling Gawa Youth Conference “Weaving Cultural...

'If we die tonight, do you think that Meghan will come to my funeral?': Why drinking PG Tips with Thomas Markle as his 19th-floor Philippines apartment was rocked by an earthquake was the most surreal moment of my life, writes CAROLINE GRAHAM

As reunions go, it was not at all what I expected. Two hours after greeting my friend Tom Markle, the Duchess of Sussex’s estranged father, in his 19th floor apartment in Cebu in the Philippines, on Tuesday night, the building started to sway...

ROI hails diplomatic breakthrough as lifeline for Filipino migrants

The Reformed Overseas Filipino Workers (OFW) Initiative or ROI welcomes the latest diplomatic development following the apology from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to Qatar’s Prime Minister and minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh...

Filipino BC calls for more government funding to support victims of Lapu-Lapu Day attack

Goulburn’s road less travelled leads to Filipino comfort food

Jonathan Manglinong cooks dishes from his home country, the Philippines. Photo: Tenele Conway. When one of Australia’s leading food publications ran a headline stating that Goulburn’s Tambayan Grill is serving some of the most exciting food in...

Philippines exempts pioneer nuclear plant from auction rules

Brix Lelis - The Philippine Star October 5, 2025 | 12:00am MANILA, Philippines — The government has waived the auction requirement for the Philippines’ first commercially developed nuclear power plant (NPP), allowing it to directly forge supply...

Filipinos reject Israeli tourism amid the Gaza genocide

Siargao seems like the most unlikely place where the ongoing genocide in Gaza might enter public discourse. A small island in the Philippines’ Mindanao region, it is best known as a top international surfing destination. It has a reputation for...

How flood control projects fail the poor in Philippines

Living in the riverside village of Sipat in the Philippines, Josephine Dela Cruz watches the soil erode with every storm, haunted by the fear that one day the ground will wash away completely and take her family with it. One night this summer,...

Church brings aid, hope after major earthquake in Philippines

CNA Staff, Oct 4, 2025 / 11:15 am Catholic aid agencies in coordination with local dioceses and authorities are spearheading efforts to assist people affected by a major 6.9 magnitude earthquake that struck Cebu, central Philippines this week....

Philippine earthquake death toll rises to 70, leaves 559 injured

Manila, Oct 4: The death toll in Tuesday's magnitude 6.9 earthquake in Cebu province in central Philippines has climbed to 70, according to the latest official figure released by the Philippines' highest body for disaster risk reduction and...

Teens kick up their heels and celebrate their heritage at Virginia Beach Filipino festival

VIRGINIA BEACH — More than 30 people — mostly teenagers — performed a Filipino folk dance on the beach Saturday morning during Fil Fest USA, a celebration of the Filipino American community. “Sway right. Left turn. We’ve got the sound of the...

Corruption scandal: Endangering investments in the Philippines

For those of us working in the foreign service, what is happening in our country today is so frustrating, to say the least. Here we are vigorously promoting the Philippines like hell, competing with our Asian neighbors for a “slice of the pie” –...

Jericho Rosales on starring in ‘Quezon’: I feel prouder as a Filipino

Nathalie Tomada - The Philippine Star October 5, 2025 | 12:00am MANILA, Philippines — For Jericho Rosales, playing President Manuel L. Quezon in TBA Studios’ upcoming historical epic “Quezon” is more than just another onscreen role. It’s been a...

Celebrating teachers: Strengthening the Australia-Philippines education partnership

October 5, 2025 | 12:00am Happy Teachers’ Day! This World Teachers’ Day brings to mind the wonderful teachers that I have met – individuals who have transformed lives through their dedication and service. As I deepen my engagement in the...

Trinasolar ISBU signs 20-Year PPA with AdventEnergy for project in the Philippines

Trinasolar International Systems Business Unit (ISBU), the global project development arm of Trinasolar, has announced the official signing of a 20-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with its strategic partner AdventEnergyfora 49.9 MWac / 60.21...

Filipino Elderly Week ipinagdiwang sa district jail

LUNGSOD NG OLONGAPO — Nakiisa ang Olongapo District Jail sa pagdiriwang ng Filipino Elderly Week sa pamamagitan ng pag-aalay ng mga makabuluhang aktibidad para parangalan at kilalanin ang mga senior citizen na nakadetine. Sa pamumuno ni warden...

Manila Subway clears major right-of-way hurdle

The Corinthian easement has become an early test case for the ARROW Act. The new law, enacted by the 20th Congress and signed by President Ferdinande Marcos Jr on September 12, streamlines acquisition processes, mandates fair compensation, and...

Insurer launches flexible health coverage for Filipinos

IN THE Philippines, sickness often comes with a heavy price. Families rally on Facebook for donations, tap into whatever savings they have, or borrow from kin to pay hospital bills. Despite PhilHealth and HMO coverage, almost half of healthcare...

Philippine economy under pressure

Share Post Viber icon Viber Email International Monetary Fund headquarters in Washington, D.C. (Tdorante10 / CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons) The widening flood-control scandal is eroding confidence in the Philippine economy, driving the peso...

Tokyo-inspired fleece collection lands in Manila

Japanese street style has long been celebrated for its fearless mix of vintage Americana, bold patterns, and relaxed silhouettes, shaping global fashion from Harajuku to Shibuya. Bringing that sensibility to the mainstream, Uniqlo is teaming up...