COTABATO CITY—Candidates in the two Maguindanao provinces vying for seats in the Bangsamoro parliament signed peace covenants for a peaceful and honest elections ahead of the start on Wednesday of the campaign period for the historic regional elections. The Commission on Elections (Comelec) had set the campaign period for the Sept. 14 parliamentary elections in
Former Sultan Kudarat representative Arnulfo Go and two others are also facing separate charges linked to the alleged misuse of the Priority Development Assistance Fund when he served as a congressman
Photographer Scott Vander Dussen tells The National about the moment he captured video of a young lifeguard saving a boy from massive waves on Seabright Beach in Santa Cruz, Calif.
Senator Pia Cayetano has been accused by complainants of sharing a spliced and misleading video while serving as a senator-judge in the impeachment trial of Sara Duterte.
InstaPay for Business is available through PNB, GoTyme, RCBC, Wise, and DCPay, though industry officials say all major banks have already signified interest to participate
HealthSouth China Morning Post· Jul 30, 2026, 12:00 AM3MODERATE
Asean’s optimism in concluding a long-awaited code of conduct (COC) in the South China Sea by the end of the year is not shared by observers who highlight that significant gaps remain in perspectives between the bloc and China, particularly between Beijing and the Philippines. Any consensus on the code is likely to be broad and symbolic, and while “negotiation fatigue” could set in, it is still important to keep dialogue flowing, according to analysts. The Association of Southeast Asian Nations...
Diversos bairros do Rio de Janeiro ficaram sem luz na tarde desta quarta-feira (29), em meio a uma ventania que assola a cidade. O vento chegou a ser considerado muito forte, atingindo 105,5 km/h no Aeroporto do Galeão, na Zona Norte, entre 16h e 17h . Equipes do Corpo de Bombeiros do Estado do Rio de Janeiro foram acionadas para 26 salvamentos de pessoas.
MANILA, Philippines — Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. maintained that it would not be viable for a candidate in the 2028 elections to show support for China. “I don’t think anybody can tout a pro-China line and seek the mandate of the people when its state-owned media depicted Filipinos as monkeys,” Teodoro said during a
MANILA, Philippines — The Commission on Elections (Comelec) on Wednesday advised candidates of the first Bangsamoro parliamentary elections and the special elections for Dasmariñas, Cavite’s congressional seat to abide by its rules and regulations as the campaign period kicks off on Thursday. The campaign period for the parliamentary elections will run from July 30, 2026
The Philippines has sought recognition from the United Nations for the country’s entitlement to an extended continental shelf in the West Palawan region in the West Philippine Sea, the Department of Foreign Affairs said yesterday.
The anti-political dynasty bill remains one of the Marcos administration’s priority measures even though President Marcos did not mention it in his fifth State of the Nation Address (SONA), Malacañang said yesterday.
Ortega's Police ended a "gold rush" in the municipality of Santa Rosa del Peñón, in western Nicaragua. More than a hundred citizens—including women and elderly adults—were evicted by dozens of riot police from an area on the bank of the Sinecapa River, where they were searching for gold artisanally. [...] The entry Police end "gold rush" in Santa Rosa del Peñón was first published in Confidencial.
A 2024 Rappler investigation found that the two cars had been imported and registered using questionable documents that severely undervalued the vehicles and exposed gaps in the Land Transportation Office's systems
The HMD Asha 305 has appeared for sale in the Philippines as a “lite smartphone” designed to sit between a … Read More The post HMD Asha 305 Launched With Removable Battery For Only $65 appeared first on ProPakistani .
'Your witness simply identified the checks and we didn't question that anyway. So, I didn't want to prolong the proceedings and, you know, be petty by asking questions if they weren't necessary,' Poa says
OYSTER BAY, PALAWAN – When American forces withdrew from Iraq in 2011, I watched it happen from Kuwait, where I worked as a contracted security guard. The last convoy crossed the berm that December — roughly 100 vehicles — and with it went the war in which I had served. Two years later, at a […] The post Watching American power tentatively arrive in the Philippines appeared first on Asia Times .
The National Mapping and Resource Information Authority (NAMRIA) Extended Continental Shelf Technical Working Group spent 15 years working on the submission
PoliticalTal Cual (Venezuela)· Jul 29, 2026, 5:30 AM3LOW
X: @jesuselorza Si Bolívar renaciera, me pregunto, cuál sería su conducta o posición frente al régimen usurpador de los hermanos Rodríguez y al tutelaje norteamericano. Esta es una de las preguntas más fascinantes y recurrentes en el debate político hispanoamericano. […] The post ¡Bolívar Vive!, por Jesús Elorza appeared first on TalCual .
MANILA, Philippines — The Armed Forces of the Philippines on Tuesday said the President’s State of the Nation Address (Sona) provided clear direction for the military, particularly in defending the country’s sovereignty and sovereign rights in the West Philippine Sea (WPS). AFP spokesperson Col. Francel Margareth Padilla said the “clear and unequivocal message” of Marcos
Vietnam is in Group B of the top tier with Thailand, Philippines and Pakistan in the Southeast Asia expanded championship - FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026, at the end of September.
The contention by X, whose parent company is Elon Musk's SpaceX, amounts to one of the world's most powerful people injecting a geopolitical element into the debate on the social media ban for teens
Authorities respond to multiple incidents of buildings collapsing or catching fire. Some roads are badly damaged, and rail services are suspended and flights grounded.
Healthcare policy in the Philippines is framed primarily as an expenditure. We debate hospital budgets, insurance coverage, and annual appropriations. But it is also one of the world's largest and fastest-growing economic sectors.
The Head of Mission of the ASEAN Observer Team in Cambodia (AOT-KH), Commodore Glenn Z Dizon of the Philippines, attends a briefing on the progress of the Cambodia-Thailand border demarcation and marker placement process on the afternoon of July 27. The post ASEAN observers briefed on Cambodia-Thailand border demarcation appeared first on Khmer Times .
Mr Trump said the 16-year-old lifeguard and his family would be hosted at the White House. The post Trump to honour 16-year-old lifeguard who saved child from waves at Santa Cruz beach appeared first on Peoples Gazette Nigeria .
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) wants areas in the Kalayaan Island Group (KIG) declared as marine protected areas (MPAs). According to a statement issued on Tuesday, the DENR based its call on almost a decade of Filipino-led marine scientific research, which it underscored during the symposium “Science – to
MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Francis “Kiko” Pangilinan sought a Senate investigation into the so-called “Ayungin Deal” or “Provisional Understanding” that the Philippines entered into with China covering rotation and resupply missions to the grounded BRP Sierra Madre. In the proposed Senate Resolution No.
La más ambiciosa cruzada de la historia reciente de Colombia para encontrar personas desaparecidas en el marco del conflicto armado que vivió el país, tendrá su punto de partida en Medellín, ciudad con inmensos desafíos en ese tema, como quiera que en ella hay más de 4.500 mujeres y hombres que aún son buscados. Se trata de un plan liderado por la Unidad de Búsqueda de Personas Dadas por Desaparecidas (UBPD) que cuenta con siete equipos móviles que recorrerán 27 de los 32 departamentos del país y llegarán a más de 400 municipios de las regiones más apartadas para recibir solicitudes de búsqueda, tomar muestras de ADN y orientar a las familias que llevan años buscando a sus seres queridos. La misión inicial de esta estrategia, llamada Ruta de Búsqueda y en la que se pide a la comunidad que haga sus solicitudes de seres queridos desaparecidos, presente toma de ADN , si no lo ha hecho, y aporte información donde pueda haber cuerpos, será Medellín.
Supply ChainRapid City Journal (South Dakota)· Jul 28, 2026, 5:00 PM3MODERATE
Gov. Jim Pillen provided an update on how ongoing discussions to grow export markets for Nebraska-grown agricultural products in Japan and the Philippines are going.
At least 69 percent of public schools nationwide remain untitled to the Department of Education, delaying much-needed classroom construction and worsening congestion, the Second Congressional Commission on Education reported yesterday.
Foreign business groups and the Makati Business Club expressed support for President Marcos’ economic agenda, but cited the need for strong implementation and continued reforms to achieve sustained economic growth.
In the face of President Marcos’ push to scrap system loss charges, Manila Electric Co. is seeking a careful assessment of how the reform could affect the viability of power utilities.
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources is moving to secure ecologically important areas in the Kalayaan Island Group as Marine Protected Areas.
On July 28, a minor fire broke out on board the M/S "Bergstraum", confirms the shipping company Utkilen in a press release. Utkilen states in the press release that the fire has been extinguished. Neither the police nor the fire department can confirm this.
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine military monitored 26 Chinese navy and coast guard vessels in key areas of the disputed West Philippine Sea this week, the Armed Forces of the Philippines said on Tuesday. Philippine Navy Public Affairs chief Capt. Marie Angelica Sisican said the vessels included 4 People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) ships and 22
HealthSouth China Morning Post· Jul 28, 2026, 2:00 PM3MODERATE
The struggle between the US and China over who will lead in artificial intelligence is one of the defining competitions of our time. In the third part of our exclusive interview with a key player defining Washington’s policy on AI, Jacob Helberg, US undersecretary of state for economic affairs, gives a commitment to the Philippines on the Pax Silica Initiative. Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr used his State of the Nation address in Manila on Monday to staunchly defend a proposed...
En medio de la tormenta política desatada luego de que el mandatario cuestionara públicamente su estado de salud mental, Angie Rodríguez le respondió de manera directa, defendiendo que este tipo de temas no pueden usarse como herramienta de descalificación. En contexto: Nueva pelea entre Petro y Angie Rodríguez: la echó y reveló su historia clínica por negarse a mover $1 billón para El Niño Todo se originó luego de que el presidente Petro publicara en su cuenta de X fuertes señalamientos contra Rodríguez, a quien tildó de manipuladora y acusó de utilizar su cargo en beneficio propio. En ese mismo mensaje, el presidente publicó un documento que hace parte de la historia clínica de la funcionaria: aseguró que ese probaría una incapacidad médica de tipo psiquiátrico y exigió su salida de la entidad que dirigía.
Teachers' groups express disappointment as President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s fifth State of the Nation Address leaves out higher wages and reduced administrative workload for them
'Deeper Ground, Darker Shadows: The Making of a Mindanao Rebel' — the memoir of Ed Quitoriano — is singular for its honesty and candor, its expanse and intimacies
MilitarySouth China Morning Post· Jul 28, 2026, 9:04 AM5MODERATE
The Philippines is targeting to recruit more coders, engineers and cybersecurity specialists into the military, as Manila confronts a battlefield increasingly shaped by software, networks and artificial intelligence. Defence Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jnr on Saturday ordered the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) to expand a programme that allows civilian professionals with specialised skills, such as scientists, engineers, doctors and lawyers, to join the military as commissioned officers...
Senate blue ribbon chair Sen. Erwin Tulfo accused the minority of blocking the panel from reopening its flood control probe, saying the reason was "obvious" given whom former chair Ping Lacson has been closing in on.
Xuxa inició su tour despedida, El último vuelo de la nave , en San Pablo. Qué se despierta en los adultos cuando su ídolo infantil vuelve a los escenarios.
MANILA: Presiden Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr menyifatkan ASEAN sebagai ‘pelabuhan selamat’ bagi Filipina di tengah-tengah ketegangan geopolitik dan ketidakpastian global yang kian meningkat.
Apple's incoming CEO John Ternus says, 'There's so many amazing shows, so many amazing characters and stories, and so we're just going to keep building on the momentum'
Behind that popular declaration lies a complicated regulatory system that has protected distribution utilities from costs that most businesses would normally be expected to manage
While Marcos highlights the shift toward predictive disaster response during his SONA, people in quake-hit provinces in Central Visayas and Soccsksargen continue to seek answers on the release of more funds for disaster recovery
PoliticalTal Cual (Venezuela)· Jul 27, 2026, 10:54 PM3LOW
Delcy Rodríguez dijo que se están «interviniendo activamente» más de 12.000 viviendas que fueron clasificadas con el color amarillo, por no tener fallas estructurales Delcy Rodríguez informó este lunes de la inspección de más de 30.000 edificios tras el doble […] The post Rodríguez dice que se han inspeccionado más de 30.000 edificaciones tras terremotos appeared first on TalCual .
Executive Summary: The July 23 meeting in Manila between U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov lasted only 35 minutes and produced no new momentum, according to the Kremlin (The Moscow Times, July 23). The meeting marked an important turn in the negotiation process, however, as Rubio stated that previous […] The post Only Moscow Lacks New Ideas for Ending War Against Ukraine appeared first on Jamestown .
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has called out racist attacks against Filipinos, saying that aside from being a “noble, kind, gracious and great race,” Filipinos are dignified and do not yield. In his fifth State of the Nation Address (Sona), Marcos said there is a collective threat facing the country, directed against Filipinos’ dignity and
Trận Philippines vs Myanmar diễn ra lúc 17 giờ ngày 28.7. Philippines được đánh giá là cửa trên và nhiều khả năng sẽ có chiến thắng giòn giã trong ngày ra quân ASEAN Cup 2026.
The Senate will prioritize measures aimed at lowering the cost of living, creating jobs and accelerating infrastructure development, alongside the timely passage of the proposed 2027 national budget.
The Sandiganbayan has ordered the arrest of Uswag Ilonggo party-list Rep. James Ang Jr. on charges of retaining an interest in a construction firm that won P214 million in contracts with the Department of Public Works and Highways and received P199 million in payments while serving in Congress.
The House of Representatives is not inclined to reopen its inquiry into the multibillion-peso flood control scandal, as some of its members have been implicated in the controversy.
Amid complaints over electric bill shock, President Marcos wants to remove systems loss charges passed on by power utilities to consumers along with the value-added tax on the fee.
President Marcos has urged Iglesia ni Cristo members to remain a “steadfast partner in nation-building” as the religious sect commemorated its 112th anniversary.
La situación de Angie Rodríguez, la gerente del Fondo de Adaptación que públicamente se ha quejado por presuntos manejos irregulares dentro de la Casa de Nariño, se convirtió en el nuevo motivo de controversia entre el presidente saliente, Gustavo Petro, y el entrante, Abelardo de la Espriella. Este domingo Rodríguez dio una entrevista en Noticias RCN, en la cual denunció que le estaban desmontando su esquema de seguridad, que estaba recibiendo presiones por parte de las bodegas digitales del petrismo y que Juliana Guerrero “actuaba como ama y señora” manipulando cargos, entre otras cosas. A raíz de lo comentado, De la Espriella publicó un trino con una petición: “Le solicito a la señora Fiscal General de la Nación, al señor Procurador y al señor Contralor General que escuchen lo que la Dra.
PoliticalLa Silla Vacía· Jul 27, 2026, 1:38 PM4MODERATE
Colombian political tensions rose after Angie Rodríguez accused the government of irregularities in an interview with RCN, leading President Gustavo Petro to call her a 'great manipulator' and seek to nullify her statement.
PoliticalSouth China Morning Post· Jul 27, 2026, 1:17 PM3LOW
A rare rebuke of Asean by the powerful sister of North Korean ruler Kim Jong-un signals the bloc’s waning relevance to the nuclear-armed state, analysts say. Kim Yo-jong on Monday condemned a call by the Association of Southeast Asian Nations for the country’s denuclearisation, saying the statement “distorted the essence of the situation in the Korean peninsula”. At the annual Asean Regional Forum held in the Philippines last Thursday, Asean expressed “grave concern” over the ongoing development...
'Titiyakin din nating maipaliwanag nang mabuti sa publiko ang magandang dulot sa atin ng enerhiyang nukleyar,' President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. says in his fifth State of the Nation Address
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has asked Congress to revise the Ecological Solid Waste Management Act to incorporate modern waste management practices.
Sen. Risa Hontiveros on Monday, July 27, welcomed President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s statement distancing himself from former House Speaker Martin Romualdez, saying it was the kind of message expected from the country's leader.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Monday, July 27, said Filipinos seeking medical assistance from the national government will no longer need to secure guarantee letters or seek endorsements from politicians.
Indonesian and Egyptian officials met in the Philippines to discuss expanding scholarship opportunities for Indonesian students and strengthening education cooperation between the two nations.
(1st UPDATE) SB19 has just been named the Philippines’ newest tourism ambassador, but this is not the first time the P-pop powerhouse has made significant cultural contributions to the country
(1st UPDATE) The Office of the Ombudsman previously named former House speaker Martin Romualdez as the 'central figure' in the multibillion flood control corruption scandal
There’s a plethora of regional issues, from disaster recovery to school violence, that need to be addressed in Marcos’ 2026 SONA. But what do you think deserves the spotlight?
En un acto de lanzamiento de la candidatura de Flávio Bolsonaro en San Pablo, el presidente argentino tildó de “ladrón” y “basura socialista” a su homólogo de Brasil. En cuestión de horas, el Ministerio de Exteriores llamó a consultas a su embajador en Buenos Aires y manifestó su repudio al jefe de la misión diplomática en Brasilia. El presidente argentino Javier Milei volvió a detonar una crisis diplomática con Brasil, esta vez tras lanzar una ráfaga de insultos contra su homólogo Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.
'No vision of national progress can take hold while families struggle to meet their basic needs,' says Senate President Win Gatchalian, he has placed gut issues on top of his priority agenda for the upper chamber
A general commentary on what people seek during challenging times: additional income, justice through the courts, and trustworthy leadership in crises.
A 54-year-old politician from Cádiz, known for his discretion and strong regional influence, has gained significant trust within Abascal's party leadership.
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Prak Sokhonn Thursday called for deeper economic cooperation, stronger regional resilience and enhanced strategic dialogue among East Asian countries as global economic uncertainty and geopolitical tensions continue to challenge the region. The post Sokhonn urges tighter trade and strategic alliances in Manila appeared first on Khmer Times .
The Philippines is pushing for enhanced regional law enforcement cooperation, citing the crucial role of police chiefs in combating transnational crimes.
Senate minority leader Alan Peter Cayetano yesterday urged both supporters and critics of President Marcos to watch the fifth State of the Nation Address (SONA) today, saying Filipinos should listen to the presidential assessment of the country’s condition regardless of political affiliation.
As President Marcos delivers his State of the Nation Address today, opposition lawmakers called for faster results on the flood control probe, as well as the prioritization of education and anti-corruption measures to help improve the country’s economic status.
LINGAYEN, Philippines — Ten provinces with coastlines along the West Philippine Sea (WPS) were recognized as “champions” of the country’s maritime domain during the Bayanihan Para sa Kanlurang Dagat ng Pilipinas 2026 summit held here on Thursday, July 23. The national gathering, organized by the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG), brought together
China said it carried out a routine naval and air patrol in the South China Sea, accusing the Philippines of conducting patrols alongside foreign countries that it claims undermine regional peace and stability.
Alliance of Concerned Teachers vice chairperson Carl Marc Ramota says President Marcos' fifth SONA is a chance for him 'to present a clear, citizen-centered roadmap that favors solutions over feuds'
U.23 Việt Nam sẽ bắt đầu hành trình tại ASIAD 2026 bằng trận gặp U.23 Philippines ngày 15.9. Trong khi lịch thi đấu đã được công bố, bản quyền phát sóng giải đấu tại Việt Nam vẫn chưa có đơn vị chính thức sở hữu.
For nearly 120 years, Mirador Hill has been home to one of the Philippines’ oldest earthquake observation sites. Hidden inside the Mirador Jesuit Villa, the seismic station has survived war, reconstruction, technological revolutions, and even the devastating July 16, 1990, Luzon earthquake that crippled much of the city.
(Bloomberg) —The Philippines and China reported their third clash in the South China Sea this week that further heightened tensions, as the US flexed its presence in disputed waters. China...
San Pedro debuta en la máxima categoría del fútbol guatemalteco ante los Superchivos en lo que será su primer partido oficial en la Liga Nacional tras conseguir el ascenso la temporada pasada.
The House of Representatives is ready to host a “simple, dignified and focused” State of the Nation Address tomorrow, as lawmakers await President Marcos Jr.’s assessment of the country’s condition and the policies Congress would be asked to support through legislation.
The Armed Forces of the Philippines is set to receive maritime surveillance and monitoring equipment from the European Union along with a specialized training program for Filipino troops under a historic maritime security assistance package.
Ya instalado en San Pablo, el jefe de estado recibirá una condecoración gubernamental y luego participará del lanzamiento de la campaña del partido Liberal brasileño. Seguí todas las novedades sobre las medidas del gobierno de Javier Milei en la cobertura minuto a minuto de Clarín.
PoliticalTal Cual Digital (Venezuela — Spanish)· Jul 25, 2026, 9:30 AM4MODERATE
Venezuelan official Delcy Rodríguez reorganized the military high command, naming a new head of the Ceofanb and replacing six of the eight Strategic Regions of Integral Defense, a move occurring one month after a devastating double earthquake in La Guaira.
Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty affirmed Egypt’s keenness to further strengthen relations with Timor-Leste during a meeting on Friday, July 24, 2026, with Minister of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation of the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste Bendito dos Santos Freitas on the sidelines of the ASEAN Ministerial Meeting in Manila, … The post FM affirms Egypt’s commitment to developing relations with Timor-Leste appeared first on Egypt Independent .
At 47, Manny Pacquiao does not plan to stop fighting anytime soon as the Filipino boxing icon eyes both professional and exhibition bouts, with the postponed rematch against Floyd Mayweather Jr. still in the cards
MANILA, Philippines — The Commission on Elections (Comelec) on Saturday held a plebiscite among five barangays in Parañaque City to ratify a city ordinance that aims to change the territorial boundaries of these barangays. This is in line with the City Ordinance No. 2023-19 Series of 2022 dated July 13, 2023 entitled “An Ordinance Altering
The Philippine Ombudsman accused Representative Jojo Ang of holding a financial stake in a construction firm that won ₱214 million in Department of Public Works and Highways contracts, of which nearly ₱199 million was paid out, citing conflict of interest.
PoliticalCorreio da Manhã (Portugal)· Jul 25, 2026, 8:07 AM3LOW
Condenado a 9 anos de cadeia, por roubo, coação e violência após subtração, escapou da cadeia de Santa Cruz do Bispo. Foi apanhado uma hora depois, por guardas prisionais.
The LTFRB is considering expanding and increasing fuel discounts for public utility vehicles instead of approving a fare hike as oil prices continue to rise due to the unstable situation in the Middle East.
More than two years after the fire, students continue pursuing their education while living in a temporary shelter. They are still waiting for a place they can permanently call home.
'Everything can be manipulated on the internet. But when you're there physically, you can feel everything, you can see everything. You can judge [on] your own,' a student says of the impeachment trial
THE HAGUE: Member states of the International Criminal Court voted on Friday to dismiss Karim Khan as prosecutor following allegations of sexual misconduct. Eighty-two of the court’s 125 member states voted in favour of the prosecutor’s removal. Khan, 56, denies any wrongdoing and his lawyer said he will challenge his dismissal.
The first tranche of the approved P85 daily minimum wage increase in Metro Manila took effect on Saturday, granting a P60 pay hike to around 1.1 million minimum wage earners in the National Capital Region.
'Stay tuned kasi may alam akong mga banks mag-lalaunch,' a high-ranking Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas official says about Apple Pay ahead of its expected Q3 2026 launch
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. used his first State of the Nation Address to propose making ROTC mandatory for students, among ten priority measures.
An earthquake with a magnitude of 4.9 occurred in the Philippines on July 24, 2026, at 7:06 PM UTC. The earthquake was at a depth of 10km and potentially affected 160,000 people within a 100km radius.
A majority of Filipinos want senators to be guided by law and evidence instead of political consideration when voting during the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, a new survey by the OCTA Research group showed.
The prosecution and defense panels in the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte are discussing a proposal to present their evidence article by article instead of completing the prosecution’s entire case before the defense begins, a move Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian said could speed up proceedings.
MANILA, Philippines — The National Task Force for the West Philippine Sea (NTF-WPS) on Friday said Philippine vessels would remain on station and continue their mission near Panatag (Scarborough) Shoal despite what it described as China’s actions against government ships earlier in the day. “The National Task Force for the West Philippine Sea (NTF-WPS) strongly
EconomicSouth China Morning Post· Jul 24, 2026, 11:14 AM4MODERATE
The Association of Southeast Asian Nations and China have called for a lasting settlement to the war in the Middle East, while pledging further cooperation on energy security. A joint statement was released on Friday after a meeting in Manila between the foreign ministers of China and the Asean, against the backdrop of an ongoing energy crisis. The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has caused prices to rise and led to shortages across Southeast Asia, prompting the Philippines to declare a national...
MANILA: ASEAN dan China sedang membuat ‘kemajuan yang baik’ dalam rundingan berhubung Kod Tatalaku (COC) di Laut China Selatan, kata Setiausaha Luar Filipina, Ma Theresa Lazaro.
PLG, a leading ticketing group in the Baltics and Central Europe, signed an agreement to acquire Romanian ticketing platform iaBilet from private equity firm Resource Partners and the company's founders. The transaction, which is subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals, comes less than a year after Resource Partners acquired a majority stake in the business . Founded in 2012, iaBilet is one of Romania's best-known ticketing platforms, providing ticketing services for concerts, festivals, and other live entertainment events.
Another Philippine mission to Bajo de Masinloc in the West Philippine Sea is met with the China Coast Guard’s water cannons just as high-level ASEAN events in Manila wrap up
The US military conducted strikes against Iran for the 13th night amid escalating clashes over shipping routes, following Houthi rebel attacks on two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea. Explosions were reported in Iranian coastal areas, and international oil prices surged above $100 a barrel. The US aims to secure the Strait of Hormuz, while the Houthis threaten further disruption. President Trump warned of severe military retaliation against Iran and the Houthis if attacks continue. Diplomatic efforts are underway, but tensions remain high, with Iran reporting casualties from renewed US airstrikes.
A former minister in Manila rejected a government position offer, stating he wants his ministry back. Meanwhile, Lavrov and Rubio exchanged accusations in Manila, with Rubio suggesting that different ideas are needed for peace.
MANILA, Philippines — Foreign Affairs Secretary Ma. Theresa Lazaro on Thursday rejected China’s claim that alleged construction activities on the BRP Sierra Madre violated the provisional arrangement governing Philippine resupply missions to Ayungin (Second Thomas) Shoal. “No, there is no mention of that undertaking in the provisional understanding,” Lazaro said during a press briefing on
MANILA, Philippines — The Commission on Elections (Comelec) on Thursday warned the public against unauthorized assistance for voter certification, emphasizing that registered voters can obtain the document for free. This came after the Comelec flagged a Facebook user named “Mheay Sta Ana” who reportedly charged a client from Taipei, Taiwan for processing an overseas voter
MANILA, Philippines — The Commission on Elections (Comelec) on Thursday warned candidates of the special elections in Dasmariñas, Cavite not to engage in any campaign activities before the start of campaign period as it can be grounds for disqualification. According to Comelec Chairperson George Erwin Garcia, premature campaigning is in effect for the special elections
PoliticalDaily Times (Pakistan)· Jul 23, 2026, 4:31 PM4MODERATE
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar urged the international community to sustain US-Iran peace efforts during the ASEAN Regional Forum in Manila. He said continued dialogue was essential for regional stability and lasting peace. Pakistan reaffirmed its commitment to diplomatic engagement.
Kiyapo has developed into a tropical depression, bringing rains across Luzon, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration said yesterday.
President Marcos has reappointed Commission on Higher Education Chairperson Shirley Agrupis to a fresh four-year term after she completed the unfinished term of former CHED chief Prospero de Vera.
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas stated that Russia represents an existential threat to Europe. However, a Cypriot journalist suggested this statement was driven by desperation over the US withholding military aid to Ukraine. The article disputes this claim, explaining the complex US budget process and the significant amount of aid Ukraine is expected to receive from various international sources, suggesting the $400 million in question is not definitively lost.
MANILA, Philippines — A China Coast Guard (CCG) vessel fired a water cannon at a Philippine fisheries vessel delivering fuel subsidies to Filipino fishermen at Panatag (Scarborough) Shoal on Thursday, the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) said. PCG spokesperson for the West Philippine Sea Rear Adm. Jay Tarriela said the incident occurred during the Bureau of
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Thursday drew attention to key challenges threatening peaceful coexistence and stability across the world, listing the Kashmir dispute and India’s threats to Pakistan’s water share among them. He made the remarks at the 33rd ministerial meeting of the Asean Regional Forum ( ARF ) held in Manila, the Philippines. Foreign ministers and delegates from 27 member states of ARF gathered for the summit, which comes amid a flare-up in the war between the United States and Iran.
MilitaryHong Kong Free Press· Jul 23, 2026, 10:02 AM7ELEVATED
The Philippines has accused China's coast guard of using water cannons and dangerous maneuvers to block vessels delivering aid to Filipino fishermen near the disputed Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea.
MANILA, Philippines — Foreign Secretary Ma. Theresa Lazaro on Wednesday conveyed Manila’s “strong protest” over the injuries suffered by Filipino servicemen during a recent confrontation between a China Coast Guard (CCG) team and Philippine Navy personnel, in her meeting with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi. In a bilateral meeting held on the sidelines of the
CriminalHong Kong Free Press· Jul 22, 2026, 9:41 AM7ELEVATED
Victims of transnational online scams across East Asia, Southeast Asia, Australia, and New Zealand lost an estimated $114.1 billion last year, with losses at least tripling compared to 2023. Crime syndicates have established regional hubs, particularly in Cambodia and Myanmar, to run fake romance and cryptocurrency scams.
Romanian pharmaceuticals producer Biofarm (BVB: BIO) announced that it is joining the Polpharma Group, a new stage of joint development, in which "the solid market position, brand awareness and team experience will be supported by the scale, resources and expertise of one of the main players in the pharmaceutical industry in Central and Eastern Europe." The operation by which the Polish company Zakłady Farmaceutyczne Polpharma takes over Biofarm was recently processed on the Bucharest Stock Exchange, Profit.ro reported. Polpharma carried out a public buyout offer, after the majority shareholder Longshield Investment Group (LONG), with a 51.67% stake in the shares, and Lion Capital (LION), with a 36.74% stake in the securities, had committed to sell. The operation is being carried out for RON 1.3790 per share, resulting in a company valuation of RON 1.36 billion (EUR 260 million).
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. summoned Chinese Ambassador to the Philippines Jing Quan to Malacañang on Tuesday, a day after two Filipino soldiers were injured in a violent confrontation with China Coast Guard (CCG) personnel at Ayungin (Second Thomas) Shoal in the West Philippine Sea. Palace press officer Claire Castro said the meeting
PoliticalMiddle East Eye (RSS)· Jul 22, 2026, 2:35 AM3LOW
Rubio says US open to talks on Middle East conflict, but Iran not serious US State Secretary Marco Rubio said that Washington is willing to engage, negotiate and settle differences with Iran regarding the ongoing conflict in the region. "If they're serious, we're serious. If they're not, then we will do what's necessary to protect our interests, and also the interests of our allies," Rubio said during a visit to Manila, Philippines.
PoliticalSouth China Morning Post· Jul 22, 2026, 12:00 AM4MODERATE
Japan is turning to five lesser-used straits in Southeast Asia as insurance against the next maritime shock, with plans to create detailed nautical charts for ships to navigate through these waters and bring vital goods to its economy. Tokyo would work with Indonesia and the Philippines to chart their respective straits, the foreign ministry told the Yomiuri newspaper, as it stepped up efforts to mitigate disruption to global trade arising from the ongoing crisis in the Strait of Hormuz. The...
National Bureau of Investigation Director Melvin Matibag admitted that there were lapses on the part of the bureau in the arrest of a public school teacher in Dagupan in 2020.
MANILA, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte may still run in the 2028 elections as long as there is no final judgment of conviction in her impeachment proceedings, the Commission on Elections (Comelec) said on Tuesday. This is what Comelec chair George Erwin Garcia answered when asked about the possibility of Duterte resigning in the
A magnitude 5.1 earthquake struck the Philippines on July 21, 2026, at a depth of nearly 69 kilometers, potentially affecting 2.4 million people in the surrounding 100-kilometer radius.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is scheduled to meet China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Manila this week as both nations prepare for a possible presidential summit between Trump and Xi Jinping, though the U.S. has indicated it will raise concerns about alleged Chinese election meddling during talks.
Malacañang is leaving it up to the Senate to issue orders on the tax records of Vice President Sara Duterte, saying it has the authority to do so as an impeachment court.
A magnitude 4.6 earthquake occurred in the Philippines on July 21, 2026, at a shallow depth of 10 kilometers, potentially affecting 3.5 million people within a 100-kilometer radius.
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. condemns the recent incident at Ayungin (Second Thomas) Shoal, where a Philippine Navy personnel was assaulted by members of the China Coast Guard (CCG), Palace press officer Claire Castro said on Tuesday. The personnel sustained a head injury after CCG personnel allegedly struck him with a wooden baton within
PoliticalSouth China Morning Post· Jul 21, 2026, 12:55 PM4MODERATE
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr has appointed army chief Lieutenant General Antonio G. Nafarrete as the next head of the armed forces, placing a veteran of the country’s internal conflicts in charge before a sensitive election in the Muslim south and amid continued maritime tensions with China. The choice points to continuity in security policy and puts the Armed Forces of the Philippines under an officer whose career has been closely tied to Mindanao, which is preparing for its first...
MilitaryEl País América (Spanish)· Jul 21, 2026, 12:20 PM6ELEVATED
A Filipino sailor was injured during a skirmish with the Chinese Coast Guard near Second Thomas Reef, one of the contested maritime areas at the center of Beijing-Manila tensions in the South China Sea.
Cambodia and the Philippines have strengthened their agricultural ties following a business forum to boost bilateral trade and open up fresh export markets for Cambodian produce in the Philippines. The post Cambodia, Philippines deepen agricultural ties appeared first on Khmer Times .
When Chinese scholars recently argued that Batanes was a natural extension of Taiwan — and therefore part of China’s territorial claim — they demonstrated how indigenous history and cultural ties can become entangled in contemporary geopolitical competition. Although the argument has not been adopted as official Chinese policy, it nevertheless showed how easily long-standing relationships […] The post Batanes latest on the list of China-Philippines flashpoints appeared first on Asia Times .
The threats from the family members of detained former President Rodrigo Duterte against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. constitute a “kinetic force” that may cause unrest.