The Latest Breaking News from Philippines

Church bells rang out across the Philippines early Monday evening as Asia's bastion of Catholicism mourned the death of Pope Francis.

Biggest edition of annual Balikatan drills sets off protests against presence of foreign troops and ‘militarisation’

Thousands of allied American and Filipino forces have opened annual combat drills that will include simulating the defense of the Philippine archipelago and seas in a battle scenario that has antagonized China

Philippines election hopefuls like mayoral candidate Kerwin Espinosa have to ask themselves whether the job is worth taking a bullet.

Christians are celebrating Holy Week with processions and reenactments in places like Jerusalem, Brazil, Nigeria, India, Mexico and Philippines.

Dozens of penitents whip their backs to atone for their sins during Good Friday rites in the streets of the southern Philippine town of Kalayaan, as Christians across this largely Catholic country commemorate the passion and sufferings of Jesus.

As a rider who owned a Yamaha MT-10 and rode it until the wheels nearly fell off, I can vouch for its status as the ultimate hyper-naked bike in its price bracket. That 998cc Crossplane CP4 engine, pumping out 158 horsepower with a spine-tingling roar, is pure adrenaline. The MT-10’s…

Revered across generations in the Philippines, Aunor leaves behind a legacy of more than 200 screen roles

The US president has upset global norms in the space of weeks, spurring a flurry of defence spending, diplomatic overtures and offers to boost trade

Russian-American vlogger Vitaly Zdorovetskiy faces possible jail time in the Philippines and a global social media ban after livestreaming abusive behaviour that sparked international outrage and a viral petition.

When we think of motorcycles in the US, the image that often comes to mind is one of freedom, rebellion, and weekend rides along scenic highways. But head over to Southeast Asia, and you’ll see a completely different picture—one where motorcycles aren’t just for fun, they’re the backbone of daily…