The Latest Breaking News from Philippines

Jake Jarman bags first Olympic medal with bronze on the floor for Great Britain

The 22-year-old finished just behind Carlos Edriel Yulo of the Philippines and Israel’s Artem Dolgopyat.

The Independent UK · Aug 3, 2024

US spread antivax disinformation: Why?

How a covert Pentagon program targeted an effective Chinese vaccine — and may have cost thousands of lives

Salon · Aug 3, 2024

Supertyphoon Ravages The Philippines, Suzuki Lends a Helping Hand

Following the aftermath of Supertyphoon Carina, Suzuki Philippines is lending a helping hand by offering free check-ups and oil changes to those affected.

RideApart · Aug 2, 2024

Blinken Says US To Provide $500 Mn Military Funding To Philippines

Blinken was in Manila with US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin as part of an Asia-Pacific tour to strengthen Washington's latticework of alliances aimed at countering Beijing.

Latin Times · Jul 30, 2024

Blinken Says US To Provide $500 Mn In Military Funding To Philippines

The United States will provide $500 million in military funding to the Philippines, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Tuesday, as Washington boosts ties with Manila in the face of China's growing assertiveness.

International Business Times · Jul 30, 2024

Blinken, Austin Hold Defence Talks With Philippine Counterparts

US foreign and defence ministers met their Philippine counterparts in Manila on Tuesday, with Beijing's growing assertiveness in the South China Sea likely to dominate talks.

International Business Times · Jul 30, 2024

US boosting alliance with the Philippines with military funding and pact amid concern over China

A Philippine official says Washington officials in Manila for talks will announce $500 million in funding to boost Philippine defenses and progress in a proposed military pact

The Independent UK · Jul 30, 2024

South China Sea: a visual guide to the key shoals, reefs and islands

Territorial confrontations are rising between China and a host of other nations in waters that are key to global trade. Here is a map and guide to the region, showing why its fate matters

The Guardian - AU · Jul 30, 2024

The Rise and Impact of BC Casinos in the Philippines: A Comprehensive Guide

Explore the history, major casinos, economic impact, and tourism role of BC Casinos in the Philippines. Discover how they shape the gaming and tourism sectors.

inkl · Jul 29, 2024

Manila is reeling after a super typhoon. We must prepare fast-growing megacities for worsening disasters

Last week, a strong typhoon left a trail of destruction across the Philippines, Taiwan and China. Super Typhoon Gaemi began as a tropical storm but intensified rapidly, leaving at least 65 people dead and triggering environmental fears after it sank an oil tanker in Manila Bay.

The Conversation · Jul 29, 2024