Philippine News

De Lima asserts only Marcos can reverse ‘unilateral’ withdrawal Former senator Leila de Lima said Friday an executive action would be enough for the Philippines to rejoin the International Criminal Court since its withdrawal did not benefit the country but only served the interest of one man: former President Rodrigo …

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.  PRESIDENT Marcos on Friday ordered the formation of a delegation to negotiate with the captors of the 17 Filipino seafarers held hostage by Yemeni rebels in a ship in the Red Sea. In a video message, the President said the government is exhausting all possibilities to …

The Department of Health (DOH) has intensified monitoring efforts in response to a surge in respiratory illnesses in China linked to the increased relaxation of Covid-19 restrictions and the onset of winter. (Unsplash)  The China National Health Commission reported that among the affected individuals, some were found to be carrying …

GRATEFUL. President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. (in red) mingles with employees and guests during the Office of the President’s Family Day at the Kalayaan Grounds of Malacañan Palace in Manila on Saturday (Dec. 2, 2023). Marcos expressed gratitude to OP employees for their hard work and dedication.  (PNA photo by Rey …

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) confirmed on Saturday the execution of two Filipinos in China for their involvement in drug-related activities. DFA spokesperson Ma. Teresita Daza, citing information from the Philippine Consulate General in Guangzhou, disclosed that the execution took place on November 24. The DFA …

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. leads the ceremonial turnover of the People’s Survival Fund in the Malacañang Palace. (Presidential Communications Office)  MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. urged prompt establishment of the “Loss and Damage Fund,” aimed at aiding vulnerable nations hit by the climate crisis, while seeking backing for …

This photo posted by Kilusang Magbubukid ng Pilipinas shows Amanda Echanis and her baby. Echanis was arrested for illegal possession of explosives and firearms on Dec. 2, 2020. (Kilusang Magbubukid ng Pilipinas, Handout)  MANILA, Philippines — On the third anniversary of Amanda Echanis’ arrest, supporters and human rights advocates urged …

SEALED. French Minister for the Armed Forces Sébastien Lecornu (left) and Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. sign the letter of intent to strengthen defense cooperation between France and the Philippines during a bilateral meeting in Taguig City on Saturday (Dec. 2, 2023).They discussed, among others, regional security issues and the need to …

ARMED Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Chief of Staff Gen. Romeo Brawner was on the boat that came under China’s water-cannon attack while sailing to Ayungin Shoal on a resupply mission on Sunday. Brawner was aboard the Unaizah Mae 1 when a China Coast Guard (CCG) ship fired a high-pressure …

Underlining the crucial role of everyone in the ongoing battle against HIV/AIDS, the Department of Health (DOH) highlighted the urgency of collaborative efforts to destigmatize the disease in this year’s celebration of World AIDS Day. Photo from DOH Facebook page  During a gala event held on Dec. 1, the DOH …