The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has introduced new rules for Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs), mandating rigorous due diligence for crypto listings and banning anonymity-enhancing coins. These measures aim to enhance financial stability and customer protection.
A magnitude 6.2 earthquake struck off the coast of Mindanao island in the southern Philippines on Monday. This follows a powerful 7.8-magnitude quake on June 8 that killed at least 65 people. No tsunami warning was issued for the latest tremor, and there were no immediate reports of casualties or major damage.
A new, larger, and more comfortable shelter for distressed Filipino domestic workers in Hong Kong is ready but awaiting official approval. The Philippine Department of Migrant Workers Secretary visited the facility, which replaces a smaller previous site in Kennedy Town.
A new shelter for distressed Filipino domestic workers in Tai Po, Hong Kong, is ready to open but awaits approval from local authorities. The facility is described as larger, better, and more comfortable than the previous one, with a three-year lease signed.
Tens of thousands fled their homes in the Philippines following massive explosions from Mount Pinatubo on June 12, 1991. The eruptions sent ash plumes up to 25km into the sky, forcing residents like Theresita Santiago to evacuate.
Trận động đất 7,8 độ ngoài khơi đảo Mindanao, Philippines đã làm nâng một phần đường bờ biển ở Sarangani và Davao, lộ đáy biển và san hô. Ít nhất 61 người thiệt mạng và 40 người mất tích.
The Philippines has formally requested a bilateral meeting between President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Russian President Vladimir Putin during the upcoming Russia-ASEAN summit in Kazan. This would mark the first meeting between the two leaders.
Un séisme de magnitude 7,8 aux Philippines a provoqué un soulèvement du plancher océanique jusqu'à deux mètres, exposant des coraux et des herbiers marins. Les autorités craignent des risques environnementaux et sanitaires liés à la décomposition de la faune marine.
Taiwan's Coast Guard Administration reported mainland Chinese law enforcement vessels entered restricted waters near Taiping Island on Thursday, a first for government vessels. The ships were driven away by Taiwan's coastguard. Experts suggest this is Beijing's attempt to assert sovereignty.
Un séisme de magnitude 7,8 aux Philippines a provoqué un soulèvement du plancher océanique jusqu'à deux mètres, exposant des coraux et des herbiers marins, et causant la mort de faune marine.
A 7.8-magnitude earthquake in the Philippines has raised the seabed by up to 2 meters, exposing coral reefs and seagrass beds, and killing marine life. At least 61 people died and 40 are missing.
An earthquake in the Philippines has caused coastal uplift, raising the seabed by up to two meters and exposing marine life. The phenomenon, reported by locals, has extended shorelines and affected areas near the Cotabato Trench.
Rene Baterbonia, 19, and Divine Adili, 21, drowned during a school-sanctioned team-building activity in Dipaculao, Aurora. The incident highlights risks in collegiate sports training environments.
Rodrigo Duterte, facing charges of crimes against humanity, will undergo a court-ordered health check to determine his fitness to stand trial. His team cited his deteriorating condition, requesting the examination before any trial can commence.
Philippine farmer Dan Rae Hugo faces doubled diesel costs and reduced profits due to the Iran war's impact on global energy prices. Meanwhile, ASEAN leaders convened in Cebu to address the energy shock affecting all 11 member states, agreeing to accelerate an energy security framework and a regional power grid. Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr stressed the urgent need for these measures, stating they were needed 'yesterday'.
A 7.8-magnitude earthquake in the Philippines has killed at least 55 people, with rescuers recovering bodies from collapsed buildings. The disaster has displaced over 45,000, injured 1,120, and damaged infrastructure, including schools and commercial buildings. Mental health support and aid are being provided as the region braces for potential weather complications.
A decade after the Permanent Court of Arbitration's ruling on the South China Sea, the dispute remains unresolved. Despite Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr's assertion of peaceful dispute resolution, the ruling has become a point of contention, with maritime incidents and military deployments continuing. China's economic pragmatism has solidified its position as ASEAN's largest trading partner.
A powerful 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck the Philippines, killing 46 and leaving 38 missing. Officials credit years of disaster-preparedness drills for preventing a higher death toll, noting that timely evacuations and education on earthquake response played a crucial role. The quake also injured 688 and displaced over 45,000, damaging thousands of homes.
China's sanctions on the family of Philippine Defence Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. have sparked debate in Manila over potential retaliation. Analysts suggest it's a warning to deter critics, while figures like retired Justice Antonio Carpio advocate for a "tit-for-tat" response, banning China's defence minister and his family.
Un séisme de magnitude 7,8 a frappé l'île de Mindanao aux Philippines, causant 55 morts, 31 disparus et des dégâts importants. Les secours, malgré les conditions difficiles, poursuivent la recherche de survivants.
China has banned Philippines Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro, his wife, and children from entering the country, including Hong Kong and Macau, citing his critical comments on Beijing's South China Sea claims. The ban also prohibits Chinese entities from engaging in transactions with Teodoro and his family.
China's maritime authorities have completed their first hydrographic survey east of Taiwan, aiming to improve seabed mapping. The operation, involving multiple agencies, is seen as a strategic move to assert jurisdiction over waters surrounding Taiwan.
Pour la première fois, des navires chinois ont pénétré dans les eaux de l'île Taiping, contrôlée par Taïwan en mer de Chine méridionale. Les garde-côtes taïwanais ont expulsé les navires après 15 minutes, condamnant fermement l'incident.
Calls to rehabilitation hotlines related to gambling addiction have significantly increased, with family members often being the primary callers. Treatment centers are expanding to meet demand, and support groups are using AI to manage the surge in calls, especially during late hours.
