Three men were arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a Filipino cargo ship crew member was critically injured in a suspected hate crime in Avonmouth, near Bristol. Two other Filipino crew members were also assaulted. Police are investigating reports of racist language used during the incident.
A Filipino housekeeper began working in Japan, part of a trend enabled by a 2015 legal change allowing foreign housekeepers in designated areas to address labor shortages and boost women's workforce participation. Pinay International now employs over 200 Filipino staff in various prefectures.
Filipino food company Sheentaro, a Dry Tech Manufacturing brand, is exploring the Indian market via the Indusfood expo, targeting its large, vegetarian population. This reflects a wider trend of Southeast Asian nations diversifying partnerships towards India amidst US-China competition for regional influence.
The Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) plans to pilot a stablecoin-based settlement system for cross-border payments to freelancers and overseas workers, developed with Meridian. This initiative aims to reduce costs and processing times for inbound funds, converting stablecoins to pesos before crediting BPI accounts.
China y Filipinas se acusan mutuamente de iniciar un enfrentamiento naval cerca del arrecife Second Thomas en el mar del Sur de China, que dejó un marinero filipino herido. Ambos países han convocado a los embajadores del otro, mientras EE. UU. condena las acciones chinas.
Chinese capital has continued to support Filipino private businesses, providing nearly $9 billion in loans over two decades, including a $3.9 billion syndicated loan to Dito Telecommunity in 2023, despite geopolitical friction.
The Philippines and China are blaming each other for a tense physical confrontation at Second Thomas Shoal in the South China Sea, resulting in a Filipino navy staff injury. The incident occurred amidst regional meetings, with the US condemning China's actions and Australia providing support to the Philippines.
Amnesty International's report, based on interviews with 19 Filipino women, details consistent patterns of abuse including excessive working hours, restricted movement, confinement, and sexual violence against domestic staff in Saudi Arabia. The findings mirror previous research on Kenyan workers, indicating widespread issues across nationalities.
The Philippines' recent upgrade to upper-middle-income status by the World Bank has been met with skepticism by citizens and advocacy groups. Many Filipinos, like Ann Michelle Federez-Abato, struggle with high inflation and daily expenses, finding the GNI per capita figure of $4,850 unrealistic.
The Philippines has been upgraded to upper-middle-income status by the World Bank, but citizens and advocates question the data, citing high inflation, debt, and meager wages that don't reflect the economic reality.
Gael García Bernal reflexiona sobre el cine como aventura y estrena "Magallanes" de Lav Díaz. La película explora la expedición de Magallanes, la colonización y la complejidad histórica, comparándola con la de México y criticando posturas colonizadoras actuales.
Traditional Filipino homes, like the bahay kubo, are built on stilts to provide practical solutions for living in a flood-prone and hot archipelago. This elevated design offers protection from seasonal typhoons and heavy rainfall, aids in natural ventilation to combat humidity, and uses lightweight materials for seismic resilience.
Philippine Senator Risa Hontiveros suggests a nihilistic violent extremist network, '764', may have influenced perpetrators of a deadly school shooting in Tacloban City that killed three students and injured 20. The information has been sent to the National Bureau of Investigation for verification.
The Filipino proverb 'Ang taong nagigipit, sa patalim kumakapit' (A desperate person clings even to a knife) captures a universal truth about human behavior under desperation, making it relevant today as it explains, rather than justifies, risky decisions born of hardship.
The UAE has expanded its visa-on-arrival programme, allowing Indian and Filipino passport holders with valid visas/residence permits from approved countries (US, UK, EU, Australia, Canada, Japan, New Zealand, Singapore, South Korea) to enter without pre-approval, with options for 14-day (extendable) or 60-day stays.
A 17-year-old Filipino teenager holding a Hong Kong identity card drowned after falling into the sea from Chau Tsai Bridge on Peng Chau island. He lost his balance while walking on the bridge railings and was later found unconscious by firefighters.
Philippine authorities recovered a 9mm pistol and a .38 calibre revolver from two minors, aged 14 and 15, in Tacloban. The revolver was traced to a security agency in Cebu City. This incident highlights the ongoing efforts to control gun proliferation and the provisions of Republic Act 10591.
Serena Williams makes her singles return at Wimbledon after four years of retirement, facing Australia's Maja Joint. The draw also features defending champion Iga Swiatek, British players Emma Raducanu and Jack Draper with tough matchups, and Novak Djokovic in the men's draw.
Eligible Filipino passport holders can now get a UAE visa on arrival starting June 25, simplifying entry for tourists and business travelers. This move reflects strong bilateral ties and the large Filipino community in the UAE.
Philippine police confirmed a student involved in a school shooting posted gun-related videos online, including firing a weapon. The cybercrime agency temporarily banned the violent game GoreBox, played by a suspect. Speculation arose about inspiration from the Columbine massacre due to a suspect's shirt.
Twenty-four Filipinos detained in Irkutsk, Siberia, for nine months without charges are scheduled for release to Manila on Sunday. Philippine Foreign Secretary Theresa Lazaro will welcome the first batch, following President Marcos's direct appeal to Russian President Putin.
The Philippine SEC is ready to embrace the tokenization of real-world assets, with Commissioner Rogelio Quevedo stating that legal and regulatory foundations are in place. The move aims to spur innovation in capital markets and provide safer investment options for Overseas Filipino Workers.
A Reuters Institute report shows Filipinos' trust in news has dropped to 28%, the steepest decline among 48 markets, attributed to attacks on media and social media influence operations. Facebook remains the top news source.
The Philippines and Russia have agreed to release 24 Filipino citizens detained in Irkutsk for alleged immigration violations. Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. announced the agreement following a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, stating the Filipinos will be deported tomorrow.
