Fire Ravages Manila Slum, Displacing Thousands
MANILA — A massive fire tore through the shantytown neighbourhood of Happyland, Barangay 105, Tondo, late Saturday evening, leaving more than 1,100 families homeless and prompting urgent calls for improved safety enforcement. The blaze, which ignited at around 8:28 p.m. … Continue reading Fire Ravages Manila Slum, Displacing Thousands
Trade Deals: Philippines and Indonesia Ahead of Deadline
JAKARTA/WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump confirmed on July 22 that the US and the Philippines have reached a trade agreement following a White House meeting with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. The deal stipulates a 19% tariff on Philippine exports to the … Continue reading Trade Deals: Philippines and Indonesia Ahead of Deadline
Berlin: Philippine Ambassador Celebrates Independence Day
BERLIN – On July 2, 2025, the Philippine Embassy in Berlin hosted a commemorative reception at the Waldorf Astoria in celebration of the 127th anniversary of Philippine independence. Ambassador Irene Susan B. Natividad welcomed a distinguished gathering of local and … Continue reading Berlin: Philippine Ambassador Celebrates Independence Day
Philippines: Multiple Airlines Expand Flight Connections
MANILA – Faster and More Convenient Access Reflects the Country’s Rise as a Top Southeast Asian Destination. Several international airlines are significantly expanding their connections to the Philippines this year, offering travelers faster and more attractive options. These developments also highlight … Continue reading Philippines: Multiple Airlines Expand Flight Connections
Philippines Celebrates 127th Independence Day
MANILA – The Philippines marke its 127th Independence Day on June 12th, commemorating the nation’s declaration of sovereignty from Spanish colonial rule in 1898. The celebration, known as Araw ng Kalayaan, is observed across the country with official ceremonies, a civil-military … Continue reading Philippines Celebrates 127th Independence Day