Philippines’ September inflation hits 6-month high on higher food, transport costs
The September figure meant inflation remained within the official 2 to 4 percent target band.
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Slightly fewer Filipino tobacco users in 2024
A WHO study noted that the country is “likely to achieve a decrease in prevalence” of tobacco use, with the expected relative reduction from 2010 to 2025 estimated at 29…
How fandom merch in the Philippines went from handmade keepsakes to a full-blown industry
These have evolved from elaborate album packaging, high-quality photocards, collectible plushies, specifically for K-pop groups, and even a full-blown fashion lines.
When reputations collapse like buildings
The writer argues: "The (recent) earthquake is an apt metaphor for the destructive reckoning triggered by the exposé of massive corruption in flood control projects."
Storms, floods lead Philippines disasters, but quick fixes prevail
Despite this clear pattern, an expert noted that the national debate remains stuck on expensive and controversial flood-control projects whose “benefits and transparency remain…
Bridge in northern Philippine province collapses
In a Facebook post, the Cagayan Provincial Information Office said the bridge collapsed while several ten-wheeler trucks loaded with agricultural goods were passing.
Pope Leo XIV prays for Cebu quake victims, expresses ‘closeness’ to Philippines
The Pope’s deep ties to the Philippines date back to his visits several times before he was elected supreme leader of the Catholic Church.
Most Philippine homes substandard, not ready for quakes: expert
Recent calamities have shown that most houses tend to collapse or at least sustain damage because homeowners hire only labourers, instead of licensed engineers or architects,…
E-cigarettes: Surging numbers of children now hooked on vaping – WHO
More than 100 million people are vaping, according to the WHO’s first global estimate of e-cigarette use. They include at least 86 million adults, mostly in high-income…
Philippines seeks to update trade deal with Japan
The Philippines is looking to revive discussions to update the Japan-Philippines Economic Partnership Agreement. It aims to liberalise and facilitate trade in goods and services…