West Philippine Sea: Beijing, Manila agree to continue talks
In a statement on Thursday, the Department of Foreign Affairs said Undersecretary Ma. Theresa P. Lazaro exchanged views with Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Chen Xiaodong on…
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Qualified trafficking vs Philippine pastor Quiboloy: An explainer
The most serious criminal case filed against Apollo Quiboloy was qualified human trafficking, a nonbailable offence.
Why we don’t ask why
There is no social context or setting untouched by the risk of suicide. Asking “why,” especially when it comes to emotions, forces the person to view their feelings through…
‘Son of God’ to face laws of mortals: Philippine Daily Inquirer
It’s an unthinkable scene during the term of former president Rodrigo Duterte, who has provided a mantle of protection to Apollo Quiboloy, his friend and spiritual adviser for…
Philippine state weather bureau to tap AI for more frequent, longer-term weather forecasts
AI would help the state weather bureau forecast the weather for the next 14 days instead of the current five days, said Science and Technology Secretary Renato Solidum Jr.
What are the ‘Silver Star Tickets’ for Olivia Rodrigo’s upcoming Manila show?
Seats are guaranteed to be located next to each other but the exact location will only be revealed once tickets are redeemed after Sept. 28. Simply put, for P1,500, you’ll…
Amid maritime tensions, Chinese firms commit to invest $89m more in Philippines
In a statement on Tuesday, Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) director general Tereso Panga said the recent Peza mission to China “will reinforce Chinese investors’…
Nameless legacies and prayerful art
Why do we work so hard to leave behind permanent things in an impermanent world?
Armed Forces of the Philippines claims 207 Chinese ships swarm West Philippine Sea; highest so far this year
In Escoda (Sabina) Shoal alone, the new flashpoint in the simmering maritime dispute between Manila and Beijing in the South China Sea, there were at least 68 Chinese ships from…
Defence department opposes motion for military custody of Philippine preacher accused of sex trafficking
“The allegations against the accused are heinous crimes that are within our civilian courts. The custody of the accused should remain with law enforcement agencies and not the…