NIKKO: Many of you out there will be looking for the next destination to head off to over the winter. While some may go to the latest ‘undiscovered’ island, others will opt for something a little colder. With cheap return flights, heavier snowfall than anywhere else on the planet Japan makes for a great winter escape. While many will head to Tokyo, Osaka or Sapporo, it … [Full Story...] about Nikko, Japan: A winter wonderland within reach of the Philippines
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‘Don’t give to beggars – there are better ways to help this Christmas’
Kind-hearted people have been urged not to give alms to street beggars, and instead look at other ways of helping the poor this Christmas. Glenda Relova, a … [Full Story...] about ‘Don’t give to beggars – there are better ways to help this Christmas’
Sixty-six Abu Sayyaf terrorists found guilty of Basilan mass kidnapping
Sixty-six Abu Sayyaf terrorists have been found guilty of the mass kidnapping of schoolchildren and teacher on Basilan Island 18 years ago. The verdict on the … [Full Story...] about Sixty-six Abu Sayyaf terrorists found guilty of Basilan mass kidnapping
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Survey: Six-in-10 Filipinos believe US would defend them if invaded
Six out of 10 Filipinos believe that the US would defend the Philippines in case of a foreign invasion, a survey has revealed. The Social Weather Stations (SWS) … [Full Story...] about Survey: Six-in-10 Filipinos believe US would defend them if invaded
Philippine Congress agrees to extend martial law in Mindanao
Congress has approved President Duterte’s request to extend martial law in Mindanao for another year, to “put an end to the on-going rebellion”. A total of 12 … [Full Story...] about Philippine Congress agrees to extend martial law in Mindanao
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Filipino journalist among ‘guardians’ honoured by Time Magazine
Time Magazine has just announced its “Person of the Year” for 2018, and for once, it isn’t one person. This time it is four people and a newspaper. Collectively calling them “The Guardians”, Time has awarded the accolade to the murdered Saudi journalist … [Full Story...] about Filipino journalist among ‘guardians’ honoured by Time Magazine
Pornhub users last longest in the Philippines… and are most likely to be female
The Philippines has again beaten off some stiff competition to be named as the longest-lasting users of the adult website Pornhub. On average, a Filipino visitor to the site lasts 13 minutes and 50 seconds. This compares to a global average of 10m … [Full Story...] about Pornhub users last longest in the Philippines… and are most likely to be female
Cavite Province invites visitors to enjoy packed month of festivals
Cavite province is hosting three festivals this month, all big draws for returning Caviteños and also visitors wishing to join the fun. General Trias City’s ‘Valenciana’ runs from today until Saturday (December 12 to 15), Alfonso town’s ‘Sanghiyang’ runs … [Full Story...] about Cavite Province invites visitors to enjoy packed month of festivals
Sipalay City touted as new sustainable tourism destination in Negros
Sipalay City is being touted by Philippine tourism chiefs as a “clean tourist city” and “top sustainable destination”. Sipalay, which is about 100 miles from Bacolod City, is known for its white sand beaches and crystal clear waters, attracting both foreign … [Full Story...] about Sipalay City touted as new sustainable tourism destination in Negros
Cash pledged to restore two iconic heritage buildings of Ilocos Norte
Two of of the most important heritage icons in Ilocos Norte will be restored by the National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP). These are the Saint Augustine Church in Paoay and the tower of Bacarra town. Rene Escalante, Chairman of the … [Full Story...] about Cash pledged to restore two iconic heritage buildings of Ilocos Norte
