At least 11 people, including three children, were killed after two passenger vehicles collided in General Santos City. Officials said today (Tuesday, October 23) that the accident occurred when a van crashed into an oncoming jeepney during a heavy downpour at 3.45pm yesterday. Chief Inspector Yol Hilado, district police chief, said that one of the van's tyres blew, … [Full Story...] about At least 11 dead as bus and jeepney collide in General Santos City
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Australian jailed in Cebu no closer to justice after five years behind bars
An Australian who has been locked up in a crowded Philippine jail for five years says he is still no closer to getting justice. Troy Birthisel, aged 49, from … [Full Story...] about Australian jailed in Cebu no closer to justice after five years behind bars
PAL to launch catamaran ferry service from Kalibo airport to Boracay
Flag carrier Philippine Airlines is launching a new catamaran ferry service to carry tourists from Kalibo Airport to Boracay Island. Announcing the new venture … [Full Story...] about PAL to launch catamaran ferry service from Kalibo airport to Boracay
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Bank’s survey shows Philippines falling down league of expat destinations
The Philippines has dropped down a league table of popular expat destinations, according to a survey conducted by an international bank. According to the HSBC … [Full Story...] about Bank’s survey shows Philippines falling down league of expat destinations
Court refuses to issue arrest order against Senator Trillanes
Senator Trillanes remains a free man after a Makati court turned down the government’s request for an arrest order against him. In a 33-page ruling today (Monday, … [Full Story...] about Court refuses to issue arrest order against Senator Trillanes
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Eastern Samar now less remote with direct flights from Clark and Cebu
A new flight service from Clark to Borongan will help to open up the remote province of Eastern Samar to tourism. Announcing the new service today (Monday, October 22), Eastern Samar Governor Marcelo Ferdinand Picardal said: “This is an economic driver for … [Full Story...] about Eastern Samar now less remote with direct flights from Clark and Cebu
Reward offered after cold-blooded massacre of nine sugarcane workers
A reward of 500,000 pesos has been offered to catch those responsible for the massacre of nine sugarcane workers in Sagay City, Negros Occidental. Provincial Governor Alfredo Marañon condemned the killings and told reporters yesterday (Sunday, October 21) … [Full Story...] about Reward offered after cold-blooded massacre of nine sugarcane workers
Australian airlifted to Manila after fall at Taraw Cliff in El Nido, Palawan
An Australian tourist was airlifted to Manila for medical treatment after she slipped and fell while walking along Taraw Cliff in Palawan. Gabrielle Lauren Philips suffered a 10-centimetre gash on her knee after the mishap on Taraw Cliff in El Nido town … [Full Story...] about Australian airlifted to Manila after fall at Taraw Cliff in El Nido, Palawan
Jollibee fans camp out overnight for opening of UK’s first restaurant
Thousands of expatriate Filipinos braved the autumn chill as they waited overnight for the opening of Britain’s first Jollibee in London. The opening of the popular eatery in Earl’s Court today (Sunday, October 21) is part of the chain’s bid to become one … [Full Story...] about Jollibee fans camp out overnight for opening of UK’s first restaurant
Where next? Tourism chief warns of further Boracay-style shutdowns
Following Boracay's six-month closure, the Department of Tourism has warned other popular destinations that they could be the next target for “environmental rehabilitation”. Tourism Secretary Bernadette Romulo-Puyat revealed yesterday (Friday, October 19) … [Full Story...] about Where next? Tourism chief warns of further Boracay-style shutdowns
