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) that she had sent "love letters" to El Nido in Palawan, Panglao in Bohol, Oslob in Cebu, La Union and Baguio … [Full Story...] about Where next? Tourism chief warns of further Boracay-style shutdowns
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British man arrested for holding hands with 14-year-old girl in Santander
A British man has been arrested in Santandar, Cebu, after he was caught holding hands with a 14-year-old Filipina. Sebastian Cole was spotted with the girl at … [Full Story...] about British man arrested for holding hands with 14-year-old girl in Santander
American arrested in Cebu City for recording himself abusing children
An American has been arrested at his Cebu City home for possession of sexually explicit photos and videos of underage Filipina girls. Charles Gergley was taken … [Full Story...] about American arrested in Cebu City for recording himself abusing children
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More than 755,000 Facebook accounts hacked in the Philippines
Personal information of more than 755,000 Facebook users in the Philippines was compromised last month, a data watchdog has revealed. The National Privacy … [Full Story...] about More than 755,000 Facebook accounts hacked in the Philippines
I tried it, so you don’t have to: Eating tamilok, or woodworm, in Palawan
TAMILOK: Palawan — consistently voted the best island in the world — is a true feast for the eyes, but no so much for the stomach. And generally speaking, while … [Full Story...] about I tried it, so you don’t have to: Eating tamilok, or woodworm, in Palawan
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Tourism bosses say 115 Boracay hotels now ready for island’s reopening
Tourism bosses have increased the number of Boracay hotels and guesthouses permitted to operate when the island reopens from 68 to 115. The Boracay Inter-Agency Task Force has updated its official list of “accredited accommodation establishments” that will … [Full Story...] about Tourism bosses say 115 Boracay hotels now ready for island’s reopening
Ronald Rene Hodgens: Tributes paid to Australian shot dead in Ilocos Sur
Friends and family have paid tribute to Australian Ronald Rene Hodgens, who was shot dead in Ilocos Sur this week. Police are continuing to hunt for the killers of the 70-year-old surfing enthusiast, who was shot in the head outside his rented house on … [Full Story...] about Ronald Rene Hodgens: Tributes paid to Australian shot dead in Ilocos Sur
PAL announces three new domestic flight services for Clark Airport
Philippine Airlines has announced three new domestic routes connecting Clark Airport with San Vicente (Palawan), San Jose (Mindoro) and Cauayan (Isabela). The new services, due to start on October 28 were announced by PAL Express president Bonifacio Sam at … [Full Story...] about PAL announces three new domestic flight services for Clark Airport
Two US B-52 bombers fly over contested South China Sea islands
Two US B-52 bombers have again flown near contested islands in the South China Sea according to a statement from Pacific Air Forces. The Strato-fortress bombers, which are based in Guam, "participated in a routine training mission in the vicinity of the … [Full Story...] about Two US B-52 bombers fly over contested South China Sea islands
US government pledges nearly $60 million to rebuild war-torn Marawi City
The US has pledged 3.2 billion pesos to the rebuilding of Marawi City, which remains in ruins more than a year after it was liberated from Islamic State-linked terrorists. The US Embassy yesterday (Wednesday, October 17) confirmed an extra 1.35 billion … [Full Story...] about US government pledges nearly $60 million to rebuild war-torn Marawi City
