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) survey was conducted in June, but only made public today (Wednesday, December 12). It showed that 61 per cent of the respondents believed the US would defend the Philippines. Nine per cent did not believe and 30 … [Full Story...] about Survey: Six-in-10 Filipinos believe US would defend them if invaded
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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
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 … [Full Story...] about Filipino journalist among ‘guardians’ honoured by Time Magazine
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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 … [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 … [Full Story...] about Cavite Province invites visitors to enjoy packed month of festivals
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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
Returning the Bells: Full statement by US Ambassador Sung Kim
US Ambassador Sung Kim has issued the following statement to mark the return of the Balangiga Bells today: This morning, a U.S. Air Force plane bearing three historic bells from San Lorenzo de Martir Church in Balangiga will land at Villamor Air Force … [Full Story...] about Returning the Bells: Full statement by US Ambassador Sung Kim
Swiss ‘morphine addict’ barred from Philippines after landing in Manila
A Swiss woman who claimed to be a morphine addict after acting strangely at Manila’s airport has been barred from the country. The 35-year-old horticulturist was immediately put on a flight back to Hong Kong from the Ninoy Aquino International Airport, the … [Full Story...] about Swiss ‘morphine addict’ barred from Philippines after landing in Manila
Philippine transport and tourism chiefs plan network of 85 airports
Philippine tourism and transport chiefs are looking to develop at least 85 airports across the country — up from the current 25 in operation. The Department of Tourism (DOT) and the Department of Transportation (DOTr) plan to develop the network in order to … [Full Story...] about Philippine transport and tourism chiefs plan network of 85 airports
