The Solomon Islands. When it comes to convenient escapes from the Philippines, the chances are that the Solomon Islands wouldn’t be the most obvious choice. However with direct flights between Manila and Port Moresby in Papua New Guinea, the islands are just one of a host of pacific island nations that are easy to reach. The Solomon Islands is a former … [Full Story...] about The Solomon Islands: An alternative escape from the Philippines
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Filipina nurse speaks of ‘surreal’ moment she was honoured for terror role
Joy Ongcachuy receives her OBE from the Prince of Wales. The nurse was one of the emergency responders who rushed to the scene of the London Bridge terror attack in … [Full Story...] about Filipina nurse speaks of ‘surreal’ moment she was honoured for terror role
Officials ‘need more time’ to fix Boracay as floods bring chaos to island
Boracay floods yesterday. Pictures via Twitter. Officials responsible for the rehabilitation of Boracay have said they need more time after floods caused by storm … [Full Story...] about Officials ‘need more time’ to fix Boracay as floods bring chaos to island
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Asian World Cup draw sets tough challenge for the Azkals
The draw for the Asian World Cup qualifiers for the World Cup in Qatar have been announced — with a tough group for the Azkals. The draw sees the Philippine … [Full Story...] about Asian World Cup draw sets tough challenge for the Azkals
Man admits to the rape and murder of one-year-old boy in Makati City
Gerald Reparip, who admitted to raping and murdering a one-year-old boy today. He blamed alcohol for his appalling crime. A man has admitted the rape and murder … [Full Story...] about Man admits to the rape and murder of one-year-old boy in Makati City
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Foreigners warned they will be deported in they meddle in politics
With President Duterte’s State of the Nation Address looming, foreigners have been warned of arrest and deportation if they meddle in politics. Bureau of Immigration (BI) Commissioner Jaime Morente reiterated the ban following previous incidents of foreign … [Full Story...] about Foreigners warned they will be deported in they meddle in politics
British man who watched Filipino kids raped online gets 21 years
Alan Porter paid to watch Filipino children be raped online. A British man who paid to watch abducted Filipino children be drugged and raped online has been sentenced to 21 years in prison. According to police, Alan Porter - who has visited the … [Full Story...] about British man who watched Filipino kids raped online gets 21 years
President Duterte signs law against ‘gender-based sexual harassment’
Image from a petition launched in 2016 calling for the implementation of an anti-harassment law. It attracted 149 signatures. President Duterte has signed into law a bill penalising gender-based sexual harassment such as catcalling and wolf-whistling in … [Full Story...] about President Duterte signs law against ‘gender-based sexual harassment’
Vegan Philippines: Is it easy to avoid animal products in the islands?
The amazing tropical fruit of the Philippines is an obvious plus point for any vegan. Is it difficult to be a vegan in the Philippines? The short answer is yes, it can be tricky… but it is by no means impossible. For one thing, Filipino’s truly love … [Full Story...] about Vegan Philippines: Is it easy to avoid animal products in the islands?
National dengue alert declared as killer disease spikes across Philippines
A national dengue alert has been declared. Advice to protect against the disease given below. Philippine health chiefs have declared a national dengue alert following a rapid increase in cases of the mosquito-borne disease across the country. Health … [Full Story...] about National dengue alert declared as killer disease spikes across Philippines
