The waters around Romblon have seen some of the country’s worst maritime disasters. But while the wrecks are real, the “triangle” is a much newer idea. Read more »
The Catholic Diocese of Kalibo has restated its opposition to gambling on Boracay, calling on provincial and municipal officials to weigh the welfare of families above the revenue a newly opened hotel-casino on the island may bring. Read more »
The Chinese Embassy in Manila on Monday, Oct. 5, rejected allegations that Beijing had channeled money to a Philippine political faction, calling them a “false narrative.” Read more »
The Philippine Coast Guard challenged CCG-3303 inside the country’s EEZ off Occidental Mindoro and shadowed three Chinese navy warships nearby. Read more »
Travelers taking ferries from Cebu to several destinations in the Visayas and Mindanao will have to set aside more for transportation as OceanJet introduces a 10-percent fuel surcharge amid higher global oil prices. Read more »
The Philippines is confronting a difficult budget equation as it seeks to strengthen its military while meeting the growing cost of pensions for military and uniformed personnel (MUP). Read more »
