Duterte congratulates Trump: Is a new ‘bromance’ on the horizon?

Former President Rodrigo Duterte congratulated Donald Trump on his victory in the recent U.S. presidential election, expressing optimism for future cooperation. “I look forward to the success of your administration and to our shared aspirations for greater peace and prosperity for our countries and peoples,” Duterte said in a statement. It’s important to note that […]


Who would benefit the Philippines: Trump or Harris?

As the world awaits the outcome of the U.S. presidential election, Filipinos are divided over which candidate would best serve the Philippines’ interests. Harris: Continuity and stability Former Philippine Ambassador to the U.S. Jose Cuisia Jr. believes a Kamala Harris win would bring much-needed continuity and stability to U.S.-Philippines relations. In an interview with Super […]


Rolls-Royce unveils one-off Phantom for Goldfinger’s 60th anniversary

Rolls-Royce has unveiled a one-off Phantom Extended to mark the 60th anniversary of the 1964 James Bond film “Goldfinger”. Inspired by the 1937 Phantom III Sedanca de Ville driven by film’s villain Auric Goldfinger, this bespoke model features exclusive details, including a gold-plated Spirit of Ecstasy, a center console with an 18-karat gold bar, and picnic […]


Jollibee acquires full ownership of Michelin-starred Tim Ho Wan

Jollibee Foods Corporation (JFC) announced it will acquire full ownership of the Tim Ho Wan brand, renowned for its Michelin-starred Cantonese cuisine. In a disclosure to the stock exchange, JFC said its subsidiary, Jollibee Worldwide Pte., which currently holds a 92% stake in Tim Ho Wan, will purchase the remaining 8% from other investors in […]


Phl courts British investors

The Philippine government is actively courting British investors, urging them to take advantage of opportunities in the country’s growing economy. Finance Secretary Ralph Recto emphasized the Philippines’ potential for high returns during the Philippine Economic Briefing in London on October 31, 2024. “If you are looking for a place to grow your business and make […]