President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has approved an executive order allowing the issuance of Digital Nomad Visas (DNVs) to foreign remote workers, aiming to boost Philippine tourism and the economy. Executive Order No. 86, signed on April 24, authorizes the Department…
Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco on Wednesday called for stronger integration of sustainability in national tourism policy, speaking at a forum organized by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in the Philippines. Addressing participants at the 2025 Philippine Sustainability Now Forum,…
In a landmark move celebrating heritage, identity, and belonging, Clark County commissioners voted unanimously to establish a “Filipino Town” cultural district along Maryland Parkway — marking a historic first for Nevada’s largest Asian American community. The April 15 vote formalizes…
Authorities have arrested three suspects in connection with the kidnapping and killing of Filipino-Chinese businessman Anson Que and his driver, Armanie Pabillo. The Philippine National Police (PNP) confirmed the arrests during a press conference on Saturday, April 19. Two of…
Hunger surged sharply among the country’s poorest households in March, underscoring the deepening hardship faced by millions of Filipino families, according to the latest national survey by Social Weather Stations (SWS) commissioned by the Stratbase Group. The survey, conducted from…
As the Philippines grapples with rising global economic tensions and the threat of recession, business leaders and political advocates are calling for a shift in the country’s foreign policy to foster stronger economic ties with China. At the Pandesal Forum…
Filipino Muslims are officially observing Eid’l Fitr (Feast of Breaking the Fast) today, March 31, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan. This announcement was made on Sunday by Bangsamoro Grand Mufti Sheikh Abdulrauf Guialani, who confirmed that…
Toxics watchdog BAN Toxics is warning parents and children against buying a Roblox-inspired toy found to contain dangerous levels of lead and other hazardous chemicals. In a recent market monitoring activity, the group purchased a mini-action figure from a Quezon…
Former president Rodrigo Duterte spoke candidly during his journey to The Hague, acknowledging the legal challenges he faces related to his controversial war on drugs, which has led to an arrest warrant issued by the International Criminal Court (ICC). “I’m…
Former presidential legal counsel Salvador Panelo dismissed a sedition complaint filed against his erstwhile boss as “foolish,” claiming ex-president Rodrigo Duterte’s controversial remark about killing senators was simply a joke. “Ano ba itong bansa natin? Hindi ka na pwedeng magbiro?”…
