Every June 12, the Philippines marks its Independence Day—but let’s be honest, for many, it’s less about history and more about holiday plans. It’s a day off, a beach trip, or a quick post with…
2,000-year-old artefacts returned to Philippines after 50 years…
The National Museum of the Philippines has received a remarkable donation: 17 ancient earthenware pots, dating back 1,500 to 2,000 years, repatriated from Australia after more than five decades in private care. In a handover…
How ancient seafarers rewrote Southeast Asia’s human story
Long before recorded history, a small island in the Philippine archipelago was already buzzing with maritime innovation. On the rugged shores of Mindoro, 35,000 years ago, early humans were not merely surviving—they were navigating open…
Fil-Ams rule the 78th Tony Awards
On Broadway’s most dazzling night, three Filipino Americans didn’t just take home Tony Awards—they took command of the stage, the spotlight, and the narrative. At New York City's iconic Radio City Music Hall on Sunday,…
Jobs, not aid: The Philippines’ new path out…
As economic pressures mount across the developing world, the Philippines should shift its focus—placing jobs, not aid, at the heart of its fight against poverty. That opportunity lies in harnessing the country’s most abundant asset:…
R+T Asia 2025 marks milestone anniversary with record…
R+T Asia wrapped its 20th edition with record-breaking attendance and international reach, solidifying its position as Asia’s premier trade fair for the sun shading and door/gate industries. The event also commemorated the 60th anniversary of…
China looks south: Philippines positions as key ASEAN…
The Philippines is making a coordinated push to attract Chinese manufacturers, positioning itself as a cost-effective, investor-ready hub in Southeast Asia—with government agencies and private developers like Aboitiz InfraCapital leading a rare unified campaign. In…
Philippines unveils its cultural soul at Expo 2025…
Few art forms are as symbolic of the Filipino spirit as paghahabi—weaving. It is an act of preservation and creation, a living archive of culture, identity, and dreams. At Expo 2025 Osaka, that symbolism took…
Phl top brands: BDO leads in value, SM…
BDO Unibank has retained its title as the Philippines’ most valuable brand in 2025, with its brand value rising 48% to $3.7 billion, according to the latest annual report by Brand Finance. The banking giant…
Phished, vished, smished: Scammers are getting smarter—so should…
The email looks official. The caller sounds professional. The text message seems routine. But behind the slick formatting and the familiar tone, a digital predator is waiting. Across the globe, a new wave of cyber…