Philippines

People use umbrellas to avoid the heavy rain brought by typhoon Gaemi in Quezon City, the Philippines, July 22, 2024. (Xinhua/Rouelle Umali)MANILA, July 23 (Xinhua) -- Typhoon Gaemi sweeps through Quezon City, the Philippines, prompting residents to wield umbrellas as shield against its heavy downpour.A woman uses an umbrella to avoid the heavy…

Driven by the development and the enhancement of port infrastructure nationwide, the Philippines has once again proven its status as a top-tier cruise destination.The Philippines won the “Best Port Call of 2024” in the 10th Asia Cruise Awards in Jeju Island South Korea on July 10, 2024.Under the stewardship of Philippine Ports Authority (PPA),…

Satellite image of Tropical Storm Carina (international name Gaemi) taken as of 4:40 a.m. on July 21, 2024. MANILA, Philippines — Tropical Storm Carina (international name: Gaemi) has gradually intensified over the Philippine Sea, state weather bureau PAGASA said.  In its latest weather bulletin, PAGASA said Carina was located…

By: Armin P. Adina - 8 mins ago Click this link for the Miss World Philippines 2024 live updates! Miss World Philippines Krishnah Gravidez (center) with First Princess Jasmine Omay (left) and Second Princess Sofia Bianca Santos/ARMIN P. ADINA Of the five crowns awarded at the recently concluded…

Manila and Australian Defense Force chiefs talked on Thursday via video call to discuss promoting peace and security in the region. AFP Chief of Staff General Romeo Brawner Jr and the new Chief of Defense Force of Australia Admiral David Johnston in the call reaffirmed its commitment to regional stability and the continuation of strong…

July 18, 2024 MANILA – Navigating turbulent times necessitates a comprehensive understanding of the multifaceted forces shaping our nation. The Philippines faces a deluge of data, yet extracting meaningful insights and formulating a cohesive vision remains elusive. The hyperfocus on details obscures the…

Caritas Philippines, the advocacy division of the Catholic Bishops Conference of the Philippines (CBCP), is equipping far-flung communities with solar panels as part of its dedication to preserve the environment.  “The CBCP and Caritas Philippines will install solar panels in off-grid communities, ensuring that even the most remote areas…

The Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Total Concentration Exhibition is finally coming to the Philippines! This much-anticipated exhibition will be held from July 20 to October 20, 2024, at Level 3, Gateway Mall 2, Araneta City.  Anime enthusiasts and Demon Slayer fans, prepare to embark on an extraordinary journey into the world of Demon Slayer:…

The Department of Energy (DOE) is set to initiate another round of the competitive selection process (CSP) to develop microgrid systems aimed at electrifying remote areas of the country. This initiative is expected to benefit approximately 12,212 households. In a report by the Philippine Star, the DOE said it will open the auction in the first…

Nam Jiang and her daughter Ella, 5, hang out at the 43rd Los Angeles Lotus “Lights of Dream” Festival, celebrating the spirit and culture of the Philippines, at Echo Park Lake on Saturday, July 13, 2024. (Photo by Axel Koester, Contributing Photographer) Dragon boats ferry people for a ride on the lake at the 43rd…