Pax Silica Project: A promise of innovation, but at what cost?
Rosemarie Zamora As AI continues to take the spotlight on the global stage, many countries and organizations are leading the…
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Colombia declares state of emergency after 7.4-magnitude earthquake rocks the country
Zdravko Yazhikov Colombia declared a state of emergency on Monday, August 10, after a powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake hit the country,…
Global consumers carry burden of blocked key maritime routes, according to report
Eugene Nicklaus S. Laqui A latest report indicated that consumers around the world are among the greatest losers from the consequences of…
The new toy box: The rise of beauty culture among young girls
Emily Hodson Young girls are increasingly trading toys for toners, acids and serums. As social media becomes a normal part…
Philippine lawmaker pushes strict AI governance bill to protect workers
Angelica N. Hall Akbayan Partylist Representative Chel Diokno once again seeks to establish AI governance in the Philippines with House Bill…
Solar panels on UK balconies: The energy revolution we have been waiting for?
Solar power is finally moving from rooftops to shelves. From August 27 2026, plug-in balcony solar panels will…
UN special rapporteur backs extradition of Andrew, Tristan Tate
The United Nations' special rapporteur on violence against women and girls has welcomed moves to extradite social media…
Philippine Navy ship places third at regional gunnery competition
James Mario Ajero One of the country's guided-missile frigates bagged an award from a regional military exercises competition, according to the…
Japan begins construction of world’s next biggest destroyer
A new guided missile ship is set to sail under the Japanese flag as Tokyo seeks to confront…
Chinese embassy lodges rare complaint over NZ foreign minister’s ‘racist’ remarks
The Chinese embassy has lodged a rare official complaint against New Zealand's foreign minister after his "racist" remarks…
Philippines news: Filipinos remain divided over Pax Silica project
Carmela Calling Public opinions on the proposed Pax Silica project in the Philippines remain divided, with supporters highlighting its potential…
Philippines accuses China of water-cannon attack in disputed shoal
The Philippines on Thursday accused the China Coast Guard (CCG) of firing water cannon and carrying out a…
Indian Prime Minister Modi makes first public response as youth protests rock New Delhi
Wendellyn Mateo On Thursday, July 23, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi made his first public response to youth protests currently…
ADB report: Growth of developing Asia-Pacific economies stymied by energy crisis
Geoffrey H. Latayan Asia-Pacific's developing nations are expected to experience persisting impacts to their economies beyond energy to fertilizers, other commodity…
Philippine tourism weathers oil price pressures despite shifts in visitor markets
Andre Alfonso R. Gutierrez The Philippines has recorded its strongest five-month tourism performance since the pandemic.
Extremist group may have influenced Tacloban school shooters, says Philippine Senate
The recent school shooting in Tacloban City, Philippines, has drawn renewed attention to the dangers of online extremist…
ASEAN, Canada boost green ties, trade
Elan Castanares Senior officials from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and Canada have re-affirmed their commitment to deepening…
Vietnam orders review of locality mergers after a year of reforms
Diana Mae Y. Cleto Vietnam’s Ministry of Home Affairs (MoHA) has ordered a broad assessment to determine whether further consolidation of communes…
Bullying-related grudge led two students to a fatal school shooting in Tacloban
Two students, aged 14 and 15, who opened fire at a high school in Tacloban City on Monday,…
Philippine brand Tanduay retains global rum crown for ninth consecutive year
Philippine-made rum Tanduay has maintained its position as the world’s top-selling rum brand for a ninth consecutive year,…
Groups renew call for immediate release of Myanmar’s Suu Kyi
Ren Azrack Escosio Myanmar's democracy leader Daw Aung San Suu Kyi celebrated her 81st birthday behind bars on June 19, but…
US-Iran agree to set up ‘de-confliction cell’ with Lebanon
The United States and Iran agreed on Monday to set up a "de-confliction cell" with Lebanon, after the…
Philippines pushes seafarer safety app at Kenya maritime meeting
The Philippines has proposed developing a dedicated mobile application for seafarers to provide emergency assistance and government support,…
SOGIE Equality Bill: The state of LGBTQIA+ rights in the Philippines
Bobbie Matias On June 3, Philippine President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. released an official statement to mark the beginning of…