THE history of the Philippines is not one of isolation but of deep integration into the wider maritime world of Asia. Long before Ferdinand Magellan arrived in 1521, Austronesian seafarers had already ...

A recent investigation by the Philippine Center for Investigative Journalism (PCIJ) has revealed that multiple senators allegedly received campaign donations from government contractors.

Compromise in the air? Thoughts on the politics behind SEPTA and PA's budgetary fiasco — and why a win/win has been so elusive ...

Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) spent August visiting the nations of Japan and the Philippines to discuss continued strategies against China, while also meeting with ...

Legendary Filipino director Mike De Leon has passed away at the age of 78. His death was confirmed by the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) ...

I’ve carried the urge to write about this for a very, very long time—the deep pains and frustrations I feel with current ...

The documentary "Treasure of the Rice Terraces" by Filipino Canadian filmmaker Kent Donguines will be premiering in October at the Vancouver International Film Festival.

Known to be 'fiercely political,' Mike de Leon was the great mind behind films like 'Sister Stella L.,' 'Itim,' and 'Batch '81' — solidifying his status as a giant in Philippine cinema ...

Watchdog groups were unimpressed. “Israel’s broadcasted killing of journalists in Gaza continues while the world watches and ...

AS far back as 2022, the same prediction has surfaced: the Philippine peso will weaken to 60 against the US dollar. Traders whisper, headlines speculate, and politicians demand explanations. In ...

High level of distrust reflects ‘an existential threat to the Philippines’ future’ and could fuel changes to public policy, ...

"Public service is not a burden—it’s a privilege" A FEW weeks ago, during a late-night conversation with friends—just some ...