Category: Philippines

Business

ICTSI’s Manzanillo Terminal Can Now Take 24,000-TEU Megaships — But the Bigger Prize Is Still 1.5 Meters Deeper

International Container Terminal Services Inc. has secured a major competitive advantage at Mexico’s busiest container gateway, with its Contecon Manzanillo terminal now authorized to handle deeper-draft vessels and some of the largest container ships deployed on global trade routes. Contecon Manzanillo S.A. de C.V. (CMSA), the Mexican subsidiary of Philippine port giant International Container Terminal Services Inc. (ICTSI), has been cleared to receive vessels with drafts of up to 15.5 meters,

August 31, 2026

Philippines

El Niño Is Tightening the Philippines’ Food Supply—And the Bigger Risk May Still Be Ahead

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines is heading into a potentially tougher food-supply environment as El Niño intensifies, threatening agricultural production, putting upward pressure on food prices and forcing the government to prepare for possible disruptions well into 2027. The Department of Agriculture (DA) has ordered its agencies to continuously update their El Niño response plans as new weather, water, crop and market data emerge, with the goal of protecting food security while limiting

August 31, 2026

Philippines

Man Caught on Video Dumping Dead Dog Into Marikina River to Face Complaint—But What Happens Next Could Be More Serious

MARIKINA CITY, Philippines — A man caught on video throwing a sack reportedly containing a dead dog into the Marikina River has been located and is expected to face an appropriate complaint, according to Marikina City Mayor Maan Teodoro. The incident quickly drew public outrage after a video of the act circulated online, showing the man carrying what appeared to be a sack containing the animal’s remains before dumping it into the river. According to the report by INQUIRER.net, the video was up

August 31, 2026

Entertainment

Yeng Constantino Serenades Ryan Bang With “Sabihin Mo Na” — Then the Crowd Saw What Happened Next

MANILA, Philippines — What happens when an old “what if” suddenly takes center stage? That question once again had fans talking after Yeng Constantino personally serenaded Ryan Bang during her milestone “Biyaheng Bente” concert at the Smart Araneta Coliseum on August 29. During the performance, Yeng went down from the stage and sang “Sabihin Mo Na” directly to Ryan, who was seated in the audience. The playful moment became one of the most talked-about portions of the concert, especially becaus

August 31, 2026

Philippines

QC Cracks Down on Construction Debris: Projects Could Face Penalties—And There’s More

QUEZON CITY, Philippines — Construction projects that leave behind piles of debris, damaged roads, blocked drainage systems or other public hazards could face penalties and delays under a new Quezon City ordinance aimed at making contractors and project proponents accountable for restoring areas affected by their work. The Quezon City Construction Site Restoration and Cleanup Compliance Ordinance (SP-3519, S-2026) requires public and private infrastructure projects in the city to secure a Certi

August 31, 2026

Philippines

Tim Cone Has a Plan for Kai Sotto’s NBA Dream—And It Could Lead Straight to Miami

MANILA, Philippines — Kai Sotto’s long-running NBA dream may have received an unexpected boost after Gilas Pilipinas head coach Tim Cone revealed that he plans to reach out to the Miami Heat on behalf of the Filipino big man. The development came after the Philippines completed a crucial sweep of Jordan and Iran in the fourth window of the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 Asian Qualifiers. Following Gilas Pilipinas’ 68-56 victory over Iran on Sunday at the Mall of Asia Arena, Cone was caught on

August 31, 2026

Philippines

She Was Rushed to the Hospital After a Stroke—Then a Tricycle Crash Changed Everything in Quezon

GUMACA, Quezon — A 65-year-old woman who was being rushed to a hospital after suffering a stroke died after the tricycle carrying her collided with a truck along the Maharlika Highway in Gumaca, Quezon, on Sunday, August 30. The fatal crash happened at around 10:15 a.m. in Barangay Villa Bota, according to a report from the Quezon police cited by the Philippine Daily Inquirer. Police said the tricycle was carrying four passengers, including the elderly woman, when the driver allegedly lost con

August 31, 2026

Philippines

Subic Freeport Landslide Kills 2: Developer Vows Transparency as Probe Turns to Collapsed Slope Protection

SAN ANTONIO, Zambales — The developer of the Tipo High-Tech Eco Park inside the Subic Bay Freeport has pledged full transparency and accountability as authorities investigate a landslide that killed two workers and injured two others during heavy rains on August 29. Xantheng (Subic) International Corp. (XSIC), the management arm of the Tipo Hightech Eco Park, said Monday that it had coordinated with the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) and other concerned agencies following the incident.

August 31, 2026

Entertainment

Miss Philippines Earth Rina Delos Santos Questions Pax Silica’s Sustainability—But the Bigger Environmental Issue May Be What Comes Next

MANILA, Philippines — Miss Philippines Earth 2026 Rina Andrea Delos Santos is putting the spotlight on one of the country’s most closely watched technology and infrastructure proposals, questioning whether the planned Pax Silica hub in New Clark City, Tarlac can genuinely be considered sustainable. Her position comes as the proposed US-led initiative faces increasing scrutiny over its potential demands for water, electricity, land and natural resources, as well as questions about its long-term

August 31, 2026

Philippines

Cebu City ALS Reaches Just 1 in 10 Estimated Out-of-School Learners—Now, a New Proposal Wants to Change That

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebu City’s Alternative Learning System (ALS) may be reaching only about one in every 10 estimated out-of-school learners, prompting calls for a stronger and more coordinated approach to bring more young people and adults back into the education system. The issue has placed renewed attention on one of the country’s most important alternative education pathways as Cebu City continues to deal with school dropouts and learners who remain outside the formal education system

August 31, 2026