Philippines

Alex Eala’s historic breakthrough and the all-seeing doubles clash of Leylah Fernandez and the Philippines top talent candidate, is one of the biggest sports stories ever to hit the Filipino markets in the country, the 2026 French Open. Though the 14-year-old single competition has come to an end in Eala, this is no dampener on the spirits of Filipino fans …

Bali is a tropical heaven for beach holidays, but there is a problem with over tourism – many of the popular hotspots are overrun. If you want to be truly peaceful, it’s getting tough in Canggu and Seminyak’s beach clubs, which are packed with traffic. When you want to experience pure white sand, crystal clear waters, and true solitude, it’s …

Malacañang Palace has announced Wednesday, May 27, 2026, as a Regular Honoring Eid’l Adha or the Feast of Sacrifice. It was enshrined in the law by Executive Secretary Ralph Recto under the auspices of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. through Proclamation No. 1264. The announcement of the holiday is made in accordance with the recommendation of the National Commission on Muslim …

The long-awaited CKJK Capsule is one of the most popular fashion drops in the Philippines. Online sales spike as fans rush to flagship stores before stores close their doors on stocks.Their sales rocketed online and into stores as stocks were depleted within hours of their release. This capsule, in contrast to previous collaborations with celebrities, is Jungkook’s first “active capsule” …

There is a big break for the workforce and students nationwide. The Feast of Sacrifice is an important day on the calendar and a time to stop and reflect on our daily activities. This much-anticipated event is an indispensable step in a religious and cultural way of life and is expected to be a great opportunity for the labour force …

The hits recorded for Westlife in social media are more than evident in the Philippines following the official global ticket sales to open at 12 Noon for the band’s Manila stop on WESTLIFE 25: The Anniversary World Tour. The eagerly awaited event is set for January 20, 2027 at SM Mall of Asia Arena, and thousands of Filipino music enthusiasts …

The staff and students of the Philippines are hoping for a respite ahead with the arrival of warmer weather in the country. The Office of the President announced the final schedule of breaks for this month, which has been officially approved by Malacañang Palace. Knowing the Philippine holiday schedule 2026 is crucial for anyone organizing extended breaks or family get-togethers. …

PAGASA announced on Monday, May 11, that the Philippines is under one of its most hot and humid weather events of the year, with 28 areas in its “Danger” category in terms of heat index. Thousands of Filipinos nationwide will find themselves facing unsafe weather these days due to several provinces and cities forecast heat index temperature as high as …

Davao Oriental was shaken by a big 5.6-magnitude earthquake this afternoon (7 May 2026) as the ground in the southern Philippines continues to vibrate. The latest tremor comes on the heels of another strong quake earlier this week, and the people are clearly on their guard. Following closely on the heels of another strong tremor earlier this week, experts are …

The Philippines is evolving as a honeymoon destination that is set to emerge as the top honeymoon destination in 2026, and particularly, among Asian couples looking forward to a honeymoon destination that is luxurious yet at a reasonable price. The country has crystal clear waters with white sand beaches and warm hospitality which makes the country a romantic getaway which …