The American Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (AmCham) is pushing for reforms to make the new policy of the Bureau of Customs (BOC), which provides temporary relief to foreign cable-laying and repair vessels, more responsive to business demands. In a statement on Friday, May 29, AmCham...
The 52nd edition of the American Music Awards belonged to BTS , who emerged as the night’s biggest winners after taking home Artist of the Year, Song of the Summer for “Swim,” and Best Male K-Pop Artist. Another standout winner was “Golden” by the fictional K-pop act HUNTR/X from KPop...
K-pop supergroup BTS clinched Artist of the Year, considered the top honor, at the American Music Awards (AMAs) held in Las Vegas on Monday (U.S. time), marking its second win in the flagship category. The septet beat global stars, such as Bad Bunny, Bruno Mars and Taylor Swift, to win the honor...
K-pop group BTS delivered an emotional message of gratitude to their global fanbase, known as ARMY, after winning Artist of the Year at the 52nd American Music Awards held at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on May 25. The group secured wins in all three categories they were nominated...
Filipino-American karting champion Arion Crosby is taking an unexpected turn off the racetrack and into show business. The 17-year-old is entering show business with a long-term goal of building a career in acting. Known for his success in competitive karting, Crosby has already won multiple...
The American Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (Amcham) is calling for the inclusion of a dedicated investment protection framework and local government funding in the National Land Use Act, warning that the landmark reform requires clear transition rules to maintain investor confidence. As...
Bea Millan-Windorski is now among most talked-about names in pageantry today and not just because she is this year 's Miss Universe Philippines winner. With a rare blend of academic depth, Filipino-American identity, and a purpose-driven voice, she represents a new kind of beauty queen: one...
Lucio Tan-led flag carrier Philippine Airlines Inc. (PAL) and Alaska Airlines Inc. have jointly applied for expanded reciprocal codeshare services covering flights between the Philippines, the United States (US), and beyond, in a move aimed at deepening connectivity to Hawaii and other US...
The American Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (AmCham) warned that proposed legislation aimed at ending short-term labor contracts could inadvertently stifle foreign investment and weaken the country’s competitive standing in Southeast Asia. In a statement following a Senate Committee on...
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Eddie Murphy took a moment to look out at the star-studded room at the American Film Institute ceremony — at his family, his peers, the people who have shared his journey — and let it all sink in. “Seeing all of my family, all my kids, my beautiful wife, and seeing all...
Sometimes, diplomacy starts with what’s on the table. Across Manila this month, American agricultural products are being positioned through restaurant menus, supermarket aisles, and curated food experiences designed to reinforce a familiar idea: that the United States remains a key partner in how...
K-pop superstars BTS garnered three nominations at the 52nd American Music Awards which will be held on May 25 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas and hosted by Queen Latifah. CBS and Dick Clark Productions announced the nominees for this year’s music awards ceremony. The nominees were...
