Thought leaders and innovators in news publishing from across the globe will meet in the Philippines to discuss the future of journalism in the Asia-Pacific region, particularly in the evolving role of technology in media. The three-day event, dubbed as Asia-Pacific’s largest news media event,...
The Gilas Pilipinas women’s 3x3 basketball team is leaving no stone unturned in its buildup, doing everything possible to peak at the right time as it eyes an impressive campaign in the upcoming 2026 FIBA 3x3 World Cup slated June 1 to 7 in Warsaw, Poland. Bannered by Gilas mainstay Afril...
Philippine economic growth in 2026 would have hit the government’s downgraded target range had the war in the Middle East been short-lived, according to the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP). However, the Bangkok-headquartered UNESCAP said a...
BEIJING, China — The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Summit this year is expected to help settle differences between the economic powerhouses of China and the United States (US), as the regional bloc works to affirm an open trade policy, according to China National Committee for Pacific...
BEIJING, China — Beijing is leveraging its role as host of this year’s Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum to revive momentum for a massive regional free trade zone, seeking to counter a global tide of protectionism and fragmented commerce. In a discussion paper released Friday,...
High energy prices and persistent geopolitical instability are poised to deepen the Philippines’ external imbalances, heightening depreciation risks for an already fragile peso, according to analysts at Dutch financial giant ING ING wrote in its latest report, published last Friday night, that it...
Tickets to K-pop boy band EXO’s two-day Manila concert scheduled in July have sold out. This was announced by show promoter Pulp Live World via X. “True Kings indeed! EXO PLANET #6–EXhOrizon in MANILA happening on July 4–5, 2026 at the SM Mall of Asia Arena is now OFFICIALLY SOLD OUT!”...
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) on Saturday, April 18, confirmed the release of 78 Filipinos who had been detained in Myanmar for immigration-related offenses after being trafficked to work in scam centers. In a statement, the DFA said the Filipinos had been serving sentences for illegal...
Megaworld Lifestyle Malls secured 16 awards at the 13th Annual Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards, including five Gold, four Silver, and seven Bronze distinctions, reinforcing its leadership in innovation, storytelling, and experience-driven retail across its townships. The Asia Pacific Stevie Awards...
Monetary authorities in the Philippines and Vietnam are seen leading the hawkish camp in tightening policy as consumer prices in the Philippines risk absorbing sustained elevated costs arising from the Middle East conflict. “Should energy prices remain elevated, the Philippines and Vietnam are...
BEIJING, China — China is projected to surpass the United States (US) as the world’s largest economy as early as 2030, insulated from Middle East volatility and American protectionism by long-term strategic planning, according to a leading foreign policy expert. Qu Bo, dean of the School of...
Former world No. 1 Sydney Sy Tancontian is optimistic of a fruitful campaign as she headlines the Philippine team in the 2026 Asia-Oceania Sambo Championship slated June 23 to 28 at Ninoy Aquino Stadium in Manila. Tancontian, 26, goes all out for her fourth overall gold medal when she defends her...
