Gogolook CEO Jeff Kuo: Whoscall Anti-Scam App will remain free for Filipinos

Singapore — Gogolook founder and global Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Jeff Kuo reaffirmed the company’s commitment to keeping the core features of its Whoscall anti-scam app free for Filipinos, calling scam protection a “human right.” Kuo said the...

Scientists Uncover 12,000-Year-Old Mummies in Southeast Asia

(MENAFN) Scientists have uncovered what are believed to be the world's oldest known mummies, dating as far back as 12,000 years, according to groundbreaking research released on Monday. The study, published in PNAS, details how human remains—found...

In the Philippines, a New Protected Seascape Safeguards ‘Super Reefs’

The Philippines has designated more than 200 square miles of its coastal waters as a national protected area to safeguard some of the world’s most climate resilient coral reefs. The new Panaon Island Protected Seascape hosts vibrantly colored and...

Philippine budget insertions: Mother of all scams

2 houses + 1 on shaky ground The Philippines has two legislative chambers: the Senate ("Upper House", 24 members) and House of Representatives ("Lower House", with 313 members). There's a third chamber: the "Bicam", where the magic happens (read...

Philippines pushes for e-Visa resumption to boost Chinese tourism

The Philippine Department of Tourism is pushing to restore the e-Visa program in China to boost Chinese tourism, amid policy contradictions and security concerns affecting traveler inflows. The Philippine Department of Tourism (DOT) has urged the...

Filipinos can now view birth, marriage, death certificates online. Here's how.

September 17, 2025 | 10:23am MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) is now making it easier for Filipinos to view official records like marriage and birth certificates online. Earlier this June, National Statistician and...

Philippines still deadliest country in Asia for environmental defenders in 2024

This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article. Human rights group Global Witness reports seven murders and one long-term disappearance in the Philippines in 2024 MANILA, Philippines – The...

MOVE IT commits to UN road-safety agenda, highlights people-powered, tech-secured approach

MOVE IT signed a United Nations Statement of Commitment on Road Safety on Thursday, where General Manager Wayne Jacinto spotlighted the company’s two-pronged safety approach, “Driver-Led, Tech-Reinforced,” as the cornerstone of its program during...

Why no ROI on AI? Filipina tech CEO says, it can’t be treated as mere software rollout

Thinking Machines advocates AI adoption across Asia Pacific, saying that without proper training and integration, companies risk falling into 'proof-of-concept hell' with minimal ROI MANILA, Philippines – When tech consultancy Thinking Machines...

Manila Water unit installs eco-friendly wastewater solution in El Nido Airport

Manila Water Infratech Solutions (MWIS), a unit of Manila Water, has installed its iTECH Packaged Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) in a quick-service restaurant (QSR) chain and at an airport, marking a step forward in sustainable wastewater management...

Philippines hosts arrival ceremony of second Miguel Malvar-class frigate

The Philippine Navy (PN) has held an arrival ceremony for its second Miguel Malvar-class frigate at Naval Operating Base Subic in Zambales, the Philippines. The vessel, which will be commissioned as BRP Diego Silang, was received in the presence...

Cirium names Philippine Airlines APAC’s most punctual airline for August 2025

Global aviation analytics company Cirium cited Philippine Airlines (PAL) as the most punctual airline among Asia Pacific carriers in August 2025. The Philippine flag-carrier scored an impressive 89.37 percent on-time performance (OTP) rating for...

Philippines may lose P30B from zero-tariff deal on US goods

By Kenneth Christiane L. Basilio, Reporter THE PHILIPPINES risks losing as much as P30 billion in revenues if the government implements a zero-tariff scheme on selected American goods, the Bureau of Customs (BoC) told congressmen on Tuesday....

VinFast Philippines, V-Green, and Green GSM Philippines seal strategic partnership with BDO Unibank to drive e-mobility in the Philippines

MANILA, PHILIPPINES - Media OutReach Newswire - 17 September 2025 - As the electric mobility sector gains momentum across Southeast Asia, VinFast Auto Philippines Inc. (VinFast Philippines), a fast-growing electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer;...

Shell LiveWire 2025 awards Greentech Ecobooster as top innovator in the Philippine startup scene

Homepage > News > Business > Shell LiveWire 2025 awards Greentech Ecobooster as top innovator in the Philippine startup scene Manila, Philippines — Greentech Ecobooster wins big at the Shell LiveWire 2025 Final Pitch Day, held in September 2025,...

Every Day, 5,000 Filipinos Bring Home Smartphones with Home Credit

Taguig City, Philippines – Home Credit Philippines (HCPH), the country’s leading consumer finance company, has helped more than 12 million Filipinos access essential products and services, from smartphones and appliances to mobility and insurance....

Celebrate 50 years of Philippine studies through art, culture, history

Reading time: 2 minutesThe celebration will pay tribute to Hawaiʻi’s Filipino heritage and looks ahead to empowering future generations. The University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa’s Center for Philippine Studies (CPS) is marking its 50th anniversary with...

I spent five days observing a joint military exercise between Australia and the Philippines. Here’s what I learned.

The 11th principle of war is personality, muses Brigadier Dean Thompson as we talk at an airbase in the Philippines. Relationships matter. Australia’s relationship with the Philippines has reached a new level of convergence, coming at a time of...

Airinmar signs multi-year extension of aircraft warranty management and value engineering services with Cebu Pacific

BERKSHIRE, England, Sept. 16, 2025 -- AAR CORP. subsidiary Airinmar, a leading independent provider of component repair cycle management and aircraft warranty management solutions, has signed a multi-year support services extension with...

Philippines develops armed combat drones

The Philippine Air Force Research and Development Center (AFRDC) has unveiled its first homegrown armed drones, marking a milestone in the country’s Self-Reliant Defense Posture (SRDP) program. The newly revealed platforms — the Air Military...