MANILA – The Philippine Travel Agencies Association (PTAA), one of the country’s biggest travel groups, is holding…
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Biliran’s Higatangan Island as future luxury cruise destination pushed
TACLOBAN CITY – The town of Naval, Biliran is eyeing the inclusion of its picturesque Higatangan Island…
Japan’s PM Takaichi vows to resign if ruling bloc loses February election
TOKYO – Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, also president of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party, said…
Winter storms claim over 30 lives in US
HOUSTON, Texas, USA – At least 34 people have died as millions of Americans braced for extreme…
Health sector gets P448-B in 2026 budget, near UHC funding goal
MANILA – The Department of Health (DOH) on Friday said the approved 2026 national budget will significantly…
Health experts warn vs. RSV amid cooler weather
MANILA – Health experts on Friday urged the public to remain vigilant against influenza-like illnesses (ILIs), particularly…
DOH says PH ready vs. Nipah, urges public vigilance
MANILA – The Department of Health (DOH) on Wednesday assured the public of the country’s preparedness against…
BIR launches taxpayer service for CREATE MORE Act-registered biz
MANILA – Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) Commissioner Charlito Martin Mendoza on Tuesday underscored the importance of…
Spanish brandy partners with PH firm, penetrates local market
MANILA – Chalk up another victory for the local spirits scene as Spain-based brand Torres is officially entering the…
P2B in savings eyed from proposed submarine power cable project
By Joann Villanueva MANILA – The government is expected to save around P2 billion annually from reduced…