Philippines sees 73% surge in dengue cases this quarter

The Health Department of the Philippines has reported a staggering 73 percent rise in dengue cases during the first quarter of 2025, contributing to an outbreak that the World Health Organization estimates has resulted in nearly a million suspected cases …

The Philippines’ remittance economy

Dire financial conditions have inspired many Filipino citizens to leave their home country for opportunities abroad. It has become a way of life for millions of Filipinos who have migrated to countries that enjoy more robust economies. In fact, every June …

Press Night of Miss Universe Philippines Canada 2025 Pageant Showcases Intelligence, Grace, Talent

(2025 January 21). Surrey, CA—The excitement for the 2025 Miss Universe Philippines Canada Pageant is officially building as official candidates step into the spotlight for what indicates to be a remarkable night of elegance, empowerment, and fierce …

Philippines now has over 900 EV charging stations: Energy dept

Havas Ortega Taps Alex Pastor as Head of Havas Red Philippines

Havas Ortega has appointed Alex Pastor as the new Head of Havas Red Philippines, reinforcing its commitment to strengthening its PR capabilities and driving innovation in the communications landscape. “With over two decades of experience in public …

Nexif Ratch Receives Pre-Development ECC for 500 MW Offshore Wind Project in Philippines

Nexif Ratch Energy has received the Pre-Development Environmental Compliance Certificate (Pre-Dev ECC) for its 500 MW San Miguel Bay Wind Power Project in the Philippines. The certificate was granted by the Philippines’ Department of Environment and …

Marines’ new ship-killer missile to debut in Philippines with upcoming Balikatan exercise

The 3rd Marine Littoral Regiment with the Navy-Marine Expeditionary Ship Interdiction System at Marine Corps Base Hawaii on Nov. 26, 2024. (Jacqueline Parsons/U.S. Marine Corps) The U.S. Marine Corps plans to deploy its new Navy-Marine Expeditionary …

Theodoropoulos ’27: John Hay helped colonize the Philippines. The least Brown can do is give us a language class.

About a year ago, I received a text from Brown’s Southeast Asian Studies Initiative about an upcoming course, taught by SEASI and Filipino Alliance ally Grace Talusan: ENGL 1050Y: “Traces of Empire: Writing Filipino and American Experiences.” The title …

Honda Cars Philippines continues steps to improve body and paint repair services through insurance conference

Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) recently held the Honda Cars Insurance Conference at Acacia Hotel Manila. The conference was an avenue for HCPI’s major insurance partners and select dealers to strengthen relationships with one another and improve …

Philippines expands electric vehicle charging infrastructure

MANILA, April 1 (Xinhua) -- The Philippines has been expanding its electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, with 912 publicly accessible charging stations operational nationwide as of March 31, primarily concentrated in the capital, the Philippines…