Philippines still among worst countries for journalists
MANILA, Philippines — For the 16th consecutive year, the Philippines has remained on the list of countries where killers of journalists go unpunished.
Nov latest news
2 Pinoy doctors in Gaza cross border to Egypt
MANILA, Philippines — Two Filipino doctors were able to leave Gaza Strip and cross the Rafah border to Egypt, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said yesterday as Philippine authorities renewed their appeal to Tel Aviv and Cairo for the safe passage of Filipinos across the only border exit not controlled by Israel.
First batch of Filipinos from Lebanon, more from Israel to arrive early November
Metro Manila (CNN Philippines, November 1) — The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) on Wednesday said more Filipinos from Israel and Lebanon are expected to return to the Philippines in early November amid the increasing tensions in the middle eastern countries.
Japanese PM to address PH Congress during official visit
Metro Manila (CNN Philippines, November 1) — Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida is set to address a joint session of the Philippine Congress during his official visit to the country this week.
‘Enough water for Metro Manila as Angat rehab starts’
MANILA, Philippines — The water supply in Metro Manila and nearby provinces will not be affected by the 61-day rehabilitation of the Angat hydroelectric power plant starting on Nov. 6, an official of the Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System (MWSS) said yesterday.
Top teams gear up for Asia TriClub race
MANILA, Philippines — Tri SND Barracuda, the best triathlon team in the country, Fit PH and Baguio Benguet Triathlon, along with the eight other leading teams, look to reach peak form in time for the spirited battle for top honors in the IRONMAN 70.3 Puerto Princesa serving as first-time host to the Asia TriClub and Relay Championship on Nov. 12 in Palawan.
File SOCEs, remove campaign materials, bets told
MANILA, Philippines — All candidates in the barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan elections (BSKE) have until Saturday to remove their posters and other campaign materials, and the last week of November to submit their Statement of Contributions and Expenditures (SOCE), according to the Commission on Elections (Comelec).
EDITORIAL - Ending impunity
The Philippines has been consistently ranked among the most dangerous and worst places in the world for the press. Besides having one of the highest number of journalists murdered in connection with their work, the country also suffers from institutional weaknesses in catching, prosecuting and punishing the perpetrators.