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Multi-State Recall Issued for Raw Oysters and Manila Clams Amid Stomach Flu Concerns

The FDA recalls raw oysters and Manila clams distributed in multiple states over possible norovirus contamination linked to stomach flu illness.

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YouTuber Vitaly Claims Three Filipino Lawyers Scammed Him Out of Over $400K in Legal Fees — Where Is He Now?

Discover how Vitaly Zdorovetskiy's 2025 Manila arrest led to a $400,000 legal battle, allegations of corruption, and a dramatic return to the digital spotlight.

International Business Times UK

The Air Here Can Kill, Welcome to the World’s Most Polluted Place

What Does “Most Polluted” Even Mean? It’s not like one place wins a forever trophy for being the worst, air quality rankings aren’t set in stone. Reports from groups like IQ Air track PM2.5 levels (fine particulate matter) over months or a year, comparing how often cities exceed safe limits…

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US won't abandon the Philippines in fighting China's assertiveness at sea, Manila's envoy says

Manila’s envoy to Washington is expressing confidence that the United States will not abandon the Philippines as it defies Beijing’s assertiveness in the disputed South China Sea — even as Donald Trump and Xi Jinping seek more direct talks to resolve tariffs and trade issues

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Philippines tells Beijing it is alarmed over escalating verbal tussle in South China Sea dispute

The Philippines has told China that it is alarmed about heated exchanges with Chinese diplomats in Manila over the long-standing territorial dispute between the two countries in the South China Sea

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China Files Complaint Over Philippine Coast Guard's Presentation That Shows Satirical Xi Jinping Photos

China filed a diplomatic complaint against the Philippines after a Coast Guard presentation featured satirical images of President Xi Jinping, angering Beijing over the South China Sea.

International Business Times UK

Japan and the Philippines sign defence pact to counter 'growing China threat'

According to Japanese and Philippine officials, the new pact would assist both countries in responding to natural catastrophes, a shared concern, and taking part in UN peacekeeping missions, which will be an addition to facilitating cooperative fighting exercises.

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The Philippines, ASEAN's new chair, starts 2026 on a 'weaker footing' after trade tensions and a $2 billion corruption scandal

Third-quarter GDP growth in the Philippines fell to a four-year low of 4%, prompting Manila to slash growth targets for 2026 through 2028.

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Filipino Catholics express outrage over corruption scandal during massive religious procession

A massive crowd of mostly barefoot Filipino Catholics is joining an annual procession of a centuries-old statue of Jesus Christ in the Philippine capital, with some using the gathering to express outrage over a corruption scandal involving influential legislators

The Independent UK

Student Assaulted, Forced to Eat Cockroach After Witnessing Teacher Sexually Abusing Another Pupil

A Manila teacher was arrested for allegedly forcing a student to eat a cockroach to silence them after witnessing the suspect sexually assaulting another young pupil.

International Business Times UK

Vitaly Zdorovetskiy 'Released' from Jail? YouTuber 'Spotted' at Manila Airport After Alleged Early Release

Claims of Vitaly Zdorovetskiy's early release from a Philippine prison spread after a TikTok video, but no official records or credible sources confirm it now.

International Business Times UK

Russia Claims US Is Hiring Filipinos To Fight War In Ukraine For $5k

Russia alleges a US firm is recruiting Filipinos to fight in Ukraine for $5,000, but embassies deny the claim and experts warn it resembles disinformation.

International Business Times UK

Eman Bacosa Revelation: Is Manny Pacquiao's Son Leaving Boxing For Showbiz?

Manny Pacquiao's son, Eman Bacosa Pacquiao, reveals his crush on Jillian Ward and confirms his official signing with Sparkle GMA Artist Center. Discover how the undefeated boxer plans to balance his rising showbiz career with his passion for fighting following his victory at Thrilla in Manila 2.

International Business Times UK

Philippine president under pressure after sister makes bombshell drug abuse claims

Ferdinand Marcos Jr’s office and family deny ‘dangerously irresponsible’ allegations

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‘There is so much corruption’: hundreds of thousands protest in Manila over missing flood funds

Huge rally organised by megachurch whose members vote in a bloc could spell trouble for Philippine president

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Latest mass protest against corruption scandal puts Manila on alert

Corruption scandal involving flood control projects implicates power lawmakers and officials

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Hundreds of thousands rally in Manila against flood-control corruption scandal

Hundreds of thousands of Filipinos have gathered in Manila to demand accountability for a flood-control corruption scandal

International Business Times UK

Physical: Asia Mark Mugen's Bizarre Encounter With Vitaly Zdorovetskiy Days Before His Arrest: 'He Was Actually Nice'

MMA fighter Mark Mugen recalls a friendly encounter with Vitaly Zdorovetskiy in Manila just days before the vlogger's arrest for livestream antics.

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Czech student Natalie Puskinova crowned Miss Earth 2025

A 21-year-old Marketing and PR student from Czech Republic is the grand winner of the 2025 Miss Earth crown, in a competition held in Manila

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Canada and Philippines to sign defense pact to boost combat drills and deter China's aggression

Philippine defense officials say Canada and the Philippines, both staunch critics of China’s increasingly coercive actions in the disputed South China Sea, will sign a key defense agreement that will allow their forces to hold joint battle-readiness drills

International Business Times UK

10 Photos of Eman Bacosa: The Rising Champ & Secret Son of Manny Pacquiao

Manny Pacquiao's rumoured son, Eman Bacosa, becomes an overnight sensation after winning Thrilla in Manila.

Golf Monthly

International Series Philippines Full Prize Money Payout 2025

As the Asian Tour campaign continues, the latest International Series event at Sta Elena Golf Club in Manila is offering up another notable prize fund

International Business Times

China, Philippines Trade Blame Over Boat Collision In Disputed Sea

The Philippines said a Chinese ship deliberately rammed one of its government vessels in the disputed South China Sea on Sunday, though Beijing blamed Manila for the incident.

International Business Times

Philippine Military Chief Says Rejected Calls To Oust Marcos

The Philippine military chief said Friday he rejected calls for the armed forces to topple President Ferdinand Marcos as Manila was rocked by street protests last month against government corruption.

The Independent UK

How a bloody Muhammad Ali fight changed TV forever

IN FOCUS: Fifty years ago, the Thrilla in Manila became HBO’s first ever live satellite telecast. Pioneering executive Kay Koplovitz and historian Craig Leddy talk to Kevin E G Perry about a pivotal night that transformed American media

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