[Vantage Point] Can the Philippines endure economic pain with Trump’s tariff?

The Philippines has recently been levied a 20% tariff on exports to the United States, more than the 17% toll that the country’s finance team was expecting from an April 2025 announcement. I’m tempted to say, “I told you so.” Some three weeks...

Filipino traveler: Shusha is a truly enchanting place

Members of the world-renowned MTP (Most Traveled People) international travelers club who visited Karabakh have been at the Jidir Duzu plain, APA’s local bureau reports. The travelers, enjoying the view of Shusha city from Jidir Duzu plain, took...

Leechiu Property Consultants: Domestic travel boosting Philippine tourism sector

Philippine real estate advisory firm Leechiu Property Consultants (LPC) reports that domestic travel is what’s spurring on the ongoing recovery of the Philippine travel industry. During the presentation of its Q2-2025 Philippine Property Market...

Filipino traveler: Shusha is a truly enchanting place

PBBM set for Washington visit as U.S.-Philippine ties tighten

By ROY C. MABASA President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. is expected to travel to Washington, D.C. in the coming days, a top U.S. official dislosed on Thursday, July 10, 2025. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed the planned visit during a...

British beach dubbed 'UK's answer to the Seychelles' named the prettiest

For all the beauty of Seychelles, the 14-hour stopover flight to get there is a strong deterrent. Luckily, there is one relatively unknown beach that promises the same majesty of the East African colony much closer to home. Kuoni, the family...

Philippines concerned over Trump's 20% tariff but says talks still ongoing

MANILA, Philippines — After U.S. President Donald Trump slapped a 20% tariff on Philippine goods, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s’ special assistant for economic affairs Frederick Go said that while the Philippines is concerned, this is still...

AirAsia Philippines studying PHL-India service

LOW-COST carrier AirAsia Philippines said it is studying the possibility of launching direct flights between the Philippines and India amid strong market demand. “India is a great market… What AirAsia can do is we will market Philippine tourism to...

The Philippines: Inclusive Connectivity Bridging the Digital Divide

The promise of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to enhance digital connectivity for Filipinos living in remote islands and far-flung areas is now being realised in the Dinagat Islands. A significant milestone was reached with the signing of a...

Philippines to negotiate 20-percent US tariffs with trade officials—Go

The Philippines expressed concern Thursday over the United States’ latest decision to impose a 20% reciprocal tariff on Filipino exports, though officials acknowledged the rate is among the lowest in the region. “We are concerned that the US has...

Carabao Mercado aims to narrow gaps in produce market for Filipino Albertans

Posted on July 10, 2025 by Taber Times By Nicole Shelstad Taber Times Many greenhouses exist in southern Alberta, yet none are quite like Carabao Mercado. Towering foliage, vibrant colours, and fragrant fruits—their greenhouse looks like a...

Philippine officials heading to US for trade deal discussions

This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article. Special Assistant to the President for Investment and Economic Affairs Frederick Go believes a face-to-face discussion with US trade...

Filipino traveler: Karabakh's nature is perfect

Members of the world-renowned international travelers’ club MTP (Most Traveled People), who traveled to Karabakh, visited the Shusha prison, APA’s local bureau reports. The travelers familiarized themselves with the area and the building where the...

Philippines concerned over higher U.S. tariffs, will continue to negotiate, minister says

MANILA (Reuters) -The Philippines is concerned about the United States' decision to impose 20% tariffs on Philippine exports but will continue to negotiate, its economic affairs minister said on Thursday. Secretary Frederick Go told reporters that...

Canada’s travel warning on Mindanao ‘outdated and misleading’ — MinDA

DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 10 July) – The Canadian government’s advisory to avoid travel to 14 Mindanao provinces has been called out by the Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) as “outdated and misleading.” Tinago Falls in the boundary of Iligan...

Japan Airlines is giving away free domestic flights to international tourists

Find out how you can take advantage of this special offer. If you’ve been to Tokyo recently, you’ll know how overly crowded it is, with record-breaking numbers of international visitors flying into Japan and making the city their first tourist...

3 Filipino seafarers feared dead after Houthi attack in Red Sea

MANILA, Philippines — At least three Filipino seafarers are feared dead after an attack by Houthi rebels on a foreign-flagged vessel in the Red Sea, according to Department of Migrant Workers Secretary Hans Leo Cacdac on Thursday, July 10. The...

Seven countries around the world tourists can get a pint for less than £1

Are you someone who's ideal holiday is a cool beer, sun and sand? Well, it might be worth adjusting your destination if you're not looking to splash out for your plonk. The countries offering the cheapest pints on average for a pint have been...

You can visit a UK beach named among the most idyllic in the world - 'it's the English Seychelles'

Lounging on a beach and enjoying the sun is what many people look forward to on their holidays, but you don't need to travel far to find a "paradise" island. New research found Pentle Bay on the Isles of Scilly to be one of the world's most...

Sara Duterte’s trip to The Hague ‘not a vacation,’ OVP spox says

Sara Duterte MANILA, Philippines — Newly appointed Office of the Vice President (OVP) spokesperson Ruth Castelo defended Vice President Sara Duterte’s current visit to her father at The Hague, Netherlands, saying that while it was a “personal...