Philippines

China steels itself for new front in trade war after US proposes tariffs on metals

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The US Trade Representative’s (USTR) office also initiated a probe into China’s maritime, logistics and shipbuilding industries, alleging that Beijing used “unfair, non-market policies and practices” to dominate these sectors. Henry Gao, a law professor at Singapore Management University, said he would not be surprised if China imposes countermeasures against the proposed tariffs through countervailing … Read more

I met my wife at 78… but it’s costing me £250-a-month to support her from 7,000 miles away – I can’t bring her to UK

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A PENSIONER barred from moving his Filipino wife into his bungalow says he’s sending her £250-a-month to support her. Twice-divorced John Ball, 78, married “true love” Anita, 60, in September – just months after meeting on a dating app. 6 John Ball sends his wife Anita £250-a-month to support her after she lost her right to a pension … Read more

Philippines says decision to strengthen ties with Japan, US a ‘sovereign choice’

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MANILA : The Philippines’ decision to ramp up ties with Japan and the United States is a “sovereign choice”, its foreign ministry said on Thursday (Apr 18), urging China to “reflect upon its own actions” in the South China Sea. “The source of tension in our region is well known to all,” the foreign affairs … Read more

This week in Christian history: First baptisms in Philippines

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By Michael Gryboski, Mainline Church Editor Sunday, April 14, 2024 Catholic faithful raise their palm fronds during the blessing in front of a church as part of the traditional lenten devotion on Palm Sunday in Manila on March 24, 2024. | TED ALJIBE/AFP via Getty Images Throughout the extensive history of the Church, there have … Read more

I met the love of my life on dating app at 78 but I can’t bring her to the UK… I’m selling my ORGANS to make it happen

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A PENSIONER barred from moving his Filipino wife into his bungalow says he’d sell his ORGANS just to get her into Britain. Twice-divorced John Ball, 78, married “true love” Anita, 60, in September – just months after meeting on a dating app. 8 John Ball, 78, married ‘true love’ Anita, 60, out in the Philippines … Read more

US, Japan, Philippines trilateral deal to change dynamic in South China Sea, Marcos says

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WASHINGTON: A cooperation agreement by the Philippines, the United States and Japan will change the dynamic in the South China Sea and the region, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr said on Friday (Apr 12), while seeking to assure China it was not a target. “I think the trilateral agreement is extremely important,” Marcos told a … Read more

NYC Resto Employs Filipinos Via Zoom to Take Your Orders And Ask For 18% Tip

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A New York City restaurant chain has found a unique way to save on labour costs – replacing in-person staff with virtual greeters and cashiers. These Filipino hostesses on Zoom calls assist customers through screens. Despite the lack of in-person staff, they still expect customers to tip. The restaurants, specialising in fried chicken and ramen, … Read more

China conducts ‘combat patrols’ as US holds drills with allies in disputed waters

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“IRONCLAD” The United States has sought to strengthen defence cooperation with its allies in the region to counter China’s growing influence. Top US officials have repeatedly declared the United States’ “ironclad” commitment to defending the Philippines, a treaty ally, against an armed attack in the South China Sea – to the consternation of Beijing. China … Read more

Japan seeks to work with South Korea, Philippines to boost regional security

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TOKYO: Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida on Friday (Apr 5) said he wanted to cooperate with South Korea and the Philippines, allies shared with the US, and even engage with North Korea to promote regional security. “The current security environment is tough and complex, and we are at a turning point in history,” Kishida said … Read more

Major earthquake strikes off of Taiwan’s coast, killing at least 9 and injuring hundreds

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The strongest earthquake in a quarter-century rocked Taiwan during the morning rush hour Wednesday, killing nine people, stranding dozens of workers at quarries and sending some residents scrambling out the windows of damaged buildings. The quake, which also injured more than 1,000, was centered off the coast of rural, mountainous Hualien County, where some buildings … Read more