India backs PH move to uphold rights over SCS

MANILA: India supports the Philippines’ defense of its national sovereignty amid ongoing South China Sea disputes, Indian Foreign Minister Subrahmanyan Jaishankar reiterated days after the latest harassment by China in Ayungin Shoal.

A much-larger Ch…

PSC wants PHl-NADO to become fully independent

MANILA: The Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) wants the Philippine National Anti-Doping Organization (PHI-NADO) to become fully an independent body that will cater to national athletes.

PSC Chairman Richard Bachmann cited Malacanang’s ‘total support…

Iloilo City under state of calamity due to pertussis outbreak

ILOILO: Iloilo City is now under a state of calamity due to the pertussis outbreak, as contained in a resolution unanimously passed by the Sangguniang Panlungsod in a special session Tuesday afternoon.

The City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management …

Bohol guv scraps plans for moto-tourism after weekend tragedy

MANILA: The endurance ride Bohol Loop 2024, marred by the death of a non-participant female motorcycle rider on Saturday, was meant to promote tourism in the province.

Reports said resident Ana Marie Tasic was crossing the highway in Sikatuna town wh…

Vietnam joins proceedings of ICJ’s climate change opinion

Hanoi: The Vietnamese Embassy in the Netherlands, on behalf of the Vietnamese Government, has submitted a request to join the proceedings of the International Court of Justice (ICJ)’s advisory opinion on climate change.

In its request, Vietnam propos…

Hundred Islands National Park: a one-stop vacation hub

ALAMINOS CITY: The Hundred Islands National Park (HINP), which has 17 islands that are open to public, is a place for a dynamic family, group, or solo vacation for its sceneries and activities that are tailored-fit for the needs of every tourist.

The…

Vietnam, RoK discuss copyright challenges in digital environment

HCM City: Vietnamese and Korean experts gathered in Ho Chi Minh City on March 26 for the Vietnam-Republic of Korea (RoK) Copyright Forum 2024, a joint effort by the Vietnamese Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the Korea Copyright Protection …