Editor’s note: Can Filipinos abroad observe the Holy Week tradition of Visita Iglesia on Maundy Thursday where they are? In particular countries, they can. As shown by overseas Filipino worker (OFW) and J1 teacher Patrick Salinas, who is based in Las Vegas, in the United States in this 2024 article of Jessa Ngojo, who was

MANILA, Philippines — The service contracting program for public utility vehicles (PUVs), which provides commuters free rides, should be expanded to ease the impact of the fuel price crisis on both drivers and passengers, Mamamayang Liberal Party-list Rep. Leila de Lima said. In a statement released on Wednesday, De Lima said she has filed House Resolution

MANILA, Philippines — The M/V Starlite Saga has been granted a special permit by the Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) to service the Batangas-Calapan route and vice versa to address the shortage of vessels following the suspension of operations of OceanJet vessels on the same route.  Marina said it approved the special permit for the vessel

PUERTO GALERA, Oriental Mindoro – The recent fare increases brought by the rising prices of petroleum products had heavily impacted tourist arrivals in this popular summer destination, a resort manager said. Gloria Basconcillo of the White Beach Resort Bar and Restaurant said that compared to last year, arrivals this summer of 2026 are lesser. “Compared

MANILA, Philippines – As Filipinos observe Maundy Thursday, attention is also focused on unrelenting rising costs of fuel, which continues to weigh heavily on transport workers and household budgets. Motorists and commuters alike are bracing for a possible adjustments next week amid the ongoing Middle East crisis. Below are the prevailing prices monitored and gathered

MANILA, Philippines — A 75-year-old Filipina grandmother is now living a comfortable life with her family in New York City, United States. But as the season that welcomes Holy Week arrives, she always finds a way to come home to the Philippines and continue their tradition—a way to show faith and love for the Lord.

Arron Villaflor Speaks Out On Soaring Oil Prices ARRON VILLAFLOR – The rising cost of fuel has reached a breaking point, and even celebrities like Arron Villaflor can no longer stay silent. Actor and public servant Arron Villaflor has joined the growing number of personalities reacting to the continuous surge in fuel prices, expressing his ... Read more

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Bangkok is offering a nicely varied weekend line-up, with a mix of immersive attractions, food and drink events, family-friendly entertainment, and music-led experiences. Whether you want something visual and relaxing, a casual afternoon out, or a livelier Sunday plan, plenty is happening across the city this weekend. Here are five things to do in Bangkok …

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Personal data of the Prime Minister (PM) Anutin Charnvirakul was allegedly leaked and then used to register for Thailand’s Social Security Office (SSO), with claims that weak security on the SSO website also allowed members of the public to access his data. Software and blockchain technology specialist and the CEO of DomeCloud, Thanarat Kuawattanaphan, raised the …

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Officials on Koh Pha Ngan agreed on March 31 to revoke the tourist visas of three Israeli visitors, including one described as an American national of Israeli ethnicity, after a review found their behaviour could affect public order and security. The district-level committee met at 3pm at the Koh Pha Ngan District Office in Surat …

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