President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has instructed the Department of Health to intensify surveillance against the Nipah virus and other infectious diseases to protect public health in the Philippines.
U.S. President Donald Trump announces plans to increase tariffs on South Korean exports like vehicles and pharmaceuticals, citing unmet trade agreements, sparking concerns over Seoul's economy.
The US military confirms the USS Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group's arrival in the Middle East, bolstering American presence as tensions with Iran escalate. President Trump remains open to negotiations, while Iran warns against interference.
India and the European Union proudly announce the finalization of a major trade deal, set to open markets and create opportunities for billions.
Multiple airports across Asia have intensified health monitoring following a Nipah virus outbreak in West Bengal, India, with five health workers critically infected and 110 contacts quarantined.
The Archdiocesan Shrine and Parish of Santo Niño in Tondo, Manila, is scheduled to be declared a Minor Basilica on May 11, 2026, led by Apostolic Nuncio Charles John Brown and Archbishop Jose Cardinal Advincula.
Iran's Revolutionary Guard warns of retaliation if the US launches an attack, following the arrival of USS Abraham Lincoln in the Middle East amid protests and economic crisis.
French citizens express anger at ICE agents aiding US security for the Winter Olympics, prompting lawmakers to urge Italian PM Meloni to intervene over safety fears.
US President Donald Trump urges a factual investigation into the ICE shooting in Minneapolis, expressing confidence in Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and noting talks with Minnesota officials.
Health authorities in the Philippines are implementing strict precautions against the Nipah virus, which has outbreaks in India and Bangladesh. Experts warn of high mortality rates and human-to-human transmission risks.
The Department of Foreign Affairs reports no Filipino fatalities from Winter Storm Fern in the US, but advises OFWs to stay alert and contact emergency services.
The International Criminal Court has authorized dozens of victims of the Philippine war on drugs to participate in pre-trial proceedings against former President Rodrigo Duterte, with hearings set to begin in February 2026.
The International Criminal Court has approved special medical accommodations for former President Rodrigo Duterte during the confirmation of charges hearing in February 2026.
The Bureau of Immigration has eliminated the one-hour cellphone privilege for foreign nationals in its detention centers, implementing stricter rules after a Russian vlogger recorded inside.
Spain announces a historic move to grant legal status to half a million undocumented migrants, aiming to reduce labor exploitation and strengthen the economy through a human rights-based migration model.
US President Donald Trump has threatened to withdraw American support for Iraq if former Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki is re-elected, citing past failures and Iranian ties during his previous term.
The British Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines calls on the country to leverage its ASEAN chairmanship to enhance regional economic integration, digitalization, and trade liberalization.
More than 350,000 Overseas Filipino Workers received OWWA E-Cards last year, facilitating easier access to repatriation, training, and other benefits under the Alagang OWWA Programs.
The Department of Health confirms readiness for Nipah virus, citing no new cases since 2014 in the Philippines, with symptoms including flu and brain inflammation.
The US military announces multi-day air exercises in the Middle East to demonstrate combat readiness, as tensions with Iran escalate following warnings from President Trump.
OWWA provides financial assistance to families of fatalities from the M/V Devon Bay incident, as search operations persist for four missing seafarers near Scarborough Shoal.
The Department of Health confirms the Philippines is prepared for Nipah virus, with no cases reported since the 2014 outbreak in Sultan Kudarat involving 17 cases.
Former South Korean First Lady Kim Keon Hee receives a 20-month prison sentence for bribery linked to the Unification Church, while stock manipulation charges are dismissed.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky labels a Russian drone strike on a passenger train carrying 300 people in Kharkiv as terrorism, killing five. The attack marks a shift from targeting rail infrastructure to civilian transport.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian urges the government to recognize its shortcomings in handling nationwide protests over economic collapse, as US threatens action.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio defended the arrest of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, calling it a crucial operation welcomed by allies, while warning Iran, Russia, and Cuba against interference.
The Department of Health says the Nipah virus is probably already in the Philippines, particularly Mindanao, but advises the public to stay vigilant without panic, citing past containment success.
A mother in Cebu City alleges negligence by CCMC staff, claiming delays in referral to VSMMC resulted in her baby's death after a critical cesarean section.
Cebu City Medical Center faces scrutiny after a father's social media post alleges delayed referral caused his child's death, while another family shares similar traumatic experience with private hospital care.
The East Asia Business Council transitions chairmanship to the Philippines and Japan for 2026, emphasizing private sector support for ASEAN Plus Three economic cooperation, sustainability, and supply chain resilience.