Aquino: Number of OFWs declining as PH economy sustains growth

MANILA — The Philippine government’s reform initiatives and inclusive growth bid has resulted to the drop in the number of Filipinos who prefer to work overseas....

Japan’s monarch welcomes President Aquino in ceremonial rites

TOKYO, Japan — Japan’s Emperor Akihito on Wednesday morning received President Benigno S. Aquino III during a welcome ceremony held at the Imperial Palace. President Aquino...

PH-made MyPhone wins court case against Apple

MANILA — It’s like a battle between David and Goliath of the tech world. In a recent trademark case, Philippine company Solid Broadband Group — the...

Administration allies face graft charges

Japan to employ more English-speaking Filipino teachers, says envoy

TOKYO — Japan will soon hire more English-speaking teachers and other professionals from the Philippines, Philippine Ambassador to Japan Manuel Lopez has said. “We are starting...

Business meetings predominate President Aquino’s four-day trip to Japan

TOKYO — A series of meetings with top executives of various Japanese conglomerates and trade organizations makes up the majority of President Benigno S. Aquino III’s...

Albano wants LTO to refund payment of new car plates

MANILA — Isabela Rep. Rodito” T. Albano III on Tuesday said the Land Transportation Office (LTO) should immediately stop the “coercive or forced” purchase of new...

Senate did not railroad subcommittee report vs Binay — Drilon

MANILA — Senate President Franklin Drilon on Tuesday denied accusation of Vice President Jejomar Binay that the Senate railroaded a subcommittee report which recommends filing of...

Nancy Binay challenges fellow senators to ‘admit personal motives’ after signing report against Binays

MANILA — “My colleagues have their own reasons for signing and I respect that. But I wish those who signed it thinking it would boost their...

Mom’s not mum: Roxas no comment on his mother’s ‘campaign’ efforts

MANILA — Interior Secretary and Liberal Party’s top presidential bet Mar Roxas said he “cannot comment” on his mother’s statements about his candidacy for the upcoming...