2 north Cebu island tourist havens recover from Yolanda; tourists influx still slow

CEBU CITY — The islands of Malapascua and Bantayan, two major tourist destinations in northern Cebu, have recovered from the effects of super typhoon Yolanda, but...

DOH releases graphic health warning templates for tobacco products

MANILA, Philippines—In a bid to warn the public of the ill-effects of cigarette smoking, the Department of Health (DOH) has released 12 templates to be used...

EU lauds PH for post-Haiyan ‘quick transition’ to recovery

One year after Supertyphoon Haiyan (Philippine codename, Yolanda) devastated communities in central Philippines, the European Union (EU) has lauded the country for its quick turnaround from...

President Aquino arrives in Beijing for the 22nd APEC Leaders’ Summit

Bohol tourism down, resorts bookings show

TAGBILARAN CITY, Bohol — Significant drop in tourist influx has been noticed since 2011 as the bookings of guests in resorts here show. Dr. Doloreich Dumaluan,...

Pope Francis’ leadership convinces ex-Catholic to re-embrace the Catholic faith

MANILA — For being a good example, Pope Francis has attracted many former Catholics to return to the Church, according to a Jesuit priest. Fr. Manuel...

Government working hard to encourage more Chinese tourists to visit Philippines

BEIJING, China — The Philippine Embassy in China is working hard to encourage more Chinese tourists to come to the Philippines and see its world-class destinations....

PNoy getting ready for regional summits

MANILA – President Aquino is now preparing for his trips to China and Burma to attend important regional summits. He will be participating in the Asia-Pacific...

AFP carries out night raid against Abu Sayyaf

MANILA – The Armed Forces of the Philippines on Friday night launched an air strike against suspected Abu Sayyaf groups in Patikul, Sulu. Joint Task Group...

We are open to suggestions says Palace

MANILA – The Palace yesterday said that they are open to suggestions that would help haste the rehabilitation of areas destroyed by Super Typhoon Yolanda and...