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Marcos open to change Constitution to fit 'globalized world'

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said the 1987 Constitution has to be updated to boost the country's economic growth.

Marcos defends greeting to new Taiwan leader, affirms One China policy

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. says he only congratulated Taiwan's new leader out of "common courtesy," adding that the Philippines will never abandon the One China policy.

Starbucks doubles discount to seniors, PWDs after drawing flak

Starbucks Philippines will offer a one-day 40% discount to senior citizens, persons with disability, and other eligible customers on Wednesday, Jan. 24, after it was criticized for putting a discount cap.

IDF soldier of Filipino descent killed in Gaza blast

The Philippine Embassy in Israel confirms that an Israeli soldier of Filipino descent was among the 21 members of the Israeli Defense Forces killed in a massive explosion in Gaza on Monday.

House OKs bill boosting PH defense industry

The House of Representatives on Tuesday approved on final reading a bill seeking to develop the country’s defense industry.