Katarina Rodriguez named Miss World Philippines 2018
On Oct. 7, 26-year-old Katrina Rodriguez was crowned Miss World Philippines while representing Davao City.
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President Rodrigo Duterte reportedly cancer free
President Rodrigo Duterte is reportedly cancer-free according to acting interior minister, Eduardo Ano.
New Philippines bill seeks to penalize catcalling and other forms of sexual harassment
On Oct. 8, the Senate approved Senate Bill No. 1326 or the “Safe Streets and Public Spaces Act of 2017.”
A Filipino pastor has been accused of running a ‘child sex ring’ in Hawaii
A Filipino evangelist and reported good friend of Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has been accused of child sex trafficking.
New poll shows majority of Filipinos satisfied with how democracy works in PHL
The Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey conducted from Sept. 5-23 found that 84% – or eight out of 10 Filipinos – are satisfied with how democracy works in the country.
Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte undergoes medical treatment
Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte on Thursday, Oct. 4 confirmed he underwent medical testing after initial denials from the Palace.
New survey finds Filipino millennials are selling belongings to fund travel abroad
A study by online marketplace Carousell found Pinoy millennials are selling underused belongings to fund their world travels.
Philippines to increase excise tax on alcoholic beverages; cites alcohol-related health risks
The Philippine government plans to increase excise taxes on alcoholic beverages on Oct. 2 as the country battles worsening health problems.
Filipino-Americans open up about Hispanic culture and the ties to their identity and every day life
120 years after the Philippine independence from Spain, Hispanic influence remains according to an NBC News report published Oct. 1.
President’s daughter gets an Ultra Lotto ticket, says if she wins, will donate to senator’s legal fees
Presidential daughter Sara Duterte said on Oct. 2 she will donate ₱121 million to Sen. Antonio Trillanes IV in case she wins Ultra Lotto jackpot prize of ₱800 million.