The Latest Breaking News from Manila

Manila’s envoy to Washington is expressing confidence that the United States will not abandon the Philippines as it defies Beijing’s assertiveness in the disputed South China Sea — even as Donald Trump and Xi Jinping seek more direct talks to resolve tariffs and trade issues

The Philippines has told China that it is alarmed about heated exchanges with Chinese diplomats in Manila over the long-standing territorial dispute between the two countries in the South China Sea

A Manila teacher was arrested for allegedly forcing a student to eat a cockroach to silence them after witnessing the suspect sexually assaulting another young pupil.

Claims of Vitaly Zdorovetskiy's early release from a Philippine prison spread after a TikTok video, but no official records or credible sources confirm it now.

Russia alleges a US firm is recruiting Filipinos to fight in Ukraine for $5,000, but embassies deny the claim and experts warn it resembles disinformation.

Manny Pacquiao's son, Eman Bacosa Pacquiao, reveals his crush on Jillian Ward and confirms his official signing with Sparkle GMA Artist Center. Discover how the undefeated boxer plans to balance his rising showbiz career with his passion for fighting following his victory at Thrilla in Manila 2.

Ferdinand Marcos Jr’s office and family deny ‘dangerously irresponsible’ allegations

Huge rally organised by megachurch whose members vote in a bloc could spell trouble for Philippine president

Corruption scandal involving flood control projects implicates power lawmakers and officials