In the aftermath of the recent Philippine midterm elections, we can all feel a palpable current of excitement – on timelines, in newsrooms, even around dinner tables.

“Upon reaching the area, the ship will conduct a ceremonial raising of the Philippine flag, a solemn and resolute gesture that affirms our nation’s presence and jurisdiction in this strategically ...

May 17, 2025 | 12:00am MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine flag is now flying over Philippine Rise as the country’s assertion of sovereignty, on the eighth anniversary of its renaming yesterday.

Symbolism behind the Vahanas of Hindu Gods By Kanakanjali Roy May 14, 2025 05:24 PM IST Read this news in brief form ...

Some critics referred to the term as “aptly chosen”, associating it with the restoration of patriarchal order and marital symbolism by avenging Hindu males who were killed before their brides.

But the official cautioned that symbolism can swiftly give way to reality, citing China’s track record elsewhere in the Spratlys. Over the past year, Filipino attempts to reassert presence at Sandy ...

Religious flag flown at CT city hall draws Church of Satanology attention. They want their flag flown The flag says: ‘Satan Loves the First Amendment’ Stevens’ letter to the Hartford mayor said.

Pope Francis is be laid to rest on Saturday after lying in state for three days in St Peter’s Basilica, where the faithful are expected to flock to pay their respects to history’s first Latin American ...

Nora Aunor, who became one of the biggest stars of Philippine cinema during a career that spanned seven decades, has died. Aunor died Wednesday, according to social media posts from her children.

The Tidal Basin, the entry point to Washington, D.C. and home to the Jefferson Memorial, is at its most colorful and vibrant this weekend. The city’s historic cherry blossoms are in full bloom ...

The current Philippine flag with its blue and red horizontal bands, white triangle, golden sun, and three stars has become the internationally recognized symbol of Filipino identity. It is, however, ...

Supporters of former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte take part in a rally demanding his return from the International Criminal Court, in Davao City, Philippines, March 16, 2025.