Ex-Chinese general wants retaliation vs Philippines

MANILA - A retired Chinese military general known for his hardline views urged Beijing on Monday to retaliate against the Philippines over the arrest of 11 Chinese fishermen caught poaching marine turtles near Palawan. More here: Ex-Chinese general wants retaliation vs Philippines

Hong Kong cautions travelers over recent shooting incidents in Manila

Hong Kong on Monday reminded residents visiting the Philippines to be vigilant as it cited a recent series of fatal shootings in Manila. More here: Hong Kong cautions travelers over recent shooting incidents in Manila

Philippines charges Chinese caught in disputed sea

MANILA, Philippines (AP) — The Philippines charged nine Chinese fishermen Monday with poaching more than 500 endangered sea turtles at a disputed South China Sea shoal despite China's demand for them to be immediately freed. More here: Philippines charges Chinese caught in disputed sea

Travel: Why I think the Philippines is SE Asia's next backpacking paradise

MANILA, Philippines – On a bumpy bus ride to Cambodia a few years ago, I met a young Swiss couple backpacking their way around the world. At the time I was just 2 weeks into my first real overseas adventure, so I soaked up their photos and stories with ... More here: Travel: Why I think the Philippines is SE Asia's next backpacking paradise

Restored links, ads luring more tourists to PH, says EU envoy

The Philippines may become the new destination of choice for more European tourists, with the return of direct air links between Manila and Europe and the Department of Tourism’s (DOT) “fantastic and amazing” global campaign that has reached the region, the European Union’s (EU) envoy to the Philippines has said. More here: Restored links, ads luring more tourists to PH, says EU envoy

Sila Island: Hidden beach unspoiled, blushing pink

One of the prettiest beaches in the Philippines is tucked along the coast of Northern Samar province, away from prying eyes, nosy and noisy beach bums, and greedy tourist trap operators. More here: Sila Island: Hidden beach unspoiled, blushing pink

Sandigan allows ex-FG, Chavit’s separate travels

Former first gentleman Mike Arroyo has been allowed by the Sandiganbayan to fly to Europe with his family. Sandiganbayan’s Fourth and Fifth Divisions separately granted permission to Arroyo to travel from May 17 to June 10 to the United Kingdom, Scotland, France and Italy. The Sandiganbayan Third Division also allowed former Ilocos Sur governor Chavit Singson to travel outside of the country ... More here: Sandigan allows ex-FG, Chavit’s separate travels