Day: December 8, 2025

Bangkok: The Philippine Embassy in Thailand has called on Filipinos residing in provinces near the Thai-Cambodian border to observe heightened caution and comply with all safety directives issued by local authorities, following armed clashes reported in several areas. According to Philippines News Agency, the Embassy issued an advisory urging Filipinos in the provinces of Ubon Ratchathani, Si Sa Ket, Surin, Sa Kaeo, Buri Ram, Chanthaburi, and Trat to ‘earnestly follow’ instructions from public safety officials, community leaders, and their employers. This includes possible evacuation orders, as security conditions remain volatile. Filipinos in communities close to the border were reminded to

Dubai: Table tennis athlete Lhey Marie Manginsay has been selected to carry the Philippine flag during the opening ceremony of the 2025 Asian Youth Para Games in Dubai, United Arab Emirates on Dec. 10. The opening ceremony will take place at the Dubai Club for People of Determination Stadium. According to Philippines News Agency, Manginsay, a native of Zamboanga Sibugay, garnered attention with her achievement at the 2025 ITTF (International Table Tennis Federation) World Para Future Taipei in Taiwan last June. She secured the country’s sole gold medal in the mixed doubles class XD17-Group 1 alongside Jan Wildfreed Redulla. Her

Manila: Malaca±ang on Monday affirmed that President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s determination to hold accountable those involved in anomalous flood control projects remains steadfast. According to Philippines News Agency, Palace Press Officer Claire Castro stated that the President’s resolve to investigate and take action against the corruption in these projects will not diminish. This comes after Senate President Pro Tempore Panfilo Lacson emphasized the importance of maintaining momentum in pursuing the Independent Commission for Infrastructure’s (ICI) objectives in addressing these anomalies. Castro highlighted that significant progress has been made in just four months, with numerous individuals being held accountable. The

Manila: The Philippine government, through the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), has acknowledged the continued support of Japan in the country’s infrastructure modernization. According to Philippines News Agency, Japan’s support to the Philippines will speed up the completion of infrastructure projects that will bring immediate benefit to the Filipino people. In a news release on Monday, Secretary Vince Dizon expressed his gratitude to the government of Japan, through the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT), for aiding the Philippines to modernize the country’s infrastructure network, which in turn will support mobility, connectivity, and economic development. ‘President

Brazil: Brazil lived up to its top billing, beating Portugal 3-0 to make history as the first FIFA Futsal Women’s World Cup champion Sunday night at PhilSports Arena in Pasig City. According to Philippines News Agency, Emilly fired a rocket at the 10th minute to set the tone, before veteran Amandinha (23rd) and Debora Vanin (38th) struck after the restart to put the finishing touches to the Sele§o’s (The Selection) date with destiny. The performance capped a spotless run over six matches for Brazil in the event backed by the Philippine Sports Commission and Philippine Football Federation. “Really happy. The