Philippines News – Politics, Economy & Society

Dirham gains vs INR, PKR, PHP. Should expats remit now?

Quick look at current exchange rates - as of January 29 - against the UAE dirham

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Planning on remitting Indian rupee, Pakistan rupee or Philippine peso? Here’s how you can take advantage of remittance-beneficial rates and when.

Philippines: Natural gas discovered in Malampaya East-1

Natural gas found 5km east of the existing Malampaya field off Palawan

Natural gas was discovered in Malampaya East-1 promising economic gains for the Asian country. The new find, announced by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Monday, Jan. 19, 2026, confirms 98 billion cubic feet of natural gas. Photo shows the flaring operation off the coast of Palawan.

Dh30m jackpot: Dubai Filipina on how she won Big Ticket

“If it’s meant for you, it will come to you,” says Anna, 38, the sole winner

Dh30m jackpot: Dubai Filipina reveals how she picked her winning Big Ticket

6.8-magnitude earthquake hits southern Philippines

Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology reported the tectonic quake at 10.58pm

In its initial bulletin, Phivolcs recorded instrumental intensities in various parts of Mindanao.

Sole winner: Filipina in Dubai wins Dh30m Big Ticket

Anna Lee Gayongan, a resident of 15 years, has been trying her luck for years

Sole winner: Filipino expat in Dubai wins Dh30 million Big Ticket jackpot

Top trending: NYE 2026, fireworks, fuel prices and more

Here’s your roundup of the top trending stories making headlines this weekend

New Year’s Eve, Burj Khalifa fireworks, UAE petrol prices, travel updates and more

Manny Pacquiao once fought to win $2 to buy food

Boxing legend recalls how crime rate in Philippines dropped to zero during his fights

Sheikh Ahmed Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Media Council presenting the award to legendary Filipino boxer Manny Pacquiao on the opening day of World Sports Summit in Dubai on Monday.

Lucky at last: Filipino expat in UAE wins Big Ticket

Antonio Plasabas, a 54-year-old supervisor, had been trying on his own

Lucky at last: Filipino expat in Abu Dhabi wins Big Ticket after 13 years

Fly Riyadh–Manila for just SAR 1 with Cebu Pacific

Cebu Pacific unveils direct Riyadh-Manila flights with fares starting at just SAR 1

The airline announced it will operate four flights a week on the new route.

Asia’s power map is shifting beyond US–China contest

Lowy 2025 Index shows region where middle powers drive next phase of strategic change

Asia’s transformation is not defined by a simple narrative of American decline or Chinese ascent. Instead, it depicts a more intricate mosaic.

Kim Chiu files theft complaint against sister

Actress appeared at Quezon City Prosecutor’s Office and presented her legal case

Kim Chiu

Cebu Pacific cancels flights after Airbus A320 recall

Passengers offered flexible rebooking, refund, or travel fund options

Cebu Pacific cancels flights after A320 recall

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