The United States and the Philippines will stage their largest joint military exercise next month, with over 17,000 troops participating, amid growing concerns over Beijing’s increased military assertiveness in the region. The annual Balikatan drill will take place from April 11–28 in Northern Luzon, Palawan, and Antique, Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Balikatan spokesperson…
US, Philippines to Hold Largest Ever Joint Drill With Over 17,000 Troops
Philippines Says Chinese Navy Ship Spotted Near Disputed Island
MANILA—The Philippines said on Saturday it had spotted a Chinese navy ship and dozens of militia vessels around a contested Philippine-occupied island in the South China Sea, as territorial tensions mount in the area. The Philippine Coast Guard said 42 vessels believed to be crewed by Chinese maritime militia personnel were seen in the vicinity…
Philippines Says US Base Deal Meant for Defense, Not Preparation for War
March 3, 2023
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The Philippines’ decision to grant the United States more access to its military bases is meant to boost defense capabilities, not to engage in war preparations, a top Philippine defense official said on Thursday. Department of National Defense Secretary Carlito Galvez said the purpose of Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement (EDCA) projects is to bolster Philippine…
‘Cook the World’: Sweetwater Chef Introduces Students to Multicultural Cuisines
By Gretchen McKay From Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Pittsburgh—Andrew Alvarez’s immigrant parents had high standards. From an early age, he knew they hoped a career in medicine or engineering would follow his 2004 graduation from Quaker Valley High School. There was only one problem, and it was a biggie: Cooking is what actually fired the Sewickley, Pennsylvania…
Philippines Quake Causes Hospital Evacuation, Minor Damage
MANILA, Philippines—A strong earthquake rocked a central Philippine province on Thursday, sending people out of their homes at night, prompting dozens of patients to be evacuated from a hospital and causing minor damage to a government coliseum and business establishments, officials said. There were no immediate reports of injuries or major damage from the magnitude…
Onions Put Philippines in a Stew Over Food Price Inflation
MANILA—Putting quality over profit during inflationary times, Manila restaurant manager Ely Cundangan has refused to mess with her signature beef marrow stew—the same amount of onions must go in the pot no matter what. “Our ingredients have become so expensive that we are almost earning nothing. But we can’t change the recipe,” said the 76-year…
US Condemns China Over Laser Attack on Philippine Coast Guard Ship
The U.S. Department of State, on Feb. 13, officially condemned China’s reported use of a “military-grade laser” on a Philippine Coast Guard ship during a resupply mission in the South China Sea. The event took place on Feb. 6 during an attempt to deliver food and supplies to a military outpost on the remote Second Thomas Shoal…
Philippines Urges China to Prevent Any ‘Provocative Act’ After Complaint Over Laser
MANILA—China should restrain its forces to prevent them committing any “provocative act,” the Philippine military said on Monday, after Manila accused China’s coast guard of using a laser to try to disrupt a resupply mission to troops in the South China Sea. The Philippine coast guard (PCG) said its vessel was assisting a navy mission…
Philippines Says Chinese Ship Briefly Blinded Its Coast Guard in Spratly Islands With ‘Military-Grade Laser’
February 13, 2023
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The Philippines said on Monday that a Chinese coast guard vessel used a “military-grade laser” against its ship in the disputed South China Sea last week to impede a resupply mission, temporarily blinding its crew. The incident occurred on Feb. 6 in Ayungin Shoal, also known as the Second Thomas Shoal or Renai Reef by…
Boracay: The Suspended Island | Documentary
February 8, 2023
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This film is unavailable in Switzerland, San Marino, Italy, and Holy See (Vatican City State) because of territorial licensing. Boracay Island is a small sandy island in the Philippines that is probably famous for one resounding decision. It has been suspended! In just 25 years, this small island has carried the burden of popularity and,…
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