Tag: Philippines
Philippines records 1st sighting of Long-Billed Plover in Batanes
The Philippine record for the first-ever sighting of the Long-Billed Plover, a bird included in the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List for Threatened Species, was confirmed by the Philippine Bird Rarities Committee to have been observed in Batanes, a protected area for wildlife.
US Open champion Alex Eala plays Miami Open Main Draw as Wildcard
United States Open junior champion Alexandra "Alex" Eala is joining the 2023 Miami Open Main Draw as a Women's Tennis Association (WTA) Wildcard entry in one of the most prestigious events in professional tennis.
Philippines’ Carlos Yulo crowned 3-time Gymnastics World Cup champion
The Philippines' Carlos Yulo is now a 3-time Artistic Gymnastics World Cup champion after winning two gold medals in Baku, Azerbaijan over the weekend, adding to his Doha gold in Floor Exercise.
Philippines wins Best Dive Destination Award for marine ecology champions
The Philippines won the Best Dive Destination Award given by the Diving, Resort, and Travel (DRT) Show, the largest international diving exhibition which provides industry stakeholders greater support and encourages more people to become passionate divers to champion marine ecology.
Philippines’ 14 tourist services cited by ASEAN Tourism Standards Awards
Fourteen of the Philippines' tourist services were cited by the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Tourism Standards Awards 2023-2025 for outstanding tourism businesses and destinations in the region that have complied with the international association’s tourism standards.
Philippines’ EJ Obiena takes ISTAF Indoor Berlin podium with World No. 1
The Philippines' star athlete Ernest John "EJ" Obiena took his spot on the ISTAF Indoor Berlin podium over the weekend, picking up the silver medal next to the World's No. 1 pole vaulter.
Panda Express opens first drive-thru branch, 100th int’l store in Philippines
Panda Express, the world's largest American Chinese dining concept, finally opened its first drive-thru restaurant in Asia with the launch of its Sumulong Highway branch.
Philippines: Next Big Thing in Travel – The Times UK
The Philippines has been named the next big thing in travel by The Times UK, Britain’s oldest national daily newspaper.
Philippines’ Science & Technology Program opens slots for 33 Filipino experts
The Philippines' Department of Science & Technology (DOST) Fellows Program opened new slots to hire 33 Filipino experts to serve in the country instead of seeking opportunities overseas.
Echo Philippines brings home Mobile Legends World Championship title
Echo Philippines has won the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) World Championship, dethroning fellow Filipinos and defending champions Blacklist International in their grand finals match held Sunday in Indonesia.
Philippines’ Alex Eala debuts in 1st Grand Slam pro tour at Australian Open
The Philippines' tennis champion Alexandra "Alex" Eala is all set to debut in her first-ever Grand Slam professional tournament at the Australian Open this January.
Philippines secures double World Travel Awards for Top Dive, Top Beach Destinations
The Philippines secured double World Travel Awards (WTA) this year, including its 4th straight WTA as Top Leading Dive Destination - a title it first won in 2019 in the annual awards to celebrate excellence in the travel, tourism, and hospitality industries.