North Louisiana Man Receives Life in Prison for the Sexual Exploitation, Trafficking and Production of Child Pornography ...

MONROE, La. – Acting United States Attorney Alexander C. Van Hook announced that Richard Dean Hicks, 68, of Pioneer, Louisiana, has been sentenced to life in prison for his involvement in the sexual exploitation and trafficking of children and production …

Philippines names squad for Asian Youth Games

A SUBSTANTIAL delegation of around 200 athletes will be flying the flag of the Philippines in the third Asian Youth Games 2025, taking place in Bahrain later this year. This was revealed by Asian Volleyball Confederation (AVC) president Ramon Suzara, who …

Smart offers free calls from the Philippines to Iran, Israel

Smart Communications offers free calls and data roaming access amid the escalating conflict in Iran and Israel. (Photo from Smart website) MANILA, Philippines — Smart Communications Inc. is offering to subscribers free international direct dial calls from …

Offshore wind projects get boost as Philippines launches road map

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines has released a “comprehensive” road map for offshore wind projects. This is to ensure that permit bottlenecks will not stall the country’s push to realize more than 178,000 megawatts (MW) of potential capacity. Working …

Philippines linking rural farms to markets via steel bridges

FILE PHOTO MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Agriculture (DA) is undertaking a P27.7-billion program to build bridges for farms. These are for better access to agricultural products in rural areas and improve the lives of farmers and fishers. The …

BingoPlus creates biggest ever jackpot winner in the Philippines with $16.33M win

A factory worker from Mandaluyong City has won a record-breaking jackpot of over PHP935 million ($16.33 million) through BingoPlus’ online platform, marking the largest prize in Philippine gaming history. According to a statement from BingoPlus, the 28- …

Mutant Lands in Manila: Bringing Bold, Results-Driven Communications to the Philippines

With a growing Southeast Asia footprint, the launch of Mutant Philippines reinforces the agency’s position as the region’s go-to partner for culturally intelligent, impact-driven communications MANILA, Philippines, June 10, 2025 — Award-winning …

Philippines Police Search Lake for 34 Missing Cockfight Workers

Posted on: June 23, 2025, 11:58h.  Last updated on: June 23, 2025, 12:39h. Dozens vanished amid e-sabong match-fixing allegations Suspect claims victims were strangled, dumped in lake Industry worth billions despite criminal and ethical concerns …

Indo-Pacific or Middle East? US dilemma leaves Philippines exposed

Sun Life Philippines names former AF Payments exec as new president

SUN LIFE of Canada (Philippines), Inc. (Sun Life Philippines) has appointed former AF Payments, Inc. (AFPI) chief executive Jonathan Juan “JJ” D. Moreno as president of its insurance business. “JJ Moreno’s appointment is a significant step in our journey, …