Asean’s neutrality set to be tested as Philippines welcomes world leaders

South China Morning Post - Nov 15, 2026

World leaders converged in Manila for the Asean summit on Sunday, bringing attention to the 11-member bloc’s growing clout in a region with a population of 700 million and a US$4.4 trillion economy that is tipped to become the world’s fourth largest by 2030. Among top officials flying in are Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, Chinese Premier Li Qiang and US President Donald Trump, with the latter expected to attend on Tuesday . But questions...

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COTABATO CITY – Government forces are pursuing a still unidentified armed group harassing residents in the town of Talitay, Maguindanao del Norte. Lt. Col. Leonard Jack B. Orbase, commanding officer of the Army’s 1st Mechanized Infantry Battalion, said soldiers had a brief encounter with an undetermined number of members of the group on Thursday. READ:

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Nov 15, 2026

DOST sets up automated weather station for smart farming in Bukidnon

MARAMAG, Bukidnon — Farmers in this municipality are set to benefit from science-based weather monitoring following the installation and turnover of an automated weather station (AWS) by the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) to the local government on Thursday, November 12. Installed at Sitio Kalagutay, Base Camp, the facility is part of DOST’s Smarter

Manila archbishop issues guidelines for Simbang Gabi

Nov 15, 2026

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MANILA, Philippines – Manila Archbishop Jose Advincula has issued guidelines for the celebration of the Misa de Aguinaldo, or “Simbang Gabi,” a nine-day Filipino Catholic tradition leading up to Christmas. The anticipated evening Masses will be held from Dec. 15 to Dec. 24, while the morning celebrations will run from Dec. 16 to Dec. 25.

What can PH benefit from hosting ASEAN Summit? Geopolitical analyst explains

Nov 15, 2026

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The financial cost of hosting the 49th ASEAN Summit and Related Summits has been considerable for the Philippines, but a geopolitical analyst said Sunday that accommodating global leaders could benefit the country in return.

Carney says he's 'making progress' with Trump on possible US-Canada trade deal

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Carney says he's 'making progress' with Trump on possible US-Canada trade deal

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said Saturday trade negotiations between his government and the U.S. were progressing amid a monthslong tariff battle between the two countries.  The leader told reporters in Manila he had a conversation with President Trump, U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, White House chief of staff Stephen Miller and other officials "just...

LTO summons Taytay councilor over video of dancing while driving

Nov 15, 2026

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MANILA, Philippines — A councilor from Taytay, Rizal has been ordered to explain why she should not face sanctions after a video showed her recording herself and dancing while driving. The Land Transportation Office (LTO) issued a show cause order (SCO) against the councilor over possible violations of the Anti-Distracted Driving Act, reckless driving regulations

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4 NPA members, including 2 leaders, surrender in Masbate

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4 NPA members, including 2 leaders, surrender in Masbate

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Malaysia’s Melaka poll shows ethnic lines firming. Can Anwar turn Malay nationalist tide?

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