The hidden cost of self-medication • PhilSTAR Life
When I recently returned to the clinic after a few weeks abroad, one of my patients came in…
K-pop conquered Coachella. Now it’s Bini’s turn to show off the Philippines
The eight members of the Filipina girl group Bini learned they were playing Coachella the same way their…
Iran oil shock stirs memories of 1997 Asian Financial Crisis — but here’s why history may not repeat itself
A month into the worst oil supply disruption since the 1970s Arab embargo, the economic pain spreading across…
Malaysian minister warns of ‘very, very serious’ energy crisis
The Malaysian government has entered “crisis mode” in response to the ongoing global energy supply disruption, its transport…
Meghan’s father Thomas Markle, 81, finds love with his nurse, 46
Meghan Markle’s estranged father, Thomas Markle, says he’s “blessed and beyond happy” now that he’s dating his much-younger…
SSS ensures uninterrupted benefits for Filipinos in Middle East
What services are available online According to SSS, OFWs can continue to file benefit claims, apply for loans,…
Global energy shock triggers emergency measures in Asia
Commuters queue up at a fuel station in Peshawar, Pakistan, on 25 March 2026 [Getty] Asian governments are…
Philippines central bank warns monetary policy cannot tame inflation
Iran tensions Governor says price rises being driven by factors outside its control Shoppers at a supermarket in…
Philippine energy crisis: National emergency declared; transport workers declare two-day strike – Top updates
The Philippines has declared a state of national energy emergency in response to the war in Iran and…
Philippine fuel prices hit record highs as food inflation fears grow
Mario Orain used to earn his living on the road. Now, the 51-year-old driver spends most of his…
Why Southeast Asia’s small firms could bear the brunt of the latest oil shock
Singapore pizza shop owner Roy Chan has ridden out more than one business shock – from the Covid-19…
Baby Philippine Eagle, Bayani, makes its debut • PhilSTAR Life
There’s a new baby in the house. The Philippine Eagle Foundation introduced Philippine Eagle chick 32, named Bayani,…