TFCN News
Alex Eala breaks new ground, rises to career-high World No. 15 in WTA rankings
MANILA, Philippines — Philippine tennis sensation Alexandra "Alex" Eala has reached another historic milestone in her career, climbing to a new career-high ranking of World No. 15. ...more
Philippines ,TFCN Global Desk
November 10, 2026•2 min read
Davao assessor grilled by senator-judges over Duterte properties, China trips in impeachment trial
MANILA — The first defence witness in the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte faced intense questioning from senator-judges on Monday, 9 November. ...more
Philippines ,TFCN Global Desk
November 10, 2026•5 min read
EDJOP Invites Barcelona Audiences to Reflect on a Chapter of Philippine History
BARCELONA, Spain — It took five years, 19 shooting days and the support of private individuals to bring EDJOP to the big screen. ...more
Europe ,By: Sandra Sotelo Aboy TFCN Spain
November 09, 2026•3 min read
Filipino seafarer killed in Persian Gulf tanker explosion
MANILA – A Filipino seafarer was killed following an explosion aboard an oil tanker in the Persian Gulf, raising fresh concerns about the safety of Filipino maritime workers operating in conflict-sens... ...more
Middle East ,By Clare Tabor, TFCN Global Desk
November 09, 2026•2 min read
Bianca Bustamante Ends Eurocup-3 Season with Progress Despite Race Incident
MONTMELO, Barcelona — Filipina racing driver Bianca Bustamante recorded her best qualifying performance of the season at the Eurocup-3 finale in Barcelona on Sunday, securing 18th position in qualifyi... ...more
Europe ,By: Sandra Sotelo Aboy TFCN Spain
November 09, 2026•1 min read
Pope Leo XIV Begins 12-Day Latin American Journey, Returns to Peru
VATICAN CITY — Pope Leo XIV departed Rome on Friday, 6 November, for a 12-day apostolic journey to Uruguay, Argentina and Peru, marking his first visit to Latin America as pontiff. ...more
Europe ,TFCN Global Desk
November 06, 2026•3 min read
U.S., ASEAN Unveil Official Logo Ahead of 50th Anniversary of Relations
JAKARTA, Indonesia — The United States and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) unveiled the official logo commemorating the 50th anniversary of U.S.–ASEAN Relations on November 4, 2026 ... ...more
Asia Pacific ,By: Wendy Palomo, TFCN Indonesia
November 05, 2026•2 min read
From Adobo to Turon with Ube: Filipino Chef Shares Philippine Cuisine at Valencia Cooking Workshop
VALENCIA, Spain — Munich-based Filipino chef Shelley Balicante introduced Filipino dishes to participants at a hands-on cooking workshop held on October 18, 2026. ...more
Europe ,By Dennis Tanoc, TFCN Valencia
November 05, 2026•2 min read
Italian chef loses unfair dismissal case after refusing to serve pineapple pizza
BRISBANE, Australia — An Italian chef who was dismissed after refusing to prepare ham-and-pineapple pizzas has lost his unfair dismissal claim before Australia's workplace tribunal. ...more
Asia Pacific ,TFCN Global Desk
November 05, 2026•1 min read
Democrats seize control of US Congress in midterm elections, dealing major blow to Trump
WASHINGTON — Democrats have won control of both chambers of the US Congress in the November 3 midterm elections, delivering a sweeping political setback to President Donald Trump and the Republican Pa... ...more
USA ,TFCN Global Desk
November 05, 2026•3 min read
14 Filipino Seafarers Rescued After Drone Strike Sinks Ship, 1 Still Missing
MANILA – Fourteen Filipino seafarers who survived a drone attack on a Liberian-flagged container ship were due to return to the Philippines on Monday, 02 Nov. 2026. ...more
By Clare Tabor, TFCN Global Desk
November 04, 2026•2 min read
Sari Dalena’s Cinemartyrs Receives Special Mention at Asian Film Festival Barcelona 2026
BARCELONA, Spain — Filipino director Sari Raissa Lluch Dalena received a Special Mention from the Discoveries Section jury for her film Cinemartyrs at the 14th Asian Film Festival Barcelona (AFFBCN), ... ...more
By: Sandra Sotelo Aboy TFCN Spain
November 04, 2026•2 min read
Duterte at ICC: Last status conference discusses witnesses, evidences; 150 hours for prosecution to lay down case as trial starts Nov. 30
THE HAGUE, Netherlands — ICC judges and parties finalize trial preparations in Duterte's case, tackling witness management, evidence, scheduling and protective measures ahead of proceedings. ...more
By: Jofelle Tesorio, TFCN The Netherlands
November 03, 2026•5 min read
Bicol’s First Fully Electric Bus Fleet Launches on Naga–Legazpi Route
LEGAZPI CITY – Bicol’s public transport sector marked a milestone with the launch of a fully electric bus fleet at the Legazpi Grand Terminal. ...more
By Clare Tabor, TFCN Global Desk
November 02, 2026•2 min read
Philippines probes suspected theft of 68GB of migrant workers' data
MANILA – The Philippines has launched an investigation into a suspected "data breach" involving nearly 68GB of database backups linked to government systems serving overseas Filipino workers (OFWs). ...more
By Clare Tabor, TFCN Global Desk
October 30, 2026•1 min read
Met refers itself to watchdog over Thomas Markle letter as Philippine probe advances
LONDON — Met Police refers itself to watchdog over failure to share a 2019 letter alleging criminal activity by Thomas Markle, Meghan's estranged father, with other authorities. ...more
Philippines ,Europe &TFCN Global Desk
October 30, 2026•3 min read
SWS: More Filipinos disbelieve than believe accusations against Sara Duterte
MANILA — More Filipinos disbelieve than believe the four accusations in the impeachment trial against Vice-President Sara Duterte, according to SWS latest survey. ...more
Philippines ,TFCN Global Desk
October 29, 2026•4 min read
27 Filipinos injured in Spain bus crash; one remains in coma, passenger tells TFCN; Consulate visits hospitalised victims
BARCELONA, Spain — Twenty-seven Filipinos were injured when a bus plunged down an embankment. One Filipino reportedly remains in a coma, an injured passenger told TFCN. ...more
Philippines ,By: Maricel Burgonio, TFCN Italy &Europe
October 28, 2026•4 min read
Fil-Italian, Hinatulan ng Habambuhay na Pagkabilanggo sa Pagpatay sa Dating Kasintahan sa Rome, Italy
ROME, Italy—Hinatulan na ng habambuhay na pagkabilanggo ang 24-taong-gulang na Filipino-Italian na si Mark Anthony Samson mula Rome, Italy sa pagpatay sa dating kasintahan noong Marso 2025. ...more
By: Maricel Burgonio, TFCN Italy ,Europe
October 28, 2026•1 min read
Italian-Pinoy, nakilahok sa kilos-protesta sa Milan
MILAN, Italy—Naging viral ang photos ng Filipino-Italian na si SANTA DC, di tunay na pangalan, sa Filipino communities sa Italy sa kanyang partisipasyon sa isinagawang kilos-protesta ng mga kabataan s... ...more
By: Maricel Burgonio, TFCN Italy ,Europe
October 28, 2026•3 min read
Seven Filipino films featured at Asian Film Festival Barcelona 2026
BARCELONA, Spain — Seven Filipino films are featured in this year's Asian Film Festival Barcelona (AFFBCN), which opened its 14th edition on October 22 at CaixaForum Barcelona. ...more
Europe
October 26, 2026•2 min read
Mga Ralyista, Bigong Makapagmartsa matapos ang Demonstrasyon
TURIN, Italy - Mapayapang naglakad sa lugar ng protesta ang mga estudyante at iba pang katandaan sa Piazza Castello sa Turin, Italy. ...more
By: Maricel Burgonio, TFCN Italy
October 26, 2026•2 min read
Macron: "Illegitimate protests bawal na!"
PARIS, France — Ipagbabawal na sa France ang mga "illegitimate" na protesta o demonstrations kasunod ng malawakang pinsala at gulong idinulot ng mga nagdaang protesta sa ilang bahagi ng bansa, partiku... ...more
By: Cory De Jesus, TFCN Paris
October 23, 2026•2 min read
Vanura Homehealth Services Celebrates 25 Years of Care with Silver Legacy Gala in Claremont
CLAREMONT, California — Vanura Homehealth Services, a premier home healthcare agency owned and operated by Filipino-American couple Alan De Leon and Amabel Nugpo-De Leon, marked a major milestone by c... ...more
By: Donnabelle Gatdula-Arevalo, TFCN North America
October 23, 2026•4 min read
Dubai Visa Promises Turn Into Debt Trap For Nearly 400 OFWs
DUBAI — Nearly 400 Filipino workers are believed to have been affected by an alleged visa scheme that left some without promised residency documents and facing mounting overstay fines. ...more
By Clare Tabor, TFCN Global Desk
October 22, 2026•3 min read
Filipino ‘Killed’ by Falling Drone Debris at Saudi Oilfield
RIYADH — A Filipino worker was among two foreign nationals killed in Saudi Arabia on Wednesday, according to the kingdom’s Energy Ministry. ...more
By Clare Tabor, TFCN Global Desk
October 22, 2026•2 min read
Another Student Protest Set in Turin, Italy on Saturday, 24 October
TURIN, Italy — The student protesters will take to the streets of Turin again this weekend, 24 October. ...more
By: Maricel Burgonio, TFCN Italy
October 22, 2026•2 min read
AcapElles harmonize cultures with four Filipinas in Paris
PARIS, France — Their angelic voices filled the air captivating the audience, leaving everyone in awe. ...more
By: Cory De Jesus, TFCN Paris
October 21, 2026•2 min read
Italy Criminalizes Violent Participation in Demonstrations
MILAN, Italy — The Council of Ministers in Italy has created new measures to prevent and combat violence in demonstrations after the recent riots in Milan and other cities in Northern Italy during the... ...more
By: Maricel Burgonio, TFCN Italy
October 21, 2026•2 min read
Filipino Shooter Josh “Jumong” Garcia Wins the 2026 IPSC South Pacific Handgun Championship in Papua New Guinea
Filipino shooter Josh “Jumong” Garcia of Team Catz Philippines clinches the Standard Division Championship at the 2026 IPSC South Pacific Handgun Championship in Papua New Guinea. ...more
By: Donnabelle Gatdula-Arevalo, TFCN North America
October 19, 2026•1 min read
The Global Filipino Magazine Features US-Based Filipino Professional Dr. Hajjie Alejandro
Los Angeles, California — US-based Filipino professional Dr. Rogelio “Hajjie” M. Alejandro Jr. was featured in The Global Filipino Magazine in an article examining how his parents’ values shaped his c... ...more
By: Donnabelle Gatdula-Arevalo, TFCN North America
October 19, 2026•1 min read
Alvin Argana: A Rising Name in Belgium’s Photography Scene
BRUSSELS, Belgium — For couples preparing to say “I do,” planning a wedding involves much more than choosing the perfect dress or finding a beautiful venue. ...more
By: Raquel Crisostomo, TFCN Brussels
October 16, 2026•2 min read
Peso hits record low of ₱63.15 against US dollar, closes at ₱63.06
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine peso weakened to a record low of ₱63.15 against the US dollar during intraday trading on October 15, 2026, before closing at ₱63.06, breaching the ₱63-per-dollar l... ...more
Philippines
October 16, 2026•1 min read
Vatican reports positive recovery for Pope Leo XIV following lung cancer surgery
Rome — Medical teams at Gemelli University Hospital have reported that Pope Leo XIV is making a steady and normal recovery following a successful surgical procedure to remove a malignant tumor from hi... ...more
Europe ,TFCN Global Desk
October 16, 2026•1 min read
Prof. Cielo Magno Tatakbo sa Senado
THE HAGUE — Kakandidato bilang senador sa 2028 si University of the Philippines economics professor Cielo Magno o mas kilala sa social media bilang Prof. Cielo. ...more
Philippines ,By: Jofelle Tesorio, TFCN The Netherlands
October 16, 2026•3 min read
Fresh Houthi Strike Hits Riyadh Airport Following Deadly Weekend Attack
RIYADH — A fresh Houthi strike hit King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh on Sunday, resulting in one death and leaving 11 people wounded. ...more
TFCN Global Desk
October 12, 2026•1 min read
Sour: A Young Band Bringing Music and Filipino Heritage Together
BRUSSLES, Belgium — A young and diverse band called Sour is making music, building friendships and bringing together different cultural backgrounds at Université libre de Bruxelles (ULB). ...more
By: Raquel Crisostomo, TFCN Brussels
October 11, 2026•2 min read
12 Dead, Hundreds Wounded in Escalating Strikes on Riyadh Airport
RIYADH — At least 12 people have been killed and over 300 injured following a strike on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi aviation authorities confirmed on 11 October 2026. ...more
Philippines ,Middle East &TFCN Global Desk
October 11, 2026•2 min read
Fil-Am Designer Grace Brucal Showcase Sustainable Fashion in Milan
MILAN, Italy — Filipino-American designer Grace Brucal has showcased sustainable fashion in her collections at Milan Fashion Week. ...more
By: Maricel Burgonio, TFCN Italy ,Europe
October 10, 2026•2 min read
Filipino designers showcase their collections in Paris Fashion Week 2026
PARIS, France — It was extraordinary time of fashion, elegance, artistry and international glamour as international designers from Philippines, Japan and US came together at the Paris Fashion Week 202... ...more
By: Cory De Jesus, TFCN Paris
October 10, 2026•2 min read
Filipino Designer RC Caylan Breaks World Record for Largest Fashion Show Attendance
Michigan-based Filipino fashion designer RC Caylan has reached the largest attendance at a fashion show with 3,618 attendees, according to the Guinness Book of Record. ...more
Europe ,TFCN Global Desk &By: Maricel Burgonio
October 10, 2026•2 min read
Emirates steps up Filipino pilot recruitment as fleet expansion accelerates
MANILA – Emirates is ramping up recruitment of experienced Filipino pilots as the Dubai-based airline expands its fleet. ...more
By Clare Tabor, TFCN Global Desk
October 09, 2026•2 min read
ICC finds Duterte fit to stand trial; proceedings set to open Nov. 30
THE HAGUE — The International Criminal Court (ICC) has ruled that former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte is fit to stand trial, clearing the way for the opening of proceedings on Nov. 30, 2026. ...more
By: Jofelle Tesorio, TFCN The Netherlands
October 08, 2026•1 min read
Visa Scam Hits ‘Hundreds’ Of Filipinos In The UAE
Filipino expatriates in the UAE say they have lost thousands of dirhams after paying a Sharjah-based company for self-sponsored/freelance visas and related services that they allege were never deliver... ...more
By Clare Tabor, TFCN Global Desk
October 07, 2026•2 min read
Michael Cinco showcases collection at Paris Fashion Week 2026
PARIS, France – World- renowned luxury fashion designer Michael Cinco showcased his Spring/summer 2027 collection at the Paris Fashion Week 2026 held at the Hotel Marois last Oct. 4, 2026 in collabora... ...more
Europe ,By: Cory De Jesus, TFCN Paris
October 07, 2026•2 min read
A year after making history, Filipinos return to Madrid's Hispanidad parade with a bigger presence
MADRID, Spain — Filipino dancers filled Madrid's Gran Vía on Sunday, October 4, 2026, bringing the Philippines' colors, music and cultural tradition to the Spanish capital's biggest public stages for ... ...more
Europe ,Dulce Lada, TFCN Madrid
October 06, 2026•4 min read
From Harbin to Zurich: Philippine Curling Team’s Unlikely Journey Captivates Zurich Film Festival
ZURICH, Switzerland — They didn’t qualify for the Olympics. But their journey still took them to gold—and now, to the big screen in Zurich. ...more
Europe ,Floyd Bascones, TFCN Switzerland
October 06, 2026•2 min read
Filipino songwriter vies for the 2027 Grammy's
LOS ANGELES, California — Award-winning Filipino songwriter Elzar “Dodjie” Simon has officially thrown his hat into the most prestigious accolade in the global music industry, the Grammy's. ...more
By: Donnabelle Gatdula-Arevalo, TFCN North America
October 04, 2026•3 min read
Philippines' Alex Eala Named as TIME 100 Next 2026 List
NEW YORK, USA — Filipina tennis star Alexandra Eala is named in the TIME 100 Next 2026 List, featuring tennis icon Rafa Nadal in the interview about the WTA top 18 player. ...more
Philippines ,TFCN Global Desk &By: Maricel Burgonio
October 04, 2026•2 min read
Free Breast Cancer Screenings Hit Every UAE Emirate This October — Here’s Where to Get Checked
SHARJAH, UAE — Residents across the UAE can access free breast cancer screenings throughout October as the Pink Caravan campaign expands its annual awareness drive across all seven emirates. ...more
By Clare Tabor, TFCN Global Desk
October 04, 2026•2 min read
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