Top Videos
Did you know the Philippine islands have a hidden meaning?
These are Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao.
Let’s start with Luzon. Its name comes from “lusong,” a wooden rice mortar tied to the island’s rice culture. Spanish records later called the locals “Luçon,” and over time, that became Luzon.
Moving on to Visayas—the name is believed to trace back to the Sri Vijaya Empire, a powerful kingdom in Southeast Asia. Some historians suggest that ‘Vijaya’ evolved into ‘Bisaya,’ which later became Visayas.
Finally, Mindanao. The name comes from the Maguindanao people. The word is a combination of “Magin,” meaning “people,” and “danaw,” meaning “lake.” So, Mindanao simply translates to “people of the lake.”
#philippines #pinoy #interesting #facts #interestingfacts #filipino #didyouknow #culture #history #philippinehistory #luzon #visayas #mindanao
Philippines, US, Japan Flex Power in Disputed WPS Waters
The Philippines, United States, and Japan conduct major naval drills in the West Philippine Sea, highlighting growing maritime cooperation. Warships, aircraft, and live fire exercises signal stronger defense ties amid rising regional tensions. The joint operations reflect deepening strategic alignment and a united front in contested waters.
#GlobalLens #WestPhilippineSea #SouthChinaSea #Philippines #USNavy #JapanNavy
Ever wondered what it’s like to leave everything behind and start fresh on a remote island? 🌴
In this video, she shares why she left the Netherlands for a simple life in the Philippines, trading the familiar for the mysterious charm of a Philippine island. From the challenges of adapting to a new culture to the joys of island life, discover why she says she’ll never go back.
My guest:
Yt: @SiquijorSiren
FB: https://www.facebook.com/share..../17iXgfvwdf/?mibexti
IG: https://www.instagram.com/jale....eesah?igsh=MWpnejg2M
► Daily advice and BTS on my Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calvin_castiel/
► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CalvinCastielPage
If you liked the video, and you want to see more interview videos like this, check out the most recent ones I did:
►Why he left everything to find love in the Philippines 😊❤️🇵🇭
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KzEpXLkV0cQ
► Why Siargao is the New Party Capital of the Philippines 🇵🇭
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=quoMEsUGBew
►Any inquiry about the studio please contact us below:
✔ IG: Manila.knxn
The Entire History of the Philippines - IN 1 HOUR
Consider supporting our work and Join this channel to get access to perks:
https://www.youtube.com/channe....l/UCuCuEKq1xuRA0dFQj
♦Consider supporting us on Patreon :
https://www.patreon.com/Knowledgia
♦Please consider to SUBSCRIBE: https://goo.gl/YJNqek
♦Our general knowledge channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MasteringKnowledge
♦Music by Epidemic Sound
♦Big Thank you to:
Николай Димитров, Tobias Tron, Mahmoud Shahin, Justin Bourke, Augustus Caesar, Chaim laser
Joshua Kerr, Slayer, John McKeon ,Michael Morale,Rory,Smithy3371,The Angry Celt, Paula Collins-Cook, Jonathon Dwigans
The Presidential Communications Office holds a press briefing today, February 27, 2026.
#GMAIntegratedNews #BreakingNews
Watch the latest news stories from GMA Network's trusted news programs on the GMA Play app.
Download now on Google Play and App Store.
Also available on GMANetwork.com/GMAPlay and Android TVs!
GMA Network promotes healthy debate and conversation online. Any abusive language that does not facilitate productive discourse will be blocked from this post.
For more updates, visit this link: https://www.youtube.com/playli....st?list=PLCpdvYcv59A
For live updates and highlights, click here: https://www.youtube.com/playli....st?list=PLCpdvYcv59A
Breaking news and stories from the Philippines and abroad:
GMA Integrated News Portal: http://www.gmanews.tv
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gmanews
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/gmanews
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gmanews
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/gmanews
Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/gmanews
GMA Network Kapuso programs on GMA Pinoy TV: https://gmapinoytv.com/subscribe
U.S. MARINE STABS FILIPINA WIFE 63 TIMES - Expat Mental Health Care In The Philippines
#mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #philippines2026 #ptsd
Are you mentally prepared to live as a expat in the Philippines? Mental Health is very important to Expats living in the Philippines when it comes to making mental decisions that could lead into a life and death situation.
The importance of spreading mental health awareness
Approximately one in five people in the US may be living with a mental health condition.
In addition, an estimated 41.7 million US adults received mental health treatment or counseling in 2021. Mental health challenges can be common worldwide, and access to mental health education, resources, and support may be crucial for combatting stigma and ensuring all individuals are aware of their rights and the resources available to them.
Mental health awareness quotes: Educating and inspiring action
Mental health awareness efforts, whether on an individual or widespread level, can bring education to a more extensive group of people, which may inspire others to take action to combat stereotypes, seek help when needed, value their mental health journeys, and stand up for others in their communities, sometimes through the power of mental health awareness quotes.
................................................................................................................
NOTE you can always share the link to this video. However if you want to download this video and share this video anywhere, you need permission! Please email me if you want this and we can talk about it!
.................................................................................................................
Follow us on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/PhillyinthePhilippines-
541971316171716/
Business Inquiry at :
PhillyinthePhilippines@gmail.com
................................................................................................................
Music:
https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/65gis7/
................................................................................................................
Edited with Cyber Link Power Director 18
..................................................................................................................
Living budget Philippines.
Life in the Philippines.
Retire in the Philippines.
Foreign Expat in the Philippines.
Saving Money in the Philippines.
Angeles City Philippines
About me : Retired American Expat Brian & Filipina wife Luisa, living in The Philippines.
Philippines CEBU AT NIGHT! Explore Local Nightlife, Markets + Street Food | Cebu City 2026
In this video, we explore Cebu City at night! We start along Colon Street, known as the oldest street in the Philippines, and walk through nearby streets to see what the city looks like during nighttime.
From there, we head to Carbon Market, the largest and busiest public market in Cebu, where locals shop for fresh produce, meat, seafood, and everyday goods. At night, the streets around the market are still active, with vendors and street food stalls everywhere.
Next, we visit Puso Village, a well known local spot for hanging rice wrapped in coconut leaves, grilled food, th famous Cebu lechon, and affordable street meals. It’s a simple place where many locals hangout and grab dinner.
We end the tour with a walk at some of Cebu City’s historic landmarks including Magellan’s Cross, one of the most famous symbols of Christianity in the Philippines.
This is Cebu City at night, real streets, real food, and everyday local life.
Filmed in downtown Cebu City, Philippines 🇵🇭
Video chapters:
00:00 Preview
01:33 Colon Street
05:26 Exploring downtown streets
20:30 Carbon Market
39:57 Puso Village Food Tour
58:12 Historic Landmarks Tour
Navigating the polite 'yield to others' culture in the US versus the assertive 'first come, first serve' and sometimes chaotic elevator etiquette in the Philippines. An amusing culture clash. #CultureShock #USAVSPH #Etiquette #Travel #Adaptation
The new Manila Airport built from a reclaimed land, part of the envisioned 12,000 hectares of aerotropolis that features residential zones, commercial districts, government centers, a seaport, and an industrial zone in Bulacan north of Manila.
This world class infrastructure will feature four parallel runways, a world-class terminal, and an infrastructure network such as expressways and railway line connections, comparable to the modern airport in the world. It's a symbol of modernization and progress for the Philippines. But what exactly makes this airport so special? Find out in this video!
The New Manila International Airport reclamation project is progressing, with land development reportedly at or near completion. Construction of the airport terminals is scheduled to begin in January 2026, with the goal of partial operations beginning in late 2028.
The first phase is scheduled to begin construction next year will include two runways, a modern terminal, and key facilities designed to serve up to 35 million passengers annually, and is expected to be completed by the end of 2028.
Manila’s 2nd airport is no joke. Just look at this June 2025 drone shot — what was once open water, some heavily silted parts and mangroves in Manila Bay is now a massive, levelled expanse getting its final land prep touches before tonnes of reinforcement steel bars and concrete are brought in.
Most of our contents relates to the Philippines Military Modernization, Armed Forces of the Philippines, US Military, EDCA Sites, Chinese presence in the South China Sea, West Philippine Sea and among others.
PLAYLIST:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0-ANywYoMncvIjs6u9m8drc2ef0erwG6&si=w1DrZgx-0TawKt5O
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0-ANywYoMneNyJ7bGz7r8EfZO6qQmJ_w&si=sayqpez1LYbUF7iH
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0-ANywYoMnfF8pIBIS80O0NW4lYgrYwR&si=TZ-oGlij5WHR7DCr
Join this channel to get access to perks:
https://www.youtube.com/channe....l/UCuCwi7OhBOCvHDKHU
Follow us on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/profi....le.php?id=1000638372
Partners in the Philippines:
https://www.youtube.com/c/InfoPHofficial
https://www.facebook.com/profi....le.php?id=1000637502
Please subscribe, like, comment, and share our videos to support this channel. One-click is a big help and highly appreciated.
#southchinasea #armedforcesofthephilippines #usarmy
The Evolution of Philippines ⏳🌍
#ancient #history #evolution #philippines #country
CHINA THREATENS PHILIPPINES - MILLIONS WILL LOSE JOBS - 40 MILITARY WARNINGS - WAR BY COERCION
China issued 40 military warnings to Philippine surveillance aircraft at Scarborough Shoal Friday, shadowed by Chinese fighter jet and naval helicopter. Three days later, China's embassy threatened Philippines: "downgrading relations would cost millions of jobs." Philippine Senate passed resolution condemning embassy intervention as "improper" violation of Vienna Convention. Some senators calling for EXPULSION of Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan. Philippine Coast Guard documented PLA warships and aircraft "aggressive interference" during surveillance mission 120 nautical miles from Luzon. China claims Scarborough under nine-dash line despite 2016 Hague tribunal ruling it lies within Philippine exclusive economic zone. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio backed Manila, rejecting China's "destabilizing" nature reserve claim. Latest confrontation comes after year-long diplomatic freeze, multiple water cannon attacks injuring Filipino sailors, and September 2025 incident where Chinese blast tore through Philippine vessel bridge. Philippine President Marcos strengthening US alliance, Japan signed defense agreements, Australia upgrading bases in Luzon. China combining economic threats with military intimidation - testing whether coercion works without triggering Mutual Defense Treaty. One deadly incident away from crisis.
Disclaimer: This video provides news coverage and analysis based on publicly available information for informational purposes only. Any opinions expressed are for analysis and do not promote harm, violence, or discrimination.
#ChinaPhilippines #ScarboroughShoal #EconomicWarfare #SouthChinaSea #MutualDefenseTreaty #40Warnings #AmbassadorExpulsion #BreakingNews
VERIFIED SOURCES:
Al Jazeera - Philippines Rebukes China Embassy (Feb 17, 2026) https://www.aljazeera.com/news..../2026/2/17/philippin
South China Morning Post - Leaked Letter Fault Lines (Feb 11, 2026) https://www.scmp.com/week-asia..../politics/article/33
Foreign Policy - Philippines Pushes Code of Conduct (Feb 4, 2026) https://foreignpolicy.com/2026..../02/04/philippines-s
SeafoodSource - China Philippines Tensions (Feb 10, 2026) https://www.seafoodsource.com/....news/supply-trade/ch
USNI News - Philippine Sailor Injured Water Cannon (Sep 16, 2025) https://news.usni.org/2025/09/....16/video-philippine-
International Crisis Group - South China Sea Latest (Jan 2026) https://www.crisisgroup.org/as....ia-pacific/south-eas
CFR Global Conflict Tracker - Territorial Disputes South China Sea https://www.cfr.org/global-con....flict-tracker/confli
At 65, James, a British retiree, retired to the Philippines and bought a three-bedroom house hoping to finally build the family he never had. Then he met Sarah, a 27-year-old Filipina nurse. They fell in love. Her family moved in after a typhoon. And for a while, I thought I'd found everything I'd been searching for until Sarah give him the undeniable news.
💔 WHAT THIS VIDEO COVERS:
- Why James chose the Philippines for retirement (and why I left the beach)
- Meeting and dating someone 38 years younger
- What happened when her family moved in after a typhoon
- The financial reality of supporting five people on a modest pension
- Filipino family culture and what foreigners need to understand
- The moment her mother revealed the truth about our relationship
- Why age gaps matter more than we want to admit
🏝️ ABOUT HIS RETIREMENT:
A British retiree living in Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental. Not wealthy—lives on a pension of £1,200/month (84,000 pesos). His life savings of £45,000 went into buying the house. This is not a story about a rich foreigner. This is about an ordinary retiree learning hard lessons about hope, boundaries, and cultural differences.
✈️ FOR OTHER RETIREES:
If you're considering the Philippines:
- Come for the country, not for a relationship
- Be brutally honest about age gap challenges
- Know your financial limits and stick to them
- Understand that Filipino families are interdependent
- Accept that retirement can be lonely anywhere
- Don't let hope override common sense
The Philippines is still an incredible place to retire. But it's not the fantasy many YouTube videos sell. This is the real version—the complications, the cultural differences, the hard lessons, and what many wish someone had told me before they came here.
💬 Have you dealt with similar situations? Age gap relationships? Filipino family dynamics? Share your story in the comments. Let's have honest conversations that help others make better decisions.
🔔 SUBSCRIBE for honest expat content about retirement in the Philippines—the real version, not the highlight reel.
#philippines #retireabroad #dumaguete #expatlife #philippinesretirement #agegaprelationship #filipinaculture #retirementreality #britishexpat #livinginphilippines #dumaguetecity #expatstories #retirementabroad #philippinesliving #filipinofamily #retireinasia #expatrelationships #PhilippinesExpat #retirementjourney #realexpatlife #philippinesculture #datingabroad #retirementlessons
BORACAY PHILIPPINES NOW 2026! 🇵🇭 Clark Airport to the No. 1 Island Beach Everyone’s Dying to See!
In this video, we’re traveling to Boracay Island from Clark International Airport in Pampanga! ✈️
Our journey starts at SM Clark in Angeles City, where we take a taxi to Clark International Airport. From there, we fly to Caticlan Airport, followed by a boat ride to Boracay Island, home of the most famous white sand beach in the Philippines.
This video is a complete DIY travel guide for anyone planning to visit Boracay in 2026, especially if you’re flying from Clark International Airport instead of Manila.
What you’ll see in this video:
• Step-by-step travel route from Clark to Boracay
• Taxi, flight, boat & island transfer experience
• Estimated fees and transportation costs
• What to expect when arriving in Boracay
• Helpful tips for a smooth DIY trip
Whether you’re a first-time visitor or planning a return trip, this video will help you prepare and budget for your Boracay adventure.
👉 Enjoy the tour!
If you love DIY travel and want more videos around the Philippines, don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and turn on notifications 🔔
📍 Route:
SM Clark → Clark International Airport → Caticlan Airport → Boracay Island
Video chapters:
00:00 Preview
02:00 SM City Clark
2:37 Taxi ride to Clark International Airport
05:43 Clark International Airport - Departures Area
15:24 Clark to Caticlan via Cebu Pacific
21:14 Caticlan Airport
25:09 Tricycle ride - Caticlan Airport to Jetty Port
28:53 Caticlan Jetty Port
31:45 Boat ride to Boracay island
32:50 Arrived in Boracay Island!
33:56 Multicab ride to Boracay Station 2
37:40 A walk around D’Mall & Station 2
Download your Nomad eSIM app today and the use code BALDANDBANKRUPT to get 22% off ANY data plan.
https://www.getnomad.app/shop?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=online&utm_campaign=baldandbankrupt
🇵🇭 Join me on a journey through the largest and most infamous slum in the Philippines: Happy Land
You can sign up to Revolut at: https://get.revolut.com/z4lF/lukedamant4, use your card once, and get AU$40. T&Cs, end date and min spend apply. Ad
I use Globie eSIM when I travel (20% off): https://globie.io/luke20
Receive daily emails from me: https://lukedamant.com/emails
Join my Patreon for early access to videos, extended cuts, exclusive content and more: https://www.patreon.com/cw/lukedamant
FOLLOW ME ❤️
► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lukedamant
► 2nd Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@LukeDamant2
► 3rd Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@lukedamant3
► Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lukedamant
► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LukeDamantt
► Email: lukedamantbusiness@gmail.com
► Website: https://www.lukedamant.com/
* TIMESTAMPS *
00:00 Intro
03:16 Buying Jerseys
07:31 Tondo
09:36 Basketball Challenge
16:27 Free Ice Cream
20:29 Exploring more of Tondo
24:29 Pool Challenge
31:45 Basketball Challenge pt2
37:47 Leaving Tondo
41:19 Drinks
45:35 Happyland
51:27 Jollibee
55:47 Exploring more of Happyland
1:00:45 Meeting fire victims
1:05:48 Outro
#lukedamant
Consider PDS & TMD at revolut.com/AU/. Revolut Payments Australia Pty Ltd (AFSL 517589).
In this 90-minute documentary, I share specific stories that prove why The Philippines is my absolute favorite country in the world. From the breathtaking beauty of its islands to the warm, inviting culture of its people -- this video is a love letter to a nation that has given me memories to last a lifetime. It's no surprise that I've been here over 75 times, and even married a beautiful Filipina!
If you're reading this A) Thank you because I'm not sure how many people read the description anymore and B) I'd love to use the comment section down below for you guys to recommend your favorite places/islands in the Philippines (or places you want to go) -- so everyone in this communi benefit! Love you all!
#philippines #travel
✅ Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to my channel by clicking here ➞ https://www.youtube.com/channe....l/UC0Ize0RLIbGdH5x4w
▶️ Watch my favorite videos ➞ https://www.youtube.com/playli....st?list=PLhiP3P44ul3
FIND ME ON:
► INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/drewbinsky/
► TIK TOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@drewbinsky
► FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/drewbinsky/
► YOUTUBE 2ND CHANNEL: https://rb.gy/a65sj
👨🏻🦰 WHO AM I?
I'm Drew Binsky and I have been to EVERY country in the world (197/197). I make documentaries about interesting people and cultures in faraway places. My ultimate goal is to inspire you to travel because I think it's the best education that you can get. And our planet is beautiful!
MOST POPULAR YOUTUBE VIDEOS:
► He Is The Ice Man: http://y2u.be/VF8dkjEdKNo
► Tallest Humans on Earth: http://y2u.be/u03kNQNclGY
► He Hasn't Slept Since 1962: http://y2u.be/EDx1JvPEtxs
► 3 Things You Can't Do in North Korea: http://y2u.be/mNsx0Nqryos
► Why is Everything Free in Pakistan?: http://y2u.be/CWeWxl7ruGE
🙏 GET IN TOUCH!
► Website: https://world.drewbinsky.com/
► Email: partnerships@drewbinsky.com
*Some of the links or other products that appear on this video are from companies which I earn an affiliate commission or referral bonus at no additional cost to you. All opinions are my own. The content in this video is accurate as of the posting date. Some of the offers mentioned may no longer be available.
In the Philippines, a massive corruption scandal is triggering street protests and putting pressure on the government of Ferdinand Marcos Jr.
The population’s increasing exposure to typhoons, floods and rising sea-levels has seen the government allocate $9.5bn of taxpayer funds to more than 9,800 flood-control projects in the last three years.
But recent audits reveal widespread cases of structures being grossly incomplete or non-existent.
Multiple government officials are accused of pocketing huge kickbacks, funding lavish lifestyles.
101 East investigates how the most vulnerable are being flooded by corruption in the Philippines.
Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe
Follow us on X : https://twitter.com/AJEnglish
Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera
Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/
Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/aljazeeraenglish/
Download AJE Mobile App: https://aje.io/AJEMobile
#aljazeera
#aljazeeraenglish
#aljazeeranewslive
#philippines #corruption #floods
TEAM BOOBAY VS TEAM TEKLA
Ngayong Biyernes, sasalang sa hulaan ng top survey answers ang mga hosts ng ‘TBATS ON THE GO’ na sina Boobay at Tekla. Ang kanilang masayang hulaan at kulitan, abangan sa ‘Family Feud,' 5:40 p.m. sa GMA! #FamilyFeudPhilippines #540NaFamilyFeudNa
Join the fun in SURVEY HULAAN! Watch the latest episodes of 'Family Feud Philippines' weekdays at 5:40 PM on GMA Network hosted by Kapuso Primetime King Dingdong Dantes.
To our Global Pinoys in the U.S., catch your favorite Pinoy shows from GMA Pinoy TV, GMA Life TV, and GMA News TV, now available on YouTube TV! Subscribe now for only $14.99 per month. Visit tv.youtube.com for more details.
For more Family Feud Full Episodes, click the link below:
https://www.youtube.com/playli....st?list=PLD0y529kR0Y
For more Family Feud Highlights, click the link below:
https://www.youtube.com/playli....st?list=PLD0y529kR0Y
For more Family Feud Shorts, click the link below:
https://www.youtube.com/playli....st?list=PLD0y529kR0Y
#FamilyFeudPH #GMANetwork #KapusoStream
Follow our social media accounts:
Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/FamilyFeudPH
TikTok
https://www.tiktok.com/@familyfeudph
Full Episode:
https://www.gmanetwork.com/ful....lepisodes/home/famil
My first day in the Philippines, eating the local street food in Manila for the very first time. #philippines #manila
