The government plans to spend P1.4 billion in the first quarter of 2026 to support economic recovery, Department of Finance Secretary Frederick Go said. The funds, considered primary spending, exclude payments for government liabilities and will be released in coordination with the
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Pasig City Rep. Roman Romulo highlighted two key takeaways from the final report of the Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM II), which was submitted to Congress and President Marcos on January
The government is exploring ways to lower domestic airfares after complaints that local flights are
Ai-Ai delas Alas said she still considers Kris Aquino a good friend despite their past
The government plans to spend P1.4 billion in the first quarter of 2026 to support economic recovery, Department of Finance Secretary Frederick Go said.
The 30th Panagbenga Festival opened in Baguio on February 1 with a vibrant Mardi Gras parade featuring school drum and lyre corps, under the
The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) called for greater vigilance against human trafficking, describing it as a serious and persistent threat in
Power supply across the Philippine grid improved in December 2025, with system-wide capacity rising to 20,233 MW while demand fell slightly to 13,440 MW,
Around 97.7 percent of barangays nationwide, or 38,523 in total, have complied with the Barangay Full Disclosure Policy (BFDP), the highest level ever recorded,
Pasig City Rep. Roman Romulo highlighted two key takeaways from the final report of the Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM II), which was submitted to Congress and President Marcos on January 23, 2026.
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A House committee has approved a bill directing TESDA to provide targeted
First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos met with Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan during a
A bill in the House of Representatives seeks to increase monthly cash
President Marcos has urged Filipinos to propose policies that could address the
The government is exploring ways to lower domestic airfares after complaints that local flights are often more expensive than international ones. The Department of
A University of the Philippines Los Baños (UPLB) study found that the strength and structural quality of three commercially important bamboo species in the
Jollibee Group’s South Korean coffee brand, Compose Coffee, has earned the highest customer satisfaction rating among Korea’s leading low-cost franchises, scoring 3.97 out of
The country’s agricultural output rose 2.6 percent in 2025 to nearly P1.8 trillion, marking the highest growth in five years, driven mainly by the
Britain’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) proposed allowing website publishers to opt out of having their content used in Google’s AI Overviews feature, aiming
The San Miguel Beermen successfully defended their PBA Philippine Cup title with a 92-77 win over TNT Tropang 5G in Game 6 at the Mall of Asia Arena, securing their third championship in four
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World No. 11 pole vaulter EJ Obiena finished fifth at the Perch’Xtrem
Lyceum of the Philippines University has named Jamike Jarin as its new
Alex Eala bowed out of the Philippine Women’s Open after losing to
TNT displayed resilience and dominated San Miguel Beer 110-87 in Game 4
Ai-Ai delas Alas said she still considers Kris Aquino a good friend despite their past falling out. The comedienne revealed she tried to reach
David Licauco expressed deep respect for journalists, highlighting the dangers and sacrifices of their work, during an interview on GMA Network’s 24 Oras while
Miss Universe Philippines 2023 Michelle Dee filed a blotter report with Barangay Urdaneta in Makati City on January 18, accusing the driver of her
Barretto matriarch Inday Barretto, mother of actors Gretchen, Marjorie, and Claudine Barretto, has died at the age of 89. Known in showbiz as Mommy
K-pop group EXO is set to return to the Philippines for a two-night concert on July 4 and 5 at the SM Mall of
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The mayor of Bulusan, Wennie Rafallo-Romano, clarified that actress Heart Evangelista has no connection to the controversy sparked by Vice Ganda’s comments about Bagacay Elementary School in Sorsogon. Vice Ganda, during an October 24 episode of It’s Showtime,
The 3rd FIGH Artistic Gymnastics World Championships will be held from November 20-24 at the Manila Marriott Grand Ballroom in Pasay City, featuring two official mascots, “Bughaw” and “Lila,” representing men’s and women’s events, respectively. Gymnastics Association of
The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) announced it will suspend the number coding scheme on October 31 in observance of All Saints’ Day Eve. The suspension applies as the day is a special non-working holiday, a status automatically
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) announced it will hire additional officers ahead of the Christmas and New Year travel rush. BI Commissioner Joel Anthony Viado said the move aims to handle the expected surge in departures and international
The Philippine National Police (PNP) announced it will investigate violations of President Marcos Jr.’s price freeze order on basic goods until the end of the year. Acting Chief Lt. Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez said hoarding and overpricing will
The Philippine Conference on Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) kicked off on October 28 at the PICC in Pasay City, highlighting the role of women in community-driven peacebuilding. The three-day event, led by the Department of Budget and
The Makati City government will release P34 million in aid to provinces and municipalities affected by recent earthquakes and typhoons. Mayor Nancy Binay said the assistance aims to support disaster-hit communities as they rebuild their lives and infrastructure.
The Akbayan bloc in the House of Representatives filed four bills aimed at strengthening the rights and welfare of Indigenous Peoples (IPs) and other displaced or marginalized groups. The measures include the Bakwit Welfare Act to protect displaced
The Makabayan bloc in the House expressed dissatisfaction with the Independent Commission for Infrastructure’s (ICI) recommendation to charge several officials, including Senators Joel Villanueva and Jinggoy Estrada, over alleged corruption in flood control projects. While acknowledging the move
