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
MorePasig 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.
MoreA 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
MoreWorld 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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Malaysia formally handed over the ASEAN chairmanship to the Philippines on Tuesday, positioning Manila to lead the regional bloc in 2026 with the South China Sea disputes expected to top its agenda. During the symbolic turnover in Kuala
The Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) has issued new subpoenas to former congressman Zaldy Co, ordering him to appear on Nov. 11 and 12 for its probe into alleged anomalies in flood control projects. ICI spokesman Brian Hosaka
Marikina City has launched citywide cleanup and traffic preparations ahead of the cemetery rush, using the observance as a test of its trademark discipline and order. Mayor Maan Teodoro said the initiative aims to manage crowds while demonstrating
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has disqualified Tarlac City Mayor Susan Yap-Sulit for failing to meet the one-year residency requirement under the Local Government Code. In its Oct. 22 en banc ruling, the Comelec reversed an earlier decision
Seven members of the Bangsamoro Transition Authority (BTA) have filed Parliament Bill 403, which seeks to replace two Supreme Court-nullified districting laws essential for the conduct of the first BARMM parliamentary elections. The measure, now known as the
Quezon City has been inducted into the Hall of Fame of the Most Business-Friendly Local Government Unit (LGU) Awards after winning for the third consecutive year under the highly urbanized city category in Metro Manila. The recognition, conferred
Sen. Erwin Tulfo is facing a quo warranto petition before the Senate Electoral Tribunal (SET) questioning his eligibility to hold office due to alleged citizenship issues. The case, filed by disbarred lawyer Berteni Causing on July 15, 2025,
World leaders convened in Malaysia on Monday to discuss strategies for strengthening economic and trade ties amid renewed tensions over impending US tariffs. The meeting followed President Donald Trump’s early departure from the ASEAN summit, after he oversaw
Kapamilya star Kathryn Bernardo is set to be immortalized in wax at Madame Tussauds Hong Kong, becoming the youngest Filipino celebrity to receive the honor. Her wax figure will be permanently displayed at the same city where she
