At least 52 barangays in Albay were affected by thick ashfall after Mayon Volcano erupted on Saturday, according to the Office of Civil Defense. Around 30,500 families were impacted, including 1,400 residents who were evacuated, as authorities distributed relief goods and face
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Sen. Pia Cayetano backed the Commission on Higher Education’s (CHED) call for higher education institutions (HEIs) to defer planned tuition increases amid rising living costs driven by global oil price pressures. She
Food prices may rise further as reduced cargo trips by local shippers tighten supply amid
“Pinoy Big Brother Celebrity Collab Edition” housemate Ralph de Leon drew online attention after a
At least 52 barangays in Albay were affected by thick ashfall after Mayon Volcano erupted on Saturday, according to the Office of Civil Defense.
The Philippine Army and the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) conducted their first combined live-fire drills during Exercise “Salaknib” at Colonel Ernesto Rabina Air
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has allocated an initial P368 million for the concreting of a 5.6-kilometer road linking the Central
AFP Chief of Staff Gen. Romeo Brawner Jr. visited troops in Negros Occidental on May 2 and urged them to sustain gains from recent
The National Union of Journalists of the Philippines (NUJP) said on World Press Freedom Day that red-tagging and harassment of media workers continue, criticizing
Sen. Pia Cayetano backed the Commission on Higher Education’s (CHED) call for higher education institutions (HEIs) to defer planned tuition increases amid rising living costs driven by global oil price pressures. She urged schools
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Former Senate President Koko Pimentel III advised senators who may serve as
House Majority Leader Sandro Marcos is urging his colleagues to expedite the
The International Criminal Court (ICC) Trial Chamber III has ordered a fresh
Senate Blue Ribbon Committee chair Sen. Panfilo Lacson said efforts to suppress
Food prices may rise further as reduced cargo trips by local shippers tighten supply amid higher fuel and logistics costs. Data from the Philippine
Nestlé Philippines is strengthening its shift toward lower-emission operations by integrating biomass energy into its manufacturing processes as part of its net-zero commitment. The
The Bureau of Internal Revenue now requires online sellers to display registration certificates and a new registration seal badge on their platforms to help
Jollibee, the flagship brand of Jollibee Foods Corp., has been named the No. 1 chicken quick-service restaurant (QSR) in Southeast Asia by Euromonitor International.
The European Union expects higher investment flows to the Philippines once a free trade agreement (FTA) is completed, according to EU officials. EU Delegation
Angeline Colonia won two silver medals in the women’s 48kg division of the 2026 IWF World Junior Championships in Ismailia, Egypt, after lifting a total of 177kg. The 19-year-old Filipina placed second overall behind
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Team Pilipinas Enciende of Saint Pedro Poveda College achieved a major victory
The 6th Asian Beach Games concluded in Sanya, China, with a grand
Seoul Cycling Team topped Stage Two of the MPTC Tour of Luzon
Former world title challenger Giemel Magramo made weight after a second attempt
“Pinoy Big Brother Celebrity Collab Edition” housemate Ralph de Leon drew online attention after a technical glitch during his hosting stint at the Miss
Host-comedian Vice Ganda called on Naga City Mayor and former Vice President Leni Robredo to reconsider her decision not to run in the 2028
Spotify introduced a new “Verified by Spotify” badge to help listeners distinguish human musicians from AI-generated music as synthetic tracks continue to grow on
P-pop girl group BINI received the Billboard Philippines Global Force honor at the 2026 Billboard Women in Music Awards in Los Angeles, becoming the
Actress Kaila Estrada has sparked renewed dating rumors with actor Daniel Padilla after attending his 31st birthday celebration with family and friends. Photos from
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PhilHealth confirmed that the 21 essential medicines under the YAKAP program remain available this year at accredited primary care facilities nationwide. Members can access these medicines at their chosen YAKAP clinics while PhilHealth works to improve benefits under
The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) will step up operations against illegal public transport terminals, deploying “mystery passengers” to monitor compliance. The agency noted that these terminals are often unsafe, substandard, and lack proper facilities for
The Department of National Defense condemned China’s criticisms of Filipino uniformed personnel, including PCG WPS spokesperson Commodore Jay Tarriela, and warned Beijing to stop its provocations. The DND rejected claims by Chinese officials that Filipino service members make
Three gunmen were killed by police and soldiers after ambushing Shariff Aguak Mayor Akmad Ampatuan Sr. on January 25, wounding two of his bodyguards. The attackers first fired a B40 anti-tank rocket and rifles at the mayor’s convoy
Manila 3rd District Rep. Joel Chua criticized what he called a “trial by headline” over allegations of anomalies in flood control projects, emphasizing that claims should be supported by evidence. Chua, chairman of the House Committee on Good
The House of Representatives resumes session today to focus on passing the 36 remaining priority bills under President Marcos’ LEDAC agenda. House Majority Leader Sandro Marcos emphasized a faster, disciplined pace to deliver reforms that directly impact food,
Presidential Communications Undersecretary Claire Castro urged Sen. Imee Marcos on Sunday not to make light of President Marcos’ health. The warning came after the senator posted a video claiming the President fell ill because no one at Malacañang
The Quezon City government has launched the Manuel L. Quezon Filipino Language and Literature Scholarship Program to promote the study and preservation of the Filipino language. The initiative, enacted under Ordinance No. SP-3458 supports college and postgraduate students,
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) pledged to fast-track the release of container vans and balikbayan boxes at the Manila International Container Port following inspections led by Commissioner Ariel Nepomuceno. The agency suspended the privileges of 11 deconsolidators who