Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte has signed an ordinance institutionalizing the QC Textile and Circularity Program to strengthen the city’s circular economy and sustainability efforts. Belmonte said the “Textile Sustainability and Circularity Ordinance” aims to prevent textile waste from ending up in
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The Marcos administration has allocated an additional P5 billion to expand public WiFi hotspots in public schools, nd state universities, and colleges nationwide. The funding, included in the 2026 General Appropriations Act,
Fuel prices in the Philippines continue to climb at the start of February, with diesel
Bad Bunny won Album of the Year at the 2026 Grammys for “Debí Tirar Más
The Marcos administration has allocated an additional P5 billion to expand public WiFi hotspots in public schools, nd state universities, and colleges nationwide. The
Two new impeachment complaints were filed with the House of Representatives against Vice President Sara Duterte, a day after the Supreme Court ruling effectively
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. led an interagency meeting to discuss preparations for the Philippines’ hosting of the 2026 ASEAN Summit. Government agencies presented priority
Rare earths, essential to products such as electric vehicles, wind turbines, hard drives, and missiles,s are abundant in waters near Japan’s Minami Torishima island.
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.
Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte has signed an ordinance institutionalizing the QC Textile and Circularity Program to strengthen the city’s circular economy and sustainability efforts. Belmonte said the “Textile Sustainability and Circularity Ordinance” aims
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Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla said he will challenge the House of Representatives
Sen. Panfilo Lacson dismissed alleged threats to the Senate leadership, likening them
Sen. Joseph Victor Ejercito has filed a resolution seeking an inquiry into
San Juan City has secured approval for a second 34-story vertical housing
Fuel prices in the Philippines continue to climb at the start of February, with diesel rising for the sixth consecutive time and gasoline extending
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
The San Miguel Beermen captured their eighth PBA Philippine Cup crown and 12th overall, defeating TNT 4-2 in the Season 50 finals. Veterans Chris Ross, June Mar Fajardo, and Marcio Lassiter led the charge,
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The San Miguel Beermen successfully defended their PBA Philippine Cup title with
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
Bad Bunny won Album of the Year at the 2026 Grammys for “Debí Tirar Más Fotos,” marking the first time a Spanish-language album has
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
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The Senate is considering a 15 to 20 percent budget cut across government agencies following allegations of overpriced and “ghost” infrastructure projects linked to the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH). Senate President Vicente Sotto III and
The House of Representatives cut the Office of the Vice President’s proposed 2026 budget from P889.2 million to P733.2 million, matching the 2025 allocation, citing Vice President Sara Duterte’s repeated absence from budget hearings. Deputy Minority Leader Leila
A group of Filipino-American leaders has urged President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to allocate part of the recent U.S. humanitarian funds to support around 50,000 Filipino Amerasians, children of American military personnel left behind after U.S. bases closed in
The Department of Agriculture (DA) is prepared to take over the construction of farm-to-market roads (FMRs) after investigations revealed overpriced and nonexistent projects under the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH). Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel expressed
“Eyes Closed,” a duet by BLACKPINK’s Jisoo and former One Direction star Zayn Malik, was released on October 10. The song blends tender lyrics with a mix of warm keys, acoustic guitar, and bass synth, building to a
Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James will miss the team’s NBA season opener due to right-side sciatica, the team announced. The 40-year-old was sidelined for the first two preseason games because of nerve irritation in his glute and
Ateneo de Manila University ranked highest among Philippine universities in the latest Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings, placing in the 1,001-1,200 bracket. The University of the Philippines followed in the 1,201-1,500 bracket. Ateneo scored well in
The Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC) secured its sixth freeze order from the Court of Appeals, covering 39 bank accounts, insurance policies, and 59 real estate properties linked to alleged corruption in government flood control projects. The assets, valued
The Free Legal Assistance Group (FLAG) launched its anniversary book, “Frontliners for Human Rights,” chronicling 50 years of legal battles for justice in over 9,000 cases. The book honors the courage of lawyers and volunteers while calling on
