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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President Marcos urged newly promoted AFP generals and flag officers to lead with integrity and protect public resources during their oath-taking at Malacañang. He emphasized that the military’s role extends beyond national defense to being faithful stewards of
The Las Piñas City government will conduct its annual Operation Timbang Plus to monitor the health and nutrition of children up to four years old. Mayor April Aguilar emphasized that the program assesses weight, height, and overall health,
Philippine Foreign Affairs Secretary Ma. Theresa Lazaro met with Thai Foreign Affairs Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow on Jan. 5, marking one of the first ASEAN meetings since the Philippines assumed the 2026 chairship. They discussed the Philippines’ priorities for
Sen. Loren Legarda has voiced full support for the Joint Congressional Oversight Committee on Public Expenditures to ensure national funds are spent with transparency and accountability. She emphasized that the committee, established under the 2026 General Appropriations Act,
Lawmakers’ potential impeachment complaints against Vice President Sara Duterte would not be tied to the 2026 national budget, Bicol Saro party-list Rep. Terry Ridon said Wednesday. He clarified that any future reports would focus on alleged misuse of
The Bicol Regional Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (RDRRMC-EOC) has been placed on red alert amid rising activity at Mayon Volcano, prompting full activation of all disaster response clusters. Evacuations are underway for residents within the 6-kilometer
Palawan’s Sangguniang Panlalawigan (SP) has formally opposed attempts to include the province in proposals seeking Mindanao independence before the United Nations Committee on Decolonization (UNCD). During a session on January 6, board members highlighted that historical and administrative
The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) has instructed government agencies to begin preparing their budget proposals for 2027, emphasizing value for money, performance metrics, and alignment with fiscal consolidation goals. The move comes after four consecutive months
Senator Imee Marcos criticized the 2026 national budget as the “sneakiest,” noting that President Marcos did not veto any programmed appropriations and that unprogrammed items (UA) were the only portions struck, leaving large pork allocations intact. She highlighted