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 national government will provide over P100 million in aid to help Masbate recover from Typhoon Opong, following President Ferdinand Marcos’s order to release funds through the Department of Budget and Management. During his visit to Masbate City,
Senator Mark Villar, his sister Sen. Camille Villar, and their mother, former senator Cynthia Villar, are under DOJ investigation for allegedly awarding P18.5 billion worth of government projects to a relative. DOJ Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla said the
The Sugar Regulatory Administration (SRA) projects an 8% decline in the country’s sugar production for crop year 2025-2026, estimating 1.92 million metric tons due to pest infestation and adverse weather. The red-stripe soft scale insect (RSSI), which has
Sparkle Artist Management denied a circulating news article claiming that Heart Evangelista lost endorsements from FitFlop and Tiger Balm amid a probe involving former Senate president Chiz Escudero. The talent agency labeled the report as “fake news” and
The Senate unanimously adopted a resolution commending the Philippine men’s volleyball team, Alas Pilipinas, for their historic 19th-place finish in the 2025 FIVB Men’s World Championship. Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano highlighted the team’s achievement as a
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) has deployed the BRP Teresa Magbanua, carrying 36 medical personnel and equipment, to Bogo City in Cebu following a magnitude 6.9 earthquake. The deployment supports President Marcos Jr.’s directive to boost humanitarian aid
Department of Health Secretary Ted Herbosa revealed that several health facilities in the Philippines remain unfinished despite full payment to contractors. Of the 600 health centers funded under the Health Facilities Enhancement Program (HFEP), only 200 are operational,
Ukraine and the Philippines are working to revive a dormant parliamentary agreement following the first major Ukrainian delegation visit to Manila. The delegation met with Philippine lawmakers to discuss renewing a 1990s memorandum of understanding and strengthening trade,
The Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) plans to summon former House Speaker Martin Romualdez, former Representative Elizaldy Co, and Senator Mark Villar in its investigation into alleged budget insertions and kickbacks in infrastructure projects. Villar is being investigated
