Malacañang has ordered the Department of Health (DOH) to coordinate with regional directors and hospitals to ensure the prompt processing of legitimate claims under the Medical Assistance to Indigent and Financially Incapacitated Patients (MAIFIP) program. Executive Secretary Ralph Recto said faster processing
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Bulacan Gov. Daniel Fernando called for immediate relief and stronger flood control measures for communities affected by recurring floods during a meeting with Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon and local leaders on
The Philippines’ current account deficit widened by 51.7 percent to $15.44 billion in the first
Julia Barretto and Bianca Umali expressed interest in working together again if the right project
Malacañang has ordered the Department of Health (DOH) to coordinate with regional directors and hospitals to ensure the prompt processing of legitimate claims under
Modern technology is helping the Philippines strengthen disaster preparedness, with the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) using artificial intelligence (AI) and other tools
The Philippines, as this year’s ASEAN chair, will host a high-level inclusive business forum on September 22 in Pasay City to promote greater MSME
Education Secretary Sonny Angara called for stronger cooperation among schools, local governments, and police to improve campus security following the fatal shooting at Banga
Around 6,000 volunteers joined the 41st International Coastal Cleanup at Baseco Beach in Tondo, Manila, collecting waste and debris washed ashore. The Department of
Bulacan Gov. Daniel Fernando called for immediate relief and stronger flood control measures for communities affected by recurring floods during a meeting with Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon and local leaders on September 18.
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Laguna First District Rep. Ann Matibag said her office is ready to
Cainta, Rizal Mayor Keith Nieto announced Saturday that he will take medical
Senator Robin Padilla reaffirmed that he will leave politics when his term
DILG Secretary Juanito Victor “Jonvic” Remulla will delay his scheduled trip to
The Philippines’ current account deficit widened by 51.7 percent to $15.44 billion in the first half of the year as higher import payments outpaced
The Philippines’ chicken meat imports are expected to rise by 14.7 percent to 780,000 metric tons in 2027, driven by higher demand from the
Toyota Motor Philippines Corp. (TMP) expects vehicle production to fall by nearly 6 percent this year to about 60,000 units amid weaker demand and
The Philippine Institute for Development Studies (PIDS) urged the government to pair any increase in excise taxes on (SSBs) with measures that improve Filipinos’
ABS-CBN Corp. is set to retrench around 200 employees, or 7 percent of its workforce, following a review of its operations amid challenges facing
The Ladies Philippine Golf Tour’s top players will face a strong Taiwan LPGA Tour field in the Kenda Tire Cup, which starts September 23 at the Taichung International Country Club in Taiwan. Seven of
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Filipino-American NBA star Jordan Clarkson said he wants to play for Gilas
Rain or Shine head coach Yeng Guiao has signed a two-year contract
Filipino boxer Mark Vicelles is determined to make the most of his
For the first time in a decade, Ateneo will have a coach
Julia Barretto and Bianca Umali expressed interest in working together again if the right project comes along following their first feature collaboration in “Always
Singer-songwriter Moira Dela Torre has spoken publicly about the showbiz fallout that began after she unfollowed several celebrities and reportedly parted ways with Cornerstone
BTS member Jin has joined Spotify’s Billions Club after his solo single “Don’t Say You Love Me” surpassed 1 billion streams. The song reached
Rizza Dizon said she would support her daughter Ryzza Mae Dizon if she decides to start dating. The mother said she hopes her daughter’s
Celebrity makeup artist and talent manager Bambbi Fuentes is making her film debut as a producer with “Mantsa,” a psychological thriller and family drama
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More than 500,000 government workers and pensioners have received loan amortization refunds under the Government Service Insurance System Balik Ginhawa program, with a total of about P7.3 billion credited as of April 20. GSIS President and General Manager
The Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) has entered a multi-year partnership with The Walt Disney Company to enhance customer banking experiences through lifestyle and entertainment-driven offerings in the Philippines. The collaboration will integrate Disney’s regional businesses, including
Yasmine Vargas, wife of councilor Alfred Vargas, has filed 20 counts of cyber libel against individuals accused of spreading fake news and false social media posts targeting their family. She said the legal action was taken to protect
Filipina tennis star Alex Eala made a stylish appearance at the 2026 Laureus World Sports Awards in Madrid, Spain, wearing an elegant white Filipiniana dress that drew attention from fans and organizers. The Women’s Tennis Association shared photos
Australia, Canada, and the United States conducted joint naval operations in the South China Sea from April 12 to 18, reinforcing their commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific. The drills involved coordinated maneuvers, helicopter operations, and personnel
Malacañang Palace has urged government agencies and local governments to assist farm produce truckers in availing lower toll and port fees to speed up food distribution and reduce costs. Executive Secretary Ralph Recto said the measures, ordered by
The United States and Iran warned of renewed conflict as a fragile ceasefire neared its expiration, amid uncertainty over planned talks in Pakistan on ending the wider Middle East war. Both sides traded accusations of truce violations, with
Satellite data from the Philippine Space Agency showed that about 28.6 hectares or 71.5% of the Navotas sanitary landfill have been burned, with the fire now covering an area larger than Quezon Memorial Circle. Air quality in parts
Former Speaker Martin Romualdez has denied allegations linking him to a flood control scam and supposed misuse of the national budget, saying he will not allow himself to be made a scapegoat and has fully cooperated with investigators.