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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Leila de Lima has filed House Bill 8718, or the Campus Press Freedom Act, aimed at strengthening the rights of student journalists. She said the existing Campus Journalism Act (Republic Act 7079) has major flaws, including the non-mandatory
The government has tapped natural gas, oil, and coal-fired power plants after outages from major generators triggered a yellow alert in the Luzon grid. Sharon Garin ordered generation companies, including a joint venture of San Miguel Global Power,
The Department of Health has awarded Quezon City the 2025 Healthy Communities Award in recognition of its health programs and initiatives that improve the quality of life of residents. Based on evaluation and onsite validation, Quezon City received
Parts of Metro Manila recorded “very unhealthy” to “acutely unhealthy” air quality after a fire at the Navotas Sanitary Landfill, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources said. Valenzuela and Marikina logged the worst levels, while several other
The Department of Agriculture has secured a temporary toll fee waiver for accredited trucks transporting agricultural goods to help lower logistics costs and stabilize food prices. The exemption, effective April 20 for one month, was coordinated with the
K-pop star Jennie of BLACKPINK has been named by TIME to its 2026 TIME100 list of the world’s most influential people. She is included in the Artists category alongside figures from music, film, and entertainment. Her agency Odd
Bol Bol powered the TNT Tropang 5G to a 97-92 win over the Titan Ultra Giant Risers in the PBA Commissioner’s Cup on Saturday with a dominant 50-point performance. He shot 21-of-34 from the field while adding 17
The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation and the Philippine College of Surgeons signed a Memorandum of Agreement on April 17, 2026, to improve access to quality surgical care in the Philippines. Under the deal, both groups will develop surgical
The Department of Social Welfare and Development clarified that public utility vehicle (PUV) drivers do not need a Commission on Elections certification to receive cash relief assistance. It said only a valid driver’s license is required to access