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
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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
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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A House committee approved House Bill No. 481, which mandates barangays to create a registry of skilled workers. Authored by Rep. Roman Romulo, the bill aims to complement existing employment lists by bringing the registry closer to communities,
The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) has ordered local government units (LGUs) to fast-track permits for telecommunications infrastructure to support the country’s digital transformation under President Marcos Jr.’s vision. The directive enforces streamlined processes under
The Senate approved the transfer of former Public Works district engineer Brice Hernandez from the PNP Custodial Center in Quezon City to Pasay City Jail, while keeping him under Senate custody. Hernandez was initially detained in the Senate
Ako Bicol Rep. Zaldy Co expressed surprise and dismay after Baguio Mayor Benjamin Magalong linked him to controversial flood control projects without citing specific wrongdoing. Co strongly denied any involvement and said he will respond formally once the
President Marcos affirmed that respect for the Philippines’ sovereignty is non-negotiable, highlighting the strong alliance with the United States as key to maintaining regional peace and security. Speaking at the Manila Strategy Forum, he praised the 1951 Mutual
The Senate Finance Committee swiftly approved the Office of the President’s proposed P27.36-billion budget for 2026, which includes funding for hosting the ASEAN Summit. Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin thanked the Senate for maintaining the tradition of timely budget
Navotas City Rep. Toby Tiangco has called for a complete overhaul of the House leadership amid allegations of lawmakers, including Speaker Martin Romualdez, being involved in flood control project kickbacks. Tiangco suggested that the speakership should go to
Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon has requested the Department of Justice to issue immigration lookout bulletins (ILBOs) for his predecessor, Manuel Bonoan, Bonoan’s daughter, Fatima Gay dela Cruz, Candaba Mayor Rene Maglanque, and his daughter, Macy Monique, as
Senate President Pro Tempore Panfilo Lacson accused public works officials and contractors of laundering kickbacks from ghost and substandard flood control projects by disguising them as casino winnings, a scheme he dubbed the “casino spree” of the so-called
