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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Business tycoon Manuel V. Pangilinan has pledged support for Ramon Ang’s flood control initiatives in Metro Manila following a recent meeting. The two executives agreed to coordinate efforts with Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon in a public-private partnership
Janella Salvador clarified that she is not involved in the breakup between actress Klea Pineda and content creator Katrice Kierulf, denying rumors of any third-party role. The two actresses addressed questions from the media during the launch of
Riza Pasuit and Ronald Chavez Jr. secured wins to advance to the Round of 16 in their weight classes at the World Boxing Championships in Liverpool on September 6. Pasuit dominated Pagad Alnaimi of Saudi Arabia with a
The Philippine embassy in Sweden signed a Donation Agreement with Stockholm University to support its Philippine Studies Program. The agreement was formalized on September 2 at the university’s Frescati Campus, led by Ambassador Patrick Chuasoto and Associate Professor
The Department of Education (DepEd) released new guidelines on overtime pay for teachers as part of the 2025 National Teachers’ Month celebration. Education Secretary Sonny Angara said the move aligns with President Marcos’ directive to ensure fair compensation
Senator Panfilo Lacson identified DPWH Undersecretary Maria Catalina Cabral as the official who contacted Senator Vicente Sotto III after the May 2025 elections to solicit budget insertions for the 2026 national budget. Sotto confirmed he received the offer
About 25,000 Filipino workers have registered for the Pag-IBIG Fund’s Expanded Pambansang Pabahay para sa Pilipino (4PH) Program since the launch of its online registration system three months ago. The program offers affordable house-and-lot units and condominiums in
The City of Manila recently held a meeting with pet shop owners from Arranque Market and city officials to strengthen animal welfare standards and ensure compliance with local and national regulations. Veterinary experts provided consultations to promote responsible
Cavite Rep. Francis “Kiko” Barzaga has called for the decriminalization of abortion, specifically for rape victims. In a Facebook post on September 6, Barzaga expressed sympathy for those whose futures are affected by pregnancies caused by sexual assault.
