Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte has been awarded the Hans T. Sy Leadership Award by Autism Society Philippines in recognition of her efforts to promote an inclusive community for individuals on the autism spectrum. The organization cited her programs such as the
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More than 9.12 million metric tons of silt, waste, and debris have been removed from major Philippine waterways since 2020 under San Miguel Corporation’s Better Rivers PH program. The latest cleanup under
Jollibee, the flagship brand of Jollibee Foods Corp., has been named the No. 1 chicken
P-pop girl group BINI received the Billboard Philippines Global Force honor at the 2026 Billboard
More than 9.12 million metric tons of silt, waste, and debris have been removed from major Philippine waterways since 2020 under San Miguel Corporation’s
The Philippines and Singapore signed a landmark implementation agreement on carbon credits under the Paris Agreement, formalized during ASEAN Climate Week in Manila. The
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. led the inauguration of the P1.21-billion Hibulangan Reservoir Irrigation Project in Leyte, which will provide reliable irrigation to about 2,750
The Atin Ito civil society coalition is set to carry out its fourth civilian-led mission to Pag-asa Island in the West Philippine Sea, delivering
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and former Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Fumio reaffirmed the Philippines and Japan’s cooperation on energy transition and resilience amid ongoing
Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte has been awarded the Hans T. Sy Leadership Award by Autism Society Philippines in recognition of her efforts to promote an inclusive community for individuals on the autism spectrum.
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Vice President Sara Duterte’s legal counsel said the House committee on justice
A Department of Health undersecretary is facing a graft complaint before the
The Marcos administration said it needs about P155 billion to fund the
House Deputy Speaker Albee Benitez said there is no increase in lawmakers’
Jollibee, the flagship brand of Jollibee Foods Corp., has been named the No. 1 chicken quick-service restaurant (QSR) in Southeast Asia by Euromonitor International.
The European Union expects higher investment flows to the Philippines once a free trade agreement (FTA) is completed, according to EU officials. EU Delegation
The partnership between the Philippine National Police Anti-Cybercrime Group and GCash has been strengthened with the appointment of GCash Chief Information Security Officer Miguel
The Department of Energy announced a major fuel price rollback, with diesel and kerosene dropping by nearly P13 and P15.71 per liter, respectively, while
Meralco clarified that the “additional” charges appearing on electricity bills are not company-imposed fees but government-mandated “pass-through” costs that are collected and remitted to
Seoul Cycling Team topped Stage Two of the MPTC Tour of Luzon Team Time Trial in New Clark City, completing the 43.4km course in 56:35 despite intense heat. However, Excellent Noodles secured the overall
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Former world title challenger Giemel Magramo made weight after a second attempt
The Philippine Sports Commission has awarded incentives to 96 athletes and 52
The Gilas Pilipinas 3×3 men’s team fell to Iran, 14-21, but still
Team Philippines continued its strong campaign in the 6th Asian Beach Games,
P-pop girl group BINI received the Billboard Philippines Global Force honor at the 2026 Billboard Women in Music Awards in Los Angeles, becoming the
Actress Kaila Estrada has sparked renewed dating rumors with actor Daniel Padilla after attending his 31st birthday celebration with family and friends. Photos from
Seasoned actress Ai-Ai delas Alas stars in the inspirational drama “My Bespren Emman” on TV5, where she plays Sister Rebecca, a nun with a
Filipino singer Matty Juniosa advanced to the finals of Britain’s Got Talent after earning a second Golden Buzzer during the semifinals for his performance
Actress Bea Alonzo has remained silent amid ongoing speculation about a possible wedding with businessman Vincent Co, following reports and a marriage bann posted
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Senate Deputy Majority Leader JV Ejercito has filed Senate Bill No. 2044, or the “Philippine Midwifery Empowerment Act,” which seeks to professionalize the country’s midwifery workforce. The measure aims to end long-standing casual and job-order arrangements by creating
The Manila Regional Trial Court Branch 30 has allowed former Negros Oriental Rep. Arnolfo Teves Jr. and two co-accused to post bail for their temporary liberty in connection with the 2019 murder of Pacito Libron. The court set
Former lawmaker and businessman Zaldy Co was arrested in Prague, Czech Republic, after allegedly entering the country without proper documents, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. announced on April 16. Co is currently under the custody of Czech authorities after
The Quezon City government convened the Philippines’ first Urban Heat and Drought Summit to address the worsening effects of extreme heat, with heat indices reaching up to 46°C in recent years. Officials said the rising temperatures are already
The Philippines is set to receive 22,000 metric tons of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) between the second and third week of May, the Department of Energy (DOE) said. Energy officials said the Philippine National Oil Company (PNOC) recently
Actress Kathryn Bernardo visited Bhutan, the country where she filmed scenes for the 2012–2013 series “Princess and I,” during a recent birthday trip that also included Thailand. She shared clips of her travels on social media, set to
Boxing coach Freddie Roach reunited with Manny Pacquiao during a surprise visit to the Wild Card Boxing Club in the United States, which Roach shared on social media. Roach posted photos and a message expressing joy over seeing
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. launched the “Biyayang Bigas” program in Manila on April 16, reiterating his goal of eliminating hunger in the Philippines by the end of his term. The initiative is part of the government’s food security
The Department of Education (DepEd) is planning to install solar panels in public school rooftops by 2027 as part of efforts to conserve energy amid a national energy emergency, Secretary Sonny Angara said. He said the proposal is