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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Quezon City will debut its revamped Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League team, now called the Black Bulls, this Friday at the Caloocan Sports Complex under new owner JC Tan and head coach Jayv Olea. The squad combines city homegrown
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said the Philippines will take advantage of the recent two-week ceasefire between the US, Israel, and Iran to increase fuel supply and protect Filipino seafarers passing through the Strait of Hormuz. He cautioned, however,
The Philippine Navy welcomed the Australian Navy warship HMAS Toowoomba in Manila on April 7 as part of efforts to strengthen defense ties between the two countries. The visit, led by Commander Alicia Harrison, included discussions on mutual
The Department of Foreign Affairs announced that new passport applicants may face delays of up to 15 working days due to disruptions in the electronic passport printing supply chain caused by the Middle East crisis. Applications submitted from
The Bureau of Immigration warned that foreign nationals in Siargao who violate immigration laws may face penalties, including deportation and blacklisting. The warning comes after reports of misconduct by some visitors, particularly Israeli nationals, who allegedly disrespected local
A Manila court has allowed detained witness Ramil Madriaga to testify at the House justice committee’s impeachment hearing on April 14, where he claims to have been Vice President Sara Duterte’s “bagman” for confidential funds. Madriaga, facing kidnapping-for-ransom
Senator Risa Hontiveros warned that rising fertilizer prices due to the Middle East conflict could cut farmers’ monthly income in Central Luzon to as low as P7,275, far below the regional minimum wage. She said higher input costs
Senator Bato dela Rosa was absent for 31 of 58 session days during the 20th Congress’s first regular session, making him the senator with the highest number of absences. He has not attended any Senate sessions since November
Senator Paolo Aquino IV urged the government to act immediately to protect the Philippines’ food security amid rising fuel costs and inflation. He stressed that higher fuel prices threaten not just transportation but also farmers, fisherfolk, and small