The Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA) reported that the Land Transportation Office (LTO) and Social Security System (SSS) were among the most complained-about government agencies as of March 2026, based on a total of 152 and 156 complaints, respectively. Most of the cases
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Executive Secretary Ralph Recto denied allegations of involvement in “ghost” public works projects, calling the claims made by Batangas Rep. Leandro Leviste “baseless.” He said all infrastructure projects he supported as a
The Philippine aviation industry recorded the fastest growth in Southeast Asia in April despite rising
Donny Pangilinan and Belle Mariano, known as DonBelle, became emotional as they bid farewell to
The Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA) reported that the Land Transportation Office (LTO) and Social Security System (SSS) were among the most complained-about government agencies
The Philippines and Japan formalized plans to strengthen defense cooperation during a ministerial meeting in Makati City, including discussions on the possible transfer of
The Department of Energy (DOE) supported proposals to suspend, reduce, or remove value-added tax on electricity as rising power bills and inflation increase pressure
Faculty members opposed the Commission on Higher Education’s (CHED) proposed overhaul of the college’s general education curriculum, saying it would significantly reduce humanities subjects
The Philippines said the upcoming Association of Southeast Asian Nations summit in Cebu will include discussions on the Middle East crisis and its impact
Executive Secretary Ralph Recto denied allegations of involvement in “ghost” public works projects, calling the claims made by Batangas Rep. Leandro Leviste “baseless.” He said all infrastructure projects he supported as a former legislator
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The House of Representatives approved on third and final reading a bill
Batangas 1st District Rep. Leandro Leviste claimed that he played a key
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) said there will be no extension for
A lawmaker said the claim of Vice President Sara Duterte’s camp that
The Philippine aviation industry recorded the fastest growth in Southeast Asia in April despite rising oil prices, according to aviation data analyst OAG. The
Inflation in the Philippines accelerated to 7.2% in April, its highest level in three years, driven largely by rising fuel and food prices linked
Food prices may rise further as reduced cargo trips by local shippers tighten supply amid higher fuel and logistics costs. Data from the Philippine
Nestlé Philippines is strengthening its shift toward lower-emission operations by integrating biomass energy into its manufacturing processes as part of its net-zero commitment. The
The Bureau of Internal Revenue now requires online sellers to display registration certificates and a new registration seal badge on their platforms to help
Kimbert “The Hunter” Alintozon earned a spot in Road to UFC Season 5 after Australian fighter Matty Iann withdrew due to injury, giving the Antipolo-based fighter a chance to pursue a UFC contract. The
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Filipina tennis star Alex Eala climbed to World No. 42 in the
Angeline Colonia won two silver medals in the women’s 48kg division of
Team Pilipinas Enciende of Saint Pedro Poveda College achieved a major victory
The 6th Asian Beach Games concluded in Sanya, China, with a grand
Donny Pangilinan and Belle Mariano, known as DonBelle, became emotional as they bid farewell to their onscreen partnership during the media launch of their
Filipina actress Lovi Poe has secured another international role as she joins “Game of Thrones” star Maisie Williams and BAFTA nominee Rory Kinnear in
“Pinoy Big Brother Celebrity Collab Edition” housemate Ralph de Leon drew online attention after a technical glitch during his hosting stint at the Miss
Host-comedian Vice Ganda called on Naga City Mayor and former Vice President Leni Robredo to reconsider her decision not to run in the 2028
Spotify introduced a new “Verified by Spotify” badge to help listeners distinguish human musicians from AI-generated music as synthetic tracks continue to grow on
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Severe flooding in southern Thailand has forced organizers to move eleven sports at the 33rd Southeast Asian Games, scheduled for December 9-20, mostly to Bangkok. The floods, particularly severe in Songkhla near the Malaysian border, have caused at
An estimated 100,000 workers have been affected by the revocation of licenses of contractors involved in the flood control projects controversy, Senate budget sponsor Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian confirmed. Many of these workers, mostly contractual, are now relying on
Around 5.7 million students in State and Local Universities and Colleges (SUCs and LUCs) will benefit from the Free College Law in 2026, according to Senator Paolo “Bam” Aquino IV. The Senate version of the 2026 budget allocates
The AFP and Indian Armed Forces conducted the second Philippines–India Maritime Cooperative Activity (MCA) in the West Philippine Sea on November 26, strengthening their naval partnership. The exercises involved guided-missile frigates, fighter jets, and helicopters, with drills including
Lawmakers and sectoral groups criticized the DTI’s claim that ₱500 is enough for a Filipino family’s Noche Buena, calling it out of touch with rising prices. They argued that even basic ingredients for spaghetti, ham, and cheese already
Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano criticized the Department of Health (DOH) and PhilHealth for misleading the public on the No Balance Billing (NBB) policy, saying the program does not reflect patients’ actual experiences. He pointed out that
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. visited Zamboanga City on Friday, November 28, where he met with military officials and acknowledged the Western Mindanao Command’s success in addressing internal threats while transitioning to external defense operations. He emphasized the government’s
The Commission on Audit (COA) has filed four new fraud reports exposing over P297 million in irregularities in Bulacan flood control projects, including nonexistent structures, unauthorized relocations, and payments for preexisting river walls. The contracts, implemented by the
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said the aircraft of fugitive former lawmaker Zaldy Co are likely in Singapore and Malaysia, as authorities work to locate and freeze his assets. Marcos ordered the Department of Transportation and the Civil Aviation