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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Cavite 4th District Rep. Francisco “Kiko” Barzaga is set to return to the House of Representatives this week after serving his second 60-day suspension for “disorderly behavior.” Despite his controversial reputation, Barzaga has filed four principal bills in
House Assistant Majority Leader Zia Alonto Adiong has dismissed claims by Vice President Sara Duterte’s camp that the ongoing impeachment proceedings are a “kangaroo court,” saying the allegations make no sense. Adiong noted that the House Committee on
Department of Justice Undersecretary Margarita Gutierrez highlighted the need for justice systems that reach beyond courtrooms to serve those most in need during the Philippine Democracy Series 2026 at the London School of Economics. She emphasized that justice
President Donald Trump vowed to escalate attacks on Iran, saying the US “hasn’t even started destroying what’s left” and targeting bridges and power plants next. The conflict, now in its fifth week after a joint US-Israeli airstrike, has
Senator Francis Pangilinan warned traders and retailers against profiteering and hoarding during Holy Week amid the ongoing fuel crisis. He emphasized that the season, which commemorates Christ’s sacrifice, should inspire compassion rather than opportunism. Pangilinan cited the Price
Jollibee Foods Corp. opened its third Manhattan store on March 31 at 14 East 42nd Street, placing the Philippine fast-food giant in one of the city’s busiest corridors near Grand Central Terminal. The expansion is part of Jollibee’s
Filipino singer Matty Juniosa, known as Matty J, earned a Golden Buzzer on Britain’s Got Talent Series 19 for his powerful rendition of Prince’s “Purple Rain.” He admitted he did extensive research on judge Simon Cowell and the
After a unanimous decision loss to Yukinori Oguni in Tokyo, former two-division champion Marlon Tapales said he plans to move up to featherweight. Tapales, who missed the super bantamweight limit by 0.06 pounds, acknowledged that his body struggled
Vessels operating in Philippine waters are increasingly exploiting loopholes in the Automatic Identification System (AIS), allowing them to switch identities, flags, and locations to hide activities, experts say. Local dredgers, cargo ships, tankers, and even Chinese state-linked maritime