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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Quezon City Rep. Juan Carlos Atayde and Caloocan Rep. Dean Asistio voluntarily appeared before the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) to address allegations of receiving kickbacks from anomalous flood control projects. Both lawmakers requested executive sessions to discuss
Sen. JV Ejercito criticized Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) personnel for allegedly using letters of authority (LOA) to extort local and foreign businessmen. He reported the complaints to the Department of Finance after EU ambassadors and international chambers
The Mayors for Good Governance (M4GG) coalition has warned against any extra-constitutional moves that could destabilize the Philippines, emphasizing that public frustration over corruption must not justify unlawful actions. In a statement, the group cited recent scandals, including
President Marcos launched a new “digital wall against corruption” through the Department of Public Works and Highways Transparency Portal, designed to provide real-time access to public works data and expose irregularities in procurement. The portal, which contains project
Sen. Erwin Tulfo has urged the Senate Blue Ribbon Committee to investigate an alleged extortion scheme involving Bureau of Internal Revenue examiners, who reportedly abused letters of authority (LOAs) to pressure businesses, including MSMEs. Tulfo likened the LOA
Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) is planning to allocate P26–30 billion in capital expenditures next year to strengthen its distribution networks and upgrade customer facilities. The budget will fund new substations, replacement of aging infrastructure, and trials of underground
Melai Cantiveros is set to host the fourth season of her pioneering Bisaya talk show “Kuan On One,” bringing fresh stories of Visayan celebrities to viewers nationwide. Airing on Kapamilya Channel and iWant, the show celebrates Bisaya humor,
Filipino gymnast Karl Eldrew Yulo won the bronze medal in the horizontal bar event at the 3rd FIG Junior World Artistic Gymnastics Championships held at the Marriott Grand Ballroom in Pasay City. Performing sixth in the final, Yulo
Organizers of the upcoming Trillion Peso March on Nov. 30 clarified that the rally will not call for the resignation of public officials, emphasizing its focus on exposing corruption and recovering stolen public funds. Bishop Colin Bagaforo of