Former Bamban mayor Alice Guo and seven others were convicted of qualified human trafficking by a Pasig trial court and sentenced to life imprisonment, along with a ₱2-million fine each and forfeiture of the ₱6-billion Baofu compound in Tarlac. The ruling marks
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Quezon City, along with five other cities, was named a 2025 Local Leaders Climate Awardee at the Bloomberg Philanthropies COP30 Local Leaders Summit in Rio de Janeiro. Mayor Joy Belmonte highlighted the
The Philippine economy remains resilient despite domestic challenges and global uncertainties, according to DEPDev Secretary
Actor Richard Gutierrez is set for a busy Christmas promoting his upcoming Metro Manila Film
Former Bamban mayor Alice Guo and seven others were convicted of qualified human trafficking by a Pasig trial court and sentenced to life imprisonment,
The Philippines fell 12 spots to 19th in the latest Climate Change Performance Index, dropping from a “high” to a “medium” performer due to
The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) is prioritizing cybersecurity to rebuild trust in the Philippine digital economy and attract foreign investment. ICT
Thousands of public school teachers nationwide will stage a sit-down strike on November 28, pausing regular classes to hold discussions with students on accountability,
The Supreme Court has ruled that wealth acquired by a public official that clearly exceeds lawful income is presumed ill-gotten and may be forfeited,
Quezon City, along with five other cities, was named a 2025 Local Leaders Climate Awardee at the Bloomberg Philanthropies COP30 Local Leaders Summit in Rio de Janeiro. Mayor Joy Belmonte highlighted the city’s Trash
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The House of Representatives has deferred approval of several tax-related bills, including
The Sandiganbayan has upheld its ruling allowing the family of the late
Malacañang on Thursday denied retired columnist Ramon Tulfo’s claim that former Presidential
Lawmakers from Northern Luzon have expressed full support for House Speaker Faustino
The Philippine economy remains resilient despite domestic challenges and global uncertainties, according to DEPDev Secretary Arsenio Balisacan, citing strong macroeconomic fundamentals and sustained reforms.
Bebang Halo-Halo, the viral Filipino dessert brand, is planning its first international expansion with a debut in Dubai. From a single neighborhood shop, the
Google Pay has officially launched in the Philippines, allowing Visa cardholders to add credit, debit, or prepaid cards to Google Wallet and make contactless
Major oil companies, including Jetti, Petron, Seaoil, Caltex, and PTT Philippines, will raise gasoline and diesel prices by ₱1.20 per liter today, continuing the
Google Pay is set to launch in the Philippines on November 18, becoming the first major global digital wallet to expand locally after months
Antonio “Anton” Racelis, a 10-year-old racing prodigy from Lipa City, Batangas, has been crowned the 2025 MiniROK Expert Overall Champion following a challenging season in the Philippine karting circuit. The championship was secured through
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Karl Eldrew Yulo leads the Philippines’ delegation at the 3rd FIG Artistic
Clyde Mondilla fired a seven-under 67 in the opening round of the
Creamline and Cignal clash in a key PVL Reinforced Conference match at
Converge rookie Juan Gomez de Liano received his first call-up to the
Actor Richard Gutierrez is set for a busy Christmas promoting his upcoming Metro Manila Film Festival entry, Shake, Rattle and Roll: Evil Origins, marking
Derek Ramsay denied allegations of infidelity, insisting he had been faithful despite living apart from his wife, Ellen Adarn, for six months. Adarna countered
GMA Network’s 2025 Christmas Station ID, titled “Puno ng Puso ang Paskong Pinoy,” returns to the true essence of Christmas with a heartfelt focus
Christina Vanhefflin of Leyte was crowned Mutya ng Pilipinas InterContinental 2025, the top title at the 57th edition of the pageant, besting 31 other
At 78, veteran director and star-maker Johnny “Mr. M” Manahan has partnered with MQuest Ventures and MQuest Artists Agency (MQAA) to develop and promote
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The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) has warned the public against “diploma mills” and unauthorized institutions offering substandard or unrecognized graduate programs. Only CHED-recognized higher education institutions are allowed to offer graduate programs, and violations may result in
Malacañang on November 5 urged Universal Robina Corp. (URC) to immediately address the ethanol wastewater spill in Bais Bay, Negros Oriental, warning that legal charges may follow. Around 255,000 cubic meters of wastewater leaked after a 15-meter dike
The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) has approved a P41.4 million budget for the Independent Commission on Infrastructure (ICI) for 2025, covering operational and capital expenses, Executive Director Brian Keith Hosaka said. The funding, ordered by the
Parañaque City received seven awards at the DILG Urban Governance Exemplar Awards held on November 4 at Novotel, Quezon City. Mayor Edwin Olivarez said the awards recognized the city’s exceptional progress in peace and order, youth and women’s
Parañaque 2nd District Rep. Brian Raymund Yamsuan has filed House Bill No. 4034, which seeks to simplify the registration and renewal of Solo Parent Identification Cards (SPIC) through an online system. The proposed Online Registration and Renewal for
Davao City 1st District Rep. Paolo Duterte challenged ACT Teachers party-list Rep. Antonio Tinio to visit Davao and see for himself that flood control projects along the Davao and Matina Rivers are functional, amid Tinio’s allegations of irregularities
Resigned Ako Bicol Party-List congressman Zaldy Co reportedly fears returning to the Philippines due to threats against his life, his lawyer Ruy Rondain said on Wednesday, Nov. 5. Rondain claimed that Co is particularly concerned about potential vigilante
National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) reports that Typhoon Tino (international name Typhoon Kalmaegi) has resulted in 52 confirmed fatalities—50 in Central Visayas and two in Eastern Visayas—and 13 reported missing. The storm has displaced approximately
The Philippine Senate plans to implement a more systematic, evidence-based budgeting process to address the yearly average of P385 billion in unused appropriations, which Senate President Pro Tempore Panfilo Lacson attributed to patronage-driven fund allocations. Lacson criticized lawmakers
