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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Metropolitan Bank & Trust Co. (Metrobank) reported a 4 percent rise in net income to PHP 37.3 billion for the first nine months of 2025, marking a record level for the period. The bank’s pre‑provision operating profit climbed 12.1 percent year‑on‑year to
Eliana Atienza opened up in an interview with Vicky Morales on 24 Oras about her heartbreak following the passing of her younger sister Emman Atienza, who died at age 19 on October 22. She fondly recalled their childhood memories
The Philippine Athletics Track and Field Association (PATAFA) is preparing to send around 60 athletes — including two‐time Olympian EJ Obiena — to the 33rd Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games) in Thailand next month, with the clear goal
A single father in Tabuk City, Kalinga, was arrested on October 30 for allegedly stealing a 1.725-kilogram box of baby milk to feed his son after losing his job and being abandoned by his wife. Police reportedly settled
The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) has announced that over 1.85 million government employees will receive a year‑end bonus equivalent to one month’s basic pay plus a ₱5,000 cash gift with their first agency payroll in November 2025. The
The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) has launched its ninth joint exercise, AJEX Dagat, Langit at Lupa 09-2025, to prepare for independent operations lasting up to 30 days in case of conflict. The 10-day exercise, running from
Pope Leo XIV criticized the US military deployment in the Caribbean, saying that “with violence we don’t win,” while urging dialogue over confrontation. Speaking from his Castel Gandolfo residence, he acknowledged a country’s right to defend peace but
The Philippine National Police (PNP) has announced enhanced security measures ahead of the anti‑corruption rallies scheduled for November 30, following the violent turn of the September 21 protest. Acting Chief Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. confirmed that deployments will
Senator Rodante Marcoleta claimed that two staff members of former Ako Bicol Rep. Elizaldy “Zaldy” Co were hidden to prevent an investigation into cash deliveries linked to the flood control scandal. Marcoleta said Paul Estrada was reportedly sent
