Vice President Sara Duterte visited the wake of the three students killed in the Tacloban City school shooting and extended her condolences to their families. The attack, carried out by two teenage students, left three dead and several others injured. Authorities have
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Manila Mayor Francisco “Isko Moreno” Domagoso declared the city’s financial “comeback” during his State of the City Address on Wednesday, citing gains made after inheriting P14.6 billion in unpaid obligations. He said
The World Bank has urged the Philippines to prioritize full implementation of the Extended Producer
Members of the Taiwanese group F4 and Ashin have donated P2.5 million to support relief
Vice President Sara Duterte visited the wake of the three students killed in the Tacloban City school shooting and extended her condolences to their
Starting June 25, qualified Filipino travelers can avail of a visa-on-arrival when entering the United Arab Emirates if they hold a valid visa, residence
The Department of Public Works and Highways is considering relocating about 500 families living along Tuntong Creek in Las Piñas to allow the widening
The Department of Health (DOH) reported a 6% increase in leptospirosis cases nationwide, with 2,177 infections recorded from January 4 to June 6, 2026,
The Philippine National Police (PNP) and the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) have urged the public to stop sharing videos and photos of the
Manila Mayor Francisco “Isko Moreno” Domagoso declared the city’s financial “comeback” during his State of the City Address on Wednesday, citing gains made after inheriting P14.6 billion in unpaid obligations. He said the city
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The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) said it will file a human
A group calling itself “Concerned Department of Health Personnel” has filed a
Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian on Wednesday rejected proposals to lower the age
The House prosecution has asked the Senate impeachment court to unseal the
The World Bank has urged the Philippines to prioritize full implementation of the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Act and expand waste management infrastructure before
The government is seeking private sector support to develop three offshore wind terminals that could cost up to P18 billion, with the Philippine Ports
Fast Retailing Co., Ltd., the parent company of UNIQLO, will donate JPY 30 million (approximately US$185,000) and 2,000 AIRism clothing items to support recovery
The Philippines’ tuna catch rose by 14.6 percent to an estimated 230,347 metric tons in 2025, driven by improved regional supply, according to the
Finance Secretary Frederick Go is pushing to reduce local digital bank transfer fees to as low as ₱2, citing the Philippines as having some
Rene Baterbonia, the 18-year-old basketball standout and 2025 Palarong Pambansa MVP who died in a drowning incident during Ateneo’s team-building activity, was laid to rest on Wednesday in Talacogon, Agusan del Sur. Family members,
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Seven distinguished athletes were inducted into the 5th Philippine Sports Hall of
Michele Ortolani of Italy captured the 2026 BingoPlus Philippine ADT Open title
Filipina tennis star Alex Eala pulled off one of the biggest victories
Scottie Thompson captured his third Ramon Fernandez Finals MVP award after helping
Members of the Taiwanese group F4 and Ashin have donated P2.5 million to support relief efforts for communities affected by the magnitude 7.8 earthquake
ABS-CBN’s drama series “The Silent Noise” won the Best Asian Content award at the 2026 Global OTT Awards held on June 20 at the
The dispute among the children of late National Artist Nora Aunor has intensified after Ian De Leon and Lotlot De Leon publicly exchanged conflicting
Three years after the box-office success of “Rewind” at the 2023 Metro Manila Film Festival, Dingdong Dantes and Marian Rivera have begun filming their
More than three decades after the original film, Toy Story 5 delivers another emotional adventure, placing Jessie at the center as she confronts her
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Former President Rodrigo Duterte is accused by the International Criminal Court (ICC) prosecutor of faking cognitive impairment to avoid trial, following his performance on simple memory tests. The ICC filing noted that Duterte deliberately underperformed on assessments, including
Senator Paolo “Bam” Aquino praised the Bicameral Conference Committee for maintaining the P1.38-trillion education budget in the 2026 national budget, marking the highest allocation in Philippine history. He highlighted that the funding, equivalent to 4.5 percent of GDP,
Senate President Vicente “Tito” Sotto III expressed confidence that President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. could sign the proposed 2026 national budget before the year ends. He noted that if there is a delay, it would only last a few
The NBI arrested super contractor Sarah Discaya on December 18 over the alleged P96.5-million ghost flood control project in Davao Occidental. Discaya is currently in NBI custody, undergoing standard procedures, including a physical exam and Miranda rights reading.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. announced that qualified Social Security System (SSS) members can access an emergency loan with a 7 percent annual interest rate and a six-month moratorium starting this December. The loan is intended to help members
State-run Land Bank of the Philippines has partnered with Visa Inc. to expand digital payment acceptance across government channels. The collaboration will allow card payments for transit systems, government agencies, procurement systems, and the Link.BizPortal online platform. The
Host-actress Anne Curtis expressed frustration over corruption in the Philippines, comparing the country to Singapore’s development under former Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew’s strict anti-corruption policies. She praised Singapore’s thriving infrastructure, efficient public transport, and green spaces, noting
Nonito Donaire suffered a split decision loss to WBA bantamweight champion Seiya Tsutsumi in Tokyo on December 17. At 43, Donaire put up a strong fight against the 29-year-old Japanese champion, but two of the three judges favored
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (Pagcor) has launched an All-Gender Helpdesk to assist employees with gender-based concerns. The helpdesk, an upgrade from the former Women’s Helpdesk, provides a safe and confidential space for grievances, legal consultations, psychological