Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte has been awarded the Hans T. Sy Leadership Award by Autism Society Philippines in recognition of her efforts to promote an inclusive community for individuals on the autism spectrum. The organization cited her programs such as the
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More than 9.12 million metric tons of silt, waste, and debris have been removed from major Philippine waterways since 2020 under San Miguel Corporation’s Better Rivers PH program. The latest cleanup under
Jollibee, the flagship brand of Jollibee Foods Corp., has been named the No. 1 chicken
P-pop girl group BINI received the Billboard Philippines Global Force honor at the 2026 Billboard
More than 9.12 million metric tons of silt, waste, and debris have been removed from major Philippine waterways since 2020 under San Miguel Corporation’s
The Philippines and Singapore signed a landmark implementation agreement on carbon credits under the Paris Agreement, formalized during ASEAN Climate Week in Manila. The
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. led the inauguration of the P1.21-billion Hibulangan Reservoir Irrigation Project in Leyte, which will provide reliable irrigation to about 2,750
The Atin Ito civil society coalition is set to carry out its fourth civilian-led mission to Pag-asa Island in the West Philippine Sea, delivering
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and former Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Fumio reaffirmed the Philippines and Japan’s cooperation on energy transition and resilience amid ongoing
Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte has been awarded the Hans T. Sy Leadership Award by Autism Society Philippines in recognition of her efforts to promote an inclusive community for individuals on the autism spectrum.
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Vice President Sara Duterte’s legal counsel said the House committee on justice
A Department of Health undersecretary is facing a graft complaint before the
The Marcos administration said it needs about P155 billion to fund the
House Deputy Speaker Albee Benitez said there is no increase in lawmakers’
Jollibee, the flagship brand of Jollibee Foods Corp., has been named the No. 1 chicken quick-service restaurant (QSR) in Southeast Asia by Euromonitor International.
The European Union expects higher investment flows to the Philippines once a free trade agreement (FTA) is completed, according to EU officials. EU Delegation
The partnership between the Philippine National Police Anti-Cybercrime Group and GCash has been strengthened with the appointment of GCash Chief Information Security Officer Miguel
The Department of Energy announced a major fuel price rollback, with diesel and kerosene dropping by nearly P13 and P15.71 per liter, respectively, while
Meralco clarified that the “additional” charges appearing on electricity bills are not company-imposed fees but government-mandated “pass-through” costs that are collected and remitted to
Seoul Cycling Team topped Stage Two of the MPTC Tour of Luzon Team Time Trial in New Clark City, completing the 43.4km course in 56:35 despite intense heat. However, Excellent Noodles secured the overall
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Former world title challenger Giemel Magramo made weight after a second attempt
The Philippine Sports Commission has awarded incentives to 96 athletes and 52
The Gilas Pilipinas 3×3 men’s team fell to Iran, 14-21, but still
Team Philippines continued its strong campaign in the 6th Asian Beach Games,
P-pop girl group BINI received the Billboard Philippines Global Force honor at the 2026 Billboard Women in Music Awards in Los Angeles, becoming the
Actress Kaila Estrada has sparked renewed dating rumors with actor Daniel Padilla after attending his 31st birthday celebration with family and friends. Photos from
Seasoned actress Ai-Ai delas Alas stars in the inspirational drama “My Bespren Emman” on TV5, where she plays Sister Rebecca, a nun with a
Filipino singer Matty Juniosa advanced to the finals of Britain’s Got Talent after earning a second Golden Buzzer during the semifinals for his performance
Actress Bea Alonzo has remained silent amid ongoing speculation about a possible wedding with businessman Vincent Co, following reports and a marriage bann posted
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Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa said complaints filed against him over alleged expired medicines and vaccines are part of a “demolition job” by a “mafia” within the Department of Health (DOH). He made the statement in response to criminal
The Senate has approved on third and final reading Senate Bill No. 1629, or the Multi-Faith Prayer and Quiet Rooms Act, which seeks to promote religious inclusivity in public spaces. Authored by Sen. Mark Villar, the measure mandates
The Philippine National Police (PNP) reported that over 48,000 people were apprehended in Metro Manila during a three-day “Safer Cities” drive from April 6 to 8. The Southern Police District recorded the highest number of violators at 9,503,
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. announced a service contracting program for jeepney drivers, providing payments of P40 to P100 per kilometer in addition to regular fares. The program, starting April 15, will cover around 50,000 PUVs and 1,000 operators
The United Sugar Producers’ Federation of the Philippines (UNIFED) urged the government to conduct cloud seeding to counter dry conditions threatening sugar production in Negros Occidental, which accounts for over 60 percent of the country’s output. UNIFED president
Xyriel Manabat vowed to take action against a TNVS driver who allegedly made lewd remarks about her in a viral Facebook post. The post, from an account named “Boss Toyo Mansi,” has since been deactivated, but screenshots circulated
Former UAAP MVP and Gilas Pilipinas forward Kevin Quiambao capped a stellar 2025–2026 season in the Korean Basketball League (KBL) by winning the Rookie of the Year award with the Goyang Sono Skygunners. The 24-year-old averaged 15.2 points,
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. met with the Private Sector Advisory Council (PSAC) to discuss measures to protect workers and create jobs amid global disruptions from the Middle East crisis. The PSAC proposed initiatives, including rapid job matching, workforce
The Philippines has urged all parties to fully implement the ceasefire between the United States and Iran and end attacks in Lebanon. The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) expressed concern over the escalating conflict and worsening humanitarian situation.