Six hotels in the Philippines have received Michelin Keys, recognizing them among the world’s most outstanding hotels for exceptional guest experiences. El Nido Resorts Lagen Island in Palawan and Raffles Makati were awarded the country’s first Michelin Keys, with Raffles Makati receiving
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The Commission on Elections (Comelec) said the filing of certificates of candidacy (COCs) for the 2026 Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) will proceed from Sept. 28 to Oct. 5. Comelec Chairman
Fresh Carabao mangoes from the Philippines have entered the Canadian market through the country’s first
Veteran actress Vilma Santos addressed her exclusion from the latest batch of National Artists, saying
Six hotels in the Philippines have received Michelin Keys, recognizing them among the world’s most outstanding hotels for exceptional guest experiences. El Nido Resorts
The Philippines marked the 54th anniversary of the declaration of martial law with rallies calling for government accountability, particularly over alleged corruption and other
The Department of Health (DOH) said 48 beds have been allocated for leptospirosis patients in private hospitals across Metro Manila, including 11 additional surge
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) plans to strengthen its Parenting Effectiveness Service (PES) to promote active parental involvement and home-based support
The Philippine government has integrated artificial intelligence into the eGovPH Super App through the newly launched eGov AI module. Cabinet Secretary Benhur Abalos urged
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) said the filing of certificates of candidacy (COCs) for the 2026 Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) will proceed from Sept. 28 to Oct. 5. Comelec Chairman George Garcia
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A Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) official testified during Vice President Sara
Sen. Christopher “Bong” Go questioned the Department of Transportation (DOTr) over delays
Former Senate president Franklin Drilon rejected Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano’s
Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian urged the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) to investigate
Fresh Carabao mangoes from the Philippines have entered the Canadian market through the country’s first commercial shipment of one metric ton, consisting of 250
The National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) is considering accelerating the Mindoro-Panay interconnection project amid recurring grid alerts and power supply deficits in
The Philippines’ current account deficit widened by 51.7 percent to $15.44 billion in the first half of the year as higher import payments outpaced
The Philippines’ chicken meat imports are expected to rise by 14.7 percent to 780,000 metric tons in 2027, driven by higher demand from the
Toyota Motor Philippines Corp. (TMP) expects vehicle production to fall by nearly 6 percent this year to about 60,000 units amid weaker demand and
The Philippine men’s and women’s chess teams suffered defeats in the fifth round of the 46th World Chess Olympiad in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. The men’s squad lost narrowly to Uzbekistan 2, 1.5-2.5, after International Master
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Filipino boxer Eumir Marcial scored a third-round knockout victory over Omar Ulises
The Ladies Philippine Golf Tour’s top players will face a strong Taiwan
Filipino-American NBA star Jordan Clarkson said he wants to play for Gilas
Rain or Shine head coach Yeng Guiao has signed a two-year contract
Veteran actress Vilma Santos addressed her exclusion from the latest batch of National Artists, saying she has learned to accept that some things are
South Korean actor Byeon Woo Seok’s agency, VARO Entertainment, has warned fans against invading his privacy after reports of individuals waiting for him on
Julia Barretto and Bianca Umali expressed interest in working together again if the right project comes along following their first feature collaboration in “Always
Singer-songwriter Moira Dela Torre has spoken publicly about the showbiz fallout that began after she unfollowed several celebrities and reportedly parted ways with Cornerstone
BTS member Jin has joined Spotify’s Billions Club after his solo single “Don’t Say You Love Me” surpassed 1 billion streams. The song reached
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The International Criminal Court (ICC) has scheduled the confirmation of charges hearing against former president Rodrigo Duterte on Feb. 23 after judges ruled that he is fit to participate in pre-trial proceedings. In a 25-page decision, the ICC
Sen. Rodante Marcoleta said China is unhappy about being portrayed as the “kontrabida” in the West Philippine Sea issue, citing concerns raised by Chinese Ambassador Huang Xilian during their recent meeting. He urged caution in public statements and
The Department of Justice has organized 14 flood control fund anomaly cases into three batches based on allegations, contractors, and case progress, with the first batch involving five malversation cases linked to Syms Construction in Bulacan’s 1st district.
The Senate resumed session after the holiday break, but the continued absence of Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa remains unresolved, with Senate President Vicente Sotto III saying he has received no formal communication from the senator. Dela Rosa,
Sen. Bong Go highlighted the need for job creation and worker protection, noting that around 2.25 million Filipinos remain unemployed despite the Philippine Statistics Authority reporting a lower unemployment rate of 4.4 percent. He emphasized that unemployment figures
Ilagan City, the Corn Capital of the Philippines, has been awarded the ASEAN Clean Tourist Award for 2026-28, marking its third consecutive recognition for sustainable and responsible tourism. The city previously won the accolade for 2022-24 and 2024-26,
Complaints were filed before the Office of the Ombudsman Visayas against Mandaue City Mayor Thadeo Jovito Ouano for allegedly appointing two incumbent barangay officials from Compostela town to paid city positions, possibly violating anti-graft laws and dual employment
The Marcos administration has allocated P7.8 billion to upgrade 19 airports nationwide this year to improve facilities and passenger experience. The funding aims to strengthen inter-island connectivity, boost tourism, support local businesses, and create jobs. Major airports receiving
The Liberal Party has elected Rep. Leila de Lima as chairperson and lawyer Erin Tañada as president, signaling an early start to preparations for the 2028 elections. Leadership changes were announced by chairman emeritus Sen. Francis Pangilinan during