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 Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) met with flood control experts from the academe on Wednesday to discuss long-term solutions to the country’s flooding problem. The meeting, held at the DPWH main office in Manila, was
Sen. Mark Villar topped the list of the richest senators with a net worth of ₱1.2 billion, while Sen. Francis Escudero was the least wealthy with ₱18.8 million, according to their latest Statements of Assets, Liabilities, and Net
Starting October 30, all case filings before the Supreme Court will go fully digital as part of the nationwide rollout of the eCourt PH platform aimed at modernizing the country’s judiciary. Senior Associate Justice Marvic Leonen said the
Consumers can expect prices of necessities and prime commodities (BNPCs) to remain stable until the end of the year, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) assured on Tuesday. The move aligns with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s
Korean superstar Lee Dong-wook is set to return to the Philippines after six years for his “My Sweet Home” fan meeting at The Theater at Solaire in Parañaque on December 20. The event, described as a “one-night-only” gathering
World Boxing Council (WBC) minimumweight champion Melvin Jerusalem is setting his sights on a rematch with Puerto Rican Oscar Collazo, who previously defeated him and now holds the WBO and WBA titles. Before that, Jerusalem must first overcome
Sen. Ping Lacson revealed that Orly Guteza, the surprise witness presented by Sen. Rodante Marcoleta in the Senate flood control probe, could not be found at his registered address. Guteza, who alleged that he delivered cash-filled luggage to
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. expressed confidence in deepening ASEAN–Australia cooperation in trade, maritime security, and climate resilience as the Philippines prepares to chair ASEAN in 2026. Speaking at the 5th ASEAN–Australia Summit in Kuala Lumpur, Marcos lauded
Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian commended the Public Attorney’s Office (PAO) for earning an outstanding rating from the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) after achieving a 100-percent budget utilization rate for 2024. During the Senate budget hearing, Gatchalian lauded
