Department of Social Welfare and Development Secretary Rex Gatchalian denied claims that beneficiaries of the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) were responsible for the recent increase in Meralco electricity bills. Gatchalian said the higher charges were due to Meralco’s generation costs and
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Senator Loren Legarda has filed a resolution seeking a Senate inquiry into the implementation of government cash assistance and subsidy programs following reports of alleged irregularities in Batangas. The resolution cites claims
Former finance secretary Gary Teves has called for a comprehensive review of the government’s Lifeline
Authorities have identified the suspect behind the burglary at the Quezon City home of “It’s
Department of Social Welfare and Development Secretary Rex Gatchalian denied claims that beneficiaries of the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) were responsible for the
President Marcos said Thailand and Cambodia agreed to sustain open dialogue and avoid actions that could escalate tensions following a trilateral meeting during the
Leaders from Southeast Asian nations have begun arriving in Cebu for the 48th ASEAN Summit, with Brunei Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah becoming the first to
Health workers and advocates marched in Baguio City on May 7, calling for urgent reforms in the Philippine healthcare system, including higher salaries, better
The Philippine National Police (PNP) said it is ready to support the government’s plan to impose a price cap on imported rice by helping
Senator Loren Legarda has filed a resolution seeking a Senate inquiry into the implementation of government cash assistance and subsidy programs following reports of alleged irregularities in Batangas. The resolution cites claims that at
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Bicol Saro party-list Rep. Terry Ridon said about 215 members of the
The Manila City Government released P5 million in capital assistance to 1,000
Science Secretary Renato Solidum Jr. was the highest-paid Cabinet member of President
Around 29 provincial roads in Bohol are being proposed for conversion into
Former finance secretary Gary Teves has called for a comprehensive review of the government’s Lifeline Rate Program and other electricity subsidies for low-income households,
Inflation in the Philippines accelerated to 7.2 percent in April, driven by rising fuel and food prices, with rice inflation surging to 13.7 percent
The Philippine aviation industry recorded the fastest growth in Southeast Asia in April despite rising oil prices, according to aviation data analyst OAG. The
Inflation in the Philippines accelerated to 7.2% in April, its highest level in three years, driven largely by rising fuel and food prices linked
Food prices may rise further as reduced cargo trips by local shippers tighten supply amid higher fuel and logistics costs. Data from the Philippine
La Salle head coach Ramil de Jesus continues to draw lessons from the painful Season 76 Finals collapse, where the Lady Spikers lost their title despite sweeping the elimination round. He reminded his team
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Five schools—De La Salle University, Ateneo de Manila University, University of the
Kimbert “The Hunter” Alintozon earned a spot in Road to UFC Season
Filipina tennis star Alex Eala climbed to World No. 42 in the
Angeline Colonia won two silver medals in the women’s 48kg division of
Authorities have identified the suspect behind the burglary at the Quezon City home of “It’s Showtime” host and Rocksteddy frontman Teddy Corpuz, who was
Pinoy Big Brother Celebrity Collab Edition housemate Dustin Yu shared that he continues to get to know more about his fellow housemate and onscreen
Donny Pangilinan and Belle Mariano, known as DonBelle, became emotional as they bid farewell to their onscreen partnership during the media launch of their
Filipina actress Lovi Poe has secured another international role as she joins “Game of Thrones” star Maisie Williams and BAFTA nominee Rory Kinnear in
“Pinoy Big Brother Celebrity Collab Edition” housemate Ralph de Leon drew online attention after a technical glitch during his hosting stint at the Miss
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Kabataan party-list Rep. Renee Co criticized Vice President Sara Duterte for showing “troll behavior” during the House hearing on the Office of the Vice President’s (OVP) proposed 2026 budget. Co, who raised questions about the funding for Duterte’s
CHED Chairperson Shirley Agrupis has flagged English communication as the Philippines’ weakest skill, stressing the need for urgent reforms in higher education to align with national and global demands. Speaking at the Converge to ACHIEVE: The Higher Education
A Quezon City trial court has set the long-delayed Dengvaxia case for pre-trial on November 17, 2025, and January 27, 2026, while also resolving motions to dismiss filed by former Health Secretary and now Iloilo Rep. Janette Garin
The Navotas City government has approved a tax amnesty ordinance waiving penalties, surcharges, and interest on unpaid real property taxes, including the Special Education Fund, idle land tax, and other levies. Mayor John Rey Tiangco urged residents and
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has approved salary increases and tiered medical allowances for employees of government-owned and controlled corporations (GOCCs). The adjustments, under the Compensation and Position Classification System II, will retroact to January 1, 2025, for GOCCs
The Supreme Court has issued a temporary restraining order halting the implementation of Bangsamoro Autonomy Act 77 (BAA 77), which sought to redraw parliamentary districts in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM). The decision consolidates two
Senate President Vicente “Tito” Sotto III defended the Senate’s authority to determine the custody of witnesses cited in contempt, clarifying that the Senate President has the power to approve transfers. He explained his hesitation to endorse the Discayas
Public health expert Dr. Tony Leachon criticized the Department of Health’s (DOH) proposal to expand taxes on unhealthy food items, warning that the measure lacks accountability and transparency in fund use. He pointed out that despite sin tax
The United States and China announced on Monday a “framework” deal to resolve their dispute over TikTok, which would see the Chinese-owned app transferred to US-controlled ownership. US President Donald Trump confirmed the agreement in a social media