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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Free agent guard Terrence Romeo is returning to 3×3 basketball while waiting for a PBA call-up. Romeo, who last played 3×3 a decade ago, has agreed to join Manila Melmac for the FIBA 3×3 Manila Challenger on September
On Pugad Island in Bulacan, rising tides and land subsidence caused by groundwater overextraction and climate change are flooding homes and disrupting daily life for its 2,500 residents. Locals like street vendor Maria Tamayo spend hours each day
Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) Secretary Conrado Estrella warned that the declining number of young farmers threatens the Philippines’ food security. During a budget hearing, he revealed that the average age of Filipino farmers is around 60, mostly
Puerto Galera was awarded by the Department of Tourism as the Philippines’ top diving destination for 2025-2027 during the Philippine Tourism Excellence Awards. Vice Mayor Rocky D. Ilagan received the award at a ceremony held in Pasay City.
The Reciprocal Access Agreement (RAA) between the Philippines and Japan officially took effect on Thursday, strengthening their strategic partnership. The agreement streamlines military cooperation by easing the deployment of forces for joint training and disaster response. The Department
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has issued a show cause order against Lawrence Lubiano, president of Centerways Construction, after he admitted donating P30 million to Senator Francis Escudero’s 2022 campaign. The donation is being scrutinized under the Omnibus
House Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez met with leaders of major political parties in the House of Representatives amid rumors of a possible leadership shake-up. The party leaders, including those from Lakas-CMD, the Nationalist People’s Coalition, and Nacionalista Party,
Quezon City First District Rep. Arjo Atayde was spotted courtside at a July basketball game just one seat away from dismissed DPWH Bulacan district engineer Henry Alcantara, who was removed for alleged involvement in ghost flood control projects.
The Office of the Vice President (OVP) reported spending P20.68 million on Vice President Sara Duterte’s local and foreign travels as of July 31, with P13.21 million for local trips and P7.47 million for foreign visits. OVP officials