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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Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto reaffirmed that the city’s barangay aid program will continue to promote efficiency and curb patronage politics. Under the program, launched in 2019, smaller barangays receive ₱4 million annually, while bigger ones get ₱6
Eleven House lawmakers, led by Speaker Martin Romualdez, denied allegations of receiving bribes from contractors for flood control projects, vowing to pursue legal action against accusers. Contractor Curlee Discaya and his wife, Sara, had earlier testified before the
Iloilo City Mayor Raisa Treñas-Chu has opposed the Department of Public Works and Highways’ (DPWH) planned ₱150-million footbridge across the Iloilo River, citing redundancy, excessive cost, and environmental risks. In a letter to DPWH Secretary Vince Dizon, she
Since its launch on August 11, the “Sumbong sa Pangulo” website has received over 12,000 complaints from Filipinos reporting issues not only with flood control projects but also with poorly constructed roads and other subpar works by the
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has identified nine more contractors who may have given prohibited donations to candidates in the 2022 elections, adding to the initial 34 contractors previously reported. Comelec Chairman George Garcia said show-cause orders will
Business tycoon Manuel V. Pangilinan has pledged support for Ramon Ang’s flood control initiatives in Metro Manila following a recent meeting. The two executives agreed to coordinate efforts with Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon in a public-private partnership
Janella Salvador clarified that she is not involved in the breakup between actress Klea Pineda and content creator Katrice Kierulf, denying rumors of any third-party role. The two actresses addressed questions from the media during the launch of
Riza Pasuit and Ronald Chavez Jr. secured wins to advance to the Round of 16 in their weight classes at the World Boxing Championships in Liverpool on September 6. Pasuit dominated Pagad Alnaimi of Saudi Arabia with a
The Philippine embassy in Sweden signed a Donation Agreement with Stockholm University to support its Philippine Studies Program. The agreement was formalized on September 2 at the university’s Frescati Campus, led by Ambassador Patrick Chuasoto and Associate Professor