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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Science Secretary Renato Solidum Jr. was the highest-paid Cabinet member of President
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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
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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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The Department of Education (DepEd) released new guidelines on overtime pay for teachers as part of the 2025 National Teachers’ Month celebration. Education Secretary Sonny Angara said the move aligns with President Marcos’ directive to ensure fair compensation
Senator Panfilo Lacson identified DPWH Undersecretary Maria Catalina Cabral as the official who contacted Senator Vicente Sotto III after the May 2025 elections to solicit budget insertions for the 2026 national budget. Sotto confirmed he received the offer
About 25,000 Filipino workers have registered for the Pag-IBIG Fund’s Expanded Pambansang Pabahay para sa Pilipino (4PH) Program since the launch of its online registration system three months ago. The program offers affordable house-and-lot units and condominiums in
The City of Manila recently held a meeting with pet shop owners from Arranque Market and city officials to strengthen animal welfare standards and ensure compliance with local and national regulations. Veterinary experts provided consultations to promote responsible
Cavite Rep. Francis “Kiko” Barzaga has called for the decriminalization of abortion, specifically for rape victims. In a Facebook post on September 6, Barzaga expressed sympathy for those whose futures are affected by pregnancies caused by sexual assault.
Senator Kiko Pangilinan emphasized the need to improve the creditworthiness of Filipino farmers to revitalize agriculture and ensure food security. He noted that only 10 percent of farmers’ cooperatives are financially viable, urging the organization and capacitation of
An independent lawmaker revealed that P40.2 billion of Overseas Development Assistance (ODA) funds for flood control projects in 2024 and 2025 were slashed or removed from the national budget. These cuts affected major, internationally-backed flood management projects aimed
Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte inspected an empty lot owned by Destileria Limtuaco CEO Olivia Limpe-Aw, which is being considered for the construction of a world-class centralized slaughterhouse in Barangay Sauyo. The local government plans to collaborate with