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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The Department of National Defense (DND) and Thailand’s Ministry of Defence (MOD) pledged to strengthen their collaboration in equipment and technology sharing during the fifth Philippines-Thailand Joint Committee on Military Cooperation meeting on September 4 in Mandaluyong City.
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is stepping up support for Philippine exporters as the full impact of the US’s 19-percent reciprocal tariff, effective August 7, is expected to show in export data starting August. Trade Secretary
Rumors of a possible breakup between “It’s Showtime” host Ryan Bang and his fiancée, Paola Huyong, have surfaced after Paola deleted photos of Ryan, including their engagement, from her Instagram. Observers also noticed Paola was not wearing her
Filipina tennis star Alex Eala won her first Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) title at the 2025 Guadalajara Open, overcoming Hungary’s Panna Udvardy with a 1-6, 7-5, 6-3 comeback victory. Despite a slow start and losing the first set
The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) is planning to transform Metro Manila into a “sponge city” to better absorb and store excess rainwater. The plan includes green buildings, permeable pavements, underground reservoirs, wetlands, parks, and green roofs to
The Department of Education (DepEd) has replaced Comprehensive Sexuality Education (CSE) with a new age-appropriate Reproductive Health Education (RHE) policy for students aged 10 to 19, starting in Grade 5. DepEd Secretary Sonny Angara announced the change following
Former PCSO general manager Royina M. Garma arrived in the Philippines on September 6 after being detained in the United States for visa issues. Garma, a retired police colonel, left the country last November but was held upon
Malacañang denied the Discayas’ claim that the unfinished Philippine Film Heritage Building in Manila is not part of their contract, calling their statement “wrong information.” The building, valued at nearly P108 million and contracted to Great Pacific Builders
Senate President Francis “Chiz” Escudero expressed confidence that the Philippines will attract more foreign investors following the enactment of a law extending land lease contracts from 75 to 99 years. The law, signed by President Marcos on September