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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NorthPort will continue its franchise operations, including participation in the PBA Season 50 Rookie Draft, while the league reviews its proposed sale to Pureblends. Commissioner Willie Marcial confirmed that Pureblends formally submitted a letter of intent and other
Hunger prevalence among beneficiaries of the government’s Walang Gutom program dropped from 48.7% in October 2024 to 41.5% in March 2025, according to a Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey. The survey, commissioned by Globe and Monde Nissin, showed
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) will add a 64th party-list seat in the House of Representatives for the 20th Congress, increasing from the 63 seats allocated during the May 2025 polls. Comelec Chairperson George Garcia said the Commission
The Philippine Contractors Accreditation Board (PCAB) revoked the licenses of nine construction firms owned or controlled by Sarah and Curlee Discaya after her admission that the companies bid against each other for the same government projects. The Bureau
AFP Chief Gen. Romeo Brawner Jr. led the 80th Victory Day commemoration in Kiangan, Ifugao, honoring Filipino, American, and Allied soldiers who ended Japanese rule in the Philippines. He paid tribute to the fallen troops and called on
Senator Risa Hontiveros has refiled a bill to create the Philippine Geriatric Center, a specialty hospital dedicated to senior citizens. The proposed Senate Bill No. 1302 aims to upgrade the existing National Center for Geriatric Health in Manila
Senator Alan Peter Cayetano criticized the Department of Health (DOH) for spending on commercials despite ongoing delays in health service delivery. During a Senate finance committee meeting and the DBCC briefing on the 2026 budget, he questioned whether
Several House majority leaders filed a resolution seeking a constitutional convention to lower the minimum age requirements for president and vice president from 40 to 35, and for senators from 35 to 30. The move aims to boost
Malacañang announced that the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) budget will not be returned to the executive branch despite calls from some senators amid allegations of fictitious projects. Senators Bam Aquino and Loren Legarda proposed unusual