Six hotels in the Philippines have received Michelin Keys, recognizing them among the world’s most outstanding hotels for exceptional guest experiences. El Nido Resorts Lagen Island in Palawan and Raffles Makati were awarded the country’s first Michelin Keys, with Raffles Makati receiving
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The Commission on Elections (Comelec) said the filing of certificates of candidacy (COCs) for the 2026 Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) will proceed from Sept. 28 to Oct. 5. Comelec Chairman
Fresh Carabao mangoes from the Philippines have entered the Canadian market through the country’s first
Veteran actress Vilma Santos addressed her exclusion from the latest batch of National Artists, saying
Six hotels in the Philippines have received Michelin Keys, recognizing them among the world’s most outstanding hotels for exceptional guest experiences. El Nido Resorts
The Philippines marked the 54th anniversary of the declaration of martial law with rallies calling for government accountability, particularly over alleged corruption and other
The Department of Health (DOH) said 48 beds have been allocated for leptospirosis patients in private hospitals across Metro Manila, including 11 additional surge
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) plans to strengthen its Parenting Effectiveness Service (PES) to promote active parental involvement and home-based support
The Philippine government has integrated artificial intelligence into the eGovPH Super App through the newly launched eGov AI module. Cabinet Secretary Benhur Abalos urged
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) said the filing of certificates of candidacy (COCs) for the 2026 Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) will proceed from Sept. 28 to Oct. 5. Comelec Chairman George Garcia
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A Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) official testified during Vice President Sara
Sen. Christopher “Bong” Go questioned the Department of Transportation (DOTr) over delays
Former Senate president Franklin Drilon rejected Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano’s
Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian urged the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) to investigate
Fresh Carabao mangoes from the Philippines have entered the Canadian market through the country’s first commercial shipment of one metric ton, consisting of 250
The National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) is considering accelerating the Mindoro-Panay interconnection project amid recurring grid alerts and power supply deficits in
The Philippines’ current account deficit widened by 51.7 percent to $15.44 billion in the first half of the year as higher import payments outpaced
The Philippines’ chicken meat imports are expected to rise by 14.7 percent to 780,000 metric tons in 2027, driven by higher demand from the
Toyota Motor Philippines Corp. (TMP) expects vehicle production to fall by nearly 6 percent this year to about 60,000 units amid weaker demand and
The Philippine men’s and women’s chess teams suffered defeats in the fifth round of the 46th World Chess Olympiad in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. The men’s squad lost narrowly to Uzbekistan 2, 1.5-2.5, after International Master
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Filipino boxer Eumir Marcial scored a third-round knockout victory over Omar Ulises
The Ladies Philippine Golf Tour’s top players will face a strong Taiwan
Filipino-American NBA star Jordan Clarkson said he wants to play for Gilas
Rain or Shine head coach Yeng Guiao has signed a two-year contract
Veteran actress Vilma Santos addressed her exclusion from the latest batch of National Artists, saying she has learned to accept that some things are
South Korean actor Byeon Woo Seok’s agency, VARO Entertainment, has warned fans against invading his privacy after reports of individuals waiting for him on
Julia Barretto and Bianca Umali expressed interest in working together again if the right project comes along following their first feature collaboration in “Always
Singer-songwriter Moira Dela Torre has spoken publicly about the showbiz fallout that began after she unfollowed several celebrities and reportedly parted ways with Cornerstone
BTS member Jin has joined Spotify’s Billions Club after his solo single “Don’t Say You Love Me” surpassed 1 billion streams. The song reached
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Senate President Pro Tempore Panfilo Lacson urged President Marcos to maintain momentum in the fight against corruption, especially following the 2025 flood control scandal. Lacson expressed concern over public perception, noting declining trust and approval ratings despite Marcos’
Sen. Francis Pangilinan condemned China’s recent two-day military drills around Taiwan, saying peace cannot be built on threats of invasion. He warned that the exercises created tension for the Taiwanese people, Filipinos in Taiwan, and the wider East
The Land Transportation Office (LTO) will ban electric tricycles, or e-trikes, from major Metro Manila roads starting Jan. 2, including EDSA, C-5, Roxas Boulevard, and the Quirino–Magallanes–SLEX route. The move, mandated by the MMDA, aims to improve road
The Office of the Special Assistant to the President (OSAP) denied claims linking the Office of the President to DPWH projects cited in the so-called “Cabral files.” OSAP clarified that it has no authority over the DPWH’s budget
The Philippines saw the entry of several foreign retail brands last year, including Italian luxury label Golden Goose, LA-based Alo, Pop Mart, and French patisserie Ladurée, reflecting confidence in the country’s growing consumer market. Trade and retail officials
Actress Maja Salvador shared a rare photo of her one-year-old daughter, Maria Reanna, while celebrating the holidays in Canada with her husband Rambo Nuñez. The couple has been careful to keep Maria’s face private since her birth, but
The Choco Mucho Flying Titans kicked off 2026 with a major roster revamp, adding Eya Laure, Jaila Atienza, Alina Bicar, and welcoming back Caitlin Viray for the Premier Volleyball League All-Filipino Conference. Laure, returning after a year-long hiatus,
The National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) reported that New Year celebrations in Metro Manila were peaceful. Increased police presence along major roads and crowd areas helped maintain order. No officers were involved in indiscriminate firing during the
The Department of Education (DepEd) said the week-long reenactment of the 2025 budget will not affect teachers or students, as ongoing programs are already funded. Only new programs are temporarily delayed while implementation guidelines are finalized. Personnel salaries