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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Cebu City will finally enforce its waste segregation policy starting Jan. 16, 2026, more than 20 years after the law was passed, to address persistent garbage problems. Mayor Nestor Archival announced a citywide information campaign from Jan. 1
The Senate and House of Representatives signed the bicameral conference committee report on the proposed P6.79-trillion 2026 national budget, marking the first time lawmakers saw a reconciled enrolled copy before ratification. The budget prioritizes human development, with major
A bill labeled as an “anti-political dynasty” measure is facing criticism for potentially entrenching political families instead of curbing them. Rep. Percival Cendaña argued that versions filed by House Speaker Faustino Dy III and Rep. Sandro Marcos legitimize
Philippine merchandise exports rose 21.3 percent in November 2025 to $6.91 billion, driven by strong demand for electronics, agro-based products, and consumer goods, the Philippine Statistics Authority reported. From January to November, exports totaled $77.40 billion, surpassing 2024’s
The movie I’m Perfect, which highlights the challenges faced by persons with Down syndrome, won Best Picture at the 2025 Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) Gabi ng Parangal. Newcomer Krystel Go, who has Down syndrome, made history by
Magnolia Hotshots playing coach LA Tenorio took full responsibility after the team’s quarterfinal exit from the PBA Philippine Cup, admitting they were “outcoached” by TNT Tropang 5G. The Hotshots started the conference strong with a 4-1 record but
The Philippines welcomed its first charter flight from Mongolia on December 26, carrying 126 passengers, mostly Mongolian nationals, at NAIA Terminal 1. Passengers were greeted with beaded necklaces as a welcome gesture. Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco said the
Most Filipinos are thankful for good health this Christmas season, according to a Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey, with 45 percent citing it as their top blessing. This is slightly lower than 47 percent in 2024 and 51
Phivolcs confirmed there is no tsunami threat to the Philippines following a 6.7-magnitude earthquake in the Taiwan region on Dec. 27. The quake occurred at 11:06 p.m. at a depth of 35 kilometers. The agency’s evaluation showed no