Executive Secretary Ralph Recto represented President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. at the 2026 General Assembly of the League of Municipalities of the Philippines in Pasay City. He reaffirmed the administration’s commitment to strengthening local governments and improving service delivery. The assembly highlighted
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The House of Representatives is pushing to advance 17 priority bills under the administration’s LEDAC agenda before the Holy Week break, House Majority Leader Ferdinand “Sandro” Marcos said. Four measures, including the
Digital wallet giant GCash has blocked over 3,200 merchants linked to illegal activities, including online
Netflix’s hit film “KPop Demon Hunters” won the Oscar for Best Animated Feature on Sunday,
Executive Secretary Ralph Recto represented President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. at the 2026 General Assembly of the League of Municipalities of the Philippines in
Philippine Army reservist Pfc. Rex Froilan Gil finished 11th out of 76 participants in the Military International Drone Racing Tournament in Sydney, Australia. His
A total of 343 Filipinos, mostly OFWs, were safely repatriated from Saudi Arabia and Bahrain on Sunday morning, March 15, via a Philippine Airlines
Opposition Rep. Chel Diokno has filed a bill seeking a P52.8 billion supplemental budget to help transport workers, farmers, and OFWs cope with rising
The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board has approved a fare increase for provincial buses, effective March 14, amid rising fuel costs. Ordinary provincial
The House of Representatives is pushing to advance 17 priority bills under the administration’s LEDAC agenda before the Holy Week break, House Majority Leader Ferdinand “Sandro” Marcos said. Four measures, including the Travel Tax
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Vice President Sara Duterte revealed that four individuals, including former Comelec commissioner
Malacañang said investigations into alleged multibillion-peso corruption in flood control will continue
The Commission on Elections is set to release its decision on Sen.
Batangas 1st District Rep. Leandro Leviste has purchased the historic house in
Digital wallet giant GCash has blocked over 3,200 merchants linked to illegal activities, including online gambling, to protect consumers from fraud. The company coordinated
The Petroleum Association of the Philippines (PAP) is urging power companies to prioritize the use of domestic natural gas to stabilize electricity rates and
Grab Philippines and its motorcycle taxi subsidiary Move It have launched a multi-layered support program to help drivers cope with soaring fuel prices amid
After divesting from its unprofitable US operations, Del Monte Pacific Ltd. (DMPL) is focusing on strengthening and expanding its Asian business to drive long-term
The Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) will launch a P12.5 billion loan program to help state employees install home solar panels amid rising electricity
Nonito Donaire Jr., the 43-year-old “Filipino Flash,” suffered an eighth-round technical knockout loss to Riku Masuda in their WBA bantamweight title eliminator fight at Yokohama Buntai on March 15. Despite his experience and determination,
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University of the Philippines Fighting Maroons star Casiey Dongallo will miss the
Former Miss Universe Philippines Ariella Arida showcased her athletic skills at the
Gilas Pilipinas women suffered a heavy 115-66 defeat against World No. 3
The Quezon City Black Bulls are making a strong impression in the
Netflix’s hit film “KPop Demon Hunters” won the Oscar for Best Animated Feature on Sunday, telling the story of a K-pop girl group who
Filipina actress and cosplayer Myrtle Sarrosa was named Best Dressed at the red carpet premiere of Netflix’s One Piece Live Action Season 2 in
Celebrity couple Loisa Andalio and Ronnie Alonte have welcomed their first child, a healthy baby girl named Nili, short for Runi Lior. Ronnie announced
“Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition 2.0” winner Lella Ford openly acknowledged being a “nepo baby” during an appearance on Fast Talk with Boy
ABS-CBN’s hit series “FPJ’s Batang Quiapo” will conclude on March 13 after breaking primetime viewership records since 2023. The network will launch a new
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After losing Rondae Hollis-Jefferson to a season-ending Achilles injury, TNT has signed 7-foot-3 Bol Bol as his replacement for the PBA Commissioner’s Cup. The 26-year-old American-South Sudanese player, son of late NBA star Manute Bol, arrived in Manila
The United Nations pledged continued support for peace and development initiatives in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao during the 5th Bangsamoro International Development Partners Forum. UN Resident Coordinator Arnaud Peral highlighted that 18 UN agencies are
The Philippines faces a growing education crisis that threatens economic growth and workforce readiness, PBEd President Chito Salazar warned at the 2026 Leadership Forum. He said the core problem lies in basic education, where many students cannot read,
The Commission on Elections warned that an ambiguous and loophole-prone anti-political dynasty law would be difficult to implement, especially in areas with electoral violence. Comelec Regional Director Renato Magbutay said a law must be clear, ironclad, and easy
The House of Representatives has approved House Bill No. 7565, or the Safe Overhead Electric Distribution, Cable, and Communications Lines Act, mandating utilities to ensure the safety, maintenance, and orderly management of overhead power and communications lines. The
The Kalayaan Island Group LGU has urged Senate President Tito Sotto to expunge Sen. Rodante Marcoleta’s remarks suggesting the Philippines should give up the islands from official records. Marcoleta’s statement, which he later backpedaled on, drew sharp criticism
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. is scheduled to meet former rival Leni Robredo in Naga City on February 21 amid early talks about the 2028 presidential race following Vice President Sara Duterte’s candidacy. Palace Press Officer Claire Castro
Senator Kiko Pangilinan raised alarm over declining catches for small-scale fishers following a Supreme Court ruling allowing commercial fishing in municipal waters. The decision overturned the 15-kilometer exclusive zone previously reserved for local fisherfolk, citing constitutional issues with
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. highlighted Japan as a key strategic partner in trade, investment, and infrastructure during a meeting with Filipino and Japanese business leaders ahead of the 42nd PH-Japan Economic Cooperation Committee joint meeting. The discussion
