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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Officials from Eastern Samar visited Quezon City Hall to learn about the city’s innovative digital governance programs. The delegation, led by Governor Ralph Vincent Evardone and Vice Governor Maricar Sison Goteesan, was welcomed by Mayor Joy Belmonte and
PNP Chief Gen. Nicolas Torre III expressed support for a bill lowering the age of criminal liability, provided it is backed by scientific evidence. He said the PNP will submit a formal written position to lawmakers as part
The iconic Love Bus, first launched during the Martial Law era, has been revived as a free ride program in Cebu City and Davao City, announced by the Department of Transportation (DOTr). Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon said the
OPM rapper Loonie has teamed up with singer Arthur Nery for their new song “Palaisipan,” with the official music video set to stream online tonight. The two artists first connected backstage at the 2024 Myx Music Awards during
PLDT and Creamline aim to build on their strong starts as they face Cignal and Chery Tiggo, respectively, in the Premier Volleyball League Invitational at PhilSports Arena. PLDT dominated Cignal in a straight-set win, while Creamline needed five
Veteran journalists Korina Sanchez and Julius Babao denied claims that they received P10 million from Curlee and Sarah Discaya in exchange for interview features, following a Facebook post by Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto. The producers of Sanchez’s
The Philippine justice system received a major boost with Japan’s donation of forensic equipment to the University of the Philippines Manila (UPM), aimed at improving investigations into custodial deaths. Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin said the donation, facilitated by
The United States donated P1.9 million ($34,500) worth of equipment to the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) to enhance its vessel maintenance and repair capabilities, the US Embassy in Manila announced. The equipment, including a backup power supply, was
President Marcos emphasized the Philippines’ crucial role in promoting international humanitarian law during a meeting with International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) President Mirjana Spoljaric Egger at Malacañan Palace. He stressed that upholding humanitarian law depends on