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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The US Department of Justice declined to comment on the reported extradition request for detained pastor Apollo Quiboloy, citing policy not to discuss such matters until a defendant is in the US. Quiboloy faces multiple charges in a
Rep. Chel Diokno has filed House Bill 3863, known as the “Batas sa Sariling Wika Act,” which mandates the translation of all laws with penal provisions into Filipino, Bisaya, and Ilocano to make legal texts more accessible to
The Sandiganbayan has acquitted former vice president Jejomar Binay, former Makati mayor Jejomar Binay Jr., and several others of charges linked to the alleged overpricing of the ₱2.2-billion Makati City Parking Building project. In its 202-page ruling, the
House Deputy Majority Leader and Quezon City 5th District Rep. PM Vargas has filed House Bill No. 3776, which seeks to empower the Department of Health (DOH) to adjust hospital bed capacity without needing congressional approval. The proposed
President Marcos marked the 42nd death anniversary of Senator Benigno “Ninoy” Aquino Jr., calling the occasion a time for reflection and reconciliation. In a statement, Marcos emphasized that revisiting Aquino’s assassination with greater clarity offers important lessons on
Vice President Sara Duterte defended her record as education secretary after being called a “complete failure,” but Palace Press Officer Claire Castro challenged her claims. Castro highlighted Duterte’s admission that she was unfamiliar with the Matatag curriculum she
Only 14 out of 308 government departments and agencies earned an “outstanding” rating in the Department of Budget and Management’s (DBM) 2024 performance review. Budget Secretary Amenah Pangandaman emphasized that the evaluation focuses on program implementation and service
Three major film companies—GMA Pictures, Star Cinema, and Regal Films—are collaborating on a new “cinematic event” featuring the popular love triangle of Will Ashley, Bianca de Vera, and Dustin Yu. The trio’s on-screen romance first captured attention during