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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Science Secretary Renato Solidum Jr. was the highest-paid Cabinet member of President
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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
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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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Filipino-American NBA star Jordan Clarkson expressed excitement about joining the New York Knicks and connecting with the city’s large Filipino community. After signing with the Knicks following a buyout from the Utah Jazz, Clarkson praised the energy and
The Philippine Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC) has launched help desks in key areas with large Korean communities to protect Korean nationals following an appeal from the Korean Embassy. This initiative responds to recent crimes such as kidnappings,
Former Philippine Bar Association president Rico Domingo and lawyer Cesar Oracion have filed a motion urging the Supreme Court to issue a temporary restraining order (TRO) against the upcoming fee hike at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA). The
TikTok has agreed to pause real money gambling advertisements in the Philippines starting today amid concerns over online gambling operations. The move was welcomed by the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), which sees it as a
Cardiovascular diseases, especially heart attacks, have become the leading cause of death among persons deprived of liberty (PDLs), the Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) reported. Since 2022, heart disease has overtaken tuberculosis as the top cause of mortality in
The Parañaque City government launched the “Parañaque HELP Card” on August 20, offering residents a universal ID to access a variety of city services more efficiently. The card integrates health, education, emergency relief, employment, lifestyle, and livelihood programs
The Muntinlupa City government has passed Ordinance No. 2025-004, also known as the “Anti-Epal Ordinance,” which prohibits the use of names, photos, logos, or other identifiers of local officials on government-funded projects, programs, and infrastructure. The ordinance aims
Senator Paolo “Bam” Aquino IV called on Filipinos to unite and continue the vision of his late uncle, Sen. Benigno “Ninoy” Aquino Jr., for good governance amid ongoing corruption controversies. He appealed during the wreath-laying ceremony marking Ninoy
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) is reviewing campaign donations to four candidates, including three senators and one local candidate, to determine if they received prohibited contributions from government contractors during the 2022 elections. Under Philippine election law, contractors