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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Filipinos are driving up sari-sari store sales with purchases of “lucky” foods ahead of the Chinese New Year, according to a study by Packworks. Traditional items like hopia, Chinese wine, and Asian noodles, which symbolize unity, prosperity, and
The Mongolian aviation student arrested in Zambales is actually a licensed jet fighter pilot in the People’s Liberation Army Air Force, according to National Security Adviser Eduardo Año. Authorities suspect his presence in the Philippines was intended to
The Department of Education clarified that its proposed shift to a trimester system for public schools remains under review, and no final decision has been made. The proposal, which would split the 201-school-day calendar into three terms, aims
The Department of Foreign Affairs has criticized the Chinese Embassy for suggesting that strained diplomatic relations could cost Filipinos “millions of jobs.” The DFA said the embassy’s comments risk being seen as coercive and undermining constructive bilateral dialogue.
Albuera, Leyte Mayor Rolan “Kerwin” Espinosa resumed work on February 16 following his release from Cebu City Jail last week. His sister, Vice Mayor Mariel Espinosa Marinay, had temporarily taken over his duties after arrest warrants were issued
Sen. Kiko Pangilinan filed a bill seeking to abolish the travel tax to ease the financial burden on Filipino travelers. The measure, Senate Bill 1843, aims to boost travel, increase spending on transport, accommodation, and services, and strengthen
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. announced that over 423,000 housing units have been built and financed since 2022 under the Expanded Pambansang Pabahay para sa Pilipino (4PH) Program. He pledged to fast-track home construction and improve access to affordable
Governors from six provinces expressed gratitude to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. for his P321 million aid to families affected by Tropical Storm Basyang (Penha). The funds will help displaced residents, provide relief goods, and repair damaged roads, bridges,
The Commission on Population and Development (CPD) reported that the Philippines has recorded nearly 139,000 adolescent mothers, with a troubling increase in pregnancies among girls below 15 years old. Citing data from the Philippine Statistics Authority, CPD said
