Finance Secretary Frederick Go said the government has approved a recommendation to suspend excise taxes on LPG and kerosene, with the measure expected to reach the Office of the President within days. The tax relief could be announced next week to help
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Sen. Alan Peter Cayetano confronted Philippine Reclamation Authority (PRA) officials during a Senate hearing over an investigation into unauthorized reclamation activities in Laguna de Bay. Cayetano accused the agency of “selective justice”
The Department of Agriculture (DA) has created a technical working group to strengthen farmers’ participation
Atasha Muhlach’s portrayal of Annie Batungbakal in “Bongga Ka, ’Day!: The Annie Batungbakal Musical” has
Finance Secretary Frederick Go said the government has approved a recommendation to suspend excise taxes on LPG and kerosene, with the measure expected to
Seven Philippine textile manufacturers are showcasing fabrics made from pineapple leaves, abaca, and other local materials at FashionPhilippines Milan from Sept. 22 to 24.
Reddit and Discord were given more time by the CICC to comply with the directive to establish local offices in the Philippines amid concerns
The Commission on Audit (COA) flagged the Office of the Vice President (OVP) over inconsistencies and missing documents in its P168-million relief operations in
Far Eastern University (FEU) Manila advised students, faculty, employees, and support staff to evacuate the campus calmly and orderly Wednesday night, Sept. 23, following
Sen. Alan Peter Cayetano confronted Philippine Reclamation Authority (PRA) officials during a Senate hearing over an investigation into unauthorized reclamation activities in Laguna de Bay. Cayetano accused the agency of “selective justice” for allegedly
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Malacañang defended the proposed P58.53-billion Local Government Support Fund (LGSF) for 2027
Former Iriga City Mayor Madelaine Arlene Yorobe Alfelor was detained while former
Education Secretary Sonny Angara welcomed Congress’ ratification of the Basic Education Voucher
Former Vice President and Naga City Mayor Leni Robredo has endorsed Supreme
The Department of Agriculture (DA) has created a technical working group to strengthen farmers’ participation in free trade agreement negotiations. The group will consult
The Philippine peso is expected to remain under pressure in the near term as weak domestic growth and a large current account deficit leave
Fresh Carabao mangoes from the Philippines have entered the Canadian market through the country’s first commercial shipment of one metric ton, consisting of 250
The National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) is considering accelerating the Mindoro-Panay interconnection project amid recurring grid alerts and power supply deficits in
The Philippines’ current account deficit widened by 51.7 percent to $15.44 billion in the first half of the year as higher import payments outpaced
Filipino boxer Junmilardo Ogayre secured a hard-fought 3-2 split-decision victory over Mongolia’s Gantumur Lundaa in the men’s -60kg preliminaries. Ogayre stayed composed under relentless pressure, using his jab and precise counters to take the
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Gilas Pilipinas Women’s 3×3 opened its Asian Games campaign with back-to-back victories,
The Philippine men’s and women’s chess teams suffered defeats in the fifth
Filipino boxer Eumir Marcial scored a third-round knockout victory over Omar Ulises
The Ladies Philippine Golf Tour’s top players will face a strong Taiwan
Atasha Muhlach’s portrayal of Annie Batungbakal in “Bongga Ka, ’Day!: The Annie Batungbakal Musical” has drawn attention to her journey as a young performer
Taylor Swift has announced “Patient Zero,” her first new song since marrying Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce this summer, with the track
Veteran actress Vilma Santos addressed her exclusion from the latest batch of National Artists, saying she has learned to accept that some things are
South Korean actor Byeon Woo Seok’s agency, VARO Entertainment, has warned fans against invading his privacy after reports of individuals waiting for him on
Julia Barretto and Bianca Umali expressed interest in working together again if the right project comes along following their first feature collaboration in “Always
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The Philippines still has ₱2.2 billion available in its calamity fund to support disaster recovery, including for areas hit by Typhoon Uwan, the Office of Civil Defense (OCD) said on Monday. OCD Deputy Administrator Bernardo Alejandro IV assured
Cavite 4th District Rep. Francisco “Kiko” Barzaga has called for the reinstatement of the death penalty for individuals involved in illegal logging and mining in the Sierra Madre Mountain Range. He proposed execution by firing squad, arguing that
Malacañang said Cebu officials who reportedly traveled to Europe during Typhoon Tino should first be investigated before assigning blame. Palace Press Officer Claire Castro emphasized that the purpose of their travel and whether it affected disaster response must
The International Criminal Court (ICC) said Monday it cannot confirm reports that it has issued an arrest warrant against Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa related to the Duterte administration’s war on drugs. ICC spokesperson Fadi El Abdallah clarified
Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto thanked residents and emergency responders for their vigilance and coordination during Super Typhoon Uwan, which hit Luzon, including Metro Manila, on Nov. 9. He noted that the city remains under Tropical Cyclone Warning
The NDRRMC has ordered local officials to carry out forced evacuations in areas threatened by Super Typhoon Uwan. NDRRMC Chair and Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. urged residents to comply, warning that refusal could endanger both lives and
Vice President Sara Duterte urged local governments to enforce strict policies protecting children from cyberbullying, online sexual abuse, and other digital risks during National Children’s Month. She emphasized that parents and communities also share responsibility to safeguard children
Globe Telecom anticipates fiercer competition in the Philippines’ connectivity market as data demand is projected to triple and the Konektadong Pinoy Act’s implementing rules take effect. CEO Carl Cruz said the company is preparing for new data transmission
Charo Santos-Concio celebrated two major milestones on November 5, marking 50 years in the entertainment industry and her 70th birthday, with an elegant black-and-white themed event at Okada’s grand ballroom. The celebration was attended by a star-studded guest