Anti-corruption groups staged protest marches in Makati and Quezon City on Sunday, calling for accountability over the alleged multibillion-peso flood control scandal and urging the Senate to proceed with the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte. The rallies, led by the
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The Senate committee chaired by Sen. Erwin Tulfo will conduct a comprehensive review of the Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act following a series of serious crimes involving minors. Tulfo said the review
Capital Economics expects the Philippine economy to grow below the government’s targets over the next
Rina Andrea Delos Santos of Ballesteros, Cagayan, was crowned Miss Philippines Earth 2026 during the
Anti-corruption groups staged protest marches in Makati and Quezon City on Sunday, calling for accountability over the alleged multibillion-peso flood control scandal and urging
United States Ambassador Lee Lipton arrived in Manila on Sunday to begin his diplomatic posting, the US Embassy announced. Nominated by President Donald Trump,
The Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development (DHSUD) said at least 2,800 families affected by the magnitude 7.8 earthquake in Sarangani and nearby
The Philippine National Police (PNP) is urging schools, colleges, and universities to coordinate with local police before conducting field trips, training camps, and other
MORE Electric and Power Corp. (MORE Power) is calling for the normalization of the Visayas power supply following more than a month of rotational
The Senate committee chaired by Sen. Erwin Tulfo will conduct a comprehensive review of the Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act following a series of serious crimes involving minors. Tulfo said the review aims to
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President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. thanked the Presidential Security Command (PSC) for its
Sen. Loren Legarda urged the public to look beyond social media and
Sherwin Gatchalian renewed his call for the immediate passage of a bill
About 3,000 supporters in Bacolod City launched the “Risa Na” movement on
Capital Economics expects the Philippine economy to grow below the government’s targets over the next three years, citing weak confidence, tight fiscal policy, and
The Philippines joined 34 other economies in signing a US-led joint statement supporting the responsible and innovation-driven development of artificial intelligence under the Pax
The United States Department of Agriculture has raised its rice import forecast for the Philippines to 5.20 million metric tons for the 2026-2027 marketing
Shakey’s Pizza Asia Ventures Inc. is restructuring its store network by closing 15 to 20 underperforming outlets as part of efforts to improve efficiency
The World Bank has urged the Philippines to prioritize full implementation of the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Act and expand waste management infrastructure before
The Sun Life 5150 Triathlon heads to Bohol on July 12 for the third leg of the 5150 Triathlon Islands of the Philippines Series and the event’s landmark 10th staging. Organized by Sunrise Events,
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The planned rematch between boxing legends Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao has
The Philippine women’s handball team pulled off a stunning upset over three-time
The Philippine Basketball Association will adopt selected FIBA officiating rules, including the
Rene Baterbonia, the 18-year-old basketball standout and 2025 Palarong Pambansa MVP who
Rina Andrea Delos Santos of Ballesteros, Cagayan, was crowned Miss Philippines Earth 2026 during the pageant’s coronation night in Malitbog, Bukidnon, after defeating 31
Content creator LANS addressed the viral “karespe-respeto” debate after her image was used online to compare and criticize other women creators. She said women
The family of actor Jericho Rosales is seeking the public’s help in locating his younger brother, Jeremiah “Nuki” Rosales, who has been missing since
Olivia Rodrigo is expanding her community-focused music vision with the launch of the all-female Daisy Chain Fields festival in California and an official fan
Members of the Taiwanese group F4 and Ashin have donated P2.5 million to support relief efforts for communities affected by the magnitude 7.8 earthquake
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The Sandiganbayan has sentenced former Quezon City councilor Dante de Guzman to over 100 years in prison for multiple counts of graft and malversation over a ghost employee payroll scheme in 2009. In its Aug. 12 decision, the
Malacañang downplayed a survey showing Vice President Sara Duterte as the leading contender for the 2028 presidential elections, saying President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is focused on governance rather than politics. A WR Numero Research poll conducted from July
Cebu 5th District Rep. Duke Frasco urged Gov. Pamela Baricuatro to set aside politics until 2028 and prioritize health care for Cebuanos, saying he is “not one to fight.” Frasco is pushing House Bill 3313 to upgrade the
The proposed 2026 budget allocates P26.39 billion to Congress, which is over P3 billion less than its initial proposal and lower than its 2025 budget, signaling significant cuts across its offices. The Office of the Vice President (OVP)
Chile and the Philippines are working toward the timely finalization of their Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), a bilateral trade deal to strengthen economic ties. The first in-person negotiations were held in Santiago in July, focusing on trade
The Department of Energy (DOE) and DOST-Phivolcs have partnered to integrate scientific hazard data into energy resilience planning through a new memorandum of agreement. This collaboration links Phivolcs’ GeoRiskPH platform with DOE’s Energy Disaster Information Management System for
Transman singer Jake Zyrus shared a new topless photo while enjoying time with his girlfriend, Filipino-American singer Chees. The photo was posted by Chees with a simple heart emoji caption, and Jake responded with three heart emojis. Fans
Rising Korean golf star and LPGA rookie Ina Yoon attended the launch of the new Solaire Virtual Golf facility at Solaire Sports Club in Parañaque. The 22-year-old, a two-time winner on the Korean LPGA, represents a new wave
The 11th Durian Festival kicked off at SM Lanang in Davao City on August 12, celebrating the cultural and economic importance of durian in the region. Government officials, industry leaders, and international partners, including China, highlighted the fruit’s