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 Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) is collaborating with the Senate Committee on Social Justice to amend the 4Ps law to better support families even after they graduate from the program. DSWD Secretary Rex Gatchalian said
The House of Representatives has asked the Supreme Court to reconsider its ruling that voided the impeachment case against Vice President Sara Duterte, asserting that it undermines Congress’s constitutional authority. In a 70-page motion, the House emphasized it
House ethics panel chair JC Abalos is pushing for the creation of an “Independent Office” where the public can directly lodge complaints against lawmakers who engage in unethical behavior, even outside Congress. Inspired by similar U.S. mechanisms, the
Valenzuela City Mayor Weslie Gatchalian unveiled plans to build the city’s first two-kilometer water catchment basin in Barangay Dalandanan to ease chronic flooding along McArthur Highway. Approved by the city’s newly formed flood advisory committee, the basin aims
San Juan Mayor Francis Zamora turned over 83 brand-new vehicles to barangays and city departments on Monday, August 4, as part of the city’s ongoing fleet modernization program. Each of the 21 barangays received one Toyota Hilux FX
Malacañang announced the government’s development of a National Action Plan on Business and Human Rights, focusing on protecting indigenous peoples (IPs) and their ancestral domains. This initiative supports President Marcos’ commitment to human rights and inclusive development, as
Quezon City 5th district Rep. PM Vargas has reintroduced House Bill No. 2268, the “Magna Carta of Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Workers Act,” to institutionalize support for frontline disaster workers. The bill aims to formally recognize and
The Philippines remains heavily reliant on domestic tourism, with local travelers accounting for 82% of total tourism expenditures, according to a report by the Congressional Policy and Budget Research Department (CPBRD). Tourism spending grew 13% to ₱3.86 trillion
Ju Ji-hoon delighted fans during his first-ever fan meeting in the Philippines at Newport Performing Arts Theater on August 2, sharing hugs, selfies, and heartfelt moments. The Baeksang-winning actor opened the event with a live ballad performance, showcasing