Former Bamban mayor Alice Guo and seven others were convicted of qualified human trafficking by a Pasig trial court and sentenced to life imprisonment, along with a ₱2-million fine each and forfeiture of the ₱6-billion Baofu compound in Tarlac. The ruling marks
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Quezon City, along with five other cities, was named a 2025 Local Leaders Climate Awardee at the Bloomberg Philanthropies COP30 Local Leaders Summit in Rio de Janeiro. Mayor Joy Belmonte highlighted the
The Philippine economy remains resilient despite domestic challenges and global uncertainties, according to DEPDev Secretary
Actor Richard Gutierrez is set for a busy Christmas promoting his upcoming Metro Manila Film
Former Bamban mayor Alice Guo and seven others were convicted of qualified human trafficking by a Pasig trial court and sentenced to life imprisonment,
The Philippines fell 12 spots to 19th in the latest Climate Change Performance Index, dropping from a “high” to a “medium” performer due to
The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) is prioritizing cybersecurity to rebuild trust in the Philippine digital economy and attract foreign investment. ICT
Thousands of public school teachers nationwide will stage a sit-down strike on November 28, pausing regular classes to hold discussions with students on accountability,
The Supreme Court has ruled that wealth acquired by a public official that clearly exceeds lawful income is presumed ill-gotten and may be forfeited,
Quezon City, along with five other cities, was named a 2025 Local Leaders Climate Awardee at the Bloomberg Philanthropies COP30 Local Leaders Summit in Rio de Janeiro. Mayor Joy Belmonte highlighted the city’s Trash
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The House of Representatives has deferred approval of several tax-related bills, including
The Sandiganbayan has upheld its ruling allowing the family of the late
Malacañang on Thursday denied retired columnist Ramon Tulfo’s claim that former Presidential
Lawmakers from Northern Luzon have expressed full support for House Speaker Faustino
The Philippine economy remains resilient despite domestic challenges and global uncertainties, according to DEPDev Secretary Arsenio Balisacan, citing strong macroeconomic fundamentals and sustained reforms.
Bebang Halo-Halo, the viral Filipino dessert brand, is planning its first international expansion with a debut in Dubai. From a single neighborhood shop, the
Google Pay has officially launched in the Philippines, allowing Visa cardholders to add credit, debit, or prepaid cards to Google Wallet and make contactless
Major oil companies, including Jetti, Petron, Seaoil, Caltex, and PTT Philippines, will raise gasoline and diesel prices by ₱1.20 per liter today, continuing the
Google Pay is set to launch in the Philippines on November 18, becoming the first major global digital wallet to expand locally after months
Antonio “Anton” Racelis, a 10-year-old racing prodigy from Lipa City, Batangas, has been crowned the 2025 MiniROK Expert Overall Champion following a challenging season in the Philippine karting circuit. The championship was secured through
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Karl Eldrew Yulo leads the Philippines’ delegation at the 3rd FIG Artistic
Clyde Mondilla fired a seven-under 67 in the opening round of the
Creamline and Cignal clash in a key PVL Reinforced Conference match at
Converge rookie Juan Gomez de Liano received his first call-up to the
Actor Richard Gutierrez is set for a busy Christmas promoting his upcoming Metro Manila Film Festival entry, Shake, Rattle and Roll: Evil Origins, marking
Derek Ramsay denied allegations of infidelity, insisting he had been faithful despite living apart from his wife, Ellen Adarn, for six months. Adarna countered
GMA Network’s 2025 Christmas Station ID, titled “Puno ng Puso ang Paskong Pinoy,” returns to the true essence of Christmas with a heartfelt focus
Christina Vanhefflin of Leyte was crowned Mutya ng Pilipinas InterContinental 2025, the top title at the 57th edition of the pageant, besting 31 other
At 78, veteran director and star-maker Johnny “Mr. M” Manahan has partnered with MQuest Ventures and MQuest Artists Agency (MQAA) to develop and promote
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Only 13 of 316 high-ranking Philippine officials voluntarily disclosed their statements of assets, liabilities, and net worth (SALNs), according to the Right to Know Right Now (R2KRN) coalition. Among those withholding disclosure were President Bongbong Marcos, VP Sara
Makati Mayor Nancy Binay launched a new program providing cash and rice support to public school students during her first State of the Children Address on November 17 at Makati Coliseum. Under City Ordinance 2025‑A‑024, day care, pre-K,
Since taking office, Laguna Governor Sol Aragones has established the province as a model of proactive governance, implementing programs in health care, education, tourism, and social services. Her administration launched initiatives like “Akay ni GOB Mobile Botika” and
Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin, Budget Secretary Amenah Pangandaman, and Presidential Legislative Liaison Office chief Adrian Bersamin have resigned amid allegations linking their offices to corruption in flood control projects. President Marcos accepted their resignations, with Palace officials emphasizing
Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte announced that seven startups have each been awarded ₱1 million under the city’s Startup QC Program, launched in 2022 to support early-stage innovators. Selected from nine finalists, the grantees offer scalable and socially
Major oil companies, including Jetti, Petron, Seaoil, Caltex, and PTT Philippines, will raise gasoline and diesel prices by ₱1.20 per liter today, continuing the seventh consecutive week of gasoline hikes and the fourth for diesel. The price adjustment
Christina Vanhefflin of Leyte was crowned Mutya ng Pilipinas InterContinental 2025, the top title at the 57th edition of the pageant, besting 31 other delegates, including representatives from Overseas Filipino communities. Vanhefflin also took home multiple special awards,
Creamline and Cignal clash in a key PVL Reinforced Conference match at the Ynares Center, Montalban, as both teams aim to improve their quarterfinal seeding. Creamline, fourth with a 5-2 record, faces sixth-ranked Cignal, which holds a 4-3
The Senate will hold necrological services on November 19 for former Senate president Juan Ponce Enrile, who passed away on November 13 at the age of 101. Senators adopted a resolution expressing deep condolences, honoring Enrile—fondly known as
