The World Bank has reclassified the Philippines as an upper-middle-income country after its gross national income (GNI) per capita reached USD 4,850, above the USD 4,636 threshold. This classification places the country alongside Jordan, Micronesia, Sri Lanka, and Vietnam, which also moved
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A progressive group, Samahan ng Progresibong Kabataan (SPARK), has opposed the Office of the Ombudsman’s plan to make former DPWH Secretary Manuel Bonoan a state witness in flood-control corruption cases, saying it
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) said it plans to leverage strong demand for
South Korean actor and ASTRO member Cha Eun-woo has officially embraced the Catholic faith after
The World Bank has reclassified the Philippines as an upper-middle-income country after its gross national income (GNI) per capita reached USD 4,850, above the
The House prosecution panel is pushing for the tax records of Vice President Sara Duterte and her husband to be presented openly in the
The Civil Service Commission has approved the qualification standards for 10,000 new school mental health positions under the Department of Education (DepEd), allowing the
The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) and the Department of Agriculture (DA) have signed a joint agreement granting real property tax
The national government’s outstanding debt rose to P18.55 trillion as of end-May 2026, up by 0.41% or P76.11 billion from April, according to the
A progressive group, Samahan ng Progresibong Kabataan (SPARK), has opposed the Office of the Ombudsman’s plan to make former DPWH Secretary Manuel Bonoan a state witness in flood-control corruption cases, saying it would allow
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President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said the Philippines’ attainment of upper-middle-income status after
Sen. Risa Hontiveros said the government should focus on strengthening intervention and
Cavite Rep. Jolo Revilla welcomed the approved P85 daily minimum wage increase
A total of 745 participants joined a fundraising fun run on June
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) said it plans to leverage strong demand for agricultural products to sustain the growth of Philippine exports
Meralco is reviving discussions with US nuclear startup Valar Atomics as part of its push to develop small modular reactor (SMR) technology in the
Mynt Inc., the parent company of e-wallet giant GCash, has filed for a P92.3-billion initial public offering with the Philippine Stock Exchange and the
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
Risa Sato has returned to the Premier Volleyball League (PVL) after signing with the Akari Chargers, the team announced on July 2. The 31-year-old middle blocker is expected to bring experience and depth to
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LeBron James will return for an unprecedented 24th NBA season, but he
Jonas Magpantay ruled the Universal Nine-Ball Open in Jakarta, Indonesia, after defeating
The Sun Life 5150 Triathlon heads to Bohol on July 12 for
The planned rematch between boxing legends Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao has
South Korean actor and ASTRO member Cha Eun-woo has officially embraced the Catholic faith after being baptized during his mandatory military service, according to
Reality competitions have become a major launching platform for aspiring performers, giving them exposure and opportunities in the entertainment industry. However, success in these
Billy Crawford added another achievement to his career in France after winning Season 9 of Mask Singer France, where he competed as “L’Âne” (The
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
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The Department of Social Welfare and Development’s (DSWD) Walang Gutom Program has effectively reduced hunger in the Philippines, according to a recent Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey. Hunger among program beneficiaries dropped by 4.1 percentage points between October
Headline inflation in the Philippines likely eased further in May, with the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) projecting it between 0.9 and 1.7 percent, driven by improving supply conditions and lower energy costs. The easing was attributed to
Former child actress Xyriel Manabat and newcomer Vince Maristela were evicted from “Pinoy Big Brother Celebrity Collab Edition” after receiving the lowest votes in the weekly online poll. This eviction followed a week of tough challenges where housemates
Rising Filipino boxing star Carl Jammes Martin made an impressive United States debut by defeating Mexican Francisco Pedroza Portillo via unanimous decision in an eight-round junior featherweight bout at Michelob Ultra Arena in Las Vegas. Martin controlled the
The Department of Tourism (DOT) launched two key initiatives to boost the Philippines’ culinary tourism: the Strategic Framework and Roadmap for Food and Gastronomy Tourism, and Market Tourism as a new sub-product. These programs aim to promote Filipino
The Hotel Sales and Marketing Association (HSMA) is urging the Department of Tourism (DOT) to launch more targeted international campaigns to address the decline in inbound arrivals, especially from key markets like South Korea. HSMA president Loleth So
The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) and the Philippine National Police (PNP) dismissed a broadsheet editorial claiming a rise in crime, emphasizing ongoing reforms to build a professional and accountable police force. DILG Assistant Secretary
Incoming DFA Secretary Ma. Theresa Lazaro assured that the Philippines will maintain continuity in its diplomacy and foreign policy with China, particularly regarding maritime disputes. Speaking at an event marking 50 years of Philippine-China relations, Lazaro emphasized the
The Malabon City government and the Department of Transportation (DOTr) inaugurated a modern public utility vehicle (PUV) stop in Barangay Hulong Duhat to improve commuter safety and accessibility. The facility, developed with the Department of Public Works and