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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Iglesia Ni Cristo (INC) ended its planned three-day anti-corruption rally a day early on November 17, saying it had already delivered its message of justice, transparency, and accountability. INC spokesperson Edwil Zabala said the group cut the protest
The Sandiganbayan has allowed the withdrawal of ₱4 billion worth of graft cases against Pharmally Pharmaceutical Corp. officials involving allegedly anomalous COVID-19 supply procurements. In an eight-page resolution dated November 7, the court affirmed that the Ombudsman has
The Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) is investigating government officials and contractors over alleged negligence in Cebu’s failed flood control projects, which worsened the devastation from Typhoon Tino. Inspectors found that several structures across Cebu City, Mandaue, Talisay,
Malacañang dismissed Senator Imee Marcos’ accusation that President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and First Lady Liza Marcos use illegal drugs, calling the allegation a “desperate move” meant to malign the First Couple. Presidential Communications Undersecretary Claire Castro said the
Senator Raffy Tulfo has filed Senate Bill 1493, or the BPO Workers’ Welfare and Protection Act, which seeks stronger benefits and safeguards for the country’s business process outsourcing (BPO) workforce. The measure mandates automatic suspension of BPO operations
The Employers Confederation of the Philippines (ECOP) expressed alarm over what it called the country’s biggest corruption scandal, urging the government to seriously pursue the investigation into the alleged masterminds behind the ₱100-billion budget insertions in the 2025
Baguio City, under Mayor Benjamin Magalong, has earned global recognition from ICLEI Southeast Asia’s Paris to Belem campaign as one of the region’s leading examples of successful local climate action. City Planning and Sustainability chief Donna Tabangin highlighted
Despite intermittent rains, thousands of participants joined the three-day Iglesia ni Cristo (INC) rally at Quirino Grandstand in Manila, calling for transparency, accountability, and good governance, with organizers estimating a crowd of 650,000 on the first day. INC
The Senate will investigate claims by former congressman Zaldy Co that P100 billion worth of projects were inserted into the 2025 national budget. Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian, vice chairman of the finance committee last year, said he is gathering
