Lanao del Sur Rep. Zia Alonto Adiong said acknowledgment receipts supporting Vice President Sara Duterte’s confidential fund spending showed same-day transactions across about 300 locations nationwide. He said some receipts did not match Philippine Statistics Authority records, while others listed questionable ages
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The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has ordered former chairperson Sheriff Abas to explain allegations of vote-buying linked to his candidacy for Cotabato congressman in the 2026 Bangsamoro parliamentary election. The order cited
The International Energy Agency (IEA) expects coal demand in the Philippines to remain stable this
Rafael Manuel’s feature film “Filipiñana” has been selected as the Philippines’ official entry for the
Lanao del Sur Rep. Zia Alonto Adiong said acknowledgment receipts supporting Vice President Sara Duterte’s confidential fund spending showed same-day transactions across about 300
The Land Transportation Office (LTO) has ordered all offices to stop using the Stradcom IT system and exclusively use the Land Transportation Management System
The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) will provide monthly financial assistance of ₱20,000 to qualified transport service entities struggling to pay amortizations
Sen. Panfilo “Ping” Lacson said the Senate may formalize a “no-work, no-pay” rule for members who incur unauthorized absences. He cited Sen. Ronald “Bato”
MMDA Special Operations Group–Strike Force Chief Gabriel Go called for road improvements and stricter action against obstructions after a fire truck hit a parked
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has ordered former chairperson Sheriff Abas to explain allegations of vote-buying linked to his candidacy for Cotabato congressman in the 2026 Bangsamoro parliamentary election. The order cited a social
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The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) and the Office of the Ombudsman
Sen. Panfilo “Ping” Lacson said new witnesses have approached the Office of
Sen. Loren Legarda’s spokesman, lawyer Tony La Viña, said there is no
Sen. Bong Go urged Philippine athletes competing in the 20th Asian Games
The International Energy Agency (IEA) expects coal demand in the Philippines to remain stable this year as coal-fired power plants continue to meet the
SM Offices and Visa have signed an expansion lease that will allow the digital payments company to more than double its office space at
The Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) is strengthening ports nationwide to make them more resilient against typhoons, earthquakes, heavy rains and strong waves. PPA General
Security Bank Corporation remains optimistic about its growth prospects despite global economic uncertainty and the prolonged conflict in the Middle East, citing stronger bank
The Philippine government launched the final draft of the Philippines AI+ Infrastructure Masterplan 2026–2033, a $34.4-billion roadmap aimed at making the country a regional
The Philippine Women’s National Team is confident heading into its Asian Games opener against Uzbekistan, with PFF President John Gutierrez predicting a victory for the Filipinas. The team will look to repeat its earlier
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Elena Rybakina captured her first US Open title and rose to the
Alex Eala made her runway debut at the Tory Burch show during
Filipino boxing legend Manny Pacquiao is reportedly in talks for a potential
PLDT High Speed Hitters secured third place in the PVL Invitational after
Rafael Manuel’s feature film “Filipiñana” has been selected as the Philippines’ official entry for the 2027 Academy Awards in the Best International Feature Film
Filipino-American singer-songwriter Bruno Mars has added a third Philippine concert date to his “The Romantic” world tour due to strong demand from Filipino fans.
Popular radio DJ Papa Dudut denied rumors that his dramatic weight loss was caused by illness, saying he achieved it through dieting, exercise, and
Moviegoers can watch films in theaters for just ₱100 on September 12 as the Philippines holds its first National Cinema Day. Organized by the
The King of the Monsters returns in the latest trailer for “Godzilla Minus Zero,” which introduces a familiar threat that could challenge Godzilla once
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The Department of Tourism (DOT) said the ongoing Middle East conflict continues to substantially affect the Philippine tourism industry by disrupting travel flows, fuel supplies, and increasing transportation and operating costs. During an Asian Development Bank webinar, DOT
John Arcilla said portraying General Antonio Luna in the 2015 historical film Heneral Luna remains the most transformative role of his career, significantly boosting both his popularity and earning power. Speaking at the Star Magic Spotlight press conference,
MIA Sports Center and Malaysia’s New Vision Badminton Academy (NVBA) have partnered to establish the NVBA-MIA Badminton Academy, which will officially open on Aug. 1 in Pasay City. The academy will adopt NVBA’s internationally recognized training system, with
Japan and the Philippines have exchanged diplomatic notes for the Acquisition and Cross-Servicing Agreement (ACSA), which will take effect on Aug. 22, 2026. The agreement establishes a framework for the reciprocal provision of supplies and services between Japan’s
The China Coast Guard again used water cannon against Philippine government vessels near Bajo de Masinloc on Friday during a mission to deliver fuel subsidies and assistance to Filipino fishermen, according to the Philippine Coast Guard. The incident
Tropical Storm Kiyapo (international name: Noul) made landfall over Camiguin Island in Calayan, Cagayan on Friday afternoon with maximum sustained winds of 85 kph and gusts of up to 115 kph, according to PAGASA. Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal
Five students have asked the Supreme Court to stop the cutting of trees along Roxas Boulevard and Quirino Avenue for the Southern Access Link Expressway (SALEX) project by seeking a temporary environmental protection order. In a petition filed
Senator Paolo “Bam” Aquino IV is pushing for the passage of a bill to raise the annual income tax exemption threshold from P250,000 to P480,000, thereby increasing Filipino workers’ take-home pay. Under Senate Bill No. 267, individuals earning
Leyte Rep. Ferdinand Martin Romualdez is prepared to answer any complaint filed against him and is confident the evidence will support his position, his spokesperson, lawyer Elaine Atienza, said on Friday. Her statement came after reports that a