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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The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) announced significant strides in its counter-insurgency operations, highlighting the weakening of New People’s Army (NPA) structures and neutralization of key leaders. While not claiming “zero active fronts,” they emphasized a substantial
Filipina actress Andrea Brillantes made a dazzling debut at #16 on the “100 Most Beautiful Faces of 2023” list by TC Candler and the Independent Critics. This marks the first appearance for several other Filipino stars, including P-pop
EJ Obiena soared above the competition to claim the San Miguel Corp.-PSA Athlete of the Year award, capping off a stellar 2023 filled with record-breaking performances and golden triumphs. His three major international gold medals, Olympic qualification, and
In a legal move that could have significant implications for the tech industry, the New York Times has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, the owner of ChatGPT, and Microsoft, alleging copyright infringement that amounts to “billions of dollars”
The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) announced plans to open five new medical schools in 2024, offering free programs to underprivileged Filipino students. This initiative aims to boost the nation’s healthcare workforce and address gaps in underserved areas.
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) rebuffed China’s accusations of American influence in the West Philippine Sea, calling them “fabricated narratives” aimed at deflecting blame for rising tensions. The PCG’s response, led by spokesman Commodore Jay Tarriela, targeted an
Fans of the popular rock band Paramore were left bewildered and uncertain after the band’s social media accounts and website were completely wiped clean. This included the removal of all posts on Paramore’s Instagram and X (formerly Twitter)
The National Golf Association of the Philippines (NGAP) is preparing to support Bianca Pagdanganan and Miguel Tabuena in their quest for a spot in the 2024 Paris Olympics. After two productive years of revitalizing its programs and activities,
