Labor groups and human rights organizations held their annual Labor Day protest in Manila on Friday, demanding a P1,200 minimum wage increase and the removal of VAT and fuel excise taxes amid the ongoing oil crisis. Led by Bagong Alyansang Makabayan and
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Senator Raffy Tulfo raised concerns over the rising cases of Filipinos falling victim to illegal recruitment, human trafficking, and online scams during a Senate hearing. He said many overseas Filipino workers have
The Bureau of Internal Revenue now requires online sellers to display registration certificates and a
Spotify introduced a new “Verified by Spotify” badge to help listeners distinguish human musicians from
Labor groups and human rights organizations held their annual Labor Day protest in Manila on Friday, demanding a P1,200 minimum wage increase and the
The Philippines will donate 40 generator sets to Ukraine as humanitarian aid to help restore power infrastructure damaged by the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. Ukrainian
The Department of Education will expand its subsidy program for private school students to cover over 2.4 million beneficiaries for School Year 2026–2027 under
The Land Transportation Office clarified that there is no blanket ban on e-bikes and e-trikes, saying these vehicles are still allowed on city and
The Presidential Communications Office commended the National Bureau of Investigation for swiftly arresting former broadcaster Jay Sonza over alleged disinformation regarding President Ferdinand Marcos
Senator Raffy Tulfo raised concerns over the rising cases of Filipinos falling victim to illegal recruitment, human trafficking, and online scams during a Senate hearing. He said many overseas Filipino workers have lost jobs
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Davao City Rep. Paolo Duterte alleged that the Statements of Assets, Liabilities,
Sen. Risa Hontiveros called on the government to strengthen social services to
A “highly regarded diplomatic source,” as cited by Department of Foreign Affairs
Camarines Sur representatives Luigi Villafuerte and Migz Villafuerte are pushing for the
The Bureau of Internal Revenue now requires online sellers to display registration certificates and a new registration seal badge on their platforms to help
Jollibee, the flagship brand of Jollibee Foods Corp., has been named the No. 1 chicken quick-service restaurant (QSR) in Southeast Asia by Euromonitor International.
The European Union expects higher investment flows to the Philippines once a free trade agreement (FTA) is completed, according to EU officials. EU Delegation
The partnership between the Philippine National Police Anti-Cybercrime Group and GCash has been strengthened with the appointment of GCash Chief Information Security Officer Miguel
The Department of Energy announced a major fuel price rollback, with diesel and kerosene dropping by nearly P13 and P15.71 per liter, respectively, while
The 6th Asian Beach Games concluded in Sanya, China, with a grand closing ceremony, marking the end of the competition and the start of preparations for the Philippines’ hosting of the 2028 edition in
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Seoul Cycling Team topped Stage Two of the MPTC Tour of Luzon
Former world title challenger Giemel Magramo made weight after a second attempt
The Philippine Sports Commission has awarded incentives to 96 athletes and 52
The Gilas Pilipinas 3×3 men’s team fell to Iran, 14-21, but still
Spotify introduced a new “Verified by Spotify” badge to help listeners distinguish human musicians from AI-generated music as synthetic tracks continue to grow on
P-pop girl group BINI received the Billboard Philippines Global Force honor at the 2026 Billboard Women in Music Awards in Los Angeles, becoming the
Actress Kaila Estrada has sparked renewed dating rumors with actor Daniel Padilla after attending his 31st birthday celebration with family and friends. Photos from
Seasoned actress Ai-Ai delas Alas stars in the inspirational drama “My Bespren Emman” on TV5, where she plays Sister Rebecca, a nun with a
Filipino singer Matty Juniosa advanced to the finals of Britain’s Got Talent after earning a second Golden Buzzer during the semifinals for his performance
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Senate President Pro Tempore Panfilo Lacson accused Sen. Rodante Marcoleta of acting as a mouthpiece for China and detained contractors Sarah and Curlee Discaya, criticizing Marcoleta’s past statements on the West Philippine Sea and the Kalayaan Island Group.
Forty-two lawmakers filed House Bill 8393 to define and penalize violence against women in politics (VAWP), citing gaps in existing laws like the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act, the Safe Spaces Act, and the Cybercrime Prevention
ML party-list Rep. Leila de Lima, Ramon Magsaysay awardee Fr. Flavie Villanueva, and Bureau of Corrections chief Gregorio Catapang filed complaints of perjury and cyberlibel against lawyer Levi Baligod and 18 mostly former Marines who alleged delivering billions
Senator Imee Marcos filed Resolution 340, urging the Philippine government to secure the immediate release of former President Rodrigo Duterte from detention at the International Criminal Court in The Hague, marking one year since his arrest on March
Hans Leo Cacdac, Secretary of the Department of Migrant Workers, ordered the recall of a staff member at the Migrant Workers Office in Bahrain after a viral video showed the employee behaving rudely toward overseas Filipino workers (OFWs)
The Sandiganbayan has issued a writ of preliminary attachment against 16 properties owned by fugitive former lawmaker Elizaldy “Zaldy” Co in connection with alleged anomalies in flood control projects. In a resolution dated March 4, the court’s Fifth
Malacañang Palace dismissed Vice President Sara Duterte’s suggestion that the government could simply send airplanes to bring home distressed overseas Filipino workers from the conflict-hit Middle East. Palace press officer Claire Castro said large portions of the region’s
The Office for Transportation Security (OTS) will enforce stricter security screening at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) ahead of the expected surge of travelers during Holy Week. OTS Administrator Gilberto Cruz said the agency will enhance coordination with
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. warned businesses against exploiting the ongoing Middle East crisis, saying the government will pursue legal action against those engaged in profiteering. Palace press officer Claire Castro said the administration will hold violators accountable