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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The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has extended PHP7.1 million in humanitarian aid to families affected by a recent fire along NIA Road in Barangay Pinyahan, Quezon City, which left around 4,000 families homeless. According to
The Department of Education (DepEd) ordered stricter energy-saving measures and implemented work-from-home Fridays for non-teaching personnel amid rising oil prices linked to tensions in the Middle East. The directive, under DepEd Memorandum No. 18, series of 2026, follows
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. urged sustained policy reforms and cultural transformation to achieve genuine gender equality worldwide. Speaking at the 70th session of the Commission on the Status of Women at the United Nations headquarters in New
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. called for stronger global cooperation to promote women’s rights and remove barriers limiting opportunities for women and girls. He made the appeal during the 70th session of the Commission on the Status of
The Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO), Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA), and the Quezon City Local Government Unit joined forces to provide immediate relief to around 2,000 families displaced by a fire in Barangay Pinyahan, Quezon City. The
The Philippines will host the first-ever Southeast Asian Plus Youth Games from December 2 to 14, 2027, a regional tournament for Under-17 athletes held a year before the Asian Youth Games. Abraham “Bambol” Tolentino, Philippine Olympic Committee President,
Marina Summers, who recently came out as a transgender woman, expressed gratitude for being recognized as a woman during International Women’s Month, despite facing online transphobic attacks. The “Drag Race Philippines” alum shared on Instagram that being featured
The Supply Chain Management Association of the Philippines (SCMAP) said manufacturing companies are exploring ways to absorb rising fuel costs before passing them on to consumers, stressing that price increases for basic goods will be a last resort.
Around 2,000 families displaced by a fire in Barangay Pinyahan, Quezon City, received relief assistance from the PCSO, MMDA, and the Quezon City LGU. The aid included “Charitimba” buckets with food and essentials, as well as modular evacuation