The government plans to spend P1.4 billion in the first quarter of 2026 to support economic recovery, Department of Finance Secretary Frederick Go said. The funds, considered primary spending, exclude payments for government liabilities and will be released in coordination with the
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Pasig City Rep. Roman Romulo highlighted two key takeaways from the final report of the Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM II), which was submitted to Congress and President Marcos on January
The government is exploring ways to lower domestic airfares after complaints that local flights are
Ai-Ai delas Alas said she still considers Kris Aquino a good friend despite their past
The government plans to spend P1.4 billion in the first quarter of 2026 to support economic recovery, Department of Finance Secretary Frederick Go said.
The 30th Panagbenga Festival opened in Baguio on February 1 with a vibrant Mardi Gras parade featuring school drum and lyre corps, under the
The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) called for greater vigilance against human trafficking, describing it as a serious and persistent threat in
Power supply across the Philippine grid improved in December 2025, with system-wide capacity rising to 20,233 MW while demand fell slightly to 13,440 MW,
Around 97.7 percent of barangays nationwide, or 38,523 in total, have complied with the Barangay Full Disclosure Policy (BFDP), the highest level ever recorded,
Pasig City Rep. Roman Romulo highlighted two key takeaways from the final report of the Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM II), which was submitted to Congress and President Marcos on January 23, 2026.
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A House committee has approved a bill directing TESDA to provide targeted
First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos met with Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan during a
A bill in the House of Representatives seeks to increase monthly cash
President Marcos has urged Filipinos to propose policies that could address the
The government is exploring ways to lower domestic airfares after complaints that local flights are often more expensive than international ones. The Department of
A University of the Philippines Los Baños (UPLB) study found that the strength and structural quality of three commercially important bamboo species in the
Jollibee Group’s South Korean coffee brand, Compose Coffee, has earned the highest customer satisfaction rating among Korea’s leading low-cost franchises, scoring 3.97 out of
The country’s agricultural output rose 2.6 percent in 2025 to nearly P1.8 trillion, marking the highest growth in five years, driven mainly by the
Britain’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) proposed allowing website publishers to opt out of having their content used in Google’s AI Overviews feature, aiming
The San Miguel Beermen successfully defended their PBA Philippine Cup title with a 92-77 win over TNT Tropang 5G in Game 6 at the Mall of Asia Arena, securing their third championship in four
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World No. 11 pole vaulter EJ Obiena finished fifth at the Perch’Xtrem
Lyceum of the Philippines University has named Jamike Jarin as its new
Alex Eala bowed out of the Philippine Women’s Open after losing to
TNT displayed resilience and dominated San Miguel Beer 110-87 in Game 4
Ai-Ai delas Alas said she still considers Kris Aquino a good friend despite their past falling out. The comedienne revealed she tried to reach
David Licauco expressed deep respect for journalists, highlighting the dangers and sacrifices of their work, during an interview on GMA Network’s 24 Oras while
Miss Universe Philippines 2023 Michelle Dee filed a blotter report with Barangay Urdaneta in Makati City on January 18, accusing the driver of her
Barretto matriarch Inday Barretto, mother of actors Gretchen, Marjorie, and Claudine Barretto, has died at the age of 89. Known in showbiz as Mommy
K-pop group EXO is set to return to the Philippines for a two-night concert on July 4 and 5 at the SM Mall of
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President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. returned to Manila following a significant trilateral meeting with US President Joe Biden and Japan Prime Minister Fumio Kishida in Washington. Marcos highlighted collaborative efforts with the US and Japan as pivotal for a
The Philippines is set to host the Southeast Asian Trail Running Cup in Bontoc, Mountain Province, in June. With over 200 elite trail runners expected to compete, the event aims to highlight the country’s natural beauty and position
The Philippines has secured re-election to two key United Nations commissions, emphasizing its commitment to gender equality, women’s empowerment, and scientific advancement. Re-elected to the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) for the term 2025-2029,
The upcoming 6th Indo-Pacific Business Forum (IPBF) in Manila, scheduled for May 21, is anticipated to attract significant foreign investments into the Philippines, fostering job creation and economic opportunities for Filipinos. House of Representatives Speaker Martin Romualdez expressed
Filipino rock band Lola Amour has unveiled their highly anticipated first full-length album after a five-year journey. The release was celebrated at a vibrant event held at the Circuit Makati concert grounds, where the band performed all the
The Philippine National Police (PNP) announced its intent to tighten enforcement of regulations governing the use of sirens and blinkers following President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr.’s directive banning their use by government officials and personnel. PNP spokesperson Police
The viral sensation “Selos” by Bangsamoro pop singer Shaira Moro has made a comeback on streaming platforms. While no official statement has been released from Moro’s camp, the song is now accessible on Spotify and YouTube. This development
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) assures the safety of the Internet voting system to be implemented for the 2025 midterm elections, emphasizing its resilience against potential disruptions, including artificial intelligence (AI) interference. Overseas Filipino voters in countries permitting
Philippine unemployment rate dropped to 3.5% in February, a significant decrease from 4.5% in January. This translates to 1.8 million unemployed Filipinos, the lowest since December 2023. The increase in employment is attributed to seasonal hiring in wholesale
