ASEAN members have expressed strong support for greater regional connectivity, particularly in expanding air services, the Department of Tourism (DOT) said. Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco highlighted opportunities for route development at Philippine gateways such as Manila, Cebu, Bohol, Davao, and Iloilo.
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The House of Representatives will be ready to receive any impeachment complaints against Vice President Sara Duterte starting Feb. 6, when the Supreme Court’s one-year bar on filing lapses. House leaders said
A University of the Philippines Los Baños (UPLB) study found that the strength and structural
David Licauco expressed deep respect for journalists, highlighting the dangers and sacrifices of their work,
ASEAN members have expressed strong support for greater regional connectivity, particularly in expanding air services, the Department of Tourism (DOT) said. Tourism Secretary Christina
The Department of Education (DepEd) faces ongoing challenges in ensuring timely textbook delivery, despite streamlining procurement processes. A Senate-backed report by the Second Congressional
ASEAN tourism ministers have highlighted cruise tourism as a key market for attracting more foreign visitors to the region. They urged member states to
The Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC) has secured a new freeze order in the investigation of alleged ghost flood control projects, bringing total frozen assets
The DSWD will prioritize the oldest indigent Filipinos under its Social Pension Program, which is allocated P51.8 billion in the 2026 budget. Republic Act
The House of Representatives will be ready to receive any impeachment complaints against Vice President Sara Duterte starting Feb. 6, when the Supreme Court’s one-year bar on filing lapses. House leaders said the chamber
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Women’s group GABRIELA has condemned the Indang Municipal Police Station in Cavite
San Juan City Mayor Francis Zamora called for faster classroom construction during
Senate President Vicente Sotto III expressed concern over some senators’ apparent pro-China
FPJ Panday Bayanihan Party-list Rep. Brian Poe called for a people-first approach
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
Local government units (LGUs) have received a P1.19-trillion national tax allotment (NTA) for 2026, providing funds to implement infrastructure, welfare, and public service programs
World No. 11 pole vaulter EJ Obiena finished fifth at the Perch’Xtrem meet in Caen, France, clearing 5.75 meters, ending his European tour before heading to the Asian Indoor Athletics Championships in Tianjin on
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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
Sixteen-year-old Cash Hoover and veteran Ben Skinner stole the spotlight at the
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
Host and actor Edward Barber officially started his path to becoming a pastor, fulfilling a long-held spiritual goal, with Favor Church Manila announcing his
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Alden Richards, hailed as “Asia’s Multimedia Star,” is celebrating his 15th year in showbiz with a heartfelt fan meet titled “ARXV: Moving ForwARd” on Dec. 13 at Santa Rosa Laguna. Richards emphasized that he personally shaped every detail
Gilas Pilipinas defended its home court with a 95-71 victory over Guam in their FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifier clash at Blue Eagle Gym in Quezon City, completing a sweep of the first window. Justin Brownlee led the
Malacañang rejected claims that President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is at his “weakest” amid ongoing corruption scandals, saying he continues to lead investigations and hold officials accountable. Palace Press Officer Claire Castro cited the arrest and charging of high-profile
The Department of Education’s school-based feeding program will support 4.49 million students for 200 days next year, following the Senate’s approval of a ₱28.66-billion budget. Education Secretary Sonny Angara said proper nutrition is essential to improving early literacy,
The Commission on Audit flagged the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority for delays in implementing 2024 infrastructure projects worth P1.1 billion, including eight flood control and sewerage initiatives. Of the 125 programmed projects, 21 remained unfinished by the end
Malacañang defended the Department of Trade and Industry’s claim that ₱500 is enough for a basic Noche Buena meal for a family of four, saying the discussion focused on feasibility rather than lavish celebration. Presidential Communications Undersecretary Claire
Former Ako Bicol representative Zaldy Co, linked to the multibillion-peso flood control bribery scandal, is believed to be in Portugal, Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla said Monday. Authorities urged the public to report sightings of Co, who may hold
Akbayan Rep. Chel Diokno urged President Marcos to demonstrate his commitment to fighting corruption by certifying the anti-political dynasty bill (HB 5905) as urgent in the House of Representatives. The bill seeks to bar relatives of incumbent officials,
Manila Mayor Isko Moreno reminded protesters that freedom of expression is a right, but it should not compromise the city’s cleanliness or waste public funds. His statement came after the “Baha sa Luneta 2.0” rally, where participants marched
