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
MoreSenator 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
MoreDavao 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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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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Sandara Park has denied drug-related allegations made by her fellow 2NE1 member Park Bom. In a brief Instagram Story on March 4, Sandara stated, “I have never used drugs. I wish her well.” Park Bom had claimed in
The 5150 Triathlon in Guimaras this weekend marks the start of the Philippines’ new triathlon season and highlights the province’s debut as a host for multi-sport events. The race also aims to boost the country’s sports tourism efforts.
The Philippines showcased its potential as a key supplier of critical minerals at its first-ever country space during the Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) Convention 2026 in Toronto. Ambassador Jose Victor Chan-Gonzaga highlighted the country’s substantial
The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) has urged restraint and an immediate halt to hostilities in the Middle East following US and Israeli strikes on Iran and Iran’s retaliatory attacks across the region. ASEAN foreign ministers called
The House of Representatives approved House Bill 7808, which would require all college students to study the Philippines’ history during World War II as part of their higher education curriculum. The bill passed third and final reading with
The Philippine government will provide at least ₱100 million in fuel subsidies to farmers and fishers amid rising oil prices caused by Middle East tensions, the Department of Agriculture (DA) announced. Farmers will receive ₱5,000 each, while fishers
Vice President Sara Duterte filed perjury charges against self-confessed security consultant Ramil Madriaga at the Taguig City Prosecutor’s Office on Wednesday. She accused Madriaga, an accused kidnapper, of posing as a campaign supporter and fabricating testimonies to implicate
Marikina City Mayor Marjorie Ann “Maan” Teodoro and First District Rep. Marcy Teodoro highlighted the city’s flood control efforts during an inspection by DPWH Secretary Vince Dizon at the Pasig-Marikina River Channel Improvement Project on March 4. The
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said he is ready to certify the proposed Agriculture Cooperatives Act of 2025 as urgent to accelerate support for Filipino farmers and fisherfolk. The announcement was made during a meeting with Senate Agriculture Committee