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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Parañaque 2nd District Rep. Brian Raymund Yamsuan has urged the government to adopt work-from-home arrangements and online classes to help Filipinos cope with potential spikes in fuel prices amid escalating Middle East tensions. He noted that workers and
A senior opposition lawmaker, Jesus Manuel Suntay, was censured by the House Committee on Justice after making remarks comparing Vice President Sara Duterte calling herself a “designated survivor” to his personal attraction to actress Anne Curtis. Committee members
Education Secretary Sonny Angara has ordered the full implementation of the Strengthened Senior High School (SHS) curriculum in all public and private schools starting school year 2026–2027 to boost graduate employability. Under DepEd Memorandum 012, the curriculum introduces
West Zone concessionaire Maynilad Water Services Inc. is investing ₱7.7 billion in 2026 to cut non-revenue water (NRW), aiming to reduce losses from unbilled or leaked water in its network. Over half of the budget will be spent
South Korean singer and actress Kim Se-jeong wowed Filipino fans during her “Tenth Letter” fan concert on Saturday at the New Frontier Theater, performing despite battling a cold. Fans, dressed in school uniforms inspired by her TV shows,
The Philippine women’s national football team is gearing up to face South Korea in the AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026 after a 0-1 loss to Australia, with coach Mark Torcaso expressing confidence in the Filipinas’ determination and fighting
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said he may seek special powers from Congress to temporarily reduce excise taxes on fuel if Dubai crude oil prices exceed $80 per barrel amid tensions in the Middle East. He stressed the measure
The wireless unit of PLDT Inc. has completed successful tests of its direct-to-device satellite service in coastal towns of Ilocos Norte facing the West Philippine Sea, moving closer to a planned 2027 commercial rollout. Smart Communications conducted trials
Drones struck the Embassy of the United States, Riyadh, on Tuesday as Iran retaliated against industrial and diplomatic targets across the Middle East, days after US and Israeli strikes reportedly killed Iran’s supreme leader. Smoke damage was seen