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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Health Secretary Ted Herbosa called for a ban on vape products, citing concerns that the Philippines is lagging behind other Southeast Asian countries in regulating e-cigarettes. In a radio interview on Saturday, Herbosa emphasized that such a ban
The Philippine government is accelerating the development of its halal industry and expanding Islamic banking as part of a strategy to integrate more with the global economy, Philippine Ambassador to Indonesia Christopher Montero said at the Indonesia Economic
A fire broke out on Mt. Arayat in Pampanga on February 25 but spared the Mt. Arayat Protected Landscape (MAPL), the DENR confirmed. Ground assessments showed the blaze burned about 6.41 hectares of grassland and scrub vegetation outside
Religious leader Efraim Tendero clarified his role as a witness to the notarized affidavit of 18 supposed ex-Marines, who alleged they delivered cash to top officials, including President Marcos Jr. and lawmakers, under instructions from former Ako Bicol
Malacañang dismissed rumors that President Marcos had been rushed to a hospital, clarifying that he was in a private meeting with the Presidential Management Staff over the weekend. PCO Undersecretary Claire Castro confirmed that Marcos was not at
Senator Francis “Chiz” Escudero urged the Senate Committee on Energy to tackle Senate Bill No. 498, which seeks to provide better protection and benefits for power sector workers. He emphasized that while consumers face rising electricity rates, frontline
Senator Ralph Recto has been appointed as vice admiral of the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) Auxiliary and pledged to boost the organization’s budget. He emphasized support for the force’s 108,867 members to ensure they can effectively perform their
Senator Mark Villar filed Senate Bill No. 1886, or the Vision Care for Kids Act, to expand access to eye care services for Filipino children, especially in underserved communities. The measure seeks to establish a grant program under
The Armed Forces of the Philippines conducted joint naval and air exercises with the United States and Japan in the West Philippine Sea to test combat readiness and trilateral interoperability. The 15th Multilateral Maritime Cooperative Activity (MMCA) took