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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Senate President Pro Tempore Panfilo “Ping” Lacson said the arrest orders for resigned lawmaker Zaldy Co and 17 others show that the Ombudsman’s investigation is serious and not just for show. The Sandiganbayan issued the orders on Nov.
President Marcos announced that the Ombudsman has filed cases and issued arrest warrants against former lawmaker Zaldy Co and 17 others over multibillion-peso flood control project anomalies. He said the warrants were based on evidence gathered by the
Senator Risa Hontiveros has filed Senate Bill 1548, the “Kontra Dinastiya Act,” aiming to prohibit political dynasties and ensure equal access to public service. The bill bars individuals related within the fourth degree to incumbent national or local
Robinsons Retail Holdings Inc. (RRHI) has raised its five-year share buyback program by ₱2 billion, bringing the total to ₱25.77 billion. The company has already repurchased ₱23.6 billion worth of shares, including ₱15.77 billion acquired from GCH Investments
Fatima Bosch of Mexico was crowned Miss Universe 2025 during the 74th edition of the pageant in Thailand, earning Mexico its fourth title and tying the Philippines for most wins in history. She impressed the judges with her
Kai Sotto says he is on track in his recovery from a torn ACL and is targeting a return to basketball by January, a year after his injury. The 7-foot-3 Gilas Pilipinas big man has started shooting during
The Department of Tourism is finalizing measures to ensure airfare transparency and protect consumers, coordinating with the DOTr, Civil Aeronautics Board, DTI, and the Philippine Competition Commission. A code of conduct for online travel agencies will promote fair
The Philippine National Police has intensified operations against the unauthorized sale and use of PNP uniforms. Acting PNP chief Lt. Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. emphasized that the uniform symbolizes authority, integrity, and professionalism. The crackdown follows concerns
The Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) will livestream all hearings on YouTube and Facebook starting next week, unless a closed-door session is requested. Media outlets must apply for access and cover the entire proceedings, with selective coverage prohibited,
