Houston, United States—Tesla CEO Elon Musk unveiled what he described as a “flying” car, equipped with thrusters, during a livestreamed event at his SpaceX rocket company’s facility on Thursday, October 15. Technical…
MANILA, Philippines — Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan welcomed the prospect of face-to-face talks with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., the Chinese Embassy in Manila said on Friday, after the president said he would summon…
MANILA, Philippines–Phoenix coach Charles Tiu liked what he saw from Marcellus Earlington in a winning debut against Meralco in the 2026 PBA Governors’ Cup after pondering tapping two players who would go on to play in…
WUHAN–Sonay Kartal claimed the second top-10 win of her career and guaranteed herself a return to the top 100 with a 6-2, 2-6, 6-4 victory over Ukrainian world number six Elina Svitolina in the Wuhan Open. The first…
WUHAN–Iga Swiatek kept up her bid for a WTA Finals place with a 6-4, 6-1 victory over Ann Li on Friday that set up an all-Polish semi-final at the Wuhan Open. The six-time Grand Slam champion will face Maja Chwalinska…
Phoenix, with Ricci Rivero playing the lead role, assured itself a spot in the quarterfinals of the 2026 PBA Governors’ Cup after coming back to defeat Meralco, 105-101, on Friday at Ynares Center in Antipolo. Rivero…
SHANGHAI — Rafael Jodar became the youngest semifinalist in Shanghai Masters history after advancing with a victory over Casper Ruud on Friday. The 20-year-old Spaniard was a set down and rallied to a 4-6, 6-4, 6-3 win…
Team preview of the Orlando Magic ahead of the 2026-2027 NBA season. Last NBA season: 45-37, lost to Detroit in first round of playoffs. Coach: Sean Sweeney (first-time NBA head coach, hired June 1). Season opener: Oct…
MANILA, Philippines — While it is true that China is stronger based on military might, a lawmaker has maintained that the battle for sovereign rights over the West Philippine Sea (WPS) was already won by the…
Team preview of the Chicago Bulls ahead of the 2026-2027 NBA season. Last NBA season: 31-51, missed playoffs. Coach: Tiago Splitter (first season with Bulls, second season overall, 42-39). Season Opener: Oct. 21 at…
Mayor Nestor Archival has proposed a ₱15-billion budget for 2027, allocating nearly half of the spending plan to general public services and another 30 percent to social services, as the city prepares its appropriations…
MANILA, Philippines—Lyceum found every motivation it could get on Friday night to defeat lowly San Sebastian, 78-77, in the NCAA Season 102 men’s basketball tournament at San Juan Arena. The Pirates endured a difficult…
Team preview of the Dallas Mavericks ahead of the 2026-2027 NBA season. Last NBA season: 26-56, missed playoffs Coach: Dusty May (first-time NBA head coach, hired June 22). Season opener: Oct. 21 at Houston. Departures…
MANDAUE CITY, Cebu — Persons in possession of firearms in Mandaue City could face under a proposed ordinance fines, community service and imprisonment if their negligence results in the access of minors to unsecured…
Team preview of the Minnesota Timberwolves ahead of the 2026-2027 NBA season. Last NBA season: 49-33, lost to San Antonio in second round of playoffs. Coach: Chris Finch (seventh season, 258-193). Season opener: Oct. 21…
MANILA, Philippines—Four candidates have filed their certificates of candidacy (COCs) for the vacant lone congressional seat in Batanes ahead of the special elections on Nov. 28. Commission on Elections (Comelec)…
Team preview of the New York Knicks ahead of the 2026-2027 NBA season. Last season: 53-29, won NBA championship. Coach: Mike Brown (2nd season with Knicks, 13th season overall, 507-333). Season opener: Oct. 20 vs…
Team preview of the Brooklyn Nets ahead of the 2026-2027 NBA season. Last season: 20-62, missed playoffs. Coach: Jordi Fernandez (3rd season, 46-118). Season opener: Oct. 21 vs. Charlotte. Departure: C Nic Claxton, F…
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MANILA, Philippines–Converge gave hapless Macau a rough ending to its two-conference participation as guest team after taking a 162-108 victory in Friday’s 2026 PBA Governors’ Cup action at Ynares Center in Antipolo…
SM Seaside City Cebu welcomed the holiday season on October 16, 2026 with the launch of its SM Seaside Wonder Express, a Victorian-inspired, train-themed Christmas centerpiece at the Mountain Wing Atrium. The…
MANILA, Philippines — Former Surigao del Norte Rep. Robert Ace Barbers has maintained that peace is measured by one country’s ability to respect its neighbors rather than purely military strength, countering remarks…
MANILA, Philippines — Consunji-led Concreat Holdings Philippines (CHP) said its two cement plants recover and reuse about 50 million liters of water annually, reducing their freshwater needs amid risks from prolonged…
MANILA, Philippines — Lawmakers from the House of Representatives’ so-called Young Guns bloc have maintained that true peace will not be attained if one side makes threats — in response to Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan’s…
MANILA, Philippines—Mapua won yet another overtime game in the NCAA Season 102 men’s basketball tournament, defeating Perpetual Help, 65-60, at San Juan Arena on Friday. The Cardinals extended their winning streak to…
Team preview of the Milwaukee Bucks ahead of the 2026-2027 NBA season. Last NBA season: 32-50, missed playoffs Coach: Taylor Jenkins (1st season with Bucks, 7th season overall, 250-214) Season opener: Oct. 21 at…
Team preview of the Cleveland Cavaliers ahead of the 2026-2027 NBA season. Last NBA season: 52-30, lost to New York in Eastern Conference Finals. Coach: Kenny Atkinson (3rd season with Cavaliers, 7th season overall…
Andrew Lloyd Webber’s musical “Sunset Boulevard” is set to make its Philippine debut in August 2027, with Filipino theater star Joanna Ampil playing the lead. Ampil will portray Norma Desmond, a legendary silent-film…
Following the announcement of his new album ‘Dream Fatigue’ arriving on November 6th, multi-platinum artist Rex Orange County shares the third offering from the forthcoming project, “Hannah Montana”. Fans can stream the…
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine peso weakened further on Friday, hitting another record low against the dollar as expectations of higher US interest rates bolstered the greenback. The local currency opened at 63.03…
LAS VEGAS— Sebastian Fundora is eyeing a shot at boxing’s undisputed super welterweight title, but the WBC champion knows he cannot afford to look past Saturday night’s defense against unbeaten mandatory challenger…
SAN FRANCISCO— Natalie Nakase throws her arms up to guard Gabby Williams one moment, then moves to defend Veronica Burton the next as Golden State’s high-octane coach gets into it to help the Valkyries gear up for the…
MANILA, Philippines — Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian criticized Chinese Ambassador to Manila Jing Quan on Friday for saying that China can “easily win” in a military dispute against the Philippines. “It is not…
Critically acclaimed singer-songwriter Ashe is unveiling her new single “Stop The Wedding!” alongside a video directed by Silken Weinberg. The track is her debut release with Atlantic Records; listen/share the track…
MANILA, Philippines — Flag carrier Philippine Airlines (PAL) will offer discounts on select business class and premium economy seats for the first time, ahead of the peak holiday travel season. PAL’s week-long sale…
Following the viral success of her previous single ‘The Jester and The Queen’, Perth based alt-pop singer/songwriter Alexandria returns with her mischievous new release, ‘Ghost in My Walls’. Trading the medieval romance…
The Metro Cebu Collegiate Basketball League (MCCBL) Season 2 will feature a busy weekend of games at the Lawaan 1 Sports Complex in Talisay City. ...
MANILA, Philippines — Local stocks rallied on Friday as investors hunted for bargains, with lower global bond yields and oil prices supporting sentiment. The benchmark Philippine Stock Exchange Index (PSEi) gained…
Rachel Chinouriri is pleased to today share her second studio album I think I spoke too soon via Atlas Artists / Parlophone Records. She also shares the Dora Paphides-directed video for ‘Pretty girls’, a euphoric ode to…
NEW YORK–Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs were predicted to win the 2027 title with the French superstar taking Most Valuable Player honors in an NBA team general managers survey released on Thursday. In the…
Bianca Manalo opened up about her friendship with her former boyfriend, Sen. Win Gatchalian, saying she supports his commitment to public service despite it being the reason for their breakup. The actress-beauty queen…
The Cebu City Sports Commission (CCSC) is stepping up its efforts to develop sports opportunities for persons with disabilities (PWDs) by organizing a city team that will represent Cebu City in future sporting…
LONDON— Serbian tennis player Stefan Milićević has been given a 24-year ban for allegedly fixing multiple matches and recruiting other players into a “corrupt network,” the International Tennis Integrity Agency said…
Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter, and producer Zach Bryan returns with the new EP Young Manhood and Other Donatable Organs, this Friday, October 16, via Warner Records. Bryan has teased new songs throughout the…
Artist, actor, and performer SVRN unveils “ONE THING I CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT”, a vibrant, feel-good track that blends contemporary pop with the groove of disco R&B to create an upbeat, dance-driven sound that invites…
MANILA, Philippines–Alex Eala said one of the most important lessons of her tennis career has been learning that her value as a person should not depend on whether she wins or loses a match. The world No. 18, who talked…
BRUSSELS, Belgium—European Union (EU) chief Antonio Costa believes it is time to raise the pressure on Russia and support for Kyiv, rallying behind Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky as tensions spike with…
Anker SOLIX, the dedicated clean energy and portable power solutions brand of Anker Innovations, enters the Philippines with the ambition to make decentralized energy more economically accessible for Filipino…
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MANILA, Philippines — Tycoons Lance Gokongwei and Chito Salazar will share the coveted “Management Person of the Year” honor for 2026, awarded by the country’s influential group of business executives, the Management…
WUHAN–Iga Swiatek hit a new milestone on Thursday as she stormed into a second consecutive Wuhan Open quarter-final with a 6-1, 6-4 win over American lucky loser Ashlyn Krueger. The six-time Grand Slam champion recorded…
MANILA, Philippines — Police said they have arrested Lawyer Levito “Levi” Baligod, and 14 of his clients, known as the “maleta boys,” in San Juan on Friday over an “unjust vexation” case. In a phone interview with…
Fresh off the success of his hit drama series ‘Perfect Crown,’ Byeon Woo-seok made his return to Manila with a sold-out fan meeting, ‘The Secret Library,’ at the Mall of Asia Arena on October 10. Having last visited…
LOS ANGELES — After 44 years, the Milwaukee Brewers are finally going back to the World Series. Propelled by a lockdown bullpen and repeated comebacks, the young and fearless Brewers swept the two-time defending…
JAKARTA, Indonesia – Four men have died fighting wildfires in a national park on Indonesia’s Java island, the forestry ministry said Friday, as the southeast Asian country battles a months-long crisis of blazes and…
Karen Davila, whose son David is on the autism spectrum, lambasted the hosts of the controversial podcast Machong Chismisan over their “extremely stupid” banter where they mocked Kris Aquino’s son Josh. Davila was among…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebu City schools will decide whether to suspend face-to-face classes when the Air Quality Index (AQI) reaches 150 to 199, while class suspensions will become automatic once readings hit 200…
Every October, Life Insurance Consciousness Month reminds Filipinos of the importance of protecting themselves and their families from life’s uncertainties. However, awareness is only the first step. The more meaningful…
BEND, United States – A teenager shot and killed three children and a teacher on Thursday at an elementary school in the US state of Oregon, police said, adding the assailant was later killed by an armed bystander who…
Digitalization has brought formal credit closer to Filipinos long been failed by traditional financial infrastructure that was never built for them. But as the industry expands, access alone is no longer enough. True…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — The resumption of the Cebu Schools Athletic Foundation, Inc. (Cesafi) Season 26 collegiate and high school basketball tournaments will feature a marquee matchup between the University of Cebu…
MANILA, Philippines — After nearly three decades without a podium finish, the Philippines returned to the top three at a WorldSkills International competition, with a young Batangueño showing that Filipino talent can…
MANILA, Philippines – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Friday said a remark made by the Chinese ambassador in Manila sounded “very much like a threat” that deserves a discussion between them. Chinese Ambassador Jing…
Elha Nympha confirmed her withdrawal from headlining “Inday: The Musical,” saying her decision was prompted by the alleged “material breaches of contract by the organizers.” Production company Studio A Productions…
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines ranked fifth among countries targeted by Chinese state-sponsored cyber actors, accounting for 2% of their observed global targeting, according to the Microsoft Digital Defense…
LILOAN, Cebu — Ate Gay got a front-row seat to his own funeral. Ate Gay, whose real name is Gil Aducal Morales, made the hearts of netizens drop after posting photos of what looked like a funeral. Later, it was revealed…
LAPU-LAPU City, Philippines — A video posted online of students crossing a swelling river to go to school and back to their homes in a mountain barangay in Balamban town in western Cebu has prompted an appeal for help…
OREGON, United States — A 16-year-old shot his way through locked doors to get into an elementary school in Bend, Oregon, on Thursday, killing three children and a teacher. He was then shot by a person at the scene who…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Governor’s Cup U18 Basketball Tournament 2026 heads to Bantayan Island and the Sibonga Sports Complex for its fourth week of action this weekend, with teams looking to improve their…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — The proposed P470-million waste-processing system remains subject to scrutiny as Mayor Nestor Archival explained the supplier’s justification for the higher price but stopped short of endorsing…
Christmas in Cebu brings families together as relatives return home from work, other provinces and overseas to reconnect over shared meals, familiar traditions and time together. For many Cebuano households, these…
Over 2,000 leaders and professionals from marketing, business, technology, and media gathered at the Manila Marriott Hotel for the opening of DigiCon 2026, spotlighting the growing importance of cross-industry…
MANILA, Philippines – Sen. Risa Hontiveros on Friday said that Beijing’s ambassador to Manila Jing Quan must either retract his “threat” or be declared persona non grata. Jing told the media on Thursday that China could…
MANILA, Philippines — Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. on Friday backed the Department of Foreign Affairs’ (DFA) assessment of Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan’s remarks, saying his statement about the use of force…
MANILA, Philippines — A Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey shows Vice President Sara Duterte posting the highest net satisfaction rating among four top government officials, despite a 10-point decline. The nationwide…
American TV personality and businesswoman Kim Kardashian recently visited the Philippines and enjoyed its white-sand beaches to celebrate her birthday. Kardashian documented her trip through her Instagram page on…
MANILA, Philippines – Sen. Bam Aquino on Friday denounced the mocking of persons with disabilities after hosts of the “Machong Chismisan” podcast made disrespectful remarks against his nephew, Joshua “Josh” Aquino, who…
MANILA, Philippines — Motorists may see gasoline prices fall by as much as P4.20 a liter next week, while an increase in diesel prices may be expected, an industry source said. Gasoline prices may likely be cut by P4 to…
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine peso weakened further on Friday, hitting another record low against the dollar as expectations of higher US interest rates bolstered the greenback. The local currency opened at 63.03…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Senior citizens must choose between an existing promotional offer and their mandatory 20 percent discount, depending on whichever provides greater savings. This follows a Supreme Court ruling…
The Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) celebrated its 175th anniversary with its valued Chinese-Filipino clients through this year’s Mid-Autumn Festival, honoring the generations of relationships, shared values, and…
MANILA, Philippines — The Chinese Embassy in Manila on Friday accused the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) of misinterpreting Ambassador Jing Quan’s remarks that China could “easily win” using force against the…
Amid his battle with cancer, comedian Ate Gay had a celebration of life through a “living funeral” attended by his family and friends. Ate Gay, whose real name is Gil Aducal Morales, gave a glimpse of the gathering held…
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. listens to the public’s concerns and needs when planning and implementing government programs, Palace Press Officer Claire Castro said Thursday Castro’s statement…
A grocery run after work. Dinner with the family. A quick stop for something you forgot to buy. These may seem like small parts of the day, but they are worth thinking about when choosing a home. How far would you need…
Six propellers whir to life, lifting a drone above a field somewhere in Ukraine. A weighted stretcher secured to its frame simulates a wounded soldier in body armor. Far from the front line, the demonstration offers a…
This October, Robinsons Department Store is refreshing the modern male wardrobe with the launch of Men’s Fair 2026, bringing together street-smart staples, elevated essentials, and high-performance activewear for every…
Kris Aquino broke her silence amid the disparaging remarks made by Machong Chismisan podcast hosts against her son Josh, saying she is choosing not to engage in a “word war.” The Queen of All Media said this through her…
Haunted Hotel Halloween returns October 16 – November 15, 2026, with a full month of spooky attractions, scary sweets, and shared thrills for families, couples, and friends There’s a science to screaming together…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Rain showers and thunderstorms could affect parts of Cebu and the rest of the Visayas on Friday, October 16, as the intertropical convergence zone (ITCZ) influences the country’s weather…
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said Friday that he would summon Chinese Ambassador to the Philippines Jing Quan over the envoy’s remarks that China could easily win if it chose to use force. “I…
MANILA, Philippines — Consumer group National Association of Electricity Consumers for Reforms (Nasecore) urged the Department of Energy (DOE) to disclose revised bidding rules for the next Semirara coal operating…
A 16-year-old opened fire at an elementary school in Bend, Oregon, on Thursday, killing three children and a teacher before he was shot by a person at the scene who pursued him into the school, authorities said…
MANILA, Philippines — Motorists may see gasoline prices drop by as much as P4.20 a liter next week, while diesel prices could rise, an industry source said. Gasoline prices will like drop by P4 to P4.20 a liter for the…
October marks the 25th anniversary of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s public service, which began on Oct. 7, 2001, when he became chief minister of Gujarat, and culminated in his elevation as prime minister of India on…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Residents of southern communities here could gain access to additional primary healthcare services as early as November. Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival is targeting the opening of the long-idle…
MANILA, Philippines – The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) on Thursday night flagged the “poor choice of words” made by Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan, who said China could “easily win” if it wants to use force. The…
WASHINGTON, United States – The firing squad execution of a convicted military base shooter will not be livestreamed, US President Donald Trump announced Thursday, canceling a contentious plan by Defense Secretary Pete…
Mr. Justin Sy Uy, Chairman of Jpark Island Resort & Waterpark and President of Profood International Corporation, welcomed President Ferdinand “Bongbong” R. Marcos Jr. during the Public Employment Service Office (PESO)…
Authorities believe at least five people are dead following a shooting at an elementary school in Bend, Oregon, according to two law enforcement officials with knowledge of the case. The officials spoke to The…
LOS ANGELES — Al Pacino has been named the next recipient of the SAG-AFTRA Life Achievement Award. The 86-year-old star of “Dog Day Afternoon,” “Scent of a Woman” and a trilogy of “Godfather” films is the 62nd actor to…
MANILA, Philippines — China could “easily win” a military conflict with the Philippines, but it would not use force to settle maritime disputes between the two countries. This was what Beijing’s ambassador to Manila…
Three films from the 2025 Cinemalaya Independent Film Festival are major winners in the 49th Gawad Urian awards ceremony: “Bloom Where You Are Planted,” “Cinemartyrs,” and “Republika ng Pipolipinas.” “Bloom Where You…
LONDON, United Kingdom — A woman allegedly raped by British comedian Russell Brand more than two decades ago told a court Thursday she was “terrified” and he became “monster-like” before attacking her in a hotel room…
MANILA, Philippines — Former Rep. Raul Daza of the first district of Northern Samar has passed away at the age of 91. This was confirmed by his family on Thursday. Daza’s family said in a statement that the former…
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ROME, Italy — With Pope Leo XIV recovering in hospital on Thursday following his lung cancer operation, questions are swirling about how the illness could change his papacy, fewer than two years after his election. The…
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MANILA, Philippines — Beijing’s ambassador to Manila on Thursday said China could “easily win” a military conflict with the Philippines, but it would not use force to settle maritime disputes between the two countries…
ANTIPOLO—Bella Belen welcomed the appointment of Angiolino Frigoni as the new Alas Pilipinas women’s volleyball coach after delivering a career-high 35 points to power Capital1 past Akari, 28-26, 22-25, 25-15, 23-25…
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Pickleball world No. 1 Anna Leigh Waters has finished her three-day Philippine tour, and plans have already been finalized to bring her back in December. The 19-year-old star of the fast-rising global sport announced…
Converge coach Delta Pineda was talking about adjustments the team still needs despite coming off a decisive rout of Titan Ultra in the PBA Governors’ Cup recently. “We need to find a way to maintain our intensity…
Robert Bolick understood where Jimmy Alapag was coming from when the NLEX coach made sure he would get his message across after a sluggish first half against Titan Ultra on Wednesday. The Road Warriors would eventually…
Rupert Zaragosa came back from two shots down at the start of the day to win for the first time this season, as a closing four-under-par 68 gave him a one-shot win over Zannie Boy Gialon and Keanu Jahns in the ICTSI…
So what’s wrong with doing business with China? How can it be a national security threat?” Vice President Sara Duterte had riposted, shortly after a prosecution witness at last week’s impeachment trial testified that…
In our basketball-crazy nation, we hardly speak of curveballs that are used in sports lingo. A curveball is served by a pitcher in a way that causes the ball to spin and veer off a straight path. The batter then finds…
Wealth. Fame. Power. The human condition has long been defined by a striking paradox. While our deepest psychological and existential needs are rooted in connection, meaning, and transcendence, our daily pursuits are…
2026 marks the 80th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the Philippines and Austria. Curiously, it is older—by a year—than our formal diplomatic relations with Spain, which count only 79 years despite our 333…
For many Filipino families, payday means setting aside money for food, rent, electricity, and loan payments. By the time those bills are paid, little may be left to save. Another unexpected expense can mean another…
Early this week, Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla reported that his office had filed 39 cases in connection with the flood control scandal, 35 of which were filed in the Sandiganbayan and four in regional trial courts…
The many online remarks about how San Juan Rep. Ysabel Maria Zamora conducted the direct examination of Maj. Joericson Sangalang, chief of the Records Division of the Philippine National Police Firearms and Explosives…
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ROME, Italy — Pope Leo XIV met with a top aide on Thursday and resumed working from the hospital, as doctors reported his lung had recovered well from surgery to remove a cancerous nodule. Leo’s post-operative tests…
MANILA, Philippines — Expectations of higher US interest rates bolstered the greenback and dragged the Philippine peso past 63 per dollar for the first time on Thursday, putting the spotlight on how the Bangko Sentral…
MANILA, Philippines — Money sent home by Filipinos overseas hit a three-month low in August, as remittance growth remained modest amid geopolitical risks facing migrant workers abroad. Latest data from the Bangko…
MANILA, Philippines — Cebu Pacific managed to grow its passenger traffic in the traditionally lean month of September, thanks to its larger domestic network, which delivered enough growth to offset a decline in…
CLARK, Pampanga—United Parcel Service Co. (UPS) has brought its $80-million in a new hub at Clark International Airport as it continues to strengthen its logistics network across Asia Pacific. The global logistics and…
MANILA, Philippines — Philex Mining Corp. has resolved a labor dispute with union workers at its Padcal mine site in Benguet, ending a days-long strike over a collective bargaining agreement (CBA). The mining company…
MANILA, Philippines — When business leaders discuss strategic risk, they usually focus on what is new: the startup investment, cross-border acquisition, digital transformation or multibillion-peso capital proposal. They…
MANILA, Philippines — Major investments are pushing Cebu’s tourism and commercial activity beyond its familiar and better-known tourism districts, giving travelers more reasons to stay in areas that businesses once…
MANILA, Philippines — There seems to be no end in sight to the changes in the Cabinet, even as the Marcos administration approaches the end of its term. This week alone saw Dave Gomez replaced by Lino Cayetano as head…
MANILA, Philippines — Shenzhen Airlines is seeking regulatory approval to expand its operations in the Philippines, as China’s fifth-largest airline looks to capitalize on growing travel demand between the two Asian…
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Agriculture (DA) is seeking more support from tollway operators for an initiative to ease the impact of rising fuel costs on the farm sector and Filipino consumers. The agency…
MANILA, Philippines – The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) will provide financial and medical assistance, including the repatriation of seven Filipino workers injured in attacks attributed to Houthi forces in Saudi…
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Paris, France—A super El Nino fuelling record ocean temperatures poses a “terrifying” threat to the world’s fragile coral reefs, the chair of the UN’s expert nature panel told AFP. Marine scientist David Obura said the…
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MANILA, Philippines — The possible speedy disposition of the plunder case of Sen. Rodante Marcoleta may possibly break the record, Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla said on Friday. Remulla made this remark as Ombudsman’s…
MANILA, Philippines — The House prosecution panel rejected suggestions of a compromise that would convict Vice President Sara Z. Duterte in her Senate impeachment trial while leaving her eligible to seek public office…
CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro — A 67-year-old former militia member associated with a communist rebel group surrendered to authorities in Victoria, Oriental Mindoro, on Friday, Oct. 16, police said. The man, a married…
SAN ILDEFONSO, Ilocos Sur—The nearby province of Ilocos Norte has recorded 2,501 dengue cases and three deaths from January to early October 2026, according to the Provincial Epidemiology and Surveillance Unit (PESU) on…
COTABATO CITY — Government forces killed a suspected sub-leader of the extremist group Dawlah Islamiya (DI) and three of his followers during a joint law enforcement operation in Sultan Mastura town, Maguindanao del…
CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro — Police are investigating a shooting incident reported in Barangay Tabon-Tabon, Baco, Oriental Mindoro, early Friday, Oct. 16. The Baco Municipal Police Station said it received a call…
BACOLOD CITY — Dry weather driven by El Niño has led to crop moisture stress in 13 localities in Negros Occidental, Irene Bel Ploteña, Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (PDRRMO) head, said on…
BACOLOD CITY — The Corazon Locsin Montelibano Memorial Regional Hospital (CLMMRH) here issued a public health advisory ON Thursday, Oct. 15, following a notable rise in pediatric respiratory illness consultations at its…
BAGUIO CITY — Police arrested a wanted person facing a statutory rape charge in Barlig, Mountain Province, on Thursday, Oct. 15. The arrest was carried out in a joint operation led by the Barlig Municipal Police…
KORONADAL CITY, South Cotabato — Police arrested a 44-year-old man classified as a high-value drug suspect and seized more than P404,000 worth of suspected shabu during a buy-bust operation in Polomolok, South Cotabato…
MALAYBALAY CITY, Bukidnon — The poorest households in Bukidnon province struggled with a 9.5-percent inflation in September, up from 8.0 percent in August, driven mainly by rising food prices—particularly rice and corn…
BAGUIO CITY — Nine people suffered smoke inhalation when a fire damaged a mixed-use building in Holy Ghost Extension here on Thursday evening, Oct. 15. Three of the nine victims were taken to the Baguio General Hospital…
COTABATO CITY — The Basilan provincial office of the Bangsamoro Human Rights Commission (BHRC) has asked the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) to investigate the death of a Basilan woman who was killed when a military…
SAN FRANCISCO, Agusan del Sur — While it remains officially classified as a first-class municipality, this central trading hub outpaced the province’s lone component city in local revenue generation for fiscal year…
CABANATUAN CITY — A food delivery rider known for his humorous social media videos was shot dead by an unidentified assailant in Barangay Mayapyap Sur here at 9:40 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 15, police said. The victim…
MANILA, Philippines — General Santos City lone district Rep. Shirlyn Bañas-Nograles on Friday called the proposed joint venture of South Cotabato II Electric Cooperative Inc. (Socoteco II) with Ignite Power and Energy…
SAN FRANCISCO, Agusan del Sur — The Sangguniang Panglalawigan of Surigao del Sur has set a public hearing on a proposed provincial measure banning lewd shows in cockpit arenas following public outrage over a viral video…
TAGBILARAN CITY, Bohol — The provincial government of Bohol has recorded more than 1,400 individual plants of the critically endangered Bohol Helmet Orchid (Corybas boholensis) during an initial monitoring activity in…
VALENCIA CITY, Bukidnon — Some 35 years after environmental advocate-priest Neri Lito Satur was ambushed and killed by alleged members of an illegal logging syndicate, Bukidnon remembered his sacrifice on Wednesday…
MANILA, Philippines—A lone bettor won the ₱115.99 million MegaLotto 6/45 jackpot in the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) draw on Friday, Oct. 16, 2026. The winning combination was 08-22-19-10-35-27, with one…
MANILA, Philippines — Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla on Friday said that 13 individuals involved in the Pharmally scandal could no longer be located, making it difficult for his office to move forward with the case…
MANILA, Philippines — A magnitude 4.9 earthquake jolted Don Marcelino town in Davao Occidental on Friday evening, Oct. 16, according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs). In its advisory…
MANILA, Philippines – The impeachment case against Vice President Sara Z. Duterte was built largely on her own official records, financial accounts, declarations and documented actions rather than a narrative…
MANILA, Philippines — A purported bagman-turned-witness was quizzed by the counsel of former House Speaker Martin Romualdez before the Sandiganbayan Third Division, being one of the signatories of a joint affidavit by…
DAVAO CITY — At least 1,000 families lost their homes on Thursday afternoon due to massive fire that hit a residential area in Carpenter, Purok Corias, Barangay Leon Garcia of Agdao District here. Fire Inspector Frances…
MANILA, Philippines — Both Manases Carpio and former Senator Antonio Trillanes IV may be invited by the House of Representatives once it starts the legislative inquiry on controversial food processing company CALE88…
MANILA, Philippines – Two Manila Water Non-East Zone operating units, Estate Water and Boracay Water, have earned international recognition from the International Water Association (IWA) after being named among the…
BACOLOD CITY — The Sugar Regulatory Administration (SRA) is allocating P13 million for a second phase of cloud-seeding operations scheduled in November. These actions are meant to buffer sugar lands against the threat…
CEBU CITY — Respiratory consultations in some local hospitals increased by 26 percent in the third quarter of this year, compared to the same period last year. This situation prompted the Department of Health in Central…
(Satellite image from Pagasa) MANILA, Philippines — Severe Tropical Storm Champi, which is still outside the Philippine area of responsibility (PAR) may affect the country as early as Monday, Oct. 19, the state weather…
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Transportation (DOTr) on Friday said it is speeding up the construction of relocation sites for families affected by the North-South Commuter Railway (NSCR) in Pampanga. The…
Teodoro: Chinese envoy’s remarks a threat, not a ‘slip’ Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. on Friday backed the Department of Foreign Affairs’ (DFA) assessment of Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan’s remarks, saying his…
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) will issue four labor advisories outlining safety measures for employers and workers amid extreme heat during the El Niño phenomenon, Labor Secretary…
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) advised motorists to take alternative routes as Phase 2 of the rehabilitation works along Epifanio de los Santos Avenue (Edsa) is scheduled to…
Screengrab Senate of the Philippines / YouTube MANILA, Philippines — Senators are eyeing the restoration of funding for the Department of Education’s (DepEd) Academic Recovery and Accessible Learning (Aral) program…
MALOLOS, Bulacan—A 17-minute fire broke out at the roof deck of the Malolos City Hall in Bulacan on Friday (October 16) but prompt emergency response immediately quenched the blaze. There was no reported injury or…
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) awarded FPJ Panday Bayanihan party-List Rep. Brian Poe the Medal of Merit and the Medal of Disaster Relief and Rehabilitation in recognition of his contributions to…
MANILA, Philippines – The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) inspected 65 establishments selling vape products during its nationwide Tax Compliance Verification Drive (TCVD) on October 7, 2026, as part of its intensified…
MANILA, Philippines — Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla on Friday said he will ask the House prosecution panel in the Senate impeachment court to submit evidence pertaining to the alleged misuse of confidential funds of…
MANILA, Philippines — The Senate Electoral Tribunal on Friday dismissed once again an amended version of the quo warranto petition to unseat Sen. Erwin Tulfo. This type of petition challenges a person’s right to hold a…
MANILA, Philippines – Bamboo plantations that help the soil retain moisture, structures that keep topsoil from eroding, and water impounding systems that provide alternative supplies for farms are among the measures the…
MANILA, Philippines—The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) on Friday reminded public utility vehicle (PUV) operators and drivers to honor the mandatory 20 percent fare discount for persons with…
MABALACAT CITY, Pampanga — Police arrested two suspected drug pushers who allegedly yielded 400 grams of shabu worth P2.72 million in a buy-bust operation in Barangay Dau in Mabalacat City on Thursday night. In a…
CALASIAO, Pangasinan – The Office of the Ombudsman has ordered the dismissal of Urdaneta City Mayor Julio “Rammy” Fernandez Parayno III, Vice Mayor Jimmy Dereje Parayno, and six members of the Sangguniang Panglungsod…
MANILA, Philippines — Finance and investment veteran Victor Alfonso Limlingan has been appointed by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. as the new president and chief executive officer of the Social Security System (SSS)…
CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro — Oriental Mindoro is celebrating the fourth top-ranking examinee in this year’s Physician Licensure Examination (PLE), who has family roots in Calapan City. A graduate of the University…
MANILA, Philippines — Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla on Friday said the filing of a plunder case against Sen. Loren Legarda and her son Batangas 1st District Rep. Leandro Leviste before the Sandiganbayan is…
SAN ILDEFONSO, Ilocos Sur— The Philippine Rice Research Institute in Batac, Ilocos Norte, is promoting a mobile solar-powered irrigation system to help farmers cut costs and cope with water shortages amid El Niño. The…
World Food Day, observed every Oct. 16 by the United Nations’ Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), is meant to draw attention to the goal of eliminating hunger and ensuring access to safe, nutritious and sufficient…
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police (PNP) has identified a person of interest in the killing of a 50-year-old barangay chairman in Batangas on Thursday. Dennis Austria, chairman of Barangay Sta…
MANILA, Philippines — Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla on Friday named 11 persons of interest, including a former member of the Bangsamoro Transition Authority Parliament, in the seizure of 521 kilograms of shabu in…
MANILA, Philippines — Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla on Friday named 11 persons of interest, including a former member of the Bangsamoro Transition Authority Parliament, in the seizure of 521 kilograms of shabu in…
MANILA, Philippines — Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla on Friday named 11 persons of interest in the seizure of 521 kilograms of shabu in Laos that was bound for the Philippines. The persons of interest identified by…
MANILA, Philippines — Several areas in Metro Manila and Rizal may experience water service interruption due to the scheduled maintenance works of concessionaire Manila Water Company, Inc. starting Friday evening, Oct…
CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro — Persistent pollution and gaps in marine rehabilitation threaten fisheries and food security in the Verde Island Passage (VIP), an environmental group warned Friday, citing elevated…
MANILA, Philippines — A lawmaker still believes that the 20 percent discount for purchases made by senior citizens should still apply to goods and services that are under promotional offers or value added tax (VAT)…
CALASIAO, Pangasinan — Bangus (milkfish) producers must brace for the worsening effects of a projected super El Niño, which could severely affect aquaculture, a fisheries industry official said. Aquaculture operators…
MANILA, Philippines — Rising fuel prices and contractors’ concerns over project costs have contributed to failed bidding attempts for classroom construction projects under a P21.4-billion agreement between the…
MANILA, Philippines — Lawyer Levito Baligod, and 14 of his clients, known as the “maleta boys,” were arrested in San Juan City on Friday over an “unjust vexation” case, police said. San Juan City Police Chief Police…
MANILA, Philippines — Lawyer Levito Baligod, counsel for 18 individuals known as the “maleta boys,” and 14 others were arrested in San Juan City on Friday over an “unjust vexation” case, police said. San Juan City…
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s plan to summon Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan over his remarks that the Philippines could easily lose in a conflict with China topped INQToday’s afternoon newscast…
LUCENA CITY – Two motorists died in separate road accidents along the Maharlika Highway in Quezon province on Thursday and Friday, police reported. In Sariaya town, a 25-year-old motorcycle rider died after his vehicle…
SAN ANTONIO, Zambales — To help restore vegetation cover and protect the local ecosystem, 2,200 Kawayan Bayog seedlings have been planted in a 69.8-hectare forest plantation in Barangay Guinabon in Sta. Cruz, Zambales…
MANILA, Philippines — The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) on Friday said it has already issued subpoenas to the hosts of the now-terminated podcast, “Machong Chismisan,” which drew widespread criticism after…
MANILA, Philippines — The politician from Mindanao who allegedly financed the chartered flight linked to the 521-kilogram shabu seizure in Laos had previously been involved in illegal drug cases, the Philippine National…
MANILA, Philippines — The disbanding of Quezon City’s Task Force Disiplina following the death of three teenagers at the hands of its members is justified, as no authority must be given to agencies that still have a…
MANILA, Philippines — The Office of the Ombudsman on Friday filed three counts of graft against former Pampanga Rep. Aurelio “Dong” Gonzales Jr. over his alleged links to construction firms that secured Department of…
TACLOBAN CITY — Northern Samar mourned the death of Raul Daza, a political titan who served the province as governor and congressman for decades, with local leaders honoring his legacy of public service, democratic…
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Friday vowed to strengthen the Philippine Coast Guard’s (PCG) capabilities and readiness amid increasingly complex maritime challenges, as he urged its personnel…
TACLOBAN CITY — The barangay chairman of Libtong-Dako in Naval, Biliran, was shot dead in the early hours of Friday after he went with his younger brother to confront a man who allegedly had been throwing stones at…
COTABATO CITY— Bangsamoro Interim Chief Minister Abdulraof Macacua on Thursday welcomed President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s affirmation of Bangsamoro autonomy, including its democratic institutions and political processes…
MANILA, Philippines — The camp of Vice President Sara Duterte on Friday accused the Marcos administration of using the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) to persecute her politically, calling the bureau’s findings…
LEGAZPI CITY — Two jail facilities in Camarines Norte will install water treatment facilities under a government partnership to improve access to safe drinking water for persons deprived of liberty (PDLs) and jail…
MANILA, Philippines — The Sandiganbayan noted that the Commission on Audit (COA) found the anti-graft court compliant with the state auditors’ accounting policies. The anti-graft court issued the statement on Thursday…
MANILA, Philippines — A total of 4,165 out of 4,447 examinees passed the October 2026 Physicians Licensure Examination, the Professional Regulation Commission has announced. Below is the complete list of successful…
LUCENA CITY – Taal Volcano continues to exhibit seismic activity following a minor phreatomagmatic eruption recorded a week ago, according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs). In its…
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — Residents are urged to take immediate precautions as the city faces dangerous heat, with the heat index forecast to spike to 39°C by Saturday, Oct. 17. In a Thursday advisory, the City Information…
MANILA, Philippines — The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) announced on Thursday that 4,165 out of 4,447 (93.66%) examinees successfully passed the October 2026 Physicians Licensure Examination. Who made it to…
MANILA, Philippines — A total of 4,165 of 4,447, or 93.6 percent of examinees passed the October 2026 Physicians Licensure Examination, the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) announced. The University of Santo…
TACLOBAN CITY — A 15-year-old Grade 10 student of Catarman National High School in Catarman, Northern Samar, is facing a criminal complaint for allegedly bringing a firearm into his classroom on Oct.1. The Police…
MANILA, Philippines — House of Representatives Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III has sent his condolences to the family of former Northern Samar Rep. Raul Daza who passed away recently, calling the former lawmaker as a…
LEGAZPI CITY – The National Meat Inspection Service (NMIS) in Bicol assured the public on Thursday that meat supply will be sufficient for the upcoming holiday season, despite concerns that the very strong El Niño is…
BACOLOD CITY—Three men were killed and another was wounded in a shooting incident early Friday (Oct. 16) in a remote area of Santa Catalina town in Negros Oriental. The Santa Catalina Municipal Police Station (MPS)…
BAGUIO CITY – The indigenous communities of the Cordillera were staggered last month by steep food and fuel prices that raised the inflation rate in the region to 8.2 percent in September, from the 6.8-percent rate…
HAGONOY, Bulacan – The coastal Bulacan town of Hagonoy near the shores of Manila Bay, where tides continue to submerge almost all 26 barangays, has revived old pilapil (earth dikes or earth embankments) as flood walls…
MANILA, Philippines — Pasay City Police Chief Col. Joselito de Sesto has been relieved of his post, the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) confirmed on Friday. “[He was] administratively relieved pending…
MANILA, Philippines — Three weather systems—the intertropical convergence zone (ITCZ), easterlies, and northeasterly wind flow—are expected to bring rain showers across the country on Friday, the state weather bureau…
MANILA, Philippines – The National Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (NTF-Elcac) said over 16 million Filipinos residing in areas formerly controlled by communist rebels have benefited from development…
BAGUIO CITY – Hydropower firm SN Aboitiz Power-Benguet Inc. (SNAPBI) has committed P4 million to support the construction of the Itogon Super Health Center, supplementing the P20-million funding secured from the…
TUGUEGARAO CITY – A man drowned inside his car after it fell down a 70-meter-deep ravine and onto the river in the Mountain Province town of Sabangan on October 15. The remains of Noel Padsing Tukiad, a resident of…
CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro — Four people, including a pregnant woman, were rescued after their motorized boat ran aground near Somaco Island in the Palawan town of Cuilon on Wednesday (Oct. 15), the Philippine Coast…
LEGAZPI CITY — Police arrested a 39-year-old teacher in an entrapment operation after she allegedly tried to sell a parcel of land for P500,000 using falsified land titles in the town of Pili in Camarines Sur. The sting…
CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro — A medical graduate from Calapan City has topped the October 2026 Physician Licensure Examination (PLE). Dr. Maxine Francesco Gwyneth Cena Baculo topped the examination with a rating of…
MANILA, Philippines — The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has revised its 16-year-old tax rules on senior citizen discounts to clarify how pharmaceutical companies, distributors, and retailers can claim tax deductions…
MANILA, Philippines — The Sandiganbayan Fifth Division has found a former Taguig City senior assistant prosecutor guilty of three counts of violating the code of conduct and ethical standards for government workers…
MANILA, Philippines — Before they started using suitcases (“maleta”), the alleged bagmen working for then Ako Bicol Rep. Zaldy Co used plastic bins to deliver millions of pesos in cash to various recipients as part of…
MANILA, Philippines — The Supreme Court will begin rolling out digital notarization on Oct. 19, allowing accredited notaries to provide services regardless of their physical location and easing public access to legal…
MANILA, Philippines — What began as macho posturing on a podcast ended in profuse apologies after its all-male hosts faced fierce backlash for mocking celebrity Kris Aquino’s son, who is on the autism spectrum…
MANILA, Philippines —After a yearslong investigation, the Philippine Competition Commission (PCC) has imposed a record P1.76 billion in fines on six businesses and their officers for operating an onion cartel that was…
TACLOBAN CITY, LEYTE, Philippines — At least 31 of 55 barangays in Catarman, Northern Samar, are already experiencing reduced water supply as the local government prepares for worsening dry conditions brought by the El…
TACLOBAN CITY, LEYTE, Philippines — The National Police Commission (Napolcom) on Wednesday ordered the dismissal from service of the police officer who failed to properly secure her service firearm that was used by her…
COTABATO CITY, BARMM, Philippines — The government has completed a pilot study mapping land claims in six acknowledged camps of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF), a key step toward resolving land issues tied to…
MANILA, Philippines — Former Northern Samar first district Rep. Raul Daza has passed away at the age of 91, his family confirmed on Thursday. In a statement, Daza’s family said that the former lawmaker, who served the…
MANILA, Philippines — Education Secretary Sonny Angara led the expansion of the Department of Education’s (DepEd) nationwide mental health and well-being initiatives, coinciding with the nationwide observance of Mental…
Last night, the Philippines celebrated the launch of the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max. The elephant in the room however was information on the availability of the upcoming iPhone Duo. Industry insiders say that Apple’s…
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