As Regine Velasquez capped her career milestone with her “Finale” concert, Ogie Alcasid on Sunday night heaped praises on his wife, calling her the “greatest singer of this beloved country.” On the second night of her…
The award-winning Filipino adult-animated documentary “58th” will screen for a week in Glendale, California, from Oct. 23 to 29. Directed by Carl Joseph Papa, “58th” tells the story of the victims of the 2009…
MANILA, Philippines — Defense Secretary Gilberto “Gibo” Teodoro on Monday said China uses propaganda efforts aimed at influencing people and sowing division among Filipinos over the country’s territorial sovereignty…
MANILA, Philippines — Three Filipino workers are in critical condition among seven Filipinos wounded in attacks in several parts of Saudi Arabia, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said Monday. Philippine…
MANILA, Philippines — In front of the biggest crowd the league had ever seen, Alpha Insurance newcomer Axel Van Book showed he belonged on the big stage. Book rose to the occasion, helping the Protectors pull off a…
The winner of the inaugural edition of Mr. Chinatown in 2013, Filipino-Chinese model Randy See, died in a car accident in Manila, just five days before his 35th birthday....
LIVE: Alex Eala vs Diane Parry – Ningbo Open first round MANILA, Philippines–Alex Eala regained her winning form after a dominant victory over France’s Diane Parry, 6-3, 6-1, in the Ningbo Open first round on Monday…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebu Province’s proposed ₱14.6-billion budget for 2027 is expected to be referred to the Sangguniang Panlalawigan’s (SP) Committee on Budget and Appropriations next week, paving the way for a…
MANILA, Philippines — Chinese Ambassador to the Philippines Jing Quan, in his appearance before Foreign Affairs Secretary Ma. Theresa Lazaro on Monday, protested against the remarks of government officials and lawmakers…
MANILA – The Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC) on Monday announced that PHP217,165 in a bank account registered to Abdulpatta Escalon Abubakar has been forfeited pursuant to a Manila Regional Trial Court ruling…
The Victoria’s Secret (VS) Fashion Show made its sizzling comeback on October 18 at the Sony Pictures Studios, in Culver City, California. The single idea of beauty is now much bigger, the runway has become a platform…
MANILA – Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian on Monday called on the Department of Energy (DOE) to accelerate electric vehicle adoption to lessen the country’s reliance on imported oil and ease the burden of high fuel…
MANDAUE CITY, Cebu — Mandaue City is proposing a ₱5-billion annual budget for 2027, up by ₱500 million from this year’s P4.5-billion allocation, with health, education and infrastructure remaining among its priorities…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebu City will deploy 553 persons in its initial preparations for the Kalag-Kalag 2026 observance, with traffic management, cemetery clearing, vendor regulation and waste disposal among the…
The Indiana Aerospace University (IAU) Aerospacers made an impressive early statement in the Metro Cebu Collegiate Basketball League (MCCBL) Season 2....
MANILA, Philippines — Aboitiz Power Corporation (AboitizPower) was among the organizations commended by the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) for its exemplary contribution to the region’s energy sector…
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine weather bureau and a South Korean aid agency are advancing a five-year, $12.7-million project to improve flood forecasting and early warnings in Metro Manila and surrounding areas of…
MANILA, Philippines — The Manila Regional Trial Court (RTC) has found a business owner guilty of illegally importing hazardous waste materials from Canada, sentencing him to 12 years and one day to 20 years in prison…
MANILA, Philippines – The National Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (NTF-Elcac) has called on the United Nations and other international human rights bodies to investigate 98 documented incidents of…
MANILA, Philippines — Gokongwei-backed GoTyme Bank has raised its year-end customer target to 12.5 million from 12 million, as monthly customer additions surged to 450,000-500,000, nearly doubling from its previous…
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Defending champion Don Bosco Technical College (DBTC) Greywolves survived a late fightback from the University of San Jose-Recoletos (USJ-R) Jaguar Cubs, while the Sacred Heart School-Ateneo de Cebu (SHS-AdC) Magis…
MANILA, Philippines — The Asia Business Law Journal (ABLJ) on Monday, Oct. 19, released its “A-List” of the Philippines’ top 100 lawyers and legal icons, recognizing their “exceptional service standards and commitment…
The Asia Forum on Nicotine (AFN) 2026 opened on October 16 at Astoria Hotel in Ortigas with a call for wider adoption of science-based tobacco harm reduction (THR) and broader access to safer nicotine products across…
Customers who pre-ordered the vivo V80 Lite can claim their devices in vivo stores nationwide, where customers lined up on October 17 to get their hands on the Guinness World Records-holding smartphone. With the device…
SM Development Corporation (SMDC) has brought its homebuyer outreach with Pag-IBIG Fund to Visayas, giving families in Iloilo and Bacolod an opportunity to explore properties and seek guidance on housing finance. The…
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MANDAUE CITY, Cebu—The Mandaue City government has terminated the services of 18 job-order (JO) personnel assigned to the Traffic Enforcement Agency of Mandaue (TEAM) office after they tested positive in a random drug…
NAGOYA—Filipino swim ace Ernie Gawilan won the Philippines’ first gold medal at the 5th Asian Para Games in the Rainbow Pool at Nagoya City General Gymnasium. The 35-year-old Davao City native, who has underdeveloped…
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine government is preparing possible evacuations for Filipinos affected by protests in at least four European countries, Palace Press Officer Claire Castro said Monday. Protests have…
MANILA, Philippines — The National Union of Journalists of the Philippines (NUJP) on Monday, Oct. 19, stood in defense of the members of the Defense Press Corps and all Filipino media workers covering Philippine-China…
MANILA, Philippines–Filipino pole vault star EJ Obiena came to the defense of Alex Eala, who’s been facing criticism over her recent string of early exits. In a lengthy post on social media, Obiena spoke broadly about…
CEBU CITY, Philippines—The University of San Jose-Recoletos (USJ-R) Jaguars continued their dominance in chess, capturing two gold medals and retaining their men’s team championship for a fourth consecutive year in the…
CEBU CITY, Philippines—Manny Luis Bueno edged Matt Matthew Zamora by just one pin to capture the championship in the Sugbuanon Bowlers United (SUGBU) Bowling Shootout tournament on Sunday, October 18, at the SM Bowling…
For more than three decades, Hotel Sogo has welcomed Filipinos looking for a clean, comfortable place to rest. For guests who have come to enjoy its food, a stay also means a familiar meal. Now, through a partnership…
Filipino-Chinese model Randy See, who won the inaugural edition of Mr. Chinatown in 2013, died in a car accident in Manila, just five days before his 35th birthday. See’s death was confirmed by his partner, Ashelly…
Alex Eala faces Britain’s Diane Parry in the Ningbo Open round of 32 in China. SCHEDULE: Alex Eala at Ningbo Open October 19, Monday – Center Court 7:30 p.m. (tentative) – Alex Eala vs Diane Parry LIVE: Alex Eala vs…
MANILA, Philippines — Three of seven Filipino workers wounded in attacks in several areas of Saudi Arabia are in critical condition, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said Monday, as Philippine authorities…
Great leaders aren’t just measured by revenue spikes or expanding corporate empires—they are defined by the lives they transform along the way. For Jun Denoy Sy, founder of InMore Medical Inc., turning a bold dream into…
MANILA, Philippines —The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) is preparing to partner with the private sector to give Baguio’s iconic Camp John Hay a multibillion-peso makeover, upgrading the former…
MANILA, Philippines – The Philippine National Police (PNP) said Monday that the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) had subpoenaed more than 21 individuals to give statements and shed light on the Laos…
MANILA, Philippines — Converge ICT Solutions Inc. has abandoned its earlier plans to build its next major data center in the Visayas or Mindanao, instead scouting locations in Calabarzon for new facilities as it seeks…
MANILA, Philippines — Senate President Sherwin “Win” Gatchalian declined to discuss the personal details of his breakup with former girlfriend Bianca Manalo, saying his commitment to public service has shaped the…
Cup of Joe has joined the Filipino artists vying for nomination at the 2027 Grammys, submitting their song “Sandali” as an entry to the Best Asian Pop Performance category. “A song about finding a little more time with…
Metro Cebu’s air quality remained at the “Fair” level on Monday, October 19, according to the latest readings....
ONE OR EIGHT took the long way around the world for the music video to “Yellow Brick Road”, the ending theme for Season 2 of the TV anime Black Clover. The eight members split into three teams, travelled from Mongolia’s…
Manila, Philippines—The Philippine foreign ministry summoned Beijing’s ambassador to Manila on Monday after he said China would “easily win” a conflict between the countries, with local senators calling for his…
MANILA, Philippines — Semirara Mining and Power Corp. (SMPC) continued its tirade against the government coal bidding rules, saying that the planned auction would “kill” billions of pesos for no gain. “Why kill the…
MANILA, Philippines — A resolution urging the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) to recommend declaring Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan persona non grata was filed at the Senate on Monday. Sen. Erwin Tulfo filed Senate…
CEBU CITY, Philippines – The Cebu Institute of Technology-University (CIT-U) Wildcats exacted revenge on the University of San Carlos (USC) Warriors with a convincing 62-48 victory as the second round of the Cebu…
MANILA, Philippines — Razon-led Primelectric Holdings Inc. is entering into a joint venture with South Cotabato II Electric Cooperative (Socoteco II) after a plebiscite approved the proposed deal. In a statement, Ignite…
JERUSALEM — US President Donald Trump endorsed on Sunday his ally Benjamin Netanyahu before Israel’s close-fought parliamentary election on October 27, providing a boost to the veteran prime minister’s bid to win a new…
MANILA, Philippines — Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. on Monday maintained that Philippine troops in the West Philippine Sea were defending the country’s rights under the United Nations Convention on the Law of…
Claudine Barretto‘s camp has sent a cease-and-desist letter to showbiz columnist Cristy Fermin and her co-host Romel Chika over their alleged “untruthful, scandalous, and damaging” statements concerning the actress’…
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. does not want to declare any foreign diplomat persona non grata, including Chinese Ambassador to the Philippines Jing Quan, as the country remains keen on resolving…
Japanese fashion is widely known for its unique blend of tradition, craftsmanship, and attention to detail. From minimalist designs and hype streetwear to stylish gyaru fashion, Japanese style often emphasizes…
MANILA – The Philippine government has brought home the first 34 overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) affected by flight cancellations and delays in Riyadh, while arranging confirmed bookings for 265 others to return to the…
KYIV — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky spoke with top US envoys Sunday to try to ease tensions, as Donald Trump accused his counterpart of not wanting to end the war with Russia. Zelensky spoke to US officials…
NASHVILLE, Tennessee — Cam Boozer finds himself in an unfamiliar space as he embarks on the NBA career he has prepared for his entire life. He’s on his own. Sure, father Carlos, a two-time NBA All-Star and 13-year…
POND’S brought its Fresh Glow Find: POND’S Ukay Takeover to Y2K Vintage Co. along N. Escario St. in Cebu City on October 17, 2026, turning the vintage store into an interactive skincare destination. The activation…
Malaysia’s National Security Council on Saturday (Oct. 17, 2026) named retired Lt. Gen. Dato’ Ahmad Norihan bin Jalal as the government’s new facilitator for peace talks in Thailand’s southern border provinces. He…
MANILA, Philippines – The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) on Monday summoned Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan over his remarks that China “may easily win” in a confrontation in the West Philippine Sea. DFA Secretary Ma…
MANILA, Philippines — Typhoon Champi remained at its current strength on Monday morning as it continued to move toward the Philippine area of responsibility (PAR), where it is expected to enter, the state weather bureau…
MANILA, Philippines — Mamamayang Liberal Rep. Leila de Lima said Monday that the executive branch should “seriously consider” declaring Chinese Ambassador to the Philippines Jing Quan persona non grata. De Lima told…
Bill Russell. Wilt Chamberlain. Larry Bird. That’s the full list of those who managed to win three consecutive NBA Most Valuable Player awards. Nobody has pulled off that feat in 40 years, and the star power not on that…
SEOUL — A man and woman in South Korea have each been sentenced to 18 months in jail, suspended for three years for multiple accounts of emotional and physical abuse against their children, court officials said…
Juby of Showtime Baby Dolls has been on the receiving end of criticism after talking about a dream she had that supposedly involved a sexual encounter with her celebrity crush, actor Donny Pangilinan. Juby revealed this…
MANILA, Philippines — Three Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) officials in Davao City have been relieved from their posts amid a National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) probe into alleged irregularities in…
PARIS — President Emmanuel Macron, under pressure after violent protests in France, acknowledged on Monday “failures in anticipation and intelligence”, but refused the resignation of his interior minister, the…
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MANILA, Philippines – The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) assured the public on Monday morning that no Filipinos were injured in the recent protests in France and Italy. “Per the latest reports from the Philippine…
BRISBANE — The Great Barrier Reef could face a higher risk of coral bleaching, Australian researchers warn, due to weather patterns that intensify ocean heating during El Nino conditions. But the patterns involve a lack…
MANILA, Philippines — Salmon Bank, a digital-focused lender, is launching new lending products nationwide and scaling its existing lending business after securing $140 million in fresh financing. In a statement, Salmon…
MANILA, Philippines – Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan may just voluntarily leave the Philippines, and not wait to be declared persona non grata, according to Sen. Erwin Tulfo. Tulfo made the suggestion as he and colleagues…
MANILA, Philippines — Lawmakers are preparing a resolution seeking an investigation into possible links between pro-China propaganda networks and online supporters of Vice President Sara Duterte, Bicol Saro Rep. Terry…
Heavy rain battered Seoul on Sunday, leaving roads flooded, trees uprooted and traffic disrupted across the city. Flooding forced the closure of the underpass beneath Jeungsan Bridge in Seodaemun-gu in both directions…
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MANILA, Philippines — Senator Francis “Kiko” Pangilinan criticized Chinese Ambassador to the Philippines Jing Quan, suggesting that diplomats who go against Beijing’s wishes could face harsh punishment upon returning to…
MABALACAT CITY, Pampanga — Two more Nigerian men were arrested in Angeles City on Sunday after P105,000 worth of illegal drugs were allegedly found in their possession. Their arrest was made a day after a 46-year-old…
CEBU CITY, Philippines— Nostalgia. This is what avid Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show fans felt today. Bella Hadid opened the show after years of hiatus and the fantasy bra made its return. Here are some photos from the…
Claudine Barretto’s camp issued a cease-and-desist letter to showbiz columnist Cristy Fermin and her co-host Romel Chika over her alleged “untruthful, scandalous, and damaging” remarks about the actress’ mental health…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — A heated altercation between two brothers turned fatal in Barangay Lahug, Cebu City, on Sunday night after one of them allegedly stabbed the other. The victim, identified as Francis, died while…
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Ben Simmons tore his right Achilles tendon in practice on Sunday, ending his comeback attempt this season with the Sacramento Kings before the season even started. The Kings said Simmons hurt himself during a live drill…
SAN FRANCISCO — Golden State Warriors guard Steph Curry limped off the court after tweaking his right ankle in a noncontact play during an open practice for fans Sunday. “He said he’s fine,” coach Steve Kerr said after…
Ready for a Halloween celebration packed with chills, thrills, and plenty of fun? This October, Robinsons Malls invites families, friends, kids, and their furry companions to embrace the spooky season with creative…
Demand for playing cards tends to rise in Nepal during the festive season, particularly around Dashain and Tihar. The country imports cards from several countries to meet the seasonal demand. While cards are commonly…
MANILA, Philippines — Flag carrier Philippine Airlines (PAL) begins its first week-long sale today on business class and premium economy seats, offering discounts of up to 40 percent on international flights and up to…
Washington, United States—Britain’s Met Office says this year’s El Nino is “unprecedented.” Japan’s weather agency has called it the strongest ever observed. US forecasters say it still trails the biggest events in its…
MANILA, Philippines – No Filipinos were harmed in the recent protests in France and Italy, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said Monday morning. “Per the latest reports from the Philippine Embassy in Paris and…
MANILA, Philippines — Motorists can expect a significant rollback in gasoline prices, while diesel prices will rise by around P2 per liter starting Tuesday. In an advisory, the Department of Energy (DOE) said oil…
Filipino-Irish-British model Christina Nadin surprised fans after she appeared at the 2026 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, making history as the second Filipino woman to walk the runway of the annual fashion event…
MANILA, Philippines — Senator Francis “Kiko” Pangilinan took a swipe at Chinese Ambassador to the Philippines Jing Quan, suggesting that diplomats who defy Beijing could face severe punishment upon returning home. “The…
WASHINGTON — Britain’s Met Office says this year’s El Niño is “unprecedented.” Japan’s weather agency has called it the strongest ever observed. US forecasters say it still trails the biggest events in its record books…
PHILADELPHIA, United States —LeBron James, yearning to capture a fifth career NBA title, tips off his record 24th campaign on Tuesday at age 41 with his new Philadelphia 76ers teammates chasing a long-sought crown. The…
MANDAUE CITY, Cebu – A man tagged by police as a high-value individual (HVI) was arrested for allegedly possessing suspected shabu worth P1.4 million in a buy-bust operation in Barangay Cogon Pardo, Cebu City, early…
PETALING JAYA – Veterinarians in Malaysia are reporting an increase in respiratory problems among pets amid the haze, from watery eyes to breathing difficulties. Veterinarian clinic director Muhammad Naim Md Kasim said…
MANILA, Philippines — Motorists will see a hefty drop in gasoline prices, while diesel prices will increase by about P2 per liter starting Tuesday. In an advisory, the Department of Energy (DOE) said fuel retailers can…
MANILA, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte prayed for the safe return of her father, former President Rodrigo Duterte, to the Philippines during her visit to the historic Fort Pilar Shrine in Zamboanga City. In a…
Katseye exceeded 1 billion streams on Spotify with “Gabriela” on Friday, marking a first for the group in adding its name to the platform’s “Billions Club,” Hybe X Geffen Records announced Sunday. “Gabriela” released in…
MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Raffy Tulfo emerged as the leading potential senatorial candidate for the 2028 elections, dislodging fellow Sen. Robin Padilla from the top spot, based on the latest survey conducted by Octa…
MANILA, Philippines — Senator Raffy Tulfo topped the list of potential senatorial candidates for the 2028 elections, overtaking fellow Sen. Robin Padilla, according to the latest survey by Octa Research. In its…
WAINWRIGHT, Canada — Four soldiers were killed and dozens injured in a fire at a military base in Alberta province, one of the worst peacetime tragedies to hit Canada’s armed forces on home soil, Prime Minister Mark…
The Malampaya Onshore Gas Plant in Batangas City has marked 25 years of zero accident in a display of commitment to safe operations. The plant has maintained its Goal Zero record since Sept. 28, 2001 through key…
Paris, France—French President Emmanuel Macron on Sunday slammed the “unbridled” violence that erupted in cost-of-living demonstrations across the country, as police battled protesters and looters in new clashes in…
MANDAUE CITY, CEBU – An old bus has been transformed into an artificial reef to provide a habitat for marine life and other aquatic organisms in Olango Island. In a social media post late Sunday night, October 18, the…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — How can academic research move beyond university campuses and contribute to addressing challenges faced by communities? This question was at the center of the 2nd Recoletos Graduate Research…
LOS ANGELES, United States — Australian Ben Simmons’s NBA return hit a brutal setback on Sunday as the Sacramento Kings announced the former number one draft pick had torn his right Achilles tendon in training…
GUAYAQUIL, Ecuador — A Catholic priest died Saturday when a wooden crucifix fell from a wall and crushed him against the pulpit as he celebrated Mass in the Ecuadorian city of Guayaquil. “Father, Father! Call an…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebu City needs an enabling ordinance or supplemental appropriation to fully support the executive order creating a committee to manage city-owned medium-rise buildings (MRBs), according to an…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Cebu City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (CCDRRMO) has recommended engineering and drainage safeguards, an emergency evacuation plan and an early-warning sign for a proposed…
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CEBU CITY, Philippines — A former police officer will be facing an illegal possession of a firearm charge after authorities found an unlicensed gun inside his house. This was after the 40-year-old ex-cop was served a…
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MANILA, Philippines — The Senate is weighing a possible resolution condemning Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan’s “very rude, very hostile and very undiplomatic” remarks about China’s ability to defeat the Philippines by…
The chair of a leading business group hopes the Senate would be able to conclude Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial before year-end, warning that prolonging the proceedings into 2027 could distract…
What made the Duterte administration’s so-called “war on drugs” so lethally effective that it ended up with 6,000 Filipinos dead according to official police records, and perhaps up to 30,000 according to independent…
Since my college days, the Supreme Court has stood as an impenetrable fortress insulated from the noise of public discourse. It was held in almost absolute, almost mystical veneration. Today, however, the digital…
It has been quite some time since I made a detour to my next-door neighbor, who is an expert in the field of adolescent medicine. Our discussions have always turned out to be quite colorful, and this was no exception…
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It bears repeating that impeachment was created by the Americans, borrowing and adapting from British traditions, in Madison’s words, as an “inquest into the conduct of public men,” an instrument of last resort when a…
Have you ever thought of how you’ll die? The hardest season of my life has always been the first half of each year. It starts in January when the air’s still a little cold and still smells a little like Christmas, and…
The Philippines must prepare for Super El Niño with urgency grounded in science. Waiting for reservoirs to shrink, crops to fail, and food prices to climb would turn a foreseeable threat into a deeper national crisis…
National University didn’t look like much of a threat in the early goings of the UAAP Season 89 men’s basketball tournament. After the graduations of Jake Figueroa, Steve Nash Enriquez and Jolo Manansala, the Bulldogs…
ANTIPOLO—Converge and TNT provided a preview of what to expect when the PBA Governors’ Cup enters the playoffs next week as the FiberXers and the Tropang 5G played a thriller that was a relief after the tournament saw…
Sean Ramos will come into the ICTSI South Pacific Championship of the PGT this week with renewed confidence as he seeks just his second win on local soil against the very best of the local crop in Davao. Fresh from a…
College of Saint Benilde bundled out Mapua University with ease, 25-21, 25-14, 25-20, on Sunday to snag the final playoff berth in the Shakey’s Super League (SSL) Unity Cup at Rizal Memorial Coliseum. Setter Zen Basilio…
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines’ environmental problems, particularly waste management, need a whole-of-society effort to resolve. That’s the main point stressed in a recent edition of the Inquirer ESG Edge…
MANILA, Philippines — A typhoon in the Philippines and flooding in Brazil. Twice in less than a year, British energy giant Shell has been the target of a new type of lawsuit seeking to make polluters pay part of the…
MANILA, Philippines — The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) is expected to raise interest rates again later this week as inflation remains stubbornly high, forcing policymakers to weigh the need to curb price pressures…
MANILA, Philippines — During the COVID-19 pandemic, an Asian business owner I advise became bored. So he started a shrimp farm. He already owned a highly profitable group, sufficiently diversified around one strong core…
MANILA, Philippines — Organizations have never had more access to ideas, technologies, talent and market intelligence than they do today, yet many organizations continue to struggle with a familiar challenge: turning…
MANILA, Philippines — Mynt Inc.’s next phase of growth will depend on getting existing GCash users to use more financial services, analysts said, as the fintech giant prepares for its stock market debut on Tuesday…
MANILA, Philippines — Singapore-based Vena Energy is keen on expanding its renewable energy footprint in the Philippines by adding another 2.6 gigawatts-peak (GWp) of capacity, backed by planned investments of as much…
MANILA, Philippines — Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corp. is keeping a close watch on the government’s automotive policies, including those of the next administration, before deciding whether to expand local production…
MANILA, Philippines — The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued rules on market making to improve liquidity and price discovery in the Philippine capital market, setting a P150-million minimum capital…
MANILA, Philippines — People’s Champ Manny Pacquiao is stepping back into the ring—no, not to take on another famous boxer. This time, Pacquiao, secretary and lead convenor of the National Anti-Poverty Commission…
MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Erwin Tulfo urged overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) in France, Saudi Arabia and Israel to take extra precautions amid reports of chaotic incidents such as violent unrest, attacks and security…
A Roman Catholic priest celebrating an evening Mass in southwestern Ecuador has died after a crucifix fell on him during the livestreamed service. The Archdiocese of Guayaquil, a coastal city 265 kilometers (164 miles)…
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DFA summons Chinese envoy over ‘may easily win’ West PH Sea remark The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) on Monday summoned Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan over his remarks that China “may easily win” in a confrontation…
MANILA, Philippines — Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan’s statement about the use of force, which was viewed by Philippine government officials as a threat, was not merely his personal opinion but reflected the position of…
MANILA, Philippines — The Office of the Ombudsman on Sunday said it dismissed all administrative charges against a Santa Maria town mayor which stemmed from alleged lapses in securing ballot boxes from the 2022…
BACOLOD CITY, NEGROS OCCIDENTAL, Philippines — The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has distributed P553.89 million in financial assistance to 53,829 sugarcane farmers and farm workers affected by the…
MANILA, Philippines — A prosecution witness told the Sandiganbayan on Monday that he personally saw four “maleta” (suitcases) in Co’s office back when he was still a businessman and not yet a member of the House of…
MANILA, Philippines — No bettor won the ₱284.69-million Grand Lotto 6/55 jackpot or the ₱15-million MegaLotto 6/45 jackpot in the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) draws on Monday, Oct. 19, 2026. According to…
MANILA, Philippines — Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte said the city has no outstanding debt, highlighting the local government’s financial standing in her eighth year as local executive. Belmonte, in her State of the…
MANILA, Philippines — Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian stressed the need for sustained military modernization and stronger cyberwarfare capabilities, saying the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) should be…
SAN ILDEFONSO, Ilocos Sur — A 19-year-old man was arrested after allegedly selling marijuana to an undercover police officer during a buy-bust operation in San Nicolas, Ilocos Norte, on Sunday, Oct. 18. The suspect was…
MANILA, Philippines — The National Union of Journalists of the Philippines (NUJP) condemned what it described as “use of violence” against a reporter of the alternative media outlet Bulatlat, who was present in the…
MANILA, Philippines — As Manila Water gears up for the anticipated strong El Niño conditions, which may persist up to the first semester of 2027, the company is maximizing the capacity of its Cardona Water Treatment…
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Health (DOH) on Monday said it is eyeing to vaccinate over 2 million girls in Grades 4 and 5 nationwide against human papillomavirus (HPV) under its school immunization program…
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — Nine years after the liberation of Marawi from Islamic State-aligned militants, the Army’s 4th Infantry Division (4ID) honored the sacrifices of more than 1,500 military and police personnel who…
SAN FRANCISCO, Agusan del Sur— An alleged former communist rebel leader wanted for multiple offenses was arrested in Butuan City on Saturday, Oct. 17, following a joint police and military manhunt, authorities reported…
MALAYBALAY CITY, Bukidnon — A landmark tree that produced vibrant yellow blooms along the national highway each summer was uprooted Monday afternoon after heavy rains and strong winds from localized thunderstorms…
MANILA, Philippines — Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano said on Monday that the mix-up in the coordinates of a flood control project billed to Taguig City, which pointed to Leyte, was due to the contractor’s…
PAGADIAN CITY, Zamboanga del Sur — The National Irrigation Administration Region 9 (Zamboanga Peninsula) has instructed its personnel to implement crop diversification strategies and administrative reforms to cushion…
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — Northern Mindanao police seized nearly half a million pesos’ worth of suspected smuggled cigarettes during operations in Iligan City and Misamis Occidental on Sunday night, Oct. 18. The Police…
MANILA, Philippines — Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano and his sister, Sen. Pia Cayetano, scrutinized the Laguna Lake Development Authority (LLDA) on Monday over its supposed focus on inspecting projects in…
MANILA, Philippines — The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has expanded its fuel marking operations to 10 revenue regions, testing 189 fuel stations as of Oct. 13, 2026, as part of its intensified enforcement against…
MANILA, Philippines — Sen. JV Ejercito called for a detailed accounting of the P90-billion allocation for the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Modernization Program, particularly fund releases, obligations…
MANILA, Philippines — The Senate finance subcommittee on Monday approved the proposed 2027 budget of the Department of National Defense (DND) and its attached agencies. “The budget of the DND is now deemed submitted for…
MANILA, Philippines — House Speaker Faustino “Bojie” G. Dy III paid tribute to the late former Speaker Pro Tempore Raul A. Daza on Monday for his more than five decades of public service, showing his commitment to the…
BANGA, South Cotabato — Banga National High School (BNHS) is gradually bringing students back to face-to-face classes under tighter security measures following the Sept. 18 shooting. The school has also banned…
PAGADIAN CITY, Zamboanga del Sur — Recognizing the heightened vulnerability of schools in Geographically Isolated and Disadvantaged Areas during disasters, the Pisompongan Integrated School (PIS) in Midsalip town…
MANILA, Philippines — The Sandiganbayan Third Division on Monday suspended Sen. Rodante Marcoleta for 90 days due to his plunder case. Marcoleta was charged with plunder for allegedly accepting a P75-million donation…
MANILA, Philippines — Wind signals may be raised in parts of Cagayan and Isabela starting Wednesday as Super Typhoon Champi approaches the Philippine area of responsibility (PAR), with its closest approach to Northern…
MANILA, Philippines — Las Piñas Rep. Mark Anthony Santos has endorsed the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency’s (PDEA) request to the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) for the creation of a national…
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — Amid continuing reports of harassment and government interference, the National Union of Journalists of the Philippines (NUJP) Cagayan de Oro Chapter has launched a campaign to protect media…
PROSPERIDAD, AGUSAN DEL SUR — Agusan del Sur 2nd District Rep. Adolph Edward “Eddiebong” Plaza scored Monday morning the “systematic breakdown” of the government to improve agricultural productivity through proper…
PAGADIAN CITY, Zamboanga del Sur – Classes were not suspended at the Ateneo de Zamboanga University (AdZU) Grade School Department on Monday, but campus administrators, with the help of the police, elevated internal…
MANILA, Philippines — Mamamayang Liberal Rep. Leila de Lima on Monday honored late former Northern Samar Rep. Raul Daza by recalling his “reassuring presence” when she was imprisoned, noting how the latter was once…
MANILA, Philippines — The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) has approved special permits for 1,131 buses ahead of this year’s Undas travel rush, while applications covering about 90 more buses…
SAN FRANCISCO, Agusan del Sur —While welcoming the economic promise of a modern transshipment hub at their doorsteps, coastal residents facing displacement by the multi-billion-peso Butuan Logistical Seaport (BLS)…
ILIGAN CITY – Four Sabrah ASCOD II light tanks have boosted the Philippine Army’s armored combat and security capability, with their delivery in Mindanao. Brig. Gen. Bernardo Taqueban, commander of the Army’s 2nd…
MANILA, Philippines — Police arrested three individuals for stealing components of the Diokno Pumping Station in Pasay City, Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon said on Monday. Dizon said the individuals stole cables and…
MANILA, Philippines — Manila has recorded more than 4,000 dengue cases since the start of 2026, with 31 new cases reported on Oct. 19, according to the latest disease surveillance report from the Manila Health…
MANILA, Philippines — Water levels in the country’s major dams recorded slight increases and decreases, according to data from the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa)…
LUCENA CITY — The Quezon Provincial Hospital Network–Quezon Medical Center (QPHN-QMC) in Lucena City opened its modernized, expanded emergency room on Monday, widening the province’s emergency medical care services. The…
MANILA, Philippines — Vice Admiral Rommel Supangan is the new commandant of the Philippine Coast Guard, replacing Ronnie Gil Gavan, Palace Press Officer Claire Castro announced on Monday. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr…
MANILA, Philippines – Sen. Erwin Tulfo expressed sadness on Monday after three minority senators reportedly voted in favor of reconsidering a petition to oust him in the upper chamber. This came a few days after the…
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police (PNP) stepped up its security operations in residential areas and public places to prevent crimes as preparations for the observance of All Saints’ Day and All Souls’…
MANILA, Philippines — Former Pampanga Rep. Aurelio “Dong” Gonzales posted P180,000 bail in two of three of his graft cases before two Sandiganbayan divisions, the anti-graft court confirmed on Monday. The Office of the…
MANILA, Philippines — Former Pampanga Rep. Aurelio “Dong” Gonzales posted P90,000 bail in one of three of his graft cases before the Sandiganbayan Seventh Division over the weekend. The Seventh Division clerk of court…
LUCENA CITY — The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) identified four additional bird species in the Pamitinan Protected Landscape (PPL), enriching the area’s biodiversity profile. In a report on…
MANILA, Philippines — Here are INQToday’s top stories this afternoon: Gasoline prices are set to drop by P4.30 per liter on Tuesday, while diesel prices will increase by P2.60 per liter; the Department of Foreign…
MANILA, Philippines — A prosecution witness told the Sandiganbayan Third Division on Monday that he saw up to 60 “maleta” moved in and out of the luxury condominium of former Ako Bicol Rep. Zaldy Co, and was told by…
LUCENA CITY — A 61-year-old woman was arrested on Sunday in a drug bust in Unisan, Quezon, for allegedly selling shabu (crystal meth) to an undercover operative. In a report on Monday, the Quezon Police Provincial…
CALASIAO, Pangasinan – Councilor Blesildo Sumera assumed the mayoralty seat of Urdaneta City on Monday after taking his oath of office on Friday. Sumera’s ascension to mayor followed the Office of the Ombudsman’s…
MANILA, Philippines — An Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) diagnosis should not excuse a person from making insensitive remarks about persons with disabilities (PWDs), 1PWD Party-list Rep. JD Castro said…
BACOLOD CITY— Police and other law enforcement agencies seized P4.35 million worth of suspected smuggled cigarettes and arrested two men during an operation in Barangay Balicotoc, Ilog, Negros Occidental, on Sunday. The…
MANILA, Philippines — Typhoon Champi, which is monitored outside the Philippine area of responsibility (PAR), maintained its strength on Monday morning ahead of its expected entry into the country, according to the…
ILIGAN CITY — A man suspected of killing a woman and wounding three others in separate incidents in Lala, Lanao del Norte, died after he was allegedly hit by a truck while crossing a road, police said. A police report…
LUCENA CITY — A concerned citizen helped foil an attempted bank robbery in Rosario, Batangas, on Sunday, with the arrest of an armed man who allegedly broke into a branch of the Philippine National Bank (PNB). In a…
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) suspended the operations of six vessels of Atienza Interisland Ferries in relation to the fatal fire incident of MV June Aster, Labor Secretary Francis…
MANILA, Philippines — Former Speaker Martin Romualdez allegedly urged former Ako Bicol Rep. Zaldy Co to run as a party-list nominee, a witness told the Sandiganbayan Third Division on Monday. Larry Bellen, a long-time…
FORT DEL PILAR, Baguio City — The installation of the Philippine Military Academy’s first female Commandant of Cadets on Saturday, Oct.17, was a reunion of many of the pioneering women who were the country’s very first…
MANILA, Philippines – Sen. Erwin Tulfo on Monday pressed the need for a more effective implementation of laws that protect persons with disabilities (PWDs) after a derogatory remark was made against Joshua “Josh” Aquino…
MANILA, Philippines – The National Police Commission (Napolcom) introduced new questions in its nationwide Philippine National Police (PNP) entrance and promotional examinations as part of its effort to weed out…
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Monday vowed to improve nurse-to-patient ratios, fill vacant positions, and provide more opportunities for Filipino nurses. He made the commitment during the…
CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro — Five fishermen were arrested during a joint law enforcement operation for alleged blast fishing in the municipal waters of Looc, Occidental Mindoro, on Sunday afternoon. Personnel from…
MANILA, Philippines — Three officials of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) in Davao City were removed from their posts amid the investigation of the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) into alleged…
TACLOBAN CITY — Government troops recovered a squad automatic rifle, an improvised explosive device (IED), and ammunition following a brief armed encounter with suspected remnants of the New People’s Army (NPA) in…
MANILA, Philippines — The 1PWD Party-list on Monday filed a complaint-referral before the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) against the hosts and producers of the Machong Chismisan podcast following insensitive…
IBA, Zambales — More than 2,000 electric vehicles could pass through the Subic Bay Freeport a month, the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) anticipates, as demand for electric vehicles in the country rises. In a…
MANILA, Philippines — Former Energy chief Alfonso Cusi on Monday asked the Sandiganbayan Third Division for permission to travel to China and Japan starting Oct. 31. According to Jezreel Zapanta of the Office of the…
ILIGAN CITY — The city government has allocated P3.35 million to support farmers and mitigate the impact of El Niño. Teodosia Jaraba, acting head of the City Agriculturist’s Office (CAG), said they extended P2.35…
MANILA, Philippines — Moderate to heavy rainshowers with lightning and strong winds are expected over parts of Batangas, Quezon, Cavite, Laguna, and Rizal on Monday morning, the state weather bureau said. In a…
Puerto Princesa City — Four people died and another was injured after two motorcycles collided along the national highway in Barangay Sumbiling, Bataraza, Palawan, early Sunday. The Palawan Police Provincial Office said…
CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro — Church and youth groups in Oriental Mindoro are urging young people to take a more active role in political reform, including efforts to end political dynasties. The call is part of the…
LUCENA CITY — Taal Volcano showed renewed unrest after two minor phreatic eruptions and a spike in seismic activity were recorded within a 24-hour period, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology…
MANILA, Philippines — Typhoon Champi is approaching the Philippine area of responsibility (PAR) but is not yet affecting the country, the state weather bureau said Monday. In its 5 a.m. forecast, the Philippine…
MANILA, Philippines — The Senate finance committee will extend the traditional parliamentary courtesy to Vice President Sara Duterte when it deliberates on the 2027 budget being sought by her office, its chair, Sen. JV…
MANILA, Philippines — Supertyphoon Champi may enter the Philippine area of responsibility (PAR) on Tuesday and will be locally named Rosal, bringing potentially destructive winds and heavy rains to northern Luzon later…
MANILA, Philippines — Former Finance Undersecretary Cielo Magno is positioning herself as an alternative to traditional politicians in the next general elections, proposing fiscal reforms to jump-start a slowing…
MANILA, Philippines — President Marcos has ordered the creation of a carbon market framework that will allow farmers and businesses, even regular folks from communities, to earn additional income by protecting forests…
MANILA, Philippines — The Inquirer’s two-part special report on the country’s growing debt, its historical and legal origins as well as impact on government spending and funding for public services won Best News…
SAN FRANCISCO, AGUSAN DEL SUR, Philippines — The province, which was placed under a dengue outbreak two weeks ago, has recorded 16 deaths and 2,572 cases since the start of the year, prompting public schools to…
MARAWI CITY, BARMM, Philippines — Nine years after the liberation of Marawi from the clutches of Islamic State-aligned militants, the minority Catholic community remains flourishing despite the destruction of their…
BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — Thirty-three years after entering the Philippine Military Academy (PMA) as one of its pioneering female cadets, Army Col. Leah Lorenzo-Santiago returned on Saturday as the academy’s first…
MANILA, Philippines — From a supertyphoon, Champi has weakened into a typhoon, but may regain supertyphoon strength before entering the Philippine area of responsibility (PAR) on Tuesday, Oct. 20, according to the…
Our first in the series of holiday gift guides is for fitness! Historically, the holidays are marked with libations and cheat days. Apart from gifting gym memberships, here are some wearables and tech accessories that…
TNT, the value brand of Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart), has won a gold award at the recent SMARTIES Philippines for its network campaign under the Creator/Influencer/Celebrity Marketing (Impact Marketing) category…
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