The Office of the Ombudsman has suspended three Department of Public Works and Highways officials over alleged “ghost” farm-to-market road projects worth P94 million in Davao Occidental.
The Philippine National Police on Friday, October 30, reminded Sen. Bato dela Rosa that he was once the “father” of the force now hunting him, pleading with him to give himself up as the deadline for his surrender…
A Catholic priest has denounced keeping cremated remains at home or sealing them inside necklaces and other jewelry as a desecration of the dead, days before Filipinos observe All Saints’ and All Souls’ Day.
Vice President Sara Duterte’s lawyer dismissed claims of a purported driver that he twice delivered suitcases of money to the vice president.
Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle, dean of the College of Cardinals, has cautioned against the use of artificial intelligence in preparing Catholic homilies.
The restoration of critical wetlands, rivers and coral reefs in protecting communities is critical against the “very strong” El Niño, Environment Secretary Juan Miguel Cuna said yesterday.
The world is getting smaller for fugitive Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa, Malacañang said yesterday, as it gave assurance that authorities are looking into all credible leads that could lead to his arrest.
Former Department of Public Works and Highways undersecretary Roberto Bernardo testified yesterday that to his knowledge, only Sen. Panfilo Lacson was not involved in any kickback scheme surrounding government…
The Department of Education is leasing available private school facilities and properties and using them to address classroom shortages.
The Department of Education is leasing available private school facilities and properties and using them to address classroom shortages.
The Department of Education is leasing available private school facilities and properties and using them to address classroom shortages.
Almost 100 relatives of drug war victims have applied to participate in the ongoing crimes against humanity trial of former president Rodrigo Duterte before the International Criminal Court.
The Catholic Church discourages bringing home urns during the observance of All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day, Manila Cathedral vice rector Fr. Vicente Gabriel Bautista said yesterday.
The Judicial and Bar Council has submitted to President Marcos its shortlist of five candidates to the position of chief justice.
The Judicial and Bar Council has submitted to President Marcos its shortlist of five candidates to the position of chief justice.
Over 30 business groups are urging Congress leaders to remove baseless insertions in the proposed 2027 budget as well as restore funding for foreign-assisted projects and the EDSA Busway.
Two preschool children drowned in an irrigation dike in Barangay San Vicente in Banga, South Cotabato on Thursday afternoon, October 29.
Phivolcs raised Mayon Volcano’s alert status to Level 3 on Friday, October 30, after a moderately explosive eruption sent a column of ash 3 kilometers above the crater.
Twenty-two Doppler radars capable of providing faster and more precise weather information are being eyed for installation by the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration.
Catholics have been urged to be prayerful and observe peace when visiting cemeteries on All Saints and All Souls’ Days.
Voter registration for the 2028 general elections will resume on Nov. 10, according to the Commission on Elections.
The Office of the Ombudsman has fined Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival Jr. over irregularities in the operation of the Colon Street Night Market last year.
The National Bureau of Investigation has identified at least 60 people including minors and foreigners behind the online grooming of children in connection with the Tacloban school shooting.
Citing safety concerns, journalist Philip Lustre wants his cyberlibel case transferred from Davao City to Metro Manila.
With over 141,000 police personnel and force multipliers deployed to cemeteries, major thoroughfares and places of convergence, the Philippine National Police (PNP) said yesterday security measures are in place for All…
Former Bangsamoro parliament member Edrieza Hadji Nasser Rimbang, the alleged financier and mastermind in the aborted shipment of 521 kilos of shabu worth P3.54 billion from Laos to the Philippines, is expected to…
As the government braces for the Undas travel surge, President Marcos yesterday opened a section of the North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) linking Quirino Highway in Quezon City to the Mindanao toll plaza in Valenzuela.
Newly elected members of the 80-seat parliament in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao want teachers, psychologists and religious leaders to join forces in teaching schoolchildren the responsible use of…
For the first time, commuters traveling to their hometowns for the Undas holidays will receive free rice meals at the Cebu provincial government-run bus terminals from October 29 to November 1.
The Office of the President has released ?100 million to Cebu Province for the rehabilitation of roads damaged by disasters from 2024 to 2026.
At least five new initiatives were adopted during the 20th ASEAN Defense Ministers’ Meeting and the 13th ADMM-Plus in Cebu to strengthen regional security cooperation and enhance collective resilience against emerging…
The gods and goddesses of the waves are headed to Siargao as Olympic gold medalists, world champions and some of surfing’s biggest names will descend on Cloud 9 from today, October 30, to November 8 for the World Surf…
Today, Friday, marks the one week deadline given by DILG Secretary Jonvic Remulla for Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa to surrender to authorities.
Labing lisod nga tubagon ni Bise Presidente Sara Duterte sa iyang turno sa pagpresentar og mga ebidensiya ug mga testigo sa pagpadayon sa impeachment trial karong Nobyembre 9 mao ang dakong kalainan sa mga numero sa…
What happened to a 20-year-old Architecture student last week in Lipa, Batangas, seems something made for telenovelas.
One of the country’s major telecommunications firms is pushing for the early integration of telecommunications infrastructure in residential, commercial. and mixed-use developments.
Major property developers across Asia continue to recycle capital by selling or monetizing mature assets to finance new investments and expand recurring-income businesses.
Learn how to build a guilt-free 'deserve ko 'to' fund, track where it goes and earn credit card rewards points on treats you've already budgeted for.
Taptap Send partners with Gotyme Bank and Cebu Pacific for "It’s Tyme to Come Home” Christmas campaign.
Inflation could pick up to as high as 8.1% in October due to higher fuel and electricity prices, as well as transport fares, according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas’ forecast for the month.
Mixed movements in pump prices are projected to continue as November starts next week.
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp. saw its revenues extend their decline, tumbling by 23.4 percent from January to September, with online gaming posting the steepest drop.
The pioneer of hard discount stores in the Philippines incurred more than P7 billion in losses as of 2025, raising doubts about whether this retail model can survive much longer.
Manila-based professional services firm WR Advisory Group last week released its inaugural Philippine Political and Country Outlook Report which warned that the Philippines faces an elevated and deteriorating outlook…
Pag-IBIG Fund posted a 24-percent increase in net income in the first nine months, while demand for the MP2 savings program remained strong despite rising prices that have squeezed household budgets.
The ASEAN Summit meeting we are hosting next month should be very interesting. As of now, it promises to be rather chilly. Two heads of state may give each other the cold shoulder.
Philippine financial markets found some relief yesterday after the US Federal Reserve kept interest rates unchanged, lifting local shares as bargain hunters stepped in while the peso strengthened back to the…
Japanese utility giant Tokyo Gas is open to expanding its investments in the Philippines’ natural gas sector with tycoons Enrique Razon Jr. and Federico Lopez, a top official said.
This is how Elisse Reyes (not her real name) greets her classmates at a university in Manila before their 10 a.m. class.
The share of bad loans held by Philippine banks fell to a nine-month low in September as continued credit growth enlarged the industry’s loan base, but gross bad loans still increased from a year ago.
The share of bad loans held by Philippine banks fell to a nine-month low in September as continued credit growth enlarged the industry’s loan base, but gross bad loans still increased from a year ago.
The Converge FiberXers put themselves on the board in the PBA Governors’ Cup quarterfinals after taking Game 2 against the Rain or Shine Elasto Painters, 130-125, Friday at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium in Manila.
Deja vu for Alex Eala.
NLEX and TNT took different paths to the playoffs in the PBA Governors Cup.
Good, old-fashioned effort.
Barangay Ginebra relishes sitting on a 1-0 lead against mighty San Miguel Beer.
Harmie Constantino overcame a two-shot deficit with three straight birdies from No. 5, closed with a 3-under 69 and won the season-ending Ladies Philippine Golf Tour event by two at Apo Golf Club course yesterday
It all comes down to this. Wind, waves and the world’s best at Cloud 9.
Savi Davison survived the tall blockers of ZUS Coffee as PLDT hammered out a 25-20, 25-18, 25-16 victory yesterday in the PVL All-Filipino Conference Pulse Series at the Santiago City Sports Complex in Isabela.PLDT
Deja vu for Alex Eala.
Jaden Dumdumaya battled through another difficult round, carding a second straight 73 to safely secure a weekend berth, while defending champion Fifa Laopakdee retained his grip on the lead in the Asia-Pacific Golf…
Neither the rain-soaked conditions nor Russell Bautista’s early surge could derail Micah Shin’s march to victory as he took firm control of the final round of the ICTSI Apo Golf Classic, cruising to a commanding…
Similar to the brothers Carlos and Eldrew Yulo in gymnastics, Philippine weightlifting has its own share of sibling athletes too.
The story of Indigenous Filipinos who were displayed as "human exhibits" at the 1887 Philippine Exposition in Madrid, Spain, will be brought to the big screen through "Los Salvajes Bravos," an official entry to the 52nd…
Filipino rapper Gloc-9 has released "Tara G!," a new song centered on friendship and shared experiences.
Bimby Aquino doesn't know yet who his future wife is going to be, but one thing he is sure of is he wants his mother Kris to be there at the wedding.
Fans will get one last chance to see Sir Patrick Stewart on the big screen this December following his passing at 86 years old.
Grammy-winning worship leader Chris Tomlin will return to the Philippines in April 2027 for concerts in Manila and Cebu.
R&B singer Jay R has released a Taglish version of his hit song “Bakit Pa Ba,” featuring Filipino-Puerto Rican singer-songwriter Lil’ Eddie.
GMA Pictures president and CEO Annette Gozon-Valdes had been wanting to create a movie that would bring together the many former and aspiring beauty queens under GMA’s talent management arm, Sparkle.
Before the mediacon officially began, the contestants of “LOL: Last One Laughing Philippines” Season 2 and host Vice Ganda had already set the tone for an entertaining program with their lively introductions and playful…
When Merci Tobias' experience also altered the way she viewed her own health and future.
The upcoming Manila runs of comedy "The Play That Goes Wrong" and "Heathers the Musical" will have select Filipino Sign Language-interpreted performances for Deaf and hard-of-hearing audiences.
Patis, or fish sauce, doesn't share any similarities with mushroom save perhaps for one thing — an umami connection.
Patis, or fish sauce, doesn't share any similarities with mushroom save perhaps for one thing — an umami connection.
Offshore Records executives Ely Buendia, Audry Dionisio, and Pat Sarabia have taken over a Makati restaurant in the hopes of giving diners a literal taste of home, with a tinge of nostalgia on the side.
When a door closes, another one opens.
Actress and wellness advocate Maxene Magalona and entrepreneur and content creator Ava Diaz Daza are among the featured personalities at the fourth season of "Ladies Who Launch," an event focused on women entrepreneurs…
Bea Millan-Windorski is directing all her focus to represent the Philippines the best away possible at Miss Universe as the pageant's organization navigates concerns among rivaling executives.
Every activity, no matter how trivial it may seem, matters a lot to help stave off looming water crisis.
The political elite is provoking people to revolt.
Let’s be honest: life right now feels exhausting. Whether you are scrolling through your phone and seeing non-stop bad news, worrying about the rising price of food and jeepney fares, or just trying to get through the…
As Halloween approaches, some people are busy trying to make the festivities of the dead something to remember.
In 2003, the Supreme Court ruled that Ferdinand and Imelda Marcos’ legitimate income from their combined salaries during their 20-year rule amounted to only P2.3 million ($304,372 at the time).
The government should hope that Sen. Ronald dela Rosa would surrender or be captured today.
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