Interior and Local Government Secretary Jonvic Remulla has ordered the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) to explain why a personal aide of Leyte Rep. and former House Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez was…
The Chinese Embassy in the Philippines has thanked Philippine law enforcement authorities for helping repatriate more than 100 Chinese nationals suspected of involvement in gambling and fraud.
Vice President Sara Duterte's camp hit back at the impeachment prosecution, accusing its members of disregarding due process and using public briefings to push allegations against her ahead of the start of her defense…
Thomas Markle, the estranged father of Meghan Markle, was arrested in Florida on Friday over alleged possession of child sexual abuse images, some of which were reportedly found at his former home in the Philippines.
Those defending China and advancing Beijing’s false narratives for the sake of convenience will be made known to the Filipino people, Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. said yesterday.
Former Bangsamoro parliament member Edrieza Hadji Nasser Rimbang dodged a summons for him to appear on Thursday before the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA), which sought to question him over a suspected…
The shortage of nurses could reach 250,000 by 2030 if current figures of 127,000 to 190,000 nurse deficit in 2025 continue, Commission on Higher Education (CHED) Chairperson Shirley Agrupis said yesterday.
The Senate impeachment court has formally admitted into evidence the statements of assets, liabilities and net worth (SALN) and Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC) records of Vice President Sara Duterte, while denying…
Public opinion of the ongoing impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte is largely affected by information being shared on social media, a political scientist said.
President Marcos has ordered government officials to make basic commodities affordable this Christmas season, while urging public institutions to keep holiday parties simple as the country prepares for the effects of a…
The prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC) has formally requested judges to provide protective measures to 55 witnesses involved in the crimes against humanity case against former president Rodrigo Duterte.
The National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) has ordered a crackdown on illegal water connections in Metro Manila, warning that unscrupulous groups are exploiting residents’ need for water amid concerns over supply…
Malacañang wants a thorough investigation on alleged special treatment for President Marcos’ cousin and former speaker Martin Romualdez after a jail warden admitted that the lawmaker has a personal staff staying with…
Vice President Sara Duterte left for Hong Kong yesterday where she is expected to stay until Nov. 8, a day before her defense team starts to present evidence in the ongoing impeachment trial against her.
Community leaders, local executives and a private firm have, from 2003 to this year, produced 1,635 college graduates from four Mindanao towns via a multi-sector education program and more of its current scholars are…
Moro villagers surrendered to an Army unit on Friday, November 6, a dozen firearms and explosives in support of the disarmament campaign of the Army’s 6th Infantry Division and the Office of the Presidential Adviser on…
Bangsamoro Chief Minister Abdulraof Macacua had tapped seven lawyers to oversee different ministries in the autonomous regional government that have extensive public service thrusts benefiting Muslim, Christian and…
Sen. Bong Go extended additional assistance to 308 people from various barangays in Cebu City on Wednesday where he cited the importance of continued trust and support of the Filipino people for him.
A Grade 10 student was wounded after he was stabbed by an 18-year-old schoolmate in this town on Thursday afternoon.
Spill booms have been deployed in the waters off Mariveles, Bataan after some 25 liters of used oil were spilled into the sea on Thursday, according to the Philippine Coast Guard.
The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) filed yesterday criminal complaints against the owner of a pet crematorium in Cavite and three other people in connection with the dumping of dead dogs and cats in San Jose del…
The Philippine Coast Guard yesterday said mining magnate Joseph Sy was delisted from the PCG Auxiliary in August 2025 over allegations of fake citizenship.
The emergency room of Ospital ng Maynila has exceeded its regular capacity, reaching 171 percent on Thursday.
Progressive group Bagong Alyansang Makabayan (Bayan) questioned the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA)’s remark that a Filipino surviving on P96 a day is no longer considered poor.
The Bureau of Immigration has deported 115 Chinese nationals involved in illegal Philippine offshore gaming operations (POGO) in the country, the BI announced yesterday.
The operation of closed-circuit television or CCTV cameras at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport was turned over to the San Miguel Corp.-led New NAIA Infrastructure Corp. (NNIC) yesterday.
Police have arrested a 30-year-old sport utility vehicle (SUV) driver who allegedly robbed an online seller of his cellphone before speeding away, leaving the victim to cling onto the vehicle and later fall to his death…
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro is supporting the proposed North Cebu Economic Zone (NCEZ), but stressed that the initiative must be integrated into a broader provincial development strategy rather than pursued as a…
More than a year after a magnitude 6.9 earthquake struck northern Cebu and Typhoon Tino battered parts of the province, the national government has released P1.365 billion to support ongoing rehabilitation and recovery…
The Department of Education Cebu City Schools Division has confirmed that several schools have already shortened class hours amid rising heat index levels across the city to help students cope with soaring temperatures.
Cebuano boxers John Paul Gabunilas and Justine Trazo of Chao Sy Stable embark on different missions as they take on Japanese opponents today (Saturday, November 7) at the historic Korakuen Hall in Tokyo, Japan.
The weekend that came was a bit gory. News of a 15-year-old boy killing his own mother with a hammer and then dropping her body inside an abandoned septic tank in Bohol is more than unusual.
This week, Cebu marked the first anniversary of Typhoon Tino which flooded many parts of Metro Cebu, claimed more than a hundred lives, and damaged thousands of homes.
Sa kataposan, sa gusto niya o sa dili, bisan sa ka-feeling hawod, kay kumbinsido nga ang kapin sa 32 milyones ka boto nga nakuha niya niadtong 2022 maoy kinakusgang panagang sa bisan unsang pagsuway pagpalagpot niya sa…
To avoid the Undas crowd, we decided to visit our beloved departed at a Cebu private cemetery before 8 A.M., October 31.
Industrial and real estate logistics developer AyalaLand Logistics Holdings Corp. (ALLHC), a subsidiary of property giant Ayala Land, Inc., remained focused on its recovery plan through Q3 2026, driven by accelerated…
Electric vehicle (EV) discussions remain heated as the rising global fuel costs directly hit the Philippines.
A strange thing sometimes happens to your best people.
The Philippines is already experiencing stagflation, a combination of sluggish economic growth and high inflation, as surging energy costs and weak government spending weigh on the economy, according to S&P Global…
Earnings of property giant Robinsons Land Corp. (RLC) expanded in the first nine months, driven by continued growth in the company’s recurring income portfolio and resilient performance across its diversified businesses.
Australian home and lifestyle brand Anko is taking the brand beyond Metro Manila for the first time since debuting in the country in 2024.
Improved earnings contributions from all subsidiaries boosted DMCI Holdings Inc.’s profit by 28 percent to P15 billion in the first nine months.
Japanese utility giant Tokyo Gas is urging the Philippines to lock in more long-term liquefied natural gas (LNG) contracts to shield consumers from price volatility driven by global supply chain disruptions.
Inflation is expected to remain below eight percent in the last two months of the year, although economists are divided over whether the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) needs another interest rate hike in December to…
The earnings of broadband giant Converge ICT Solutions Inc. slipped by nine percent to P8.09 billion, as the provider had to deal with higher expenses, while revenue grew at a slower pace.
O!Save, partly owned by multi-format retailer Robinsons Retail Holdings Inc., has reached a major milestone with the opening of its 1,000th store in Taguig.
The country’s agriculture and fisheries output fell to an 11-year low in the third quarter as high production costs and unfavorable climate risks, such as El Niño, constrained the production of local crops and fisheries.
The country’s unemployment rate went up in September as more Filipinos joined the labor force but were unable to secure jobs, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA).
The local stock market ended the week on a sour note as investors cashed in on gains following a two-day rally.
Micah Shin returns to familiar ground with renewed confidence, greater experience and a tougher game, but the challenge awaiting him at the Philippine Open may be unlike anything he encountered when he captured his…
It has been more than two years since the University of the East Red Warriors tallied a win in the UAAP.
Adamson University bucked a slow start to defeat College of Saint Benilde, 26-24, 25-15, 25-21, and secure the No. 3 seed in the quarterfinals of the 2026 Shakey’s Super League (SSL) Unity Cup.
The Manila Southwoods will allow fans to see all the action in the 108th Philippine Open for free, as the exclusive club does its share in promoting the game while making sure that Filipino bets in the $1-million event…
Jose Rizal University has zoomed to the top seed in Group A of the NCAA Season 102 men’s basketball tournament, with Lawrence Mangubat spearheading the Heavy Bombers’ charge toward a twice-to-beat advantage in the…
Bianca Pagdanganan dug deep into her reserves and delivered when it mattered most, carding a two-under 70 at the Panther course to secure a place in the LPGA Q-Series Final Stage. She finished tied for 26th in the…
The trap is set. And if Top Rank Promotions’ CEO Bob Arum would have his way, Charly Suarez will be out of the picture and Arum’s boy Vasily Lomachenko will become undisputed world super featherweight champion. Sadly…
More than 1,000 cyclists, runners, young athletes and families are expected to converge at the Ayala Vermosa Sports Hub in Imus, Cavite tomorrow for the inaugural Sun Life Bike & Run, an event that aims to bring people…
Compete like underdogs.
Rampaging leader University of the Philippines shoots for an eighth straight Final Four appearance as it takes on Katipunan rival Ateneo in the UAAP Season 89 men’s basketball today at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.
The PLDT team has been a puzzle Creamline can’t solve.
Eric Olivarez overcame a second-set stumble to reassert his dominance over Noel Damian, scoring a 6-2, 4-6, 6-2 victory to book his place in the finals of the Mayor Edwin Olivarez National Open Tennis Championships…
Gilas head coach Tim Cone is waiting for newly-naturalized Bennie Boatwright to arrive in Manila but his flight schedule depends on when he is released by Chinese Basketball Association team Fujian Sturgeons to play in…
After seven futile attempts, Converge got past the Last-8, meeting its date with franchise history with a 120-109 dispatching of Rain or Shine in Game 4 of their showdown in the PBA Governors’ Cup playoffs last night at…
Park Bo-gum can add styling and cutting hair to his list of skills.
CJ Ramos has also been documenting his time as a driver through vlogs, sharing his experiences from then and now as well as lessons learned.
The company did eventually release a statement apologizing to both Jennylyn, Dennis, and their family for displaying the tabloid copy in question.
Actress Sanya Lopez leads the return of FHM Philippines as the men's magazine makes its comeback with its November issue, ushering in a new era for the publication.
South Korean actor Hwang In-youp enjoyed his time back in the Philippines with his “To You” fan meeting held at the New Frontier Theater last week.
NAIA Terminal 1 was practically in pandemonium last Nov. 5 at around 4 p.m. And no, it wasn’t just another busy afternoon at the airport. It was the unmistakable kick-off of the Miss Universe season in the Philippines.
Andrea Brillantes’ latest film, “Laya,” is set to premiere in London this Nov. 7, marking the international debut of the drama thriller in which the Kapatid star takes on a darker, more complex role.
Nguyen Thu Thao of Vietnam bested 51 other international delegates and was proclaimed Miss Globe 2026 at glitzy rites on the island of Phuket.
Circulo Novo Ecijano brought together its members, friends and guests for a lively Barn Dance-themed evening of camaraderie and celebration at the Manila Polo Club in Makati City.
Now ongoing until tomorrow is the Katutubo Pop-Up Market celebrating creativity and local craftsmanship, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. at Bench Tower, BGC.
On Wednesday, Nov.11, I think there might be a sight to see at Rockwell’s Power Plant Mall: unusually long queues of people lining up to dine at Yabu.
The ongoing Middle East crisis exposed the vulnerability of economies dependent on imported energy, with consequences extending well beyond global oil and gas markets.
At the blockbuster Rotary Club of Manila (RCM) meeting Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026, where the First Lady Louise Araneta Marcos was the guest of honor and speaker, I asked a question nearly everybody, except perhaps the…
On Nov. 5, I was invited by the National Capital Region offices of DepEd, CHED and TESDA to speak for the labor sector at the One NCR Education Summit. The organizers asked me two questions: as automation and artificial…
A Blue Tsunami has just hit the United States.
Yes, Mexico has a new coffee place – and it is so familiar to Filipinos. The kiosk is called PickUP coffee and though the brand started in the Philippines it can now be called an international brand. PICKUP COFFEE now…
The rest of humanity breathes a little easier. American voters recovered their senses and trounced Donald Trump’s party in this week’s midterm elections.
Has the Philippines become a regional hub for illegal drugs?
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