‘Nebrija en Filipinas’ exhibit opens at LPU
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Boy Abunda furious over podcast hosts’ mockery of Kris Aquino’s son Josh, urges legal action
Veteran television host Boy Abunda did not mince words as he strongly condemned the personalities behind the Machong Chismisan podcast for making insensitive…
Michael Leyva slams podcast hosts over insensitive remarks about Kris Aquino’s son Josh
Fashion designer Michael Leyva has joined the growing number of personalities condemning the controversial remarks made about Joshua “Josh” Aquino, the eldest…
BJMP Bicol issues 50 pistols to personnel after firearms training
The Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) in Bicol has issued 50 Taurus TX9 pistols to its personnel following firearms proficiency training in Sto.…
Boy Abunda urges Kris Aquino to take ‘Machong Chismisan’ hosts to court
Reacting to the insensitive remarks about Josh Aquino, Boy Abunda advised Kris Aquino to take the matter to court.
JV Ejercito flags House budget cuts to rail projects, P8B hike in flood control
Senator JV Ejercito on Wednesday flagged sweeping changes in the version of the 2027 budget passed by the House of Representatives, saying it deviates…
‘Machong Chismisan’ host Makoy Pare apologizes over ‘walang kuwenta’ remark about Josh Aquino
Following public backlash over an insensitive remark about Kris Aquino’s son Josh Aquino, Makoy Pare, one of the hosts of the “ Machong Chismisan” podcast,…
OP commended for contributions to hospital facilities, equipment upgrades
The Office of the President (OP) received a commendation from the Commission on Audit (CoA) for its P4.22 billion in transfers for the upgrade of government…
Pope Leo: World has no future without strong families
Pope Leo XIV on Wednesday, 14 October, called for stronger family bonds, urging parents and children to revive the practice of praying together and nurturing…
Ejercito flags cuts to preventive health in 2027 budget
Senate Finance Committee chairperson JV Ejercito on Wednesday questioned reductions in health care and disaster preparedness allocations under the…
Kris Aquino jokes about asking doctor for a kiss during port-a-cath procedure
Former writer Dindo Balares was in stitches as friend Kris Aquino recounted a hilarious incident involving her and her doctor while her PICC line in her…
Joshua Garcia says Jeremiah Lisbo’s punch was so real he saw black
Joshua Garcia recalled how a fight scene with Jeremiah Lisbo went wrong during the taping of “ Unbreak My Heart” in 2023.
Mikkie Bradshaw-Volante joins ‘The Play That Goes Wrong’
Filipino actor leads international cast in Manila debut of award-winning comedy
SSS assets hit record ₱1.35T under de Claro
The Social Security System (SSS) reported record-high assets of ₱1.35 trillion as of June 2026, marking a 7.6-percent increase under the leadership of former…
SN Aboitiz renews commitment to Benguet communities
ITOGON, Benguet — SN Aboitiz Power-Benguet (SNAP-Benguet) reaffirmed its commitment to sustainable community development during its annual Host Communities'…
NBI files raps vs 21 over Davao flood control projects
The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) has filed criminal complaints against 21 individuals, including Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH)…
CoA flags P25.51M in Sandiganbayan expenses
The Commission on Audit (CoA) flagged deficiencies involving ₱25.51 million in foreign travel and meeting venue expenditures of the Sandiganbayan in 2025,…
Palace assures ample food supply amid El Niño threat
Malacañang on Wednesday assured the public that the Philippines has sufficient food supplies despite the anticipated effects of El Niño on agricultural…
DepEd, DILG tap barangay tanods for school security
The Department of Education (DepEd) and the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) have agreed to allow barangay tanods to help secure school…
Mindoro's poorest face 10.1% inflation
Rice prices surge 24.1% as housing and utility costs add pressure on low-income households
Angara backs social media ban with learning-app exemptions
Education Secretary Sonny Angara on Wednesday backed a ban on minors’ access to social media, provided educational and other useful applications are exempted,…
DSWD to deploy water filtration kits in El Niño-hit areas
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) will begin deploying portable water filtration kits to communities affected by El Niño in the coming…
Bonoan, whistleblowers to testify in Estrada plunder case
Former Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Secretary Manuel Bonoan along with other supposed “whistleblowers” are set to be called as witnesses for…
China's nine-dash line is fiction, Teodoro says
Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. on Wednesday rejected China's sweeping maritime claims in the South China Sea, describing its nine-dash line as a…
Water firms cut Angat reliance ahead of El Niño
Metro Manila’s two major water concessionaires are reducing their dependence on Angat Dam ahead of a potentially strong El Niño, with Manila Water nearing…
NBI identifies 10 leads in P3.54B Laos drug bust
The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) has identified at least 10 persons and entities of interest in the Philippines believed to have possible links to…
Jane de Leon just created Philippine social media's new meme with Lady Gaga-VST mashup
An unexpected mashup by Jane de Leon combining the beat of Lady Gaga’s “Poker Face” with the lyrics of VST & Company’s “Awitin Mo at Isasayaw Ko” surprised…
NAPOLCOM fires cop over fatal Tacloban school shooting
The National Police Commission (NAPOLCOM) has dismissed a policewoman for failing to secure her service firearm, which was used by her 14-year-old nephew in a…
Southeast Asia startup funding rebounds, Philippines lags
The Philippines accounted for just 1.1 percent of Southeast Asia's startup funding in the first half of 2026, even as regional investments reached their…
Air India Flight from diverted following suspected hijacking alert
An Air India flight traveling from Frankfurt, Germany, to New Delhi was abruptly diverted to Jaipur International Airport on Wednesday morning, 14 October,…
Lacson misses point in P500M Sara trial cost dispute — Panelo
Vice President Sara Duterte’s spokesperson Salvador Paolo Panelo Jr. on Wednesday maintained that his concern over public spending on her impeachment trial…
Baguio wants Session Road makeover
BAGUIO CITY — The city government is pushing for the redevelopment of Session Road to ease pedestrian congestion, improve drainage and enhance the appearance…
Panelo suspects prosecution already secured votes to convict Sara
Vice President Sara Duterte's spokesperson, Atty. Paolo Panelo, speculates that the prosecution decided to withdraw three articles of impeachment because it…
NAPOLCOM dismisses policewoman over firearm used in Tacloban shooting
The National Police Commission (NAPOLCOM) has dismissed a police officer whose government-issued firearm was used by her 14-year-old nephew in a shooting at…
China is the troublemaker, Teodoro tells Sara
Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. on Wednesday rejected suggestions that the Philippines was causing tensions in the West Philippine Sea (WPS), declaring…
Duane "Keffe D" Davis sentenced to minimum 40 years for Tupac murder
Duane "Keffe D" Davis, the former Los Angeles gang leader who boasted for years of his involvement in the killing of rapper Tupac Shakur, only to deny it when…
Palace: Sara has no right to demand Marcos resignation
Malacañang on Wednesday rejected Vice President Sara Duterte's call for President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to resign, saying she had no right to demand his…
Mistrial possible if Sara cannot rebut dropped charges — retired SC justice
Retired Supreme Court Associate Justice Noel Gimenez Tijam has cautioned that the Senate impeachment court’s refusal to let Vice President Sara Duterte’s…
Ping to Sara’s spox: Correct your ‘misleading’ P500-M 'wasted' taxpayers' money in Senate trial
Senator Ping Lacson fired back at Vice President Sara Duterte’s camp after blaming the Senate majority for allowing the prosecution to drop three of the four…
PNP welcomes dismissal of raps vs 5 cops
The Philippine National Police (PNP) on Wednesday welcomed the Office of the Ombudsman's dismissal of administrative complaints against five police officers…
Clark’s top official hailed as Lifetime Contributor at the Asia CEO Awards 2026
Clark Development Corporation (CDC) President and CEO Atty. Agnes VST Devanadera was given the Lifetime Contributor Award (Public Sector) at the 17th Asia CEO…
Driver arrested after chasing, ramming SUV in Lipa
Eight occupants escaped injury after an alleged road rage pursuit ended at a police station
Manila FAME puts Filipino craftsmanship on global stage
Filipino designers, artisans and manufacturers are showcasing locally made home, fashion and lifestyle products for international markets as Manila FAME 2026…
Trump to visit Philippines for ASEAN Summit
Malacañang confirmed Wednesday, 14 October, that US President Donald Trump will visit the Philippines to attend the 49th Association of Southeast Asian Nations…
PEZA targets Bicol for IT-BPM, manufacturing growth
The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) is positioning the Bicol Region as an emerging investment destination for information technology-business process…
‘Machong Chismisan’ podcast slammed for calling Kris Aquino’s son Josh ‘walang kwenta’
“Machong Chismisan” co-host Tito P has drawn the ire of netizens after calling Josh Aquino, the eldest son of actress Kris Aquino, “walang kwenta” in a recent…
Who is DICT’s new chief Robert de Claro?
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. appointed Robert Joseph Montes de Claro as secretary of the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) on…
DOJ pushes stronger interagency coordination vs cybercrime
The Department of Justice (DOJ) has joined calls to strengthen coordination among law enforcement agencies, prosecutors and regulators to address gaps in the…
Inday defends Sison, hits back at Kapunan’s ‘bully’ tag
Vice President Sara Duterte on Wednesday defended her lead defense counsel Sheila Sison after private prosecutor Lorna Kapunan called the lawyer a “bully,”…
71% of Filipinos 'aware' of Sara Duterte's unexplained wealth — Pulse Asia
Most Filipino adults are aware of the allegations regarding Vice President Sara Duterte’s unexplained wealth, according to a Pulse Asia survey released…
Mynt President and CEO Martha Sazon named among Fortune’s Most Powerful Women Asia 2026
Martha Sazon, president and CEO of Mynt, the parent company of GCash, has once again been recognized among Fortune’s Most Powerful Women 2026 Asia—marking her…
Sara counsel flags alleged bias in NBI cash probe
Vice President Sara Duterte’s lawyer on Wednesday accused National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) Director Melvin Matibag of political bias in the bureau’s…
Barbers: VP Sara confidential fund case ‘ripe’ for criminal case
A criminal case against Vice President Sara Duterte for her alleged misuse of confidential funds may be pursued in light of the findings of the Commission on…
Rockport targets wider power market
Homegrown firm Rockport Power Inc. is looking to expand its presence in the retail electricity market after securing the renewal of its Retail Electricity…
Sara camp: Prosecution withdrawal exposes baseless charges
The withdrawal of three impeachment articles against Vice President Sara Duterte shows that the allegations against her lacked basis from the outset, her…
MakatiMed, Colegio de Sta. Rosa-Makati partner to support students’ mental health
Makati Medical Center (MakatiMed) and Colegio de Sta. Rosa-Makati have partnered to improve students’ access to professional assessment, consultation and…
Rockwell, Pag-IBIG team up to widen housing choices
Rockwell Land Corporation has partnered with Pag-IBIG Fund to expand housing options for Filipino workers, offering properties ranging from affordable…
NAPOLCOM dismisses police officer over Taguig road-rage incident
The National Police Commission (NAPOLCOM) has ordered the dismissal of Police Corporal Simeon Dimaala Suan after finding him guilty of multiple administrative…
PAF wraps up Sanay Bagwis exercise in Cebu
The Philippine Air Force (PAF) concluded its Sanay Bagwis 03-2026 exercise in Cebu, strengthening operational readiness and coordination for military and…
Over P50k worth ‘shabu’ seized from 2 repeat drug offenders in Catanduanes
NAGA CITY – Police confiscated over P50,000 worth of “shabu” (methamphetamine hydrochloride) from two suspected drug pushers, who are already facing drug…
Cainta eyes modern public library for children
The municipal government of Cainta, Rizal, is planning to establish a modern public library designed to encourage children to read and improve access to…
The Medical City Clark celebrates 11 years of world class healthcare in Central Luzon
The Medical City (TMC) Clark celebrated its eleventh year on 12 October 2026 as it continues to provide world class healthcare to families living in Central…
Sara’s trial may drag on until 2028 if 3 articles were not dropped — Luistro
The impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte could drag on until 2028 if the House prosecution panel had pursued all four articles of impeachment, Lead…
BatStateU-Alangilan wins DOST CALABARZON hackathon
Agriculture-focused technology project ‘Animo’ earns top honors and P50,000 cash prize.
Swedish fugitive wanted for fraud arrested in Negros Oriental
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) has arrested a Swedish national wanted by Finnish authorities on multiple fraud charges.
Baguio community retracts consent to proposed geothermal project
BAGUIO CITY — Residents and community members of Barangay Guina-ang submitted a community resolution to the regional office of the National Commission on…
NCRPO on alert for possible impeachment protests
The National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) has directed police units across Metro Manila to prepare for possible surprise demonstrations following…
NCRPO readies security deployment for UNDAS
The National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) has started preparing security measures for the upcoming observance of Undas 2026 to ensure the safety and…
Woman taking selfie fell into open manhole in CDO
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — A woman taking selfies along CM Recto Avenue was injured after accidentally falling into an open manhole near a shopping mall early…
BSP sees BOP deficits in 2026 and 2027
The Philippines’ balance of payments (BOP) deficit is projected to reach $9.2 billion this year and $8.5 billion in 2027 as elevated oil prices, transport…
Gov’t defends rice import halt ahead of harvest
The Department of Agriculture (DA) has defended its decision to block a 12,480-metric-ton shipment of Vietnamese rice, saying its delayed arrival could have…
Suansing's tears over P7.2T budget spark online debate
Nueva Ecija 1st District Rep. Mikaela Angela “Mika” Suansing drew mixed reactions online after becoming emotional following the House of Representatives'…
Laguna peace council seeks P36M confidential fund
Proposed allocation forms part of Laguna's P124-million peace and order plan for 2027.
Aragones faces new graft complaint over chemo center
Second complaint questions operating permit of Laguna Medical Center's free chemotherapy facility; governor calls allegations political harassment.
FUNDING BACK ON TRACK
Commuters line up to board an EDSA Bus Carousel bus along Roxas Boulevard in Pasay City on Wednesday, 14 October. After initially facing zero funding, the EDSA…
Over 80,000 inmates gain PhilHealth coverage
More than 80,000 persons deprived of liberty (PDLs) detained in facilities of the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) will benefit from Philippine…
DSWD deploys water filters to disaster-hit areas
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) said Wednesday it has been providing water filtration kits to communities with limited access to…
UPACC chair faces arson complaint at DOJ
The Department of Justice (DOJ) has been asked by a couple from Capas, Tarlac, to investigate United Pilipino Against Crime and Corruption (UPACC) chairperson…
Drug crazed man took daughter hostage in CDO
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — A 35-year-old butcher, believed to be under the influence of illegal drugs, allegedly took his 15-year-old daughter hostage and…
‘My Favorite People’ brings political satire to YouTube
In a country where politics often delivers more drama than a television series, a new comedy talk show is turning the absurdities of public life into…
Central Visayas wage hike takes effect — DOLE
The wage increase in the Central Visayas region takes effect this Wednesday, 14 October, the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) reminded.
Comelec opens filing for Batanes House seat
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) on Wednesday, 14 October, opened the filing of certificates of candidacy (COC) for the congressional seat of Batanes.
DIZON INSPECTS EDSA SIDEWALK WORKS
Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon inspects ongoing sidewalk construction along EDSA in Pasay City on Wednesday, 14 October, aimed at improving pedestrian…
Police seize P2M in smuggled cigarettes
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — Police in Northern Mindanao seized 2,602 reams of suspected smuggled cigarettes valued at P2,081,600 during an intelligence-driven…
Three Marinduque towns face high drought risk
Torrijos, Buenavista and Gasan face heightened drought risks as provincial authorities prepare agricultural assistance and emergency water supplies.
Tagle to lead Vatican mass as Pope recovers
Filipino Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle will preside over Mass at St. Peter’s Square on Wednesday as Pope Leo XIV recovers from lung surgery.
DOLE reminds employers of holiday pay rules
The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has reminded employers of the wages their workers should receive during the holidays in November.
Comelec halts ballot printing for Batanes, Naga votes
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has suspended the printing of ballots to be used for the special election in Batanes province and the Naga City…
BINI eyes 2027 Grammys with three submissions
Filipino girl group BINI is taking another significant step toward international recognition as the eight-member P-pop sensation officially enters the race for…
Trexy Paris Roxas champions sustainable Filipiniana
Filipino creativity, environmental awareness, and national pride take center stage as Miss Eco Teen Philippines 2026 Trexy Paris Roxas unveils a striking…
Dethroned Miss Earth Water breaks silence
Vietnamese beauty queen Trinh Mỹ Anh, who was reportedly stripped of her Miss Earth Water 2025 title, has publicly apologized following a controversy involving…
Glaiza de Castro marks five years of love with David Rainey
Five years of love, companionship, and shared dreams have given actress Glaiza de Castro another beautiful reason to celebrate as she marks her fifth wedding…
Purple Yam serves up sweet success
What began as a simple dream in Ozamis City has blossomed into a growing Filipino dessert brand, proving that determination, creativity, and the support of a…
Janice de Belen forgives John Estrada, but won't work with him
Veteran actress Janice de Belen has made it clear that while she has already forgiven her former husband, actor John Estrada, she has no intention of working…
Nikko Natividad seeks prayers for wife’s emergency surgery
What was supposed to be a joyful birthday celebration in Singapore turned into a heartbreaking ordeal for actor and television personality Nikko Seagal…
Palawan mining sector shrinks 11.8% in 2025
Tourism-related services expand 13% as mining and manufacturing decline, highlighting uneven economic growth in the province.
SC, PHILJA eyes judicial training center in the Visayas
The Supreme Court and the Philippine Judicial Academy (PHILJA) is set to build a judicial training center in the Visayas to make PHILJA’s programs more…
Growth on pope's lung was cancerous: Vatican
Doctors removed part of Pope Leo XIV's right lung during a 90-minute operation on Tuesday after finding a cancerous growth, the Vatican said in a statement.
Eala, binatikos matapos ma-olats
Matapos masungkit ang bronze medal sa Asian Games, muling sumabak sa WTA Tour si Filipina tennis star Alex Eala, ngunit nabigo siyang makausad sa Round of 64…
CALABARZON, MIMAROPA face 2027 drought threat
PAGASA forecasts worsening rainfall shortages across Southern Luzon, with several provinces potentially facing drought by January.
Barlis wants law students to be force multipliers to improve access to justice
With more than 30,000 law students nationwide, Supreme Court Associate Justice aspirant Jason R. Barlis said law students can be a potential force multipliers…
Pope Leo's lung operation 'successfully completed': Vatican
Pope Leo XIV's underwent an operation at a Rome hospital Tuesday to remove a nodule from his lung that was "successfully completed", the Vatican said.
SWS: Self-rated poverty rises to 16.8 million families in Q3
Families rating themselves as mahirap (Poor) rose by six points from 49% to 55%, translating to an estimated 16.8 million families. Meanwhile, self-rated food…
Pope Leo in Rome hospital for lung operation
Pope Leo XIV entered a Rome hospital smiling and waving Tuesday ahead of surgery to remove a nodule on his lung.
Iloilo City to roll out 'Bakuna Eskwela'
ILOILO CITY — The City Health Office will conduct its annual School-Based Immunization (SBI) program, or “Bakuna Eskwela,” in public schools from 19 October to…
Buhay pa, nakaburol na? Dalagita sa Guatemala nasa kabaong na, gumalaw pa
Kasalukuyang nakaburol ang isang kinse anyos na dalagita nang bigla siyang nakitang gumalaw sa loob ng kanyang kabaong sa may El Jocote sa bayan ng Sacapulas,…
Team Liquid PH set a Sibol anew
Team Liquid Philippines is set to represent the country once again on the international esports stage after beating Rough World Era, 3-1, in the grand finals…
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