NUJP condemns QCPD violence against Bulatlat reporter
The National Union of Journalists of the Philippines (NUJP) condemned the Quezon City Police District (QCPD) personnel’s use of violence against Bulatlat…
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QCPD dismantles bamboo shelter near DAR premises due to lack opermit
Demonstrators on Monday proposed erecting a temporary shelter made of bamboo poles beside the Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) premises, but the Quezon City…
QCPD maintains maximum tolerance; alternative media condemns police violence vs. journalists
The Quezon City Police District (QCPD) maintained that its personnel upheld maximum tolerance while the Altermidya Network condemned police violence against…
Eala ends slump, sweeps French rival
Alex Eala started strong in her Ningbo Open campaign as she swept world No. 32 Diane Parry of France, 6-3, 6-1, in the Round of 32 in China on Monday.
Grade 7 student stabbed by classmate in San Pablo
Victim in stable condition; bullying eyed as possible motive
4ID honors Marawi siege heroes
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — The 4th Infantry (Diamond) Division, Philippine Army, honored the heroes of the 2017 Marawi Siege and welcomed Colonel Caryleo P. Nagac,…
Fans express disappointment over Catriona Gray’s absence from Victoria’s Secret runway
Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray became a trending topic among Filipino pageant fans after several viewers expressed disappointment when she was not seen…
Palawan probes dugong death amid blast-fishing concerns
PCSDS releases preliminary findings on 19 October; laboratory tests to establish cause of death
Caretakers catch suspected wire thief in Tanay cemetery
Two other suspects flee; six meters of electrical wire recovered
Court suspends Marcoleta as senator over plunder raps
Senator Rodante Marcoleta was handed a 90-day preventive suspension by the Sandiganbayan Third Division for his pending plunder case related to his receipt of…
2 nabbed, P282,812 in suspected shabu seized in Lipa
Police recover 41.59 grams of suspected drugs in Barangay Balintawak buy-bust
Tulfo 'hurt' by minority senators' ouster vote
Senator Erwin Tulfo admitted on Monday that he felt hurt and disappointed after three of his colleagues in the minority bloc voted in favor of a renewed…
DOTr eyes busway expansion despite budget squeeze
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) is pushing to replicate the EDSA Busway in other parts of Metro Manila to ease traffic congestion and move more…
Catriona Gray and Christina Nadin bring Filipino glamour to Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show 2026
Filipina beauty took center stage in Los Angeles, California, as Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray and international model and social media personality…
New PCG chief vows unwavering defense of West Philippine Sea
Newly appointed Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) Commandant Vice Adm. Rommel Supangan has pledged to strengthen maritime patrols in the West Philippine Sea while…
CoA questions P226-million worth of expired DOH medicine, supplies
The Commission on Audit (CoA) flagged the Department of Health (DOH) for the failure to properly distribute P226.16 million in drugs and medical supplies in…
Peso sets another record low as stocks gain
The Philippine Stock Exchange Index (PSEi) rose 14.98 points, or 0.26 percent, to 5,797.90 on Monday, while the peso weakened 10.5 centavos, or 0.17 percent,…
Marcos favors diplomacy over declaring Chinese envoy persona non grata
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. favors diplomacy over declaring Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan persona non grata despite growing calls from lawmakers to sanction…
Claudine Barretto to file cyberlibel complaint against Cristy Fermin, Rommel Chika
Claudine Barretto is set to visit the National Bureau of Investigation on Tuesday, 20 October, to file a cyberlibel complaint against Cristy Fermin and her…
Capitol Medical Center, PallasMed expand PhilHealth YAKAP access
Capitol Medical Center (CMC) has partnered with PallasMed Primary Care Clinic to expand access to primary health care services under the Philippine Health…
Farmers, youth advocates injured in police dispersal outside DAR
Several farmers and youth advocates were injured during a confrontation with police outside the Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) in Quezon City on Monday,…
Leonen urges future lawyers to put compassion at heart of justice
Supreme Court Senior Associate Justice Marvic Leonen has urged aspiring lawyers to develop empathy, compassion and a deeper understanding of the communities…
Gov’t eyes November award of key Bataan-Cavite bridge contract
The government is targeting the award of a critical construction package for the $3.91-billion Bataan-Cavite Interlink Bridge (BCIB) by November, bringing the…
Bong Go extends aid to Cebu landslide victims, visits wake of 3 family members
Sen. Christopher “Bong” Go extended assistance to families affected by a landslide in Barangay Pulangbato, Cebu City, including the relatives of three family…
JBC excludes 'Doctorney' from chief justice race
The Judicial and Bar Council (JBC) has excluded lawyer and cardiologist Jose Cabrera Montemayor Jr., popularly known as “Doctorney,” from consideration for the…
De Lima says gov’t must ‘seriously consider’ Chinese persona non grata
The executive branch of government has to “seriously consider” declaring Chinese ambassador to the Philippines Jing Quan as persona non grata due to his recent…
DFA summons Chinese envoy as protest, warns of 'diplomatic action' if feud with Phl politicians persist
The Department of Foreign Affairs on Monday summoned China’s top diplomat to Manila to protest his contentious remarks about Beijing’s ability to “easily win”…
Foreign reserves fall to three-year low as BOP deficit widens
The Philippines’ gross international reserves (GIR) fell to $99.5 billion at end-September, while the balance of payments (BOP) deficit widened to $9.1 billion…
Podcast hosts face NBI complaint over remarks about Josh Aquino
The 1PWD Party-list filed a complaint before the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) on Monday, 19 October, against the hosts and producers of the “Machong…
La Trinidad eyes smart municipality status with digital overhaul
LA TRINIDAD, Benguet — The municipal government of La Trinidad is moving toward becoming a smart municipality, launching a digitalization and modernization…
Araneta City serves up Oktoberfest deals, dining promos this October
Araneta City is bringing Oktoberfest-inspired drink deals, affordable dining options and Halloween festivities to Quezon City this October, with promotions…
Bourdain-famous Vietnamese restaurant The Lunch Lady to open in BGC
A Vietnamese street-food institution that captured the attention of the late celebrity chef Anthony Bourdain is making its way to the Philippines.
DepEd to allow shorter, modified class days as El Niño looms
The Department of Education (DepEd) is preparing a four-level response system that will allow schools to modify class schedules, reduce academic requirements…
AboitizPower eyes smaller firms in retail power push
Aboitiz Power Corp. (AboitizPower) is eyeing a bigger share of the country's retail electricity market as relaxed government rules open the door for smaller…
Semirara challenges DOE over mining investment climate
Semirara Mining and Power Corp. (SMPC) has challenged the Department of Energy's (DOE) industrial policy, warning that its coal bidding rules could discourage…
Santa Maria treasurer faces suspension over ballot box security issues
The municipal treasurer of Santa Maria, Laguna was slapped with a one-month-and-one-day suspension without pay after the Office of the Ombudsman found her…
VP Sara urges protection of government workers’ rights
Vice President Sara Duterte called for continued efforts to protect government employees’ rights and welfare during the 18th founding anniversary of the…
No Filipinos hurt in Paris, Milan protests — DFA
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said Monday that no Filipinos have been reported injured or involved in the protests in Paris and Milan.
DFA summons Chinese envoy over 'threatening' remarks
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) on Monday summoned Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan over remarks suggesting that China could easily use force against the…
Guinigundo urges Philippine terms in Pax Silica deal
Former Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) official Diwa Guinigundo has urged the government to ensure the proposed Pax Silica initiative delivers tangible…
Farmers protest against military operations, mark 6th month since Toboso 19 massacre
Several progressive groups and farmers from various regions gathered in front of the Department of National Defense (DND) headquarters on Monday to condemn…
Ignite Power eyes Mindanao expansion after SOCOTECO II vote
Ignite Power and Energy Holdings Inc. is eyeing a wider foothold in Mindanao’s electricity distribution sector after securing overwhelming support for its…
Body found in San Marcelino, two suspects arrested within 24 hours of discovery
The San Marcelino Municipal Police Station (MPS) arrested two suspects within 24 hours after the body of their victim was found at Purok 4, Brgy. Lucero in the…
Philippines launches nationwide electronic notarization
Historic rollout marks a milestone in legal digitalization as Twala seals landmark agreements with IBP and UP College of Law
Negros police seize P4.35M smuggled cigarettes in Ilog
The Police Regional Office-Negros Island Region (PRO-NIR) has confiscated 76 master cases of suspected illicit cigarettes valued at P4,354,800.00, and arrested…
Gasoline prices plunge, diesel costs climb
Gasoline consumers are in for a bigger break at the pumps this week, with prices falling by P4.30 per liter, but diesel users face another round of higher fuel…
Nueva Vizcaya residents file raps vs PNP over anti-mining arrests
Residents of Kasibu and Dupax del Norte, Nueva Vizcaya, trooped to the Office of the Ombudsman on Monday to file administrative and criminal complaints against…
Remulla wants drug syndicates classified as terrorist networks
Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla on Monday urged Congress to consider classifying major drug syndicates as terrorist networks, saying the move could…
School shifts to online learning amid rising flu cases
San Juan City Science High School suspended face-to-face classes on Monday, 19 October, after reporting a rise in flu cases among students, shifting to online…
Nine nabbed, shabu seized in Pangasinan drug raids
Nine suspected drug personalities were arrested in a series of anti-drug operations across Pangasinan early Monday, October 19, resulting in the confiscation…
Missing elderly person found dead in Benguet
ATOK, Benguet — The search for 79-year-old Rogelio Bengyed Sawey has ended after authorities recovered his body in Salidet, Botiao, Cattubo, Atok, Benguet.
DA prepared P62B to shield agriculture from El Niño
The Department of Agriculture (DA) has presented a P61.99-billion action plan to protect food production and rural livelihoods from the anticipated effects of…
Baguio opens new nature sanctuary
BAGUIO CITY — Baguio City residents, visitors and tourists can now explore a new destination dedicated to nature appreciation, education and wellness.
Romualdez urged Co to run for Congress, witness claims
Former House Speaker Martin Romualdez was responsible for encouraging former congressman Zaldy Co to pursue a seat at the House of Representatives under the…
Remulla defends Marcos drug war, disputes Duterte-era gains
Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla on Monday rejected claims that illegal drugs had become more widespread under President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. than during the…
Japan, Philippines reinforce defense ties amid regional tensions
Japan and the Philippines reaffirmed their commitment to stronger defense cooperation and regional security during the 72nd Japan Self-Defense Forces Day…
National Housing Expo offers 50,000 homes to Filipinos
More than 50,000 housing units are being showcased by over 80 private developers at the 2nd National Housing Expo 2026, giving Filipino families more options…
MNEX invests P180M in Batangas precision manufacturing plant
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is expediting support for Singapore-based manufacturer MNEX’s P180-million precision manufacturing facility in…
EDSA Busway risks disruption without 2027 funding, DoTr warns
The Department of Transportation (DoTr) has warned that the EDSA Busway could face operational disruptions in 2027 without government funding, potentially…
E-notarization linked to eGov, final tests underway
DICT chief confirms system integration, cites identity verification and encryption to protect digital legal documents
Suspect in Chef Tatung's P4M burglary arrested in Antipolo
Police have arrested a suspect in the burglary of celebrity chef and content creator Myke “Tatung” Sarthou's residence in Rizal, nearly a month after the…
Filipinos lose P121.8B to scams
The Department of Justice (DOJ) has joined forces with telecommunications companies, regulators and the credit card industry to intensify the fight against…
First batch of 34 OFWs from Saudi Arabia return home
The first batch of 34 overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, returned to the Philippines on Monday, 19 October, following flight…
Ateneo de Zamboanga tightens security over reported threat
Ateneo de Zamboanga University (AdZU) has tightened security at its Grade School Department following reports of a possible threat of violence on Monday, 19…
BCDA secures fuel supply operations at Poro Point
The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA), through its subsidiary Poro Point Management Corp. (PPMC), has renewed lease agreements with Chevron,…
Defense reporters hit back at Chinese Embassy over 'limited comprehension' jab
The Defense Press Corps of the Philippines (DPC) has hit back at the Chinese Embassy in Manila for accusing Filipino journalists of having “very limited…
Rebel leader surrenders in Samar, cites hunger, exhaustion
A ranking member of the communist insurgency surrendered to authorities in San Jose de Buan, Samar, citing hunger, exhaustion, internal leadership disputes and…
34 OFWS REPATRIATED FROM SAUDI ARABIA
The first batch of 34 overseas Filipino workers from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, arrives at NAIA Terminal 3 in Pasay City on Monday, Oct. 19, following flight…
Remains of OFW who died in Germany arrive home
The remains of an overseas Filipino worker (OFW) who died in an accident in Germany arrived in the Philippines Sunday night, 18 October.
Most-wanted fugitive arrested at NAIA
A 42-year-old man who is wanted for an alleged violation of anti-violence against women and children law was arrested upon arrival at Ninoy Aquino…
CHRISTMAS LIGHTS UP ARANETA CITY
Colorful Christmas lanterns illuminate the annual Parolan Bazaar at Expo Centro Parking in Araneta City, Cubao, Quezon City, as dusk falls. Running until 31…
DIZON INSPECTS PUMPING STATION AFTER P180K THEFT
Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon visits the Diokno Pumping Station on Monday, Oct. 19, following the theft of electrical equipment worth about P180,000 on 14…
Tacloban anti-drug operation yields firearm, ammo
TACLOBAN CITY – An anti-drug sting operation intended to arrest small-time street level drug personality here yielded a firearm and ammunition giving credence…
Go hits delays in athletes' allowances
Sen. Christopher "Bong" Go has criticized delays in the release of allowances for national athletes, saying internal disputes among sports organizations should…
Three DPWH officials relieved over Davao flood projects
Three officials of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) have been relieved from the posts on Monday, 19 October, due to their alleged involvement…
SBMA pushes for more EVs in Subic Freeport
Subic Bay Freeport — With the country shifting to electric vehicles, the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) is riding the wave of global EV industry…
PHLPost halts mail, parcel deliveries to Saudi Arabia
The Philippine Postal Office (PHLPost) has suspended the delivery of mails and parcels to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Mr. Chinatown 2013 Randy See dies at 34
The Philippine pageant and entertainment communities are mourning the untimely passing of Randy See, a Filipino-Chinese model, actor, television host, and…
Trexy Paris Roxas bags Miss Eco Teen Asia crown
The Philippines has added another achievement to its international pageant record as Trexy Paris Roxas earned the title of Miss Eco Teen Asia 2026 during the…
DENR releases Brahminy Kite in Tarlac
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has released a rehabilitated Brahminy kite (𝘏𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘢𝘴𝘵𝘶𝘳 𝘪𝘯𝘥𝘶𝘴) back into its natural…
Will Ashley credits Alden Richards for acting dream
Rising young actor Will Ashley has revealed that Kapuso star Alden Richards played a significant role in inspiring him to pursue a career in show business.
Sandara Park: ‘The Philippines raised me’
South Korean singer and actress Sandara Park has once again expressed her deep affection for the Philippines, acknowledging how the country played an important…
Five Calabarzon towns among top revenue earners
COA figures show Cainta leading Philippine municipalities with ₱2.34 billion in 2025 revenue.
Trader convicted over hazardous waste imports from Canada
The Department of Justice (DOJ) secured the conviction of an entrepreneur for illegally importing hazardous waste materials from Canada.
34 nabbed in CALABARZON anti-drug operations
PRO 4A reports 193 gambling arrests, 20 wanted persons apprehended in 24 hours
PCG drives off foreign vessel near Palawan
PALAWAN — The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) drove away another unauthorized foreign fishing vessel from waters off Kota Island in Kalayaan, Palawan, on Sunday,…
Puerto Princesa eyes P200B investment in eco-tourism estate
Puerto Princesa City is pitching investment opportunities in property, energy and tourism, highlighted by a proposed P200-billion ecotourism estate, ahead of…
Vena Energy advances 2.6 GW renewable pipeline in PHL
Renewable energy developer Vena Energy is advancing 2.6 gigawatts of renewable energy capacity in the Philippines through projects under construction and…
NVSU research on migratory bird showcased at Taiwan fair
Research on the roosting sites of the migratory Grey-faced Buzzard in Nueva Vizcaya was presented at the Taipei International Birdwatching Fair in Taiwan,…
P8,840 worth of shabu seized in Caoayan buy-bust
Police arrested a suspected drug personality and seized suspected shabu worth P8,840 during a buy-bust operation in Caoayan, Ilocos Sur, on Saturday evening,…
19-year-old arrested with marijuana, unlicensed revolver in Ilocos Norte
A 19-year-old man was arrested in a buy-bust operation in Barangay 3, San Nicolas, Ilocos Norte, on Sunday, with police seizing more than 20 grams of suspected…
Laoag prepares mitigation measures for possible Super El Niño
The Laoag City government is preparing measures to mitigate the potential effects of Super El Niño, including water shortages and rising temperatures, as part…
Two more Nigerians arrested, party drugs seized in Angeles
A day after the arrest of a Nigerian national along with the confiscation of P6-million worth of party drugs, two more Nigerians were arrested during a follow…
Davidovich Fokina beats rising star Jodar to win Shanghai Masters
Alejandro Davidovich Fokina fought back to beat rising star Rafael Jodar in the final of the Shanghai Masters on Sunday to claim the biggest title of his…
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