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BBM marks 2 national October celebrations
President Marcos has declared Oct.15 of every year as National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day to increase awareness of and provide comprehensive support for affected families.
Phl condemns China attack of Vietnam fishermen
The Philippines on Friday denounced China's alleged assault of Vietnamese fishermen in the South China Sea, where Manila and Beijing are also locked in violent confrontations that have led to fears of armed conflict.
SC affirms RTC jurisdiction over wills probated abroad
The Supreme Court (SC) has clarified the jurisdiction of regional trial courts over wills validated in foreign countries, ruling that RTCs have the authority to handle reprobate proceedings involving foreign probated wills.
Phl hosting Int'l Conference on Women, Peace and Security
The Philippines will host the International Conference on Women, Peace and Security (ICWPS) later this month, which is expected to be attended by representatives from more than 54 countries from Africa, Latin America, Europe, the Middle East, South Asia and the Asia Pacific.
Bong Go continues push for inclusive economic recovery
A day after filing his candidacy for the 2025 senatorial elections, Sen.
Marcos transfers Film Academy from DepEd to DTI
President Marcos has issued an order placing the Film Academy of the Philippines (FAP) under the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) to further boost the country's film industry.
Crowd-sourcing data could help Philippines tackle deadly floods
Crowd-sourced data could help better predict the effects of the tropical storms and typhoons that regularly batter the Philippines and so save lives, disaster risk experts said.
DA: Expect lower rice prices this month
Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel said rice prices are expected to lower later this month, following the sharp slowdown in the September inflation rate due to the decline in food prices.
Gibo working with Jinggoy to amend espionage law
Amid concerns over possible spying activities in the country by Chinese nationals disguised as Filipinos, Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro Jr.has committed to work with Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Estrada in strengthening the country's anti-espionage law, which dates back to the US colonial era.
So far, 70 senatorial, 73 party-list aspirants
Seventy aspirants for senatorial posts and 73 organizations and political groups have so far officially registered to take part in the midterm elections next year, as the eight-day period for filing of certificates of candidacy (COC) and certificates of nomination and acceptance (CONA) reached its fifth day yesterday.
Ben 'Bitag' Tulfo files COC for senator
Media personality Ben Tulfo formally launched yesterday his senatorial bid by filing his certificate of candidacy (COC) for the May 2025 national and local elections.
Quinta comm's ultimate goal: P20/kilo rice
The head of the lead committee in the House of Representatives' quinta committee yesterday revealed that their ultimate goal is to substantially lower the prices of rice to about P20 per kilo.
Party-list bets, supporters swarm Comelec Tent
Members and supporters of party-list groups yesterday flooded the Manila Hotel Tent where the Commission on Elections (Comelec) accepted the certificates of nomination and acceptance (CONA) filed by their nominees seeking seats in Congress in next year's mid-term polls.
PNP submits list of poll hot spots to Comelec
The Philippine National Police (PNP) has submitted to the Commission on Elections (Comelec) a list of potential election hot spots in the 2025 midterm elections.
NAIA curbside fees possibly in place before holidays - NNIC
The private operator of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) may start imposing fines on overstaying vehicles in terminal curbsides before the holidays to decongest the gateway.
Dito, Smart among best telcos
Dito Telecommunity Corp. has garnered multiple recognitions at the 2024 edition of the Opensignal 5G Global Awards, landing on the same spot as some of the biggest operators in the world.
'Phl economy still fastest in Asean in 2024, 2025'
The Philippines is expected to remain among the fastest growing economies in Southeast Asia this year and in 2025, with growth to be driven mainly by government spending and services exports, according to the Association of Southeast Asian Nations Plus 3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO).
Vista Land raises P3 B from preferred shares offer
Vista Land & Lifescapes Inc., the listed property developer of the Villar Group, has raised P3 billion in its return to the equities market.
AC Health building new facility to boost efficiency
Ayala Healthcare Holdings Inc.(AC Health) is expanding its pharma importation businesses with the construction of a new warehouse at the Cavite Technopark.
Coron, Siargao airports up next for PPP
The government has started evaluating the offers made by the Udenna and Gokongwei groups to operate the airports in Coron and Siargao, respectively, signaling that more gateways will be transferred to private hands under the Marcos administration.
10 firms gearing up for IPOs next year
Some 10 companies are seen undertaking their initial public offerings (IPO) next year on the back of better market conditions, BDO Capital & Investment Corp.president Eduardo Francisco said.
'Power crisis looms without balanced energy mix”
The country needs a balanced approach toward energy transition, as overdependence on a single power source could lead to a dire energy crisis, according to Aboitiz Power Corp.
Slower-than-expected Sept inflation buoys stocks
The stock market soared to a new high in more than two years as the country's inflation dropped to over four-year low in September.
Inflation slows to 1.9% in Sept
Inflation eased further in September to its lowest level in more than four years, driven by the slower increase in food prices, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA).
CONVERGE FORCES GAME 5
Fired up by its 114-112 steal in Game 3, Converge sprang another ambush on mighty San Miguel Beer.
Gov't eyes $25-B investment to boost energy sector
The country aims to unlock up to $25 billion in investments from a coalition of global investors as the government rallies to secure the entire funding to power the energy sector.
Arellano stuns CSB, boosts hopes
Arellano University added another big fish to its growing NCAA Season 100 catch after it shocked leader St.
Phl Xls set friendlies
The Philippine men's and women's football teams are gearing up for testy battles overseas as part of their respective preparations for major competitions down the road.
Regional bets dominate PGT match play
Regional players turned in commanding performances in the ICTSI Junior PGT National Match Play Finals, capturing six of the eight titles disputed at The Country Club here on Friday.
Mangin wins gold in world Jr. taekwondo
The \"golden era\" for Philippine sports has never ceased to churn out worldbeaters.