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Catbalogan City in the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines has been declared to have a "Stable Internal Peace and Security Condition," meeting the government's benchmark for peace and security. The city joins other urban centers in the region that have achieved this milestone.
A soldier wounded in an ambush in Lamitan City, Basilan, has died from severe head injuries. The incident reignites concerns over the security situation in the region.
The World Bank has proposed a new jeepney modernization model in Baguio City, Philippines, where local governments would contract transport groups for public service. This shifts financial risks for vehicle upgrades away from drivers and operators, aiming for greater sustainability and efficiency in the Philippines' public transport.
The wife of newly proclaimed National Artist Nunelucio Alvarado has issued a warning about the proliferation of fake artworks attributed to him. Following reports of counterfeit paintings being sold at high prices, the family is now issuing Certificates of Authenticity for his creations.
A Bureau of Internal Revenue official testified at a Philippine impeachment hearing that Vice President Sara Duterte and her husband earned a combined P85.34 million from 2007 to 2025, and confirmed a tax audit is underway. The hearing focused on discrepancies between their declared income and net worth, and allegations of practicing law while serving as Vice President.
The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has launched a formal tax investigation into Cale88 Foods Corp., owned by the husband of Vice President Sara Duterte. The company is also under scrutiny for alleged underdeclaration of assets in the VP's Statement of Assets, Liabilities, and Net Worth (SALN) and suspicious financial inflows.
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has approved the addition of seven more incidents to the case against former President Rodrigo Duterte for crimes against humanity. This brings the total number of incidents to 56, while rejecting a defense request to limit the charges.
Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte was told by impeachment trial prosecutors that spending over P300,000 on shoes and a P200,000 dinner in Tokyo are not indicative of a simple life, sparking public debate on her lifestyle.
Mounting frustration over persistent power outages in Albay has reignited debate over reprivatizing the Albay Electric Cooperative (ALECO). While the provincial governor calls for structural reforms, concerns linger based on past privatization experiences.
Malacañang has accepted the resignation of Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) Secretary Henry Aguda, Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla announced. Aguda assumed the DICT leadership in March 2025.
Philippines' Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) Secretary Henry Aguda has resigned, according to Ombudsman Remulla. The reasons for his departure remain unclear at this time.
The Philippine Department of Justice has conducted a preliminary investigation into an obstruction of justice complaint filed against Senator Robin Padilla, stemming from allegations of aiding the escape of former police chief Ronald Dela Rosa.
The Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) elections in the Philippines, postponed until 2028, are leaving young officials torn between career advancement and public service due to insufficient compensation. The repeated deferrals are also raising concerns about resignations and dereliction of duty, potentially hindering community activities.
The Philippine government successfully raised P167.25 billion from its 32nd retail Treasury bond (RTB) offering, surpassing its P150-billion target. This indicates strong investor confidence and a significant step in the government's fiscal management.
The initial public offering (IPO) of Mynt Inc., the parent company of fintech giant GCash, is rekindling foreign investor interest in Philippine firms. Some investors are now exploring investment opportunities in other sectors within the country.
The Philippines will adopt an international bond pricing convention on January 4, 2027, for eligible peso-denominated government and corporate securities, aiming to attract more investors and deepen market liquidity.
The Philippine Deposit Insurance Corp. (PDIC) has surpassed its 2025 targets for asset recovery, loan resolution, and liquidation of closed banks. This achievement is expected to accelerate payouts to depositors and creditors.
The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) is poised to achieve record-high investment approvals in 2026, driven by four major projects. With P297.14 billion already approved as of September, an additional P200 billion is anticipated, potentially pushing total approvals past the P500 billion mark.
The Philippine Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has issued a new regulation requiring the amount of creditable withholding tax to be listed as a separate item on invoices. This aims to enhance transparency and accuracy in tax withholding and reporting.
Mynt, the parent company of Philippine digital payments giant GCash, has priced its proposed IPO at ₱6.60 per share, signaling strong demand from institutional investors.
Philippine state-owned Landbank has agreed to deposit over P182 million in court, nearly six years after freezing the funds. The decision follows extensive scrutiny and legal pressure, raising questions about the bank's initial handling of the frozen assets and the commercial damage inflicted on the client.
Paete, Philippines' traditional papier-mâché craft, 'taká,' faces a crisis of aging artisans and a lack of successors due to low wages. Initiatives like 'Taká ng Paete' are working to revive the craft through workshops and exhibitions, aiming to preserve its legacy and increase its value for the next generation.
An electric cooperative in South Cotabato has warned of potential power rate hikes due to the El Niño phenomenon, citing strained power supplies exacerbated by the shutdown of major power plants. This adds pressure to an already precarious energy situation.
Residents in Zamboanga del Norte rescued an ailing Philippine serpent eagle, which had repeatedly fallen to the ground. Environmental authorities have taken custody of the raptor, highlighting community efforts in wildlife conservation.
Former Speaker Martin Romualdez will sign a pre-trial order at the Quezon City Jail on October 12, as allowed by the anti-graft court. He faces plunder charges amounting to P7.4 billion.
The Stratbase Institute, a Philippine think tank, has called for a unified government approach to tackle child stunting, citing gaps in nutrition data and fragmented feeding programs. They recommend adopting common performance indicators and standardized data collection.
In the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte on Friday, the prosecution panel presented a financial analyst as their last witness for Article II. It was also revealed that Article III has been dropped.
The impeachment trial of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte entered its 37th day with a financial forensic analyst testifying as the prosecution's final witness for Article II. The analyst's report alleged Duterte possessed P817.87 million in unexplained wealth between 2022 and 2025.
Former President Rodrigo Duterte's defense team is challenging the reliability of evidence presented by the prosecution at the International Criminal Court (ICC), particularly a dataset containing AI-generated summaries. The defense argues that the prosecution is outsourcing its fundamental duty to review evidence to AI.
The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) has filed a graft complaint against Commission on Human Rights (CHR) Chair Richard Palpal-latoc and three others before the Office of the Ombudsman. The NBI alleges the CHR chair extended undue favors to specific individuals and entities.
Quezon City, Philippines, is enhancing its livability by preserving extensive green spaces and fostering a connection with nature, despite its urbanized setting. The city offers residents convenient access to schools, healthcare, employment, commerce, recreation, and cultural facilities.
The expansion of Circumferential Road 5 (C5), a vital artery in Metro Manila, is a key government project aimed at easing traffic congestion and boosting economic activity. This initiative is expected to enhance logistics efficiency across eight connected cities, thereby attracting investment and fostering regional economic development.
The C5 corridor in Metro Manila is emerging as a new frontier for urban living and property investment. Once considered an developing area, it now shows evident rapid growth and potential for future value creation.
For generations, buying a house after education and marriage was the Filipino dream. However, evolving economic and social landscapes are reshaping this traditional path to homeownership, signaling a significant shift in aspirations.
The National Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (NTF-Elcac) stated that ongoing government development programs in former conflict-affected communities are contributing to the decline of insurgent influence, with approximately 28,415 former fighters reintegrated.
The Philippine Supreme Court affirmed a lower court's ruling regarding the management of bank funds belonging to deceased individuals. This decision carries significant legal implications for financial institutions and the protection of heirs' rights in estate settlement.