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Ten companies, including those backed by power giants, have expressed interest in the Philippines' first auction for natural gas supply contracts, signaling a significant step towards stabilizing the nation's energy supply.
Toyota Motor Philippines is investing P3 million in the conservation of the critically endangered tamaraw, the animal that inspired the name of its locally assembled utility vehicle. The funding will enhance the Tamaraw Research and Conservation Center's facilities and monitoring capabilities.
The Philippine government is bolstering consumer protection measures to navigate a marketplace increasingly blurred by AI-generated content and scams. With a market of over 112 million people, ensuring consumer trust is a pressing concern.
A Philippine lawmaker has criticized water concessionaire Maynilad for allegedly poor service, despite the company earning billions annually. Public dissatisfaction is mounting over the issue.
Baguio City, Philippines, is advancing its future-ready urban development by enhancing data-driven governance, smart mobility, and digital resilience with support from Converge ICT's digital infrastructure. This initiative is gaining attention as a response to the growth challenges faced by many Philippine cities.
The Philippines' Department of Energy's (DOE) inaugural "Mid-Merit Natural Gas Capacity Auction Program" is facing criticism for its exclusive focus on natural gas, potentially creating economic disconnects and risks of increased consumer costs. Concerns are raised about potential oversupply in Luzon and the need for tailored approaches in the Visayas region.
The impeachment trial against Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte has reached its 37th day. Developments in the proceedings continue to be closely monitored.
President Marcos has certified as urgent a bill promoting a sustainable reintegration program for Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs). This move aims to bolster the government's preparedness for eventualities and support OFWs upon their return.
The arraignment of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte on grave threats charges was postponed again as the judge considers pending motions. This marks the second postponement for the proceedings.
Fuel prices in the Philippines are expected to see mixed movements next week, with diesel potentially rolling back by up to P2 per liter while gasoline could see a hike of P2.20 per liter. This is influenced by global crude oil market trends, foreign exchange rates, geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, and production shutdowns in the US Gulf of Mexico due to a hurricane.
The Land Transportation Office (LTO) in the Philippines has introduced new regulations allowing for the revocation of driver's licenses for drivers who endanger pedestrians. This aims to enhance the protection of vulnerable road users.
Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte appeared in court in Quezon City for her arraignment on grave threats charges, a development that has sent ripples through the nation's political landscape.
Vice President Sara Duterte's arraignment for grave threats charges was postponed anew by the Quezon City Regional Trial Court. The court granted her camp's request for postponement, with a new date yet to be set.
Philippine food and beverage firm Figaro Culinary Group Inc. is seeking to voluntarily delist from the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE). Figaro Coffee Systems Inc. (FCSI) will conduct a tender offer at P0.82 per share to take the company private.
The Philippines' foreign exchange buffer dropped to a three-year low of $100 billion as of end-September, primarily due to central bank foreign exchange operations, lower gold valuations, and government withdrawals. The decline reflects efforts to manage peso volatility amid a weakening currency.
Steel barricades have been installed around the Quezon City Hall of Justice ahead of Vice President Sara Duterte's arraignment on grave threat charges. Protests are prohibited within 200 meters of court buildings per Supreme Court rules. While no protests are currently monitored, police have deployed personnel to ensure order.
Sarangani province suspended all classes and government work on Friday following a magnitude 6.4 earthquake that hit Mindanao, prioritizing safety inspections and damage assessments.
Thousands of barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) posts in the Philippines remain vacant following the 2023 elections due to resignations, deaths, or removals. With the next elections postponed to 2028, these vacancies are expected to increase, raising concerns about voters' representation and local governance.
A tax evasion allegation has surfaced against Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte and her husband, Manases Carpio, citing a discrepancy between their declared net worth and taxed income. Prosecutors argue that this matter warrants investigation by the relevant agencies.
An ambush on a military vehicle in Basilan, Philippines, left six soldiers and two civilians wounded, with suspected involvement of extremist groups.
The National Irrigation Administration (NIA) in Bicol, Philippines, is adjusting planting schedules and irrigation strategies to prepare for water shortages and impacts on farm production due to El Niño. The agency is intensifying monitoring of river water levels to provide guidance to farmers.
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has ruled that former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte is fit to stand trial, concerning allegations of human rights abuses during his administration's war on drugs.
More than 60 Filipino fishermen have been detained in Sabah, Malaysia, on suspicion of illegal fishing. Further details regarding the circumstances and the fishermen's condition are awaited.
Cross-examination of a Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) witness continues on Friday in the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte. Prosecutors aim to further probe the witness's testimony regarding Article 2, which accuses the Vice President of amassing unexplained wealth.
Residents in Ilocos Norte experienced widespread voltage fluctuations and power interruptions on Thursday (Oct. 8) due to insufficient power delivery from the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP). The local electric cooperative confirmed the issue, impacting daily life.
The impeachment trial of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte continues on its 37th day, with the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) witness undergoing cross-examination. Prosecutors are preparing to present a financial analyst to link asset declarations with corporate income.
Day 36 of Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment trial saw proceedings briefly halted due to a procedural dispute, as prosecutors sought to present forensic financial analyst Alexander Cabrera ahead of a scheduled Bureau of Internal Revenue witness.
Vice President Sara Duterte has been issued a Letter of Authority (LOA) by the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) after being flagged for allegedly receiving compensation from the Davao City government even after assuming the country's second-highest office. The issue was revealed during the Vice President's impeachment trial.
A minor phreatomagmatic eruption at Taal Volcano has prompted the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) to warn of potential ashfall in nearby areas. Residents are advised to remain vigilant.
The House prosecution team on Thursday pointed out that millions of pesos in insurance and investment products attributed to Vice President Sara Duterte and her husband exceeded the amounts reported as “other personal properties” in their statements of assets, liabilities, and net worth (SALNs) from 2022 to 2025.
Two men were injured in a shooting incident while riding an e-bike on a road in Laoag City, Ilocos Norte, Philippines. Police are currently pursuing the unidentified perpetrators.
Authorities in Oriental Mindoro intercepted nine live pigs at a quarantine checkpoint in Bulalacao, as the province tightens measures against the potential entry of African Swine Fever (ASF). The pigs were reportedly being transported out of the province.
The Philippine Department of Justice (DOJ) has expressed alarm over an estimated six million Filipinos allegedly using counterfeit Persons with Disability (PWD) IDs. This figure, significantly higher than the actual number of PWDs, points to substantial tax and income losses for the government and businesses.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s net satisfaction rating dropped to 'poor' from 'neutral' in the third quarter of 2026, according to a Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey. Thirty-five percent of adult Filipinos expressed satisfaction, while 46 percent were dissatisfied.
Senator Pia Cayetano suggested that individuals who engage in online bashing against athletes could face jail time. The proposal was raised during a Senate hearing reviewing the Philippine delegation's performance at the 20th Asian Games.
Manila Water has completed the installation of 1,200mm diameter submarine transmission lines for its East Bay Phase 2 project, bolstering its water supply capacity amid concerns over an impending strong El Niño.