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As AI technology rapidly advances, an expert urges the Philippines to map its workforce to understand its contribution to and impact from the AI sector. This is crucial for future policymaking and labor market stability.
The defense team for Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte stated they will address the non-declaration of bank deposits and insurance policies with her husband 'in due time,' a matter the prosecution argues constitutes willful concealment and betrayal of public trust.
The MVP Group is nearing control of Manila Electric Power (Meralco) through a series of share acquisitions. Following purchases from SM Investments Corporation (SMIC), the MVP Group's stake in Meralco has reached 49.7%, approaching the 50% mandatory tender offer threshold. This move signals the group's long-term commitment to the utility.
Metro Manila's condominium take-up surged 17% quarter-on-quarter in Q3 2023, driven by government housing initiatives and developer incentives. However, rising mortgage rates pose a potential challenge to sustained demand, especially for higher-priced units.
A Philippine lawmaker claims that the Philippine Health Insurance Corp. (PhilHealth) remains underfunded, preventing it from enhancing its benefit packages for members, even after the Universal Health Care Act's passage. The legislator highlighted issues with the allocation of mandated funds.
The Philippine Supreme Court has approved new rules simplifying the process for recognizing foreign divorces within the country. This eases the burden on Filipino spouses to independently prove foreign divorce laws, benefiting Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs). However, avenues for challenging the validity of the divorce remain open.
マニラ、フィリピン — 上院弾劾裁判所はサラ・ドゥテルテ副大統領の銀行記録の調査を開始し、彼女の資産・負債・純資産報告書（SALN）に申告された1,332万ペソをはるかに上回る1億9,000万ペソを含む30の有効な口座を発見した。 財務記録は2022年から2025年の間に8つの銀行から収集された。
The Philippine Department of Justice clarified that Congressman Leandro Leviste is not yet considered a "fugitive from justice" despite an active arrest warrant issued by a Makati court. Leviste is currently in France tending to his mother and intends to return to post bail.
Senator Mark Villar has reclaimed the chairmanship of the powerful Senate committee on public works following his switch to the majority bloc, signaling a shift in the panel's leadership and influence.
The Department of Education (DepEd) has categorically denied solicitation allegations, stating that certain individuals have allegedly used the names of its officials to request payments for government projects. The agency plans to pursue investigations and prosecutions against those involved.
The Philippines' unemployment rate rose to 5.3% in August, an improvement from July, but job creation lags behind labor force growth, raising concerns about reduced household purchasing power. Declines in manufacturing employment and the impact of El Niño also suggest uneven economic recovery.
Figaro Culinary Group, the operator of popular Filipino brands Angel's Pizza and Figaro Coffee, plans to voluntarily delist from the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE). This unusual decision, less than five years after its market debut in January 2022, is causing ripples in the domestic market.
A Philippine fisherfolk group has urged the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) to investigate alleged harassment and intimidation of its members in Manila Bay by individuals identifying as personnel of the Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity (OPAPRU), which has denied any involvement.
A Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) executive is set to testify on the tax records, income declarations, and tax compliance of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte and her husband, Manases Carpio, on the 36th day of her impeachment trial.
A farmers' group in the Philippines warns that the government's aid for the looming El Niño may arrive too late for beneficiaries. They are calling for direct cash assistance instead.
The Philippine Department of Justice (DOJ) announced successful prevention of school violence incidents, emphasizing that vigilance and early intervention based on perpetrators' prior announcements are key. Parents are also urged to fulfill their responsibilities.
False claims circulating on social media allege the dismissal of Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Secretary Jonvic Remulla. However, Remulla remains in his post, with no official announcements from Malacañang or credible news outlets supporting the claim. The misinformation appears to stem from earlier confusion surrounding Remulla's statements on Harry Roque's asylum application.
A fish kill in Odiongan, Romblon, Philippines is being linked to rising seawater temperatures caused by El Niño. Local authorities are concerned about the impact on the fishing industry and the local economy.
Senator Raffy Tulfo has hinted at the possibility of another senator from the minority bloc transferring to the majority in the Philippine Senate. This comes after Senator Mark Villar formally joined the majority, raising prospects of a shift in the Senate's power dynamics.
The Philippine Coconut Authority (PCA) is urging coconut farmers in Oriental Mindoro to adopt moisture-saving practices as prolonged heat and dry conditions associated with El Niño threaten plantations. The agency is conducting information campaigns to support farmers.
The camp of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte submitted her sworn affidavit to the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) concerning allegations of cash delivery involving millions of pesos. Duterte denies the claims, and the NBI will proceed with verifying the submitted evidence.
The Office of the Vice President (OVP) will appeal the Commission on Audit's (COA) notice of disallowance on P73 million in confidential fund disbursements for 2022, citing non-compliance with guidelines. The COA has affirmed its decision.
An executive from the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) is scheduled to testify before the Senate impeachment court on Thursday as the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte enters its 36th day, focusing on allegations of unexplained wealth.
The intertropical convergence zone (ITCZ) and northeasterly wind flow are expected to bring cloudy skies and rains to parts of the Philippines on Thursday, according to the state weather bureau. Northern Luzon and parts of the Visayas are particularly anticipated to be affected.
The Philippines' chicken supply is sufficient for 125 days, with pork stocks at 170 days, despite concerns over the El Niño phenomenon, the Department of Agriculture announced. While corn production, crucial for feed, is being affected, overall meat supplies remain robust.
Philippines' Interior and Local Government Secretary has reimbursed P28,011 for a Vice Mayor's drug test, following a public dispute. Despite the negative result, the Secretary made remarks about the Vice Mayor's mental state, indicating ongoing tension.
The Department of Agriculture (DA) is considering providing temporary employment to farmers potentially affected by El Niño through the Department of Labor and Employment's (DOLE) TUPAD program. This initiative aims to mitigate crop damage from drought and support farmers' livelihoods.
Philippine Senator Mark Villar has joined the Senate's majority bloc, a move that could influence the country's political landscape.
Senator Mark Villar has joined the Senate majority bloc, a move that alters the chamber's political landscape and could influence future legislative proceedings and political decisions.
The Philippine Supreme Court has issued a landmark ruling simplifying the process for recognizing foreign divorces, expected to enhance legal protections for Filipino citizens.
Justice Secretary Vitaliano Aguirre II strongly warned Batangas Representative Leandro Leviste against dismissing an arrest warrant issued against him, stating that 'disobeying the law is a big deal.' He emphasized the importance of adhering to laws passed by Congress and respecting judicial processes.
President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. vowed his five-day working visit to Singapore would prime Philippine industries for future needs, focusing on long-term sustainability and energy security beyond just attracting investments.
Rising living costs and a sharp drop in public works spending are hampering property development in the Philippines. The Senate President warned that this, coupled with slowing economic growth, is dampening appetite for home mortgages and curbing property price growth, with some areas seeing home values contract.
Fifty-eight members of the True Brown Style (TBS) gang were among 200 individuals arrested during violent protests in Manila on September 21, 2025. The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) highlighted the involvement of organized crime and is pursuing further investigations.
Senator Mark Villar has officially joined the Senate majority bloc in the Philippines, shifting the balance of power. This move increases the majority to 14 members, leaving 10 in the minority. Villar also assumes the chairmanship of the powerful Committee on Public Works.
Senator Mark Villar has joined the majority bloc in the Philippine Senate. This move could impact future legislative processes and the political landscape.