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The Philippine Senate impeachment court overturned a prior ruling regarding the number of votes needed to convict Vice President Sara Duterte. The initial decision requiring 16 votes for conviction was reversed, with the court now holding that a simple majority of senator-judges is sufficient.
Rising incidents of school violence in the Philippines are intensifying the psychological and physical burden on teachers. Experts emphasize that enhanced teacher well-being support is fundamental to learning outcomes and propose concrete care measures.
Minimum wage earners in the Philippines' Central Visayas region will see a P42 daily increase starting mid-October. However, labor unions have strongly criticized the hike as insufficient, citing rising prices and cost-of-living pressures.
The Philippine government has temporarily suspended excise taxes on LPG and kerosene, but analysts suggest the relief for consumers and businesses will be limited amid high global fuel prices, with minimal impact on the poorest households.
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) is maintaining its target to commence rehabilitation works on Metro Manila's Circumferential Road 5 (C5) within the year. Bidding is currently being prepared, with the department also advancing other road infrastructure projects.
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is prioritizing a geothermal derisking facility for the Philippines, alongside public financial management enhancements and capital market development. This facility, aimed at reducing exploration risks, has received government approval and could be approved by the ADB by year-end or early 2027.
With the onset of El Niño, the Philippines' consistently thin rice reserves throughout the year are being flagged as a food security risk. A former Agriculture Secretary warns that the number of days of supply on hand is a more pressing issue than the National Food Authority's procurement targets.
The National Food Authority (NFA) is reducing its warehouse inventory from seven to three days' worth to prepare for the upcoming harvest. This move aims to meet the legal requirement of a 15-day reserve, following an audit commission's findings. Despite El Niño, the NFA plans to procure 500,000 metric tons of palay.
The National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) has prepared public safety and assistance measures for commuters affected by a three-day transport strike from Monday to Wednesday. Police districts have been directed to coordinate with local government units and transport authorities to minimize disruption.
In a joint operation late Saturday afternoon, police in Cagayan de Oro City seized approximately one kilogram of suspected shabu, valued at P6.8 million, and arrested a high-value suspect. The operation, conducted in Barangay Indahag, underscores ongoing efforts to combat illegal drug trafficking in the region.
Rural Transit Mindanao Inc. (RTMI) will raise bus fares by P50 on specific routes starting September 28, following the LTFRB's approval of nationwide fare adjustments due to rising fuel costs.
New Clark City in the Philippines has secured a significant $1 billion tech investment from a Taiwanese company, signaling a major boost for the region's economic development and technological innovation.
The Chinese Embassy has labeled Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. 'extremely anti-China' for his remarks on the West Philippine Sea and domestic steel plants. The embassy claims Teodoro's statements distort facts and undermine China-Philippines relations, while Teodoro warned of China's attempts to create a 'Sinocentric' world.
Prosecutors may drop the bribery charge in Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial if they cannot present evidence before the Senate turns to the 2027 national budget, a prosecution spokesperson said Sunday. Prosecutors aim to finish presenting evidence by mid-October.
Several performers collapsed due to extreme heat during the Diyandi Festival in Iligan City, Philippines, raising concerns about heatstroke during the Kasadya Street Dancing and Showdown Competition.
Typhoon Queenie (international name Surigae) exited the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) on Sunday afternoon, according to the state weather bureau. Direct impact on the country appeared limited.
High-ranking Catholic Church officials in the Philippines have voiced support for a "people's initiative" to enact an anti-dynasty law, aiming to limit political dynasties. The movement seeks to gather 7 million signatures, representing 10% of registered voters, to trigger a national referendum. This effort seeks to exercise the constitutional right of citizens to legislate directly, bypassing Congress.
President Marcos has ordered the immediate provision of financial aid to victims of a school shooting in South Cotabato that left three dead and six wounded. The Philippine National Police (PNP) has simultaneously urged licensed firearm holders nationwide to practice responsible gun ownership.
The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) is investigating a suspected unauthorized access incident involving the Environmental Management Bureau's (EMB) Company Registration System (CRS). The potential breach could expose personal and corporate data, raising privacy and cybersecurity concerns.
Former House Speaker Martin Romualdez is set to file for bail with the Sandiganbayan over alleged P7.4 billion kickbacks linked to flood control projects. Bail hearings are scheduled to commence in October.
The Philippines' Department of Foreign Affairs confirmed its participation in a walkout during Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's UN General Assembly speech, joining global solidarity for Middle East peace and protesting actions that undermine it.
Typhoon Queenie (international name Surigae) has exited the Philippine area of responsibility. However, scattered rains and thunderstorms are expected in some regions due to the intertropical convergence zone, with localized thunderstorms possible in Metro Manila.
Mary Jane Veloso and her family are receiving cash relief and livelihood assistance from the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) following her return to the Philippines. She and her parents received P30,000, while her sons are set to receive P20,000.
Senator Panfilo Lacson challenged Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon to prove the absence of "ghost projects" in Taguig, presenting a DPWH report showing a project site geotagged in Leyte, 600 kilometers away. Dizon had previously assured Senator Alan Peter Cayetano that no such projects existed in the Cayetano family's bailiwick.
The US has condemned the dangerous maneuvers by the China Coast Guard and People's Liberation Army Navy that risked collision with a Philippine vessel, disrupting a routine resupply mission to Ayungin Shoal in the South China Sea and raising concerns for freedom of navigation and regional stability.
The Philippines' Department of Energy announced that over 17.8 gigawatts of power projects secured endorsements for System Impact Studies (SIS) with the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) in the first half of the year. Renewable energy sources dominate the list, though fossil fuel projects are also included.
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has urged the Philippines to strengthen revenue-raising measures alongside budget deficit reduction. The IMF warned that tax amnesties could undermine compliance and advised fiscal consolidation should not come at the expense of public investment.
The Philippine national government's gross borrowings plummeted by 72.2% to P141.27 billion in August year-on-year, primarily due to the absence of a retail Treasury bond (RTB) sale. Domestic borrowings saw a significant drop, while external financing increased.
The Philippines' Department of Agriculture (DA) is proposing a gradual increase in import duties on pork, citing a decline in farmgate prices for local hogs. The move aims to protect domestic producers while preventing market shocks. Initial plans involve raising tariffs from the current 15% in-quota and 25% out-quota rates to 25% and 35% respectively.
ACEN Corp. has received provisional approval from the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) for a 10-year power supply agreement with La Union Electric Co. Inc. (Lueco), covering 46 to 97 megawatts. This ensures Lueco's protection from Wholesale Electricity Spot Market (WESM) price volatility.
PLDT's VITRO REIT aims for an IPO by year-end, but rising interest rates and delays in securing cornerstone investors cast doubt on its realization. The digital infrastructure REIT faces market challenges.
Aboitiz Renewables Inc. of the Philippines has been recognized as the Independent Power Producer of the Year at the Enlit Asia Power and Energy Awards 2026 in Jakarta. The award highlights the company's significant contributions to renewable energy development and its role in driving the Philippines' energy transition.
Philippine businesses are expressing greater optimism for the coming months, anticipating increased consumer demand and activity during the holiday season. Household pessimism has also decreased, indicating an overall improvement in sentiment.
The territorial dispute in the West Philippine Sea is increasingly highlighting its impact on Filipino citizens' lives and the economy. Amid growing international attention, concerns are mounting over resource development and fishing activities in the region.
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in the Philippines has issued cease and desist orders (CDOs) against three entities: G’s Kicks Billard Hall, NShop/M&N Online Shop/NFunds, and AI Quest Trading, for conducting illegal investment solicitations without proper registration or authority.
Approximately 337,476 private sector workers in Central Visayas will benefit from a P42 daily minimum wage increase, effective October 14. However, labor unions criticize the hike as insufficient for rising living costs.