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The Philippine government is expected to decide next week on suspending excise taxes on LPG and kerosene, aiming to ease the burden on households, especially vulnerable sectors, due to high global crude oil prices.
Philippine National Security Adviser Eduardo S. Oban, Jr. urged ASEAN steelmakers to diversify sourcing and fortify supply chains against energy shocks and extreme weather. He highlighted the risks of substandard steel to infrastructure and disaster response, and the need to reduce import dependency for high-grade steel vital for defense industries.
The Philippines' Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) aims to implement nature-based flood control solutions for Bulacan and Pampanga by the second quarter of 2027. The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and Haskoning are collaborating on the flood management plan for the north shore of Manila Bay.
The Philippines and the UK are working to maximize the utilization of the UK's Developing Countries Trading Scheme (DCTS), with a particular focus on expanding agricultural exports. While the Philippines' utilization rate for DCTS was 68% in 2025, both nations aim to reach 100% through enhanced information dissemination and capacity building for exporters.
A tropical depression, to be named Queenie, is forecast to enter the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) on Thursday, bringing rains to Eastern Visayas, Caraga, Davao Region, and Sarangani. It may intensify into a typhoon by the weekend but is not expected to make landfall.
The Department of Education (DepEd) announced that over 290,000 Kindergarten and elementary students will benefit from government tuition assistance following the ratification of the Basic Education Voucher Assistance Act by Congress, aiming to address public school congestion and promote equitable access to quality education.
Rep. Chel Diokno raised a critical question regarding the impeachment trial of the Vice President: whether vacant seats of absent senator-judges will be counted towards the threshold for conviction if the required votes are not met. This highlights concerns about the fairness and procedural integrity of the impeachment process.
A joint maritime security exercise involving ASEAN and partner navies, including Japan, the US, Australia, and India, took place off the coast of the Philippines. China did not participate in the drills, which aimed to enhance regional maritime cooperation and interoperability.
The Michelin Guide's 'Michelin Keys' recognition has expanded to nine hotels in the Philippines, with two new additions, including a hotel in Cebu, highlighting the growing luxury accommodation sector.
The Office of the President (OP) is seriously considering granting an absolute pardon to Mary Jane Veloso, who has been detained for over a decade for alleged drug trafficking, according to a Bataan congressman. Veloso was sentenced to death in Indonesia, but her execution was stayed.
The Philippines has initiated its first shipments of tropical fruits to Canada, aiming to tap into new export markets. This is part of the Marcos administration's broader efforts to boost agricultural incomes and foster rural development.
During the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, House prosecutor Rep. Chel Diokno argued that the voting threshold for conviction is "not fixed at 16," potentially impacting the trial's proceedings. The trial is in its 29th day.
Former Department of Public Works and Highways undersecretary Roberto Bernardo is set to testify in a graft case against former Ako Bicol party-list Rep. Zaldy Co and his co-accused, concerning an alleged substandard road dike project in Oriental Mindoro.
The impeachment trial of the Philippine Vice President saw a heated exchange over the prosecution's use of the term "accused" for Sara Duterte, with the defense strongly objecting even before substantive debates began, signaling early friction in the proceedings.
Calapan City in Oriental Mindoro has launched the Registry of Barangay Inhabitants and Migrants (RBIM) Project, a modernized system to collect and protect accurate resident data. The initiative aims to tailor public services to the actual needs of its citizens.
The Philippine impeachment court will retain the term "respondent-accused," used by Vice President Sara Duterte's lawyers, in its records, following an objection from the prosecution.
A road dike project in Oriental Mindoro, linked to a graft case involving former Ako Bicol Rep. Zaldy Co and DPWH officials, is deemed 'unfixable,' unlike the Edsa rehab project which could be remedied with an asphalt overlay. Experts state the Mindoro project requires uprooting its steel components.
A massive crackdown in Northern Mindanao from September 10 to 16 resulted in the arrest of 145 suspects and the seizure of P6.7 million worth of illicit goods, including narcotics, smuggled items, and evidence of illegal mining and gambling.
Four psychology graduates achieved the highest rating of 94.40% in the September 2026 Psychometricians Licensure Examination, the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) announced. They surpassed over 14,000 candidates who passed the exam.
Davao City Representative Paolo Duterte has called for the Supreme Court to decide on the Senate impeachment court's interpretation of the two-thirds vote threshold for conviction, which now excludes absent senators in the calculation for his sister, Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment trial.
A policeman on duty at a checkpoint in Misamis Occidental, Philippines, was killed after being rammed by a vehicle driven by an intoxicated retired soldier. The suspect has been apprehended and is facing prosecution.
Following a school shooting in South Cotabato that claimed the lives of three students, Philippine Senate President Win Gatchalian has called for a review of firearm issuance rules for government personnel and urged early intervention for mental health issues.
The Department of Finance (DOF) is expected to submit its recommendation to the Office of the President this week regarding the suspension of fuel excise taxes, potentially accelerating measures against rising fuel prices.
The Philippines' Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has called for strengthened ASEAN cooperation to accelerate the digital transformation of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), aiming for competitiveness and inclusive growth in the global economy.
The Philippine Department of Finance has recommended the suspension of excise taxes on LPG and kerosene to the President. However, relief for diesel and gasoline is being withheld due to concerns about benefits favoring higher-income consumers and a potential monthly revenue loss of P12 billion. The government will instead prioritize targeted subsidies for vulnerable sectors, such as public transport drivers.
The House prosecution panel dismissed former presidential legal counsel Salvador Panelo's warning that changing the impeachment vote threshold violates the Constitution. The impeachment court ruled that a two-thirds vote based on the number of senators "legally and factually capable of participating" is sufficient for conviction.
Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) agents arrested five suspected shabu traffickers and shut down two drug dens in separate operations in Lanao del Sur and Sarangani provinces in Mindanao. Confiscated items included methamphetamine.
A Grade 12 student studying Islamic theology was shot dead in Mlang, Cotabato, just days after a Muslim preacher's vehicle was bombed in Maguindanao del Sur, raising concerns about escalating insecurity in Central Mindanao.
A review from Mindanao explores the concept of "Edjop," a relay passed down through generations, highlighting the significance of inheritance in Philippine society and culture.
The Philippine Stock Exchange Index (PSEi) declined due to concerns over inflation and economic growth. Concurrently, the Philippine peso strengthened against the US dollar, indicating domestic economic uncertainties.
The Philippines' digital financial inclusion efforts were showcased at the UN Global Compact Leaders Summit. Mynt CEO Martha Sazon explained how GCash's AI credit scoring system, GScore, provides loan opportunities to many Filipinos beyond traditional collateral and documentation barriers, driving financial inclusion.
The House prosecution panel is confident it can complete the presentation of evidence regarding Vice President Sara Duterte's alleged unexplained wealth by October, citing scheduled intensive trial proceedings next month.
The Philippines and the United Kingdom have agreed on a £5-billion (approximately P419.9 billion) credit line to support priority projects aimed at strengthening financial and trade cooperation. This agreement will facilitate the flow of UK financing, expertise, and services for infrastructure development and other key initiatives in the Philippines.
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has set a P1-billion minimum capital requirement for thrift, rural, and cooperative banks transitioning to digital banking models. This aligns them with existing digital banks, aiming to stabilize the financial system and ensure fair competition.
Former Cavite Representative Kiko Barzaga has drawn widespread condemnation for his celebratory posts regarding the death of Batanes Representative Ciriaco Gato Jr., with many Filipinos deeming his remarks 'absolutely disgusting.' Barzaga has a history of controversial statements.
The Philippines' Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC) has extended compliance deadlines for Discord and Reddit regarding online content regulations. Following responses from both companies, the CICC is proceeding with re-establishing timelines.