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Eugenia Duran Apostol, founding chair of the Philippine Daily Inquirer (PDI), has passed away. Her legacy in journalism was defined by the pursuit of truth and justice, and the preservation of press freedom and democracy.
Fuel prices in the Philippines saw another significant hike on September 15, with gasoline, diesel, and kerosene increasing by up to P5.68 per liter. The Department of Energy noted that Dubai oil prices may have surpassed the threshold for a potential suspension of fuel excise taxes. This recurring price increase is further straining household budgets.
Philippine Interior and Local Government Secretary Jonvic Remulla announced that former presidential spokesperson Harry Roque's asylum request in Austria has been denied. However, Roque has denied this claim, creating a discrepancy in official statements.
Senator Panfilo Lacson emphasized his anti-corruption efforts, stating they are proof he is "doing something right," and suggested that claims of "threats" against the opposition by the Cayetano siblings indicate his work is deterring corrupt elements. Lacson has specifically named Cayetano in connection with alleged anomalies in Taguig City infrastructure projects.
The Philippine Senate has approved a bill extending the term of barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) officials from three to five years, effectively postponing this year's elections to 2028. The move aims to ensure continuity in local governance, though concerns about election delays have been raised.
Forty-one recovered bodies from a ferry fire off Coron, Palawan, have been laid to rest, as search operations continue for 12 still missing individuals.
The captain of the ferry MV June Aster, which caught fire off Palawan, has voluntarily appeared at the ship operator's office five days after the incident. Authorities plan to question him for details. The accident has resulted in 76 deaths and 12 missing persons.
The Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) is holding its first parliamentary elections, with the Bangsamoro Federalist Party (BFP) and the United Bangsamoro Justice Party (UBJP) emerging as frontrunners in partial, unofficial results. Voter turnout was around 80%, indicating significant public engagement in shaping the region's governance.
The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has officially removed the value-added tax (VAT) on the allowable system loss charge in electricity bills, a move expected to lower consumer costs. This action is part of efforts to address the Philippines' persistently high electricity rates.
The Foundation for Liberty & Prosperity (FLP) in the Philippines will celebrate recipients of its academic awards on Sept. 16. The event will honor winners of law scholarships, MBA fellowships, and a dissertation writing contest, with First Lady Liza Marcos attending.
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) and the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) seized approximately P199.7 million worth of methamphetamine and high-grade marijuana from packages falsely declared as personal effects originating from Canada. This highlights the ongoing challenge of drug smuggling into the Philippines.
A Quezon City court has denied Vice President Sara Duterte's motion to inhibit the judge presiding over her grave threats case, stating there was no clear evidence of bias or undue preference.
A record 12,010 examinees successfully completed the 2025 Philippine Bar Examinations, the Supreme Court announced Tuesday. The three-day exams, held from September 6 to 13 across 15 testing centers nationwide, saw a historic number of participants finish.
Former House Speaker Martin Romualdez was transferred to the Quezon City Jail Male Dormitory on Monday night and underwent booking procedures, following a period of medical observation. Doctors have deemed him stable and fit for transfer.
GCash, the Philippines' leading mobile wallet, has partnered with AB Capital Securities Inc. to offer easier access to Arthaland Corporation's Series G and H preferred shares through its GStocks PH platform. This initiative aims to democratize stock investing, making it more accessible for a broader segment of the Filipino population.
Remittances from overseas Filipinos surged to a seven-month high in July 2026, showing increases from both the previous month and the same month last year. These inflows continue to support domestic consumption and economic activity.
The Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) saw an approximate 80% voter turnout in its inaugural parliamentary elections, according to the Commission on Elections (Comelec). Despite some election-related incidents, voters remained determined to cast their ballots.
The Quezon City Regional Trial Court has denied Vice President Sara Duterte's request to have the presiding judge inhibit from her grave threats case. Duterte's legal team stated they will pursue all available remedies.
Police in Oriental Mindoro province arrested the region's sixth most wanted individual, a move seen as a step towards strengthening local security and deterring crime.
Vice President Sara Duterte's camp announced Tuesday they will pursue all available legal remedies after the Quezon City Regional Trial Court denied her motion to inhibit or voluntarily recuse herself from the case. Duterte faces grave threats charges.
Nearly five years after Super Typhoon Odette (international name: Rai) devastated Bohol, 4,884 families in Catigbian town received P48.84 million in financial aid from the National Housing Authority (NHA) as part of a "Handog ng Pangulo" (President's Gift) activity.
Five hundred fishers from Cabugao, Ilocos Sur, received P10,000 each in livelihood aid from the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD). The assistance, part of the Sustainable Livelihood Program (SLP), aims to enhance fishing activities and improve living standards.
The Philippine peso fell 18 centavos on Monday to a fresh record low of 62.86 per dollar, as growing expectations of interest-rate hikes by major central banks strengthened the greenback and weighed on the local currency. This development could fuel inflationary pressures and increase import costs for the Philippine economy.
The Philippines' debt-service burden climbed by nearly 3% to $7.3 billion in the first half of 2026, driven by increased principal payments on foreign obligations, even as the country's ability to meet these payments remained relatively strong.
The Philippine Department of Economy, Planning and Development (DepDev) has unveiled a 30-year infrastructure roadmap prioritizing the Metro Manila ecosystem to prevent delays caused by fragmented, administration-dependent plans, aiming for integrated, long-term development.
Search and rescue operations are ongoing for 12 individuals still missing after a passenger ferry caught fire and sank off Coron, Palawan, Philippines. Authorities are conducting a dewatering operation to search the submerged vessel.
US defense tech startup Atlas Motion Systems is set to significantly expand its production in the Philippines, aiming to quadruple its current monthly output of approximately 10,000 motors. The Philippines will serve as the company's first and only manufacturing base.
The Philippines is pursuing a broader vision for industrial development beyond the planned Pax Silica hub, building on existing initiatives to foster economic growth and urban development across the nation.
The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) announced that Metro Manila is set to welcome its first Information Technology (IT) park following the lifting of the moratorium on new economic zones in the capital region, potentially attracting more high-value investments.
Pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca is expanding its clinical trial network in the Philippines through a partnership with the healthcare arm of Ayala Group. This collaboration will facilitate the identification and preparation of additional hospitals for research and testing of new treatments.
Ayala Land Inc. has secured a 12-year, seven-month lease extension for its Market! Market! commercial center in Bonifacio Global City (BGC). The move paves the way for a P1-billion modernization aimed at transforming the mall into an integrated retail and transport hub.
US private equity giant KKR has exited its six-year investment in Philippine energy firm First Gen, selling its entire stake for P25.77 billion. The move comes weeks after KKR's unsuccessful bid to secure a larger foothold in the energy giant.
A long-awaited joint administrative order (JAO) aimed at easing persistent port congestion in the Philippines has moved to the Department of Finance for review, but its signing date remains uncertain, raising concerns about its impact on economic activities.
Aboitiz Construction of the Philippines and Spain's infrastructure firm Acciona have established a joint venture to enter the integrated facilities management business. The partnership aims to leverage their combined strengths to offer services in the domestic market.
An annual event, "Handog ng Pangulo: Serbisyong Sapat Para sa Lahat," was held in Vigan City, Ilocos Sur, Philippines, to celebrate President Marcos's birthday. The initiative aimed to deliver government services and assistance programs to citizens, benefiting numerous residents.
Elaysa Enalang of the United Bangsamoro Justice Party (UBJP) holds a narrow lead over her closest competitor in the Special Geographic Area's (SGA) 2nd District for the Bangsamoro Parliament. The outcome, pending final counts, could significantly shape regional politics.