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The Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry-North Luzon (PCCI-NL) has officially expressed "in principle" support for the Pax Silica initiative, slated for New Clark City (NCC) in Tarlac. The group cited potential economic benefits despite ongoing concerns.
Former House Speaker Martin Romualdez's lawyer asserts that allegations of cash deliveries against him lack forensic or documentary evidence, relying solely on oral testimonies. He argues for dismissal due to unreliable and inconsistent witness accounts.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has declared September 14 a special non-working day across the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) to allow residents to fully participate in the region's first regular parliamentary elections.
Former House Speaker Martin Romualdez asserts that the basis for allegations linking him to a flood control project mess has been destroyed due to a key witness's recantation. He urges the Ombudsman to dismiss the charges against him.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has identified disinformation and distrust as key threats to Philippine democracy in a message commemorating Ninoy Aquino Day. He urged citizens to actively engage and foster unity, drawing inspiration from Aquino's legacy.
During the impeachment trial of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte for alleged misuse of confidential funds, prosecution witnesses' testimonies have contradicted the Vice President's own statements. Notably, regarding the approval of documents for fund utilization, the VP denied involvement, while a former Commission on Audit official testified it was done under her direct supervision.
Following a shooting incident at Ateneo de Zamboanga University, schools in Zamboanga City have intensified student monitoring due to threatening social media posts. City officials held an emergency meeting with school representatives to discuss countermeasures.
Philippine Senators have reached a consensus to move the impeachment trial of the Vice President to the afternoon to expedite proceedings. This aims to secure more hearing time and allow the Senate to return to its legislative functions sooner.
The Philippines' poverty rate dropped to a record low of 9.7% in 2025, yet millions just above the poverty line remain vulnerable to economic shocks. The government faces urgent tasks of controlling inflation, creating jobs, and reforming the industrial structure.
The Philippine National Police (PNP) will strengthen rules for the security of firearms issued to its personnel following a shooting incident at Ateneo de Zamboanga University. Commanders are ordered to remind officers about proper storage and handling of firearms when off duty.
The Department of Education (DepEd) has mandated all public and private schools nationwide to conduct a simultaneous safety drill for active attack incidents on August 25. This initiative aims to bolster school safety measures following recent shooting incidents in Tacloban, prioritizing learner and personnel well-being with age-appropriate simulations.
A total of 88 cities and municipalities in the Philippines have declared a state of calamity due to the effects of the Southwest Monsoon (Habagat) and tropical cyclones Luis and Maymay. Agricultural damage in Pampanga alone has reached P1.4 billion, with residents struggling with recurring floods. Bataan province is also considering a coastal defense system.
Philippine media giant ABS-CBN announced a P6 billion capital infusion and restructuring plan amid severe financial distress. The move, involving new investors and a shift away from traditional broadcasting, signals a critical juncture for the family-controlled company.
The Management Association of the Philippines (MAP) sees little prospect for a significant economic rebound in the Philippines by the end of 2026, citing subdued consumer spending and a weak peso. The business group is pinning its hopes on 2027 for a stronger recovery and urges the government to prioritize both economic reforms and political initiatives.
Kerwin Tan, Chief Financial Officer of Robinsons Land Corp. (RLC), has been recognized as CFO of the Year at the 25th Asia Business Leader of the Year Awards in Singapore for his leadership in major capital market deals. Meanwhile, fellow Gokongwei-led group company, Robinsons Retail Holdings Inc. (RRHI), will be delisted from the Philippine Stock Exchange at the end of August after over a decade of public trading.
The Philippines' balance of payments (BOP) returned to a deficit in July, reversing two consecutive months of surpluses. Renewed geopolitical tensions and the timing of large transactions impacted the country's external position. This led to a temporary decrease in gross international reserves and raised concerns about peso depreciation.
Dominion Holdings Inc. (DHI) plans to nearly ninefold its authorized capital to P30 billion to consolidate the Tampakan copper-gold project, Southeast Asia's largest undeveloped mine. This move could position DHI as the country's largest mining firm.
Philippine mining firm Benguet Corp. reported a 52.1% year-on-year jump in net income to P948.76 million for the first half, driven by higher metal prices and increased output. Revenues also rose 44.4% to P3.1 billion.
SM Prime Holdings is expanding its logistics facilities for Shopee partners, SPX Express, to meet growing e-commerce demand. A new 40,000-square-meter site in Pasig City brings their total logistics space for the partners to over 126,000 square meters, aiming to speed up deliveries within Metro Manila.
Manila Electric Co. (Meralco), the Philippines' largest power distributor, announced plans to reduce system losses and ultimately lower consumer rates through enhanced partnerships with electric cooperatives. The company anticipates billions of pesos in savings by improving current double-digit system losses to single digits.
Philippine National Bank (PNB) has extended a P1-billion credit facility to consumer finance platform BillEase, marking the Lucio Tan-led bank's entry into the growing fintech sector and supporting BillEase's expansion.
The United States anticipates record ethanol exports this year, driven by the Philippines' increasing adoption of bioethanol blends. The Southeast Asian nation, already using E20 blends, is seen as a strategic partner for US shipments.
First Lady Louise Araneta-Marcos celebrated her 67th birthday with a planned sabbatical, drawing criticism from the public amid ongoing flood damage from the Southwest Monsoon across the Philippines.
President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. urged Filipinos to reaffirm their commitment to protecting democracy, freedom, and national unity on Ninoy Aquino Day. He emphasized the need to confront modern challenges like disinformation and division.
Two school shootings by students in less than two months in the Philippines have prompted calls for early intervention, focusing on firearm access and robust implementation of existing child protection policies, beyond just understanding motives.
Three children, aged six and eight, drowned while swimming in Calapan City, Oriental Mindoro, during an advance birthday celebration with family. Police are investigating the incident.
South Korea's new ambassador to the Philippines is recognized for his instrumental role in strengthening the bilateral strategic partnership. Philippine diplomatic sources express anticipation for his tenure during a pivotal period in bilateral relations.
An active nest of the globally endangered South Philippine Hawk-Eagle (Nisaetus pinskeri) has been documented for the first time on Leyte Island. The Philippine Eagle Foundation recorded the entire nesting cycle, marking a significant step for the species' conservation.
Orly Guteza, a former Marine, has recanted his Senate testimony, alleging that Senator Dante Marcoleta and former lawmaker Mike Defensor pressured him to fabricate allegations against former House Speaker Martin Romualdez, involving him in a 'flood control issue'.
High-end, limited-edition sneakers worn by prosecution lawyer Lorna Kapunan have become a subject of online discussion during the Philippines' impeachment trial. Kapunan dismisses this as a "diversionary tactic," urging focus on the trial's core issues.
Philippine Justice Secretary Fredderick Vida urged parents to closely monitor their children's online activities following reports that extremist groups are targeting minors on online gaming platforms. He also cautioned the public against sharing violent videos that could incite copycat incidents and spread terror.
No bettors won the jackpots in the Super Lotto 6/49 and Lotto 6/42 draws on August 20. The Super Lotto 6/49 prize reached over ₱25.35 million and has been rolled over to the next draw, according to the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO).
Manila Water is reinforcing proactive measures to ensure reliable and uninterrupted water services in its East Zone concession area, anticipating potential heavy rainfall during the habagat season, despite the ongoing El Niño phenomenon. The company is strengthening its infrastructure and monitoring systems to manage unexpected weather events.
The new chief of the Philippine Health Insurance Corp. (PhilHealth) stated that a "functional primary care system" is essential for the long-term sustainability of the state-run insurer's continuously expanding benefit packages. This emphasis comes as dialysis treatments currently account for 15 percent or more of benefit payouts.
Education Secretary Sonny Angara visited public schools in the Negros Island Region (NIR) to assess campus safety protocols, evaluate facility conditions, and engage with students and teachers. The visit highlighted efforts to strengthen school safety measures, particularly at Bais City National High School.
The House prosecution will decide on calling Ramil Madriaga as a witness in the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, based on existing evidence and remaining facts to be proven, according to counsel Benjamin Tolosa Jr.