Politics
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. touched down in New York on Sunday for a high-stakes working visit to the United Nations, with one main goal: to rally support for the Philippines' bid to secure a non-permanent seat on the UN Security Council for the 2027-2028 term. "This candidature is
Nation
A Rappler investigation has uncovered a disturbing espionage operation: Chinese nationals have been systematically recruiting young Filipino government workers to hand over classified defense and security documents. The recruits — mostly in their mid- to late-20s with financially unstable families — were found inside the Department of National Defense, the Philippine Navy,
Nation
Veteran broadcast journalist Jessica Soho has been named one of PeopleAsia Magazine's People of the Year 2026, capping over four decades of award-winning journalism that has made her one of the most trusted voices in Philippine media. The Kapuso journalist was among 11 honorees recognized for leading in
Economy
The Department of Transportation is deploying P3.5 billion worth of subsidies to cushion the blow of skyrocketing fuel prices on everyday commuters. Acting Transportation Secretary Giovanni Lopez confirmed that free rides will return to select bus routes — including the EDSA busway — while fuel vouchers worth up to P10,000
Showbiz
Heart Evangelista kicked off the second season of her show "Heart World" with something way more meaningful than fashion — charity. The Global Fashion Icon opened the premiere episode by visiting the Philippine Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) and spending quality time with rescue animals waiting for their forever homes.
Economy
Brace yourselves, mga kababayan — oil prices just went through the roof. On Monday, crude oil surged past $119 per barrel, hitting levels not seen since mid-2022, as the expanding U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran continues to choke global oil supply through the Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude futures spiked
Viral
Talk about a life-changing Monday night. A lucky bettor from Negros Occidental just hit the P45 million jackpot in the Grand Lotto 6/55 draw, according to the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO). The winner correctly guessed all six numbers — 38-32-08-20-19-09 — making them an instant multimillionaire. While their identity remains
With fuel prices going through the roof thanks to the Middle East crisis, the provincial government of Oriental Mindoro is taking drastic steps — starting Monday, March 9, all employees at the provincial capitol are switching to a four-day work week. Governor Humerlito "Dolor" Dolor signed Executive Order No.
Singer Gigi de Lana gave her fans a serious scare after she collapsed during her concert in the Garden City of Samal, Davao del Norte over the weekend. A video that quickly went viral on social media shows the singer being helped off stage by several people before completely losing
PAGASA made it official on Monday: La Niña is done. The weather bureau announced that climate conditions in the tropical Pacific have returned to neutral, ending the La Niña episode that started back in late 2025. According to PAGASA, the Oceanic Niño Index now indicates ENSO-neutral conditions, which basically means
While most celebrities celebrate their birthdays with lavish parties and luxury trips, Heart Evangelista chose to spend her 41st birthday season doing what she does best — giving back. The actress, fashion icon, and philanthropist visited Anawim Lay Missions Foundation, Inc. in Rodriguez, Rizal, a home for poor and abandoned elderly
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. left the Philippines on Sunday for a four-day working visit to the United States, where he's set to address a special session of the United Nations General Assembly and push for the country's bid for a non-permanent seat on the UN Security
The global oil crisis just got worse. A week after the US and Israel launched major strikes against Iran — sparking an all-out war that's now engulfed nearly every country in the Middle East — crude oil prices have blasted past $90 a barrel with zero signs of cooling down.
Filipino tennis pride Alex Eala just keeps winning — and cashing in. The 20-year-old Filipina is now guaranteed at least $105,720, roughly P6.3 million, after storming into the fourth round of the BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells, one of the biggest tournaments outside the Grand Slams. Eala advanced
It's looking like wedding season for one of showbiz's most-talked-about couples. The names of actress Bea Alonzo and businessman Ferdinand Vincent Co appeared in the marriage banns read during Sunday Mass at St. Peter the Apostle Parish in Manila — a strong sign that the two are
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is making a major move to ease the pain at the pump. The Palace confirmed that Marcos will formally ask Congress to grant him emergency powers allowing him to temporarily reduce the excise tax on petroleum products — a step that could bring some much-needed relief to
Veteran actress Hilda Koronel just proved that legends don't fade — they reload. Her comeback film "Sisa" has won the Best Screenplay Award at the 46th Fantasporto International Film Festival in Portugal, one of the biggest and most prestigious film festivals in the world. Director Jun Robles
The Department of Energy has slapped show cause orders on 54 gasoline stations caught allegedly jacking up their prices amid the ongoing Middle East crisis. Palace Press Officer Undersecretary Claire Castro broke the news while traveling with President Marcos during his work visit to the United States. Castro didn'
The Department of Education is shaking up the workweek for its employees nationwide. Starting March 9, all DepEd offices will operate on a four-day onsite schedule — Monday to Thursday — with Fridays designated as work-from-home days. The move comes under DepEd Memorandum No. 018 signed by Education Secretary Sonny Angara. The