Politics
It's Official! Sara Duterte Declares 2028 Presidential Bid Amid Impeachment Threats
Bombshell! VP Sara Duterte officially throws her hat in the ring for 2028 — even as impeachment proceedings loom over her political future.
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Trending! Filipino Stars Join Viral '2026 is the New 2016' Online Challenge
A fun and nostalgic online trend has taken Filipino social media by storm, with celebrities and netizens alike joining the viral '2026 is the New 2016' challenge. The trend, which started gaining momentum in January 2026, sees participants posting throwback comparisons — looking back at where they were in
Showbiz
GMA Network's Bold 2026 Lineup: Born to Shine and More Kapuso Shows to Watch
GMA Network is pulling out all the stops in 2026, with a bold and exciting television lineup that has Kapuso fans buzzing with anticipation. Among the most talked-about upcoming shows is 'Born to Shine,' a star-studded series that promises to deliver a compelling mix of drama, romance, and
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Netflix PH Goes Big in 2026: ABS-CBN Stars Lead Exciting New Filipino Originals
Netflix Philippines is making a massive push in 2026, announcing a slate of exciting Filipino original movies and series that will see some of the country's biggest ABS-CBN stars taking center stage. The streaming giant confirmed an ambitious lineup of homegrown content aimed at both Filipino audiences worldwide
Nation
Ramadan Not a Holiday — Palace Clarifies Confusion Over February 19
Malacañang has stepped in to clear up confusion surrounding February 19, 2026 — the first day of Ramadan — clarifying that it is NOT a regular or special non-working holiday for all Filipinos. Presidential Communications Office (PCO) spokesperson Claire Castro confirmed on Tuesday that while Ramadan is a deeply significant religious observance
Economy
BSP Cuts Interest Rates Again: Central Bank Expected to Trim to 4.25% Today
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) is widely expected to cut its key interest rate by another 25 basis points today, February 19, 2026, bringing the benchmark rate down to 4.25%. This would mark another significant step in the central bank's easing cycle, which began in 2024
Nation
Ramadan 2026 Begins Today in the Philippines — Muslims Start Holy Month of Fasting
The Islamic community in the Philippines officially began observing Ramadan 2026 today, February 19, after the moon was not sighted on the evening of February 17. The National Commission on Muslim Filipinos (NCMF) confirmed the start of the holy month, urging Muslim Filipinos across the country to commence their 30-day
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Saya ng mga Motorista! Marcos OKs 5-Year LTO Registration for All Brand-New Vehicles
Magandang balita para sa mga motorista — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has approved a major quality-of-life upgrade for vehicle owners across the Philippines: brand-new cars and motorcycles will now only need to be registered once every five years, up from the previous three-year cycle. The policy, confirmed by the Department of
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Historic Panalo for LGBTQ+: Philippine Supreme Court Rules Same-Sex Couples Can Co-Own Property
In a landmark ruling that has sent ripples across the LGBTQ+ community and legal circles alike, the Philippine Supreme Court has declared that same-sex couples may be legally recognized as co-owners of property they acquired together — a historic first in a country long resistant to expanding rights for same-sex partners.
Crime
P20 Million on the Line: Government Doubles Down on Hunt for Fugitive Tycoon Atong Ang
Hanap pa rin siya ng buong bansa — and now the reward is even more worth talking about. The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) has doubled down on its hunt for fugitive businessman Charlie "Atong" Ang, raising the government bounty on his head from P10 million
Nation
Three Allies, One Sea: PH, US, and Australia Flex Muscles in Latest West Philippine Sea Drills
Tatlong bansa, isang mensahe — the Philippines, United States, and Australia concluded the 14th Multilateral Maritime Cooperative Activity (MMCA) in the West Philippine Sea on February 15 to 16, 2026, with joint naval and air assets conducting coordinated drills between Subic Bay and Bajo de Masinloc. The Armed Forces of the
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Mas Ligtas ang Pilipinas? PNP Reports Major 24% Crime Drop in January 2026
Good news para sa lahat — the Philippines kicked off 2026 on a significantly safer note, with the Philippine National Police (PNP) reporting a major 24.32-percent drop in the national crime rate for January 2026 compared to the same month a year ago. PNP chief Gen. Jose Erwin Panta made