Economy
Global oil prices are expected to surge when markets open on Monday, with analysts projecting crude could jump to between $85 and $90 per barrel — a massive spike from Friday's close of around $72. The main driver: the Strait of Hormuz, which handles 20% of the world'
Economy
Finance Secretary Frederick Go says the Philippine economy can absorb the impact of the Middle East conflict, predicting the effects will be 'temporary and not significant.' But local economists are more cautious, warning that sustained oil price increases could push consumer prices closer to the upper end of
Nation
President Marcos assured the nation on Sunday that Filipinos across the Middle East have been moved to safe locations, with many sheltering in bomb shelters, as the exchange of airstrikes between the US, Israel, and Iran intensifies. In a video message, Marcos said all Philippine embassies and labor attachés have
Nation
The Middle East conflict has claimed its first confirmed Filipino life. President Marcos confirmed Sunday night that Mary Anne Velazquez De Vera, a caregiver from Pangasinan, was killed by shrapnel from falling bombs in Israel while trying to help her patient reach a bomb shelter. 'Siya ay namatay dahil
Showbiz
If you're looking for something to binge this March, HBO Max Philippines just dropped a seriously loaded content slate. Leading the charge is 'Rooster,' an HBO Original series starring Steve Carell as a father navigating a complicated relationship with his daughter on a college campus. It
Economy
Philippine inflation likely accelerated in February from January's 2.0% print, with economists surveyed by Manila Standard forecasting it will settle between 2.3% and 3.1% — still within the BSP's target range but notably higher. The official figures will be released this week by the
Nation
Manila Archbishop Cardinal Jose Advincula has urged all Filipinos to join in prayer for peace as the Middle East conflict continues to escalate. In a statement released Sunday, the Cardinal implored the faithful to remember those suffering from the scourge of war. 'We pray for those who suffer because
Nation
The flight cancellations keep piling up. Philippine Airlines and Cebu Pacific have scrapped a combined 10 flights to and from the Middle East on Monday, March 2, as tensions in the region show no signs of easing. This is now the third consecutive day of widespread cancellations by Philippine carriers.
Showbiz
Award-winning actress Ruby Ruiz found herself stranded at the Dubai International Airport on Saturday, February 28, after flights were grounded due to the escalating military conflict in the Middle East. She's the latest Filipino celebrity — after Anne Curtis — to be personally affected by the US-Israel strikes on Iran.
Showbiz
The Philippine entertainment industry is buzzing after alleged private videos of four actors — Arron Villaflor, Ron Angeles, Gil Cuerva, and Nikko Natividad — surfaced and spread rapidly across social media. The leaks coincided with the PBB finale weekend, prompting netizens to dub the four as the new 'Big Four'
Showbiz
If you've been on Philippine social media lately, you've probably seen the name Linda Walker everywhere. She's the main character of 'The Heiress Who Won With Brains,' a Chinese vertical drama that has Filipinos absolutely hooked — and singer-actress Angeline Quinto is apparently
Economy
Vehicle sales in the Philippines dipped 10.2% year-on-year in January 2026, with only 35,035 units sold compared to 37,504 in January 2025, according to a joint report by CAMPI and the Truck Manufacturers Association. The decline follows December 2025's record-breaking performance — the highest December sales