Nation
In a rare and spiritually meaningful coincidence, the Philippines this week finds itself observing two sacred seasons of prayer and fasting at virtually the same time — Ash Wednesday for Roman Catholics and Ramadan for Muslims. It is a moment of convergence that religious leaders and interfaith advocates are calling an
Showbiz
Netflix Philippines went "bigger and bolder" as it unveiled its 2026 slate of original content during the "Next on Netflix Philippines" event held at the Grand Hyatt Manila in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig. Five originals — three series and two films — were announced, featuring some of the
Showbiz
Dubai became a celebration of Filipino excellence on January 31, 2026, as the Global Filipino Star Icon Awards held a star-studded ceremony at the prestigious Kempinski Central Avenue Dubai — gathering distinguished leaders, entertainers, and changemakers from across the globe. The night was a testament to how far Filipino talent and
Politics
Senator Robin Padilla has ignited a firestorm of controversy after branding today's youth as "weak" and "iyakin" — crybabies — compared to his own generation. The 56-year-old actor-turned-politician made the incendiary remarks during a Senate hearing on February 11 that was tackling proposed bills to regulate
Politics
Bombshell! VP Sara Duterte officially throws her hat in the ring for 2028 — even as impeachment proceedings loom over her political future.
Showbiz
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 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
Showbiz
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
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
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
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
Nation
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