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₱34 Billion Calamity Fund for Mindanao Relief

₱34 Billion Calamity Fund for Mindanao Ready as Government Ramps Up Earthquake Relief and Recovery Efforts

MANILA, Philippines — ₱34 Billion Calamity Fund for Mindanao Available for Immediate Disaster Response The national government has assured affected communities that the ₱34 billion calamity fund for Mindanao remains available and ready to support relief, rescue, rehabilitation, and recovery operations following the devastating magnitude 7.8 earthquake that struck parts of Southern Philippines. As rescue […]

Ateneo Grieves as Rising Players Rene Clert Baterb... ⓘ
Ateneo Grieves as Rising Players Rene Clert Baterbonia and Divine Adili Die in Aurora Incident

The Philippine basketball community is mourning the heartbreaking loss of Rene Clert Baterbonia and Divine Adili, two young athletes whose futures were filled with promise before a tragic incident cut their lives short. The devastating

TNVS Driver Patay Matapos Umanong Barilin ng Pasah... ⓘ
TNVS Driver Patay Matapos Umanong Barilin ng Pasahero sa Caloocan; Suspek Naaresto sa Bulacan

TNVS Driver Nasawi sa Loob ng Kanyang Sasakyan sa Caloocan Patay ang isang TNVS driver matapos umanong barilin ng kanyang pasahero sa loob mismo ng kanyang sasakyan sa Caloocan City noong madaling araw ng Linggo,

7.8 Magnitude Earthquake Today Rocks Mindanao, Tri... ⓘ
7.8 Magnitude Earthquake Today Rocks Mindanao, Triggers Tsunami Warnings and Leaves Trail of Destruction

GENERAL SANTOS CITY, Philippines — A powerful 7.8 magnitude earthquake today struck southern Mindanao on Monday morning, June 8, sending residents rushing out of homes, schools, and buildings as strong shaking rattled communities across the

School Year 2026-2027 Enrollment Nears 26 Million ... ⓘ
School Year 2026-2027 Enrollment Nears 26 Million as DepEd Prepares for Nationwide Class Opening

MANILA, Philippines — Just days before the official opening of classes, the Department of Education (DepEd) announced that nearly 26 million learners have already enrolled for School Year 2026-2027, signaling another massive return to classrooms

Eala Advances to Birmingham Open Quarterfinals Aft... ⓘ
Eala Advances to Birmingham Open Quarterfinals After Strong Comeback Win Over Charaeva

Eala advances to Birmingham Open quarterfinals with impressive rally in Round of 16 Eala advances to Birmingham Open quarterfinals after delivering another commanding performance on the grass courts of England, overcoming Russian opponent Alina Charaeva

NAPOLCOM Chief Calls Out Viral Cop for Allegedly S... ⓘ
NAPOLCOM Chief Calls Out Viral Cop for Allegedly Seeking Media Attention During Heated Press Conference

MANILA, Philippines — NAPOLCOM Chief Rafael Vicente Calinisan strongly criticized a police officer involved in a viral road altercation after the latter allegedly accused him of trying to gain publicity during a tense press conference

Sen Padilla and DILG chief Remulla Senate Clash Ra... ⓘ
Sen Padilla and DILG chief Remulla Senate Clash Raises Questions on Decorum

The Senate witnessed a tense and highly unusual confrontation as Sen Padilla and DILG chief Remulla figured in a physical altercation that shocked lawmakers, staff, and observers inside the chamber. The incident, which quickly circulated

Cayetano ousted as Senate president: Senate leader... ⓘ
Cayetano ousted as Senate president: Senate leadership shift sparks political realignment

A major political development unfolded in the Philippine Senate after Senator Alan Peter Cayetano was removed from his position as Senate President, triggering fresh discussions about stability and leadership dynamics inside the upper chamber. The

Independence Day Road Closures Set Around Rizal Pa... ⓘ
Independence Day Road Closures Set Around Rizal Park as Manila Prepares for National Rites

Manila will implement traffic restrictions and road closures around Rizal Park as the city prepares for the upcoming Independence Day celebrations, with government-led ceremonies expected to draw large crowds at key heritage and civic sites

₱70 Billion PhilHealth Subsidy Shortfall Threate... ⓘ
₱70 Billion PhilHealth Subsidy Shortfall Threatens 40M PhilHealth Indirect Members in 2026; Congress Urged to Add ₱20B–₱50B Budget Boost

The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) is facing renewed financial pressure in 2026 after concerns emerged that its ₱70 billion government subsidy may no longer be sufficient to sustain healthcare coverage for an estimated 40

Jinggoy Estrada Arrives at Sandiganbayan: Senator ... ⓘ
Jinggoy Estrada Arrives at Sandiganbayan: Senator Faces High-Profile Anti-Graft Case

Jinggoy Estrada arrives at Sandiganbayan as the veteran Filipino senator faces renewed public scrutiny over long-standing corruption and graft allegations. His appearance at the anti-graft court in Quezon City once again placed him at the

Metro Manila Flooded Areas: Which Roads Are Affect... ⓘ
Metro Manila Flooded Areas: Which Roads Are Affected?

Heavy rain once again caused flooding in several parts of Metro Manila, affecting travel and daily activities for many residents. Following hours of rainfall, authorities monitored roads where water levels quickly rose and slowed vehicle

Impeachment Trial Support vs VP Sara Duterte Reach... ⓘ
Impeachment Trial Support vs VP Sara Duterte Reaches 7 in 10 Filipinos — OCTA

Lumabas sa pinakahuling survey ng OCTA Research na malaking bahagi ng mga Pilipino ang pabor na ituloy ang Impeachment Trial laban kay Vice President Sara Duterte upang matugunan ang mga alegasyon na iniuugnay sa kanya.

Duterte Sotto SWS Survey Results Reveal Public Sat... ⓘ
Duterte Sotto SWS Survey Results Reveal Public Satisfaction Leaders

The latest Social Weather Stations or SWS survey placed Vice President Sara Duterte and former Senate President Tito Sotto among the top public satisfaction leaders in the country. The survey gained attention because it measured

Visayas Grid Faces Yellow Alert Amid Power Concern... ⓘ
Visayas Grid Faces Yellow Alert Amid Power Concerns

Nagkaroon ng usapin sa sektor ng kuryente matapos isailalim sa Yellow alert ang Visayas grid noong Linggo ng gabi, May 31, 2026. Ang anunsyong ito ay agad nakakuha ng pansin dahil ang Yellow alert ay

POGO Exit Affects Offices, BPO and AI firms Bring ... ⓘ
POGO Exit Affects Offices, BPO and AI firms Bring Recovery

Malaki ang naging epekto ng pag-alis ng mga POGO sa office market ng Metro Manila. Sa kasagsagan ng operasyon ng offshore gaming industry, malaking bahagi ng mga opisina ang inuupahan ng mga kumpanyang ito. Ngunit

Police Clearance Fee May Rise? PNP Proposes New P2... ⓘ
Police Clearance Fee May Rise? PNP Proposes New P200 Rate

Many Filipinos who apply for a Police Clearance may soon pay a higher fee after the Philippine National Police (PNP) proposed a new rate of P200. The proposal was announced through a public advisory where

PLDT Home and Solar Expansion: PLDT Eyes New Energ... ⓘ
PLDT Home and Solar Expansion: PLDT Eyes New Energy Opportunities

PLDT Home has long been connected with internet access, digital services, and home connectivity. But recently, a different conversation began to grow around the company after PLDT shared its interest in studying opportunities in the