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The gold rate today in the Philippines remains elevated as global precious-metal markets continue to react to changing expectations for U.S. interest rates, inflation, currency movements, and geopolitical tensions. As of September 1, 2026, available market data puts the Philippine price of 24-karat gold at roughly ₱8,915 per gram. The corresponding rate for 22K gold […]
Pagasa weather update: LPA May Intensify Into Tropical Depression Soon Pagasa weather update shows that a low-pressure area (LPA) currently inside the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) now has a high chance of developing into
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a historic performance that has forever transformed the landscape of Asian tennis, Alex Eala won her first WTA Tour championship in captivating fashion early Tuesday morning (Philippine time). The 21-year-old Filipina
MANILA, Philippines — Philippine motorists, public utility vehicle operators, and daily commuters are slated to receive a modest reprieve at the pump as petroleum companies prepare to implement a fresh oil price roll back starting
MANILA, Philippines — Questions surrounding public accountability have once again taken center stage following fresh statements from the Office of the Ombudsman regarding former Senator Ramon “Bong” Revilla Jr. As public interest intensifies around the
MANILA, Philippines — Minimum wage workers across the capital region were expecting extra pay in their paychecks this week, but a sudden court order has put everything on pause. The long-awaited P85 wage hike in
MANILA, Philippines — In a major legal decision from anti-graft court Sandiganbayan, former Senator Ramon “Bong” Revilla Jr. has secured temporary liberty after the court approved his petition for provisional release. Court authorities confirmed that
MANILA, Philippines — Senator Jinggoy Estrada has taken a decisive step in his ongoing legal struggle as Estrada files petition for bail before the Sandiganbayan Fifth Division, seeking immediate temporary liberty despite a recent setback
MANILA, Philippines — Utility giant Manila Electric Company (Meralco) expanded its balance sheet during the first six months of 2026, relying heavily on its expanding power generation portfolio to balance steady consumer electricity demand. Strong
MANILA, Philippines — Testifying on Day 10 of the high-stakes Senate impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, a former land bank manager provided crucial testimony outlining the behind-the-scenes mechanics of how massive cash withdrawals
DAET, Camarines Norte — Thousands of low-income and near-poor households across Camarines Norte are getting critical financial relief as the Department of Social Welfare and Development begins cash distributions under the administration’s flagship social safety
During his annual address before a joint session of Congress at the Session Hall of the House of Representatives, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. made a decisive announcement regarding the national government’s ongoing anti-corruption campaign, revealing
QUEZON CITY, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. delivered his fifth State of the Nation Address (SONA) before a joint session of Congress on Monday, outlining his administration’s accomplishments while presenting new commitments aimed at
QUEZON CITY, Philippines — Law enforcement units across Metropolitan Manila have officially transitioned to full alert status as the national government prepares for President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr.’s fifth State of the Nation Address (SONA).
MANILA, Philippines — Final security sweeps, protocol checks, and technical dry runs have officially concluded across the Batasang Pambansa Complex in Quezon City as Malacañang confirmed that the fifth president marcos sona is projected to
MANILA, Philippines — Standing firm under intense political scrutiny during the ongoing Senate impeachment proceedings, NBI Director Melvin Matibag strongly rejected allegations of partisan bias on Friday, July 24, 2026. Addressing public criticism and panel
Residents and local disaster response authorities across Northern and Central Luzon are bracing for severe weather conditions as Tropical Storm Kiyapo continues to gain strength while tracking northwestward over the Philippine Sea. According to the
As President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. prepares to deliver his fifth State of the Nation Address for SONA 2026, public scrutiny surrounding his administration’s flagship commitments has reached a critical peak. Four years into his six-year
In a massive disclosure that has placed national public works expenditure under intense public scrutiny, former senator Panfilo “Ping” Lacson has bared new irregularities involving multi-million-peso infrastructure allocations in Taguig City. According to the latest
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