In July, the Philippines witnessed a notable spike in unemployment, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA). The number of unemployed Filipinos aged 15 and above surged to 2.38 million, up from 1.62 million in June and 2.29 million in July 2023. Read more »
The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has broadened its VAT exemption list to include 15 additional medicines, aiming to ease the financial strain on individuals needing crucial treatments for cancer, high cholesterol, hypertension, and mental health conditions. Read more »
The Philippine government is significantly enhancing its Free Public Internet Access Program (FPIAP) with an additional P3.681 billion, according to the Department of Budget and Management (DBM). Read more »
Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA) in Central Visayas has implemented ground power solutions to mitigate fuel costs and reduce carbon emissions during passenger arrivals and boarding. Read more »
President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. has recently signed Republic Act (RA) No. 120181 into law, creating three additional Shari'a judicial districts and increases the number of Shari'a circuit courts from 51 to 63. Read more »
To better serve Filipinos, particularly those with cancer, the University of the Philippines—Philippine General Hospital (UP-PGH) unveiled its latest cutting-edge facility and equipment which will be used by its Central Intensive Care Unit (CENICU). Read more »
