At least 421 flood control projects across the Philippines have been identified as nonexistent or “ghost projects,” following an initial round of inspections, as confirmed by Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon on Thursday, October 9. Read more »
Despite the passage of a national law prohibiting child marriage, the practice continues to persist in parts of the Bangsamoro region, primarily due to poverty, cultural traditions, and weak enforcement of the law. Read more »
The Pasig City government underscored its continued push for gender-inclusive governance during the 2025 Gender and Development (GAD) Summit, which wrapped up on October 3 at the Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Pasig. Read more »
Skaters in Bacolod now have a new home to call their own with the unveiling of the Bacolod Skate Park, the largest covered skate park in the Philippines, located in Barangay Vista Alegre. Read more »
For more than two decades, government procurement data reveal a clear imbalance: infrastructure continues to dominate public spending, while health remains a distant priority. Read more »
The Philippines has been officially selected to host the FIVB Volleyball Women’s World Championship 2029, marking the first time the country will stage the prestigious global tournament. Read more »
