On the 53rd anniversary of martial law, tens of thousands of Filipinos marched nationwide in a National Day of Protest, decrying what they described as massive corruption in government flood control projects worth billions of pesos. Read more »
Akbayan Representative Chel Diokno on Wednesday urged the Philippine government to rejoin the International Criminal Court (ICC), citing China’s continued aggression in the West Philippine Sea as a pressing reason for the country’s return. Read more »
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is pushing for improved implementation of his “zero billing” policy in all Department of Health (DOH)-run hospitals, ensuring that patients admitted to basic wards no longer need to pay out of pocket. Read more »
The Philippines is primed to make its mark in the global space industry, according to aerospace engineer and former NASA scientist Aisha Bowe. Read more »
Online gambling sites are shifting to new platforms in the Philippines as operators adapt to tighter government regulations despite efforts by the BSP and e-wallet providers to curb access. Read more »
Last Tuesday, August 12, three students were hit by concrete debris from a dilapidated condominium in Tomas Morato Avenue, Quezon City. The victims were immediately rushed to Capitol Medical Center, and are currently recovering from their injuries. Who is to blame? Read more »
