Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. urged stronger cooperation between Europe and Asia to uphold international law amid rising global threats. Read more »
The Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC) reported receiving 47,446 complaints against companies operating online lending applications between August 2024 and January 2026, many of which involve allegations of abusive collection practices and rapidly increasing debt. Read more »
Muntinlupa City has introduced new measures to manage rising fuel costs, including the formation of a task force that will monitor possible overpricing and hoarding of fuel products. The initiative comes as the local government moves to implement energy conservation policies across city offices amid increasing oil prices. Read more »
Maguindanao del Norte is set to strengthen its peace and security framework with the construction of a modern Police Provincial Headquarters, following a high-level planning meeting held on March 2, 2026. The initiative represents a significant step in improving institutional capacity and operational readiness in the province. Read more »
Cristian Lucanas, 31, a researcher at the University of the Philippines, has earned the nickname “Ipis Lord,” using the Filipino word for cockroach, for his work studying the insects. Read more »
Cebu is preparing to host the 48th ASEAN Leaders’ Summit this May, an event expected to bring together thousands of delegates and top officials from across Southeast Asia for a series of high-level discussions. Read more »
