As Middle East tensions push global oil prices higher, the Philippines implements fuel subsidies, fare adjustments, and policy reforms to protect consumers while addressing long-term energy security challenges. Read more »
The 2026 Bul-ao Ani Festival lit up the town with colors, music, and culture as locals celebrated the bountiful harvest and the municipality’s 25th founding anniversary. Read more »
Filipino gymnast Karl Eldrew Yulo delivered a standout performance at the FIG Artistic Gymnastics World Cup Series in Antalya, Turkey, claiming gold in the floor exercise event on Saturday night. 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 »
Filipino-American cinematographer Autumn Durald Arkapaw made history at the 98th Academy Awards by becoming the first woman to win the Oscar for Best Cinematography. Read more »
The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) is set to pilot a “sponge city” approach by 2027 as part of efforts to address the capital’s persistent flooding problems. Read more »
