Business & Tech

November 13, 2026

Higher Bills, Hotter Days: What's Behind MERALCO's November Rate Hike

by DitoSaPilipinas.com

MERALCO attributes the increase mainly to higher generation charges, which rose by ?0.4344/kWh. Read more »

Local

November 08, 2026

Pet Crematorium Controversy Sparks Calls for Stronger Animal Welfare Laws

by DitoSaPilipinas.com

The controversy involving a pet crematorium has renewed scrutiny of the Philippines' animal protection policies, prompting calls for Congress to act on pending measures that seek to address gaps in existing laws. Read more »

World

November 04, 2026

PH, UAE Pursue Strategic Oil Storage Hub to Cushion Fuel Price Shocks

by DitoSaPilipinas.com

The Philippines is exploring a long-term energy partnership with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) that could strengthen the country's oil supply security and reduce its exposure to sudden movements in global fuel prices. Read more »

Local

October 29, 2026

Chiz Escudero Bills Seek Condo Tax Relief, Tower Redevelopment

by Mika Soriano

Senator Chiz Escudero filed bills seeking real property tax exemptions for residential condo and subdivision common areas and easier redevelopment of aging condominium towers. Read more »

Local

October 22, 2026

Supreme Court Voids 2024, 2025 Budgets, Parts of 2026 Rules

by Gabriel Luna

The Supreme Court declared the 2024 and 2025 national budgets unconstitutional and voided parts of the 2026 unprogrammed appropriations rules. Malacañang will seek reconsideration. Read more »

Local

October 22, 2026

Palace Urges Bato dela Rosa to Surrender Amid ICC Warrant

by Gabriel Luna

Malacañang urged Sen. Bato dela Rosa to surrender over an ICC arrest warrant as Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla warned that a forced arrest could risk thousands of lives. Read more »