Electricity consumers may soon get some relief on their power bills after the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) removed the 12% value-added tax (VAT) on allowable system loss charges. Read more »
A new development framework is being considered for the Ifugao Rice Terraces as the government looks to protect the historic landscape while creating more sustainable opportunities for the communities that depend on it. Read more »
Nearly 2.4 million voters are set to participate in BARMM’s first regular parliamentary elections on Sept. 14, 2026, with security and voter education efforts underway. Read more »
The proposed 2027 health budget has brought renewed attention to the need for stronger health insurance coverage, particularly as government officials weigh how available resources can better support Filipinos facing medical expenses. Read more »
Filipino students posted their strongest performance yet in the Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA), recording significant gains in reading, mathematics, and science compared with the country’s 2022 results. Read more »
A piece of Philippine heritage recently found its way into an Indian school as young learners got the opportunity to write using Baybayin, one of the Philippines' ancient writing systems. Read more »
