Social media use in the Philippines surged by 9 million in a year, reaching 95.8 million users as of October 2025, according to the Digital 2026 report. The growth reflects how platforms are becoming central to communication, business, and daily life among Filipinos. Read more »
History made! Jordan Clarkson becomes the first Filipino-American NBA Champion as the New York Knicks capture their first title in 53 years. A proud moment for Filipino basketball fans everywhere! Read more »
When Jaime Alfonso Zobel de Ayala took the wheel at ACMobility, the Ayala Group’s automotive arm, his decision to partner with Chinese electric vehicle (EV) giant BYD in late 2023 was viewed by some as a high-risk gamble. Fast forward to 2026, and the gamble didn’t just pay off. It is fundamentally rewriting the country’s automotive landscape. Read more »
Veteran investor Wilson Sy will leave the Philippine Stock Exchange board after 12 years as a broker-director, following new SEC rules imposing a 10-year term limit on broker representatives. Read more »
School Year 2026–2027 opens for 26 million learners as the Department of Education (Philippines) rolls out key reforms aimed at improving learning outcomes, even as teachers raise concerns over shortages and workload challenges. Read more »
The Department of Health (Philippines) reminds the public to stay alert this rainy season and protect themselves from W.I.L.D. diseases—water-borne illnesses, influenza-like infections, leptospirosis, and dengue through early consultation, proper hygiene, and preventive measures. Read more »
