The recent approval of a PHP200 across-the-board daily wage increase for private sector workers by the House Committee on Labor and Employment has sparked a heated debate. Read more »
Caller identification service provider Whoscall reports that 6,157,517 text short messaging service (SMS) frauds were reported in the Philippines in 2024. Read more »
As Benguet State University (BSU) College of Medicine takes on an initial 50 students in the first semester of the 2025–2026 academic year, more physicians will soon be available to serve Cordillerans, especially in far-flung areas. Read more »
The House of Representatives passed a resolution suggesting that the Philippine Sports Commission induct Olympic double-gold winner Carlos Edriel "Caloy" Yulo into the Philippine Sports Hall of Fame. Read more »
The goal of the proposed Senate Bill 1979, also known as the "Prevention of Adolescent Pregnancy" legislation, is to develop a nationwide program to address the concerning number of adolescent pregnancies, some of which occur in children as young as ten. Read more »
Siquijor Island, once an off-the-beaten-path destination, is now one of the fastest-growing tourist spots in the Philippines. According to Agoda’s latest annual ranking, the island has become a top choice for international travelers. Read more »
