The Philippines took part in the Australian-led naval drills– along with 19 other nations–as the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) participated for the first time in Exercise Talisman Sabre 2025. Read more »
The Land Transportation Office (LTO) has officially launched its Online Driver’s License Renewal System (ODLRS)—a new feature in the eGovPH app that lets you renew your license anytime, anywhere, straight from your phone. Read more »
The Department of Health (DOH) has officially opened advanced specialty centers at the Jose B. Lingad Memorial General Hospital (JBLMGH) in San Fernando, Pampanga. Read more »
Senator Bong Go has introduced the Rural Employment Assistance Program (REAP) bill in the Senate, designed to institutionalize TUPAD and bring sustainable job opportunities to the countryside. Read more »
The Philippines and New Zealand are exploring ways to strengthen their defense partnership, following a high-level meeting between Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. and New Zealand Ambassador Peter Kell in Manila. Read more »
Japan is set to transfer several decommissioned naval vessels to the Philippines, marking a significant step in bilateral defense cooperation amid rising regional tensions. Read more »
