In July, the Philippines witnessed a notable spike in unemployment, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA). The number of unemployed Filipinos aged 15 and above surged to 2.38 million, up from 1.62 million in June and 2.29 million in July 2023. Read more »
To better serve Filipinos, particularly those with cancer, the University of the Philippines—Philippine General Hospital (UP-PGH) unveiled its latest cutting-edge facility and equipment which will be used by its Central Intensive Care Unit (CENICU). Read more »
With a poverty incidence of 0.5 percent, Ilocos Norte continues to be the least impoverished province in the Ilocos Region, owing to initiatives implemented by the provincial administration to combat poverty. Read more »
July saw an increase in the country's inflation to 4.4%, over the government's goal range of 2% to 4%. According to the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA), the most recent rate is lower than the 4.7% rate in July 2023 but higher than the 3.7% rate in June 2024. Read more »
Beginning in late October, AirAsia Philippines will begin operating flights between Manila and Nagoya three times a week s part of its network expansion in Japan starting on October 29. Read more »
Social Security System (SSS) and Pag-IBIG Fund are offering calamity loans to their members to support recovery efforts from the devastating effects of Typhoon Carina. Here’s a guide on where and how to apply for these loans. Read more »
