Marcos names new PNOC chief
PRESIDENT Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. appointed Franz Josef George E. Alvarez as acting president and chief executive officer (CEO) of the Philippine National Oil...
More than 70% Filipinos hit by fraud attempts in 2025
MORE than 70% of Filipinos were targeted for fraud last year, driven mainly by phishing amid the extensive use of mobile channels for commerce...
Alsons Power turning diesel plant into solar farm
ALSONS POWER, the power business unit of the Alcantara Group, is seeking to transform its diesel power plant in Alabel, Sarangani into a solar...
House approves anti-political dynasty bill on second reading
THE House of Representatives on Wednesday approved on second reading a proposed measure seeking to prohibit second degree relatives from holding public office at...
Climate Change Commission urges LGUs to strengthen climate plans as dam levels drop
The Climate Change Commission (CCC) on Wednesday urged local government units (LGUs) to strengthen their Local Climate Change Action Plans (LCCAPs) as water levels...
OCD: No evacuees left following heavy rains in Davao City
All families in Davao City who evacuated due to the combined effects of the Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) and easterlies, which caused widespread flooding...
Marcos says Philippines would be involved in any Taiwan conflict
The Philippines would likely be involved in any conflict over Taiwan due to its proximity to the island democracy claimed by China, President Ferdinand...
Dela Rosa seeks SC shield vs ICC warrant tied to drug war killings
SENATOR Ronald “Bato” M. dela Rosa has again asked the Supreme Court (SC) to block his possible arrest as he challenged efforts to enforce...
PHL urged to set clearer maritime stance amid rising tensions with China
THE Philippines needs a clearer and more consistent position on sovereignty and maritime rights as geopolitical competition intensifies in the Indo-Pacific region, particularly in the South China Sea, where repeated confrontations have raised security risks, a political analyst said.
VP Sara’s trial to proceed even without her appearance
THE impeachment trial of Vice-President (VP) Sara Duterte-Carpio will proceed even if she refuses to personally appear before the Senate impeachment court, according to...
Luzon Economic Corridor may create 1M jobs
AS MANY as 1 million jobs could be generated for Filipinos under expanding Philippines-US economic cooperation as both sides advance plans for trade, infrastructure...
PHL, Myanmar boost fight vs crime
THE Philippines and Myanmar have met for the 5th Foreign Policy Consultations (FPC) to discuss measures addressing transnational crimes, the Department of Foreign Affairs...