Marcos: Gov’t working to reduce medical expenses of Filipinos

MANILA, Philippines — Whether it happens during his term or in future administrations, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said he aspires for a time when patients will pay nothing to receive treatment in hospitals. In his speech during the...

Azanza: Catanduanes, Manila to sign sisterhood agreement

Catanduanes Governor Patrick Azanza announced that the province will soon enter into a sisterhood agreement with the City of Manila led by Mayor Isko Moreno. “Happy to report that Mayor Isko Moreno has agreed to enter into MOA for sisterhood...

Panlaban sa China propaganda: Lawmakers push mandatory West Philippine Sea lessons in schools

By Billy Begas Lawmakers belonging to the Akbayan party-list, the Mamamayang Liberal party-list, and the Liberal Party have jointly introduced a measure seeking the mandatory study of the West Philippine Sea (WPS) in both public and private...

Philippines awards $502mn in T-bills

PLDT, Smart back AI-enhanced learning in Philippine schools

PLDT and Smart Communications, Inc. are reaffirming their commitment to inclusive education by supporting the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into the Central Visayan Institute Foundation – Dynamic Learning Program (CVIF-DLP). The...

Hitachi revolutionizes air conditioning in the Philippines with first slim modular VRF, Hitachi SideSmart and Set-Free Series

If you’re planning to design a compact high-rise or refurbish an older building, Hitachi offers an innovative cooling solution with the SideSmart VRF system, Hitachi’s exclusive and most versatile modular outdoor unit in the industry today....

Trump hits Philippines and 6 more countries with higher tariffs

ASEAN must do more in maritime disputes: Philippine analysts

mid intensifying geopolitical tensions and unlawful territorial claims by major powers, ASEAN must uphold international law and resolve its own members’ maritime disputes via arbitration in order to close ranks against external interference,...

AirAsia parent firm eyes $500-million hangar in Philippines

This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article. Capital A Berhad believes the Philippines' strategic location will make the country a key maintenance hub MANILA, Philippines – Capital A...

Philippines’ credit card debt reaches ‘critical risk’ levels

MANILA, Philippines – Credit card debt in the Philippines is at a “critical” risk level as the typical borrower owes more than four times their monthly income, according to Singapore-based fintech firm Roshi Pte Ltd. The company, which describes...

Filipinas escapes Hong Kong, punches ticket to Asian Cup

MANILA – The Philippine women’s national football team clinched a spot in the 2026 AFC Women’s Asian Cup after grinding out 1-0 victory over Hong Kong on Saturday at the Olympic Stadium in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. Forward Chandler McDaniel delivered...

Get special vouchers from Honda Cars Philippines when buying and selling pre-loved Honda Cars on newly launched ‘Honda Certified Pre-Owned’ customer-to-customer platform

Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) just made it even easier to sell pre-loved Honda cars. The ‘Honda Certified Pre-Owned’ website was launched yesterday, July 7, 2025. It will allow owners to sell their Honda vehicles directly to other customers...

MMA champ Denice Zamboanga wants to continue inspiring the next generation of fighters in the Philippines

The reigning and undisputed ONE women's atomweight MMA world champion, Denice 'The Menace' Zamboanga, of the Philippines, wants to inspire her fellow Filipinos with her reign in the world's largest martial arts organization. Zamboanga captured the...

P20/kilo rice, wage hike among top issues supported by Filipinos — Publicus

MANILA, Philippines — The promise of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to lower the price of rice to P20 per kilogram of rice, the proposed wage hike without the need of a bicameral conference committee, and the conduct of the first parliamentary...

Corruption, economy, inflation most pressing concerns of Filipinos - survey

MANILA, Philippines — The three most pressing concerns that most Filipinos want President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to address are corruption, the economy, and inflation, the latest survey conducted by Publicus Asia showed. The survey held from June...

Philippine makes headway in PMI’s goal to boost smoke-free revenues

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines is making progress in contributing to Philip Morris International’s (PMI) global goal of generating two-thirds of net revenues from smoke-free products or alternatives. Tobacco giant PMI aims to achieve this...

Online sugal: Income for gov’t, scourge for poor Filipinos

Online gambling is “making history” as the gaming industry’s “top revenue driver,” contributing P51 billion in the first three months of 2025, almost the same as the all year P58 billion that the sector generated in 2023. But for some Filipinos,...

Philippines in talks with Japan to acquire warships

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Navy confirmed yesterday exploratory discussions with Japan on the possible transfer of Abukuma-class destroyer ships to the country, saying the naval assets are aligned with the Navy’s operational requirements...

Philippine bet Charyzah Barbara Esparrago ‘happy’ with Miss Supermodel Worldwide 2025 1st runner-up finish

MANILA, Philippines — Philippine bet Charyzah Barbara Esparrago was content with her first runner-up finish at the just-concluded Miss Supermodel Worldwide 2025 coronation night that took place at the Okada Manila. Joy Mwangi of the USA bagged the...

‘More dangerous’ than Pogos: should Philippines ban online gambling?

At the rehabilitation centres run by Bridges of Hope, a recovery network spread across the Philippines, founder Jon Ty is used to seeing the different faces of addiction. For years, clients came seeking help for their abuse of drugs, alcohol or...