Sustainability was the focus of discussions among hospitality executives, tourism stakeholders, developers, architects, and sustainability advocates during the PHILHOST 2026: Sustainability in Focus – Purpose. Impact. Action., held at Ascott Bonifacio Global City on July 2. Sustainability has...
Malabon City Mayor Jeannie Sandoval, in her fourth State of the City Address (SOCA), said the local government’s programs are now yielding results, citing progress in economic development, jobs, education, housing, disaster resilience, public health, digital governance, and social protection. ...
At least two senators heeded President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr.’s call for an end to system loss charges burdening electricity consumers. Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian and Sen. Joseph Victor JV” Ejercito each filed a bill on the matter, saying it is imperative that Filipino...
For its 22nd edition, the Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival opens and closes with two internationally acclaimed independent films that reflect the complexity of the Filipino experience. The opening film, "Enjoy Your Stay," explores a mother 's enduring love for her daughter,...
The Philippine National Police (PNP) has expressed grief over the death of police officer who died in a road crash while on his way home after completing a security deployment for the 5th State of the Nation Address of President Marcos on Monday, July 27. Patrolman Allan Chris Heredero, 33, was...
Nearly 200 racers from across Asia gathered together and competed in the 3-day Tamiya Mini 4WD Asia Challenge (TMAC) 2026 regional championship, held at Ayala Malls Manila Bay last June 26 to 28. But it’s not just about the race, TMAC 2026 also became the perfect place where unique racing...
Stressing that there are many underrepresented sectors in business, Association of Southeast Asian Nations-Business Advisory Council (ASEAN-BAC) Philippines Chair Joey Concepcion called for a more inclusive and borderless ASEAN digital economy. Speaking at the ASEAN Tech Summit Manila 2026 on...
Film producer Aquino Plotado received the Best Film Producer award during the 12th Emirates Film Festival 2026 held on July 26 at the New Covent Garden Theatre in Mall of the Emirates. Plotado was recognized for producing the short film "As the Call, So the Echo." The film previously earned Best...
The State of the Nation Address (SONA) has long evolved beyond the President 's annual report to the nation. Over the years, it has become one of the country 's biggest fashion events, drawing almost as much attention to the personalities arriving at the Batasang Pambansa as the speech...
The Miss Universe Organization (MUO) has officially unveiled the full schedule for the major events leading up to the Miss Universe 2026 coronation in Puerto Rico this November. In a recent announcement posted on its official Instagram account, the organization confirmed that the National Costume...
The Senate must balance the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte with its constitutional duties as the Second Regular Session of the 20th Congress opens. Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano made the statement on Monday, July 27 after the Upper Chamber formally opened its...
Nine protesters accused of vandalism during Monday’s State of the Nation Address faced inquest proceedings at the Quezon City Prosecutor’s Office on Tuesday, July 28. The Quezon City Police District (QCPD) said the nine are facing complaints for alleged violations of Presidential Decree No....
