The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) deployed its ships and aircraft to drive away four Chinese research vessels detected operating in Philippine waters without authorization on Sunday, May 3, as a separate civilian mission to Pag-asa (Thitu) Island in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) drew praise from the...
The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) on Friday, May 1, backed a civilian-led mission to Pag-asa Island as organizers set sail to deliver aid and assert the country’s rights in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) but was shadowed by a China Coast Guard (CCG) ship. AFP spokesperson for WPS Roy...
Atin Ito Coalition will stage its fourth civilian mission to the West Philippine Sea from April 30 to May 5, 2026, highlighted by a jetski flag ride and a solidarity concert on Pag-asa Island under its “Balik-Pag-asa” initiative. In a press conference on Monday, April 27, Atin Ito said the...
Whether it was "early politicking" or "early campaigning," President Marcos will not pay any attention to the newly-formed political coalition 's intention, Malacañang said. "Kung anuman po ang ninanais nila sa gitna ng krisis sa Middle East, iyong maaga nilang pamumulitika, iyong maaga...
A newly-formed opposition coalition to the current administration is using the "unity" catchphrase that was made popular by President Marcos. Former House Speaker and Davao del Norte 1st district Rep. Pantaleon Alvarez placed the spotlight on the so-called "RAGE Coalition" in a Facebook post on...
A group of supporters of the former Duterte administration and Vice President Sara Duterte gathered on Sunday, April 12 at The Club Filipino in San Juan City, to formally launch the Reform Alliance for Good Governance (RAGE) Coalition. Led by Mayor Sebastian Duterte, the RAGE Coalition is a...
The Philippines, through the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), showcased to United Nations development leaders how it is translating international commitments into tangible jobs and social protection programs nationwide. The presentation took place during the 3rd Directors Group Retreat...
An environmental protection-focused group has called on devotees and other participants of the Traslacion 2026 in Manila to observe cleanliness and the proper disposal of trash during the conduct of the traditional procession that is expected to be attended by millions on Jan. 9. On Tuesday, Jan....
Executive Secretary Ralph Recto said he will fully cooperate in the investigation over technical malversation, plunder, and grave misconduct complaints filed against him at the Office of the Ombudsman. Save the Philippines Coalition has filed the complaints against Recto and former Philippine...
A teachers’ group on Wednesday, December 17, lauded the Department of Education (DepEd) for initiating meaningful reforms but emphasized that lasting improvements must be matched by real investments in teachers’ welfare. The Teachers’ Dignity Coalition (TDC), in a statement, acknowledged...
A group of teachers on Monday, November 17, expressed full support for the bill extending the mandate of the Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM 2), saying the commission’s research and policy work remain crucial as the country grapples with a persistent learning crisis. The...
A teachers’ group on Thursday, November 13, raised the alarm over a “surge” in suspicious emails targeting public school teachers’ official Department of Education (DepEd) accounts, warning educators to stay vigilant against phishing scams as the year-end bonus season approaches. The...
