Tensions and conflict in the South China Sea (SCS) will not diminish in the foreseeable future as China increases its activities to tighten its grip on the key waterway, National Security Adviser (NSA) Eduardo Año said on Tuesday, May 6. In his speech at an online forum titled “Scarborough...
Malacañang declared May 12, the day of mid-term elections, as a special non-working holiday throughout the country. Through Proclamation No. 878, President Marcos declared May 12 as a national holiday to enable Filipino voters to cast their votes for the national and local elections. "[T]here...
The World Bank has cited some inroads in the long-delayed Metro Manila flood control project, which is being partly funded by a loan it approved eight years ago. "The progress is moderately satisfactory with 38 pumping station construction sites and solid waste reduction activities," the...
Looking ahead to this year’s goal of boosting its performance in the energy sector, Consunji-led Semirara Mining and Power Corp. (SMPC) plans to continue its exploration of the 700-megawatt (MW) Saint Raphael Generation Corp. (SRGC) project. During the company’s annual stockholders’ meeting...
The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has approved nine ancillary services procurement agreements (ASPA) between the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) and various power suppliers. These agreements will enable NGCP to procure ancillary services essential for ensuring the reliable...
The Philippines has blasted China over its disinformation campaign through state-controlled media that intends to mislead its people and the international community over its claims that it has seized Sandy Cay. This photo from Chinese state media shows Chinese soldiers holding a flag of China at...
Pangasinan (Instagram) Pangasinan 6th district Rep. Marlyn Primicias-Agabas has sought the help of the Commission on Elections (Comelec) and Philippine National Police (PNP) regarding what she described as "massive, coordinated...
Pag-IBIG Fund has upgraded its popular Multi-Purpose Loan (MPL), enabling members to borrow more, qualify sooner, and enjoy increased flexibility, affirming its dedication to supporting the financial needs of Filipino workers. Under the improved Pag-IBIG MPL, members can now borrow up to 90%...
Vice President Sara Duterte (Facebook) Ranking congressmen told impeached Vice President Sara Duterte on Thursday, May 1 to once and for all address the very specific allegations against her instead of continuing to make sweeping allegations...
The family of businessman Anson Que meet with police' task force head Lt. Gen. Edgar Alan Okubo amid the ongoing investigation to identify all those involved in the kidnap-slay case. The Philippine National Police (PNP) will be asking the Department of Justice (DOJ) to remove the name...
Vice President Sara Duterte said she will appear at the preliminary investigation over a complaint filed against her by the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI). Vice President Sara Duterte (MANILA BULLETIN) Duterte confirmed that she will attend because she will need to take an oath. "Yes,...
(L-R) New Zealand Defense Minister Judith Collins and Department of National Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. hold a press conference in Makati City on April 30, 2025 after they signed the Status of Visiting Forces Agreement between both countries. (Photo: Martin Sadongdong / MANILA...
