Cloudy skies with scattered rains and thunderstorms are expected in various parts of the country on Saturday, May 31, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA). In its latest weather forecast, PAGASA highlighted the impact of a frontal...
South Korean A-List actor Song Joong-Ki greets fans at the 'IAM Song Joong-Ki Live in Manila ' event that was successfully staged by IAM Worldwide at the SM Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City last May 24, 2025 (Images by Charles Villaruz) IAM Worldwide, a leading health and wellness...
Razon-led water unit on Boracay Island has transitioned into the Retail Aggregation Program (RAP), making it the first to do so with Retail Electricity Supplier (RES) PrimeRES Energy Corp. Boracay Water, under the Manila Water Non-East Zone (NEZ) unit, has undergone RAP, a program of the Energy...
Over 500 fishermen from various parts of the country -- including Cavite, Laguna, Parañaque, Manila, Navotas, Malabon, Bulacan, Bataan, and Zambales -- gathered in Mendiola, Manila on Friday, May 30, calling on the national government to halt reclamation projects that destroy their livelihood. The...
Several houses were gutted by fire that hit a residential area along San Andres corner Adriatico Streets in Malate, Manila on Thursday night, May 29. According to TXTFIRE Philippines, the fire started at 6:52 p.m. and has reached the second alarm at 7:01 p.m. Firefighters are still extinguishing...
Businessman Manuel V. Pangilinan, chairman and chief executive officer of the country’s largest power distributor, Manila Electric Company (Meralco), hopes President Marcos will appoint a capable successor to outgoing Energy Secretary Raphael P.M. Lotilla. On the sidelines of Meralco’s Annual...
Manila Electric Company (Meralco) is awaiting the Department of Energy 's (DOE) approval to proceed with its planned competitive selection processes (CSPs) this year, which aim to procure power through transparent and cost-effective means. In an interview, Larry Fernandez, head of utility...
The Philippines will continue to lead in climate change mitigation efforts as the world continues to struggle with the realities of ocean governance. Senator Loren Legarda made this promise when she led the reaffirmation of the 2021 Manila Call to Action, Charting Philippine Ocean-Climate Policy...
Hundreds of residents in Barangays 262 and 264 in Tondo, Manila staged a protest on Monday, May 26, against the scheduled demolition that threatens to displace over 400 families. The demolition is expected to affect more than 1,000 individuals in Mayhaligue neighborhood. Despite a previously...
Meralco PowerGen Corp. (MGen), the power generation arm of Manila Electric Co. (Meralco), aims to expand its liquefied natural gas (LNG) sourcing as its 2,500-megawatt (MW) gas facilities near full operation. In an ambush interview with MGen President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Emmanuel...
Following his election as the capital city 's local chief executive, Manila Mayor-elect Francisco "Isko Moreno" Domagoso announced the revival of the Manila Online Complaint Desk, an initiative first introduced during his previous tenure. In an interview, Domagoso hinted at the online service...
Taking care of your health starts with what’s on your plate. Eating well is one of the most effective ways to stay strong, prevent disease, and maintain a good quality of life. In a time when fast and processed foods dominate, turning to simple, plant-based meals can be a powerful step toward...
