LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — The Philippines and Vietnam are looking to establish a long-term rice trade mechanism as part of efforts to ensure a stable supply and strengthen food security cooperation between the two countries, President Marcos said Thursday, May 7. President Marcos discussed the...
With the final stage fast approaching, Filipino trainee Archer Uy is edging closer to a defining moment in his journey on " Produce 101 Japan: Shinsekai ." Uy is currently the lone Filipino contestant remaining in the latest season of the Japanese survival show, which has drawn participants from...
SM Investments Corp. (SMIC), the conglomerate controlled by the Philippines’ wealthiest family, is pushing ahead with a multi-billion-dollar reclamation project despite geopolitical headwinds in the Middle East, even as its banking unit opts for a “wait-and-see” approach on liquidating...
All hail the new Filipina queen! After months of rigorous training and activities, Filipino-American Bea Millan-Windorski of La Union was crowned Miss Universe Philippines 2026. Her coronation took place Saturday evening, May 2, at the Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City. A crowd favorite from the...
President Marcos and former Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Fumio reaffirmed cooperation between the Philippines and Japan on energy transition and resilience, as global instability continues to disrupt supply systems. Kishida, now serving as Supreme Adviser to the Parliamentary Association of the...
Malacañang has denied allegations that the government is withholding information on the case of fugitive Zaldy Co, saying any limitations in disclosure are due to foreign legal restrictions. In a press briefing on Thursday, April 30, Presidential Communications Office (PCO) Undersecretary Claire...
China is exploring the possibility of asking the Philippine government to expand its visa-free entry policies for its nationals to other key tourist destinations such as Boracay and Bohol, the Chinese Embassy in Manila said. Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan raised the proposal during the Love Boracay...
President Marcos has sought clarification from French and Czech officials over the release of former congressman Zaldy Co, expressing disappointment that the fugitive remains at large in Europe despite efforts to secure his return to the Philippines. The President raised the matter during separate...
A digital version of your TIN ID can now be accessed in your eGov app. This is part of the Bureau of Internal Revenue’s (BIR) push for streamlining government transactions and to help reduce fixers, and other illegal activities such as selling TIN IDs. To access the digital TIN ID in the eGov...
HONOR Philippines is teasing something for the coronation night at Miss Universe Philippines 2026. Early hints of the new smartphone suggested a strong focus on AI imaging capabilities, intelligent features, and a seamless user experience tailored for today’s fast-paced digital lifestyle....
The Sandiganbayan Sixth Division on Monday, April 27, issued a precautionary hold departure order (PHDO) against Sen. Francis Joseph “Chiz” Escudero and businessman Maynard Siy Ngu. The anti-graft court also directed the commissioner of the Bureau of Immigration (BI) to prevent their departure...
A Japan Disaster Relief (JDR) Expert Team has arrived in the Philippines to assist authorities in responding to the fire at the Navotas Sanitary Landfill, the Japanese Embassy in Manila said. The JDR team, which comprises seven members from various Japanese institutions, arrived at the Ninoy Aquino...
