State-run Land Bank of the Philippines (Landbank) said the reason debt watcher Fitch Ratings opted to retain the government financial institution’s (GFI) ‘BBB’ investment rating was its sound fundamentals and solid governance. “Our investment-grade rating was affirmed because our...
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...
Embattled private contractor Pacifico "Curlee" Discaya was brought to the hospital on Thursday, April 30, for shoulder surgery. According to Senate Secretary Mark Llandro “Dong” Mendoza, he may stay there for four to seven days. "Ang advice naman ng doctors niya, ano siya siguro, 4 to 7 days...
The Muntinlupa City government welcomed the fourth batch of Korean volunteer teachers who were deployed to childhood development centers (CDCs). The partnership of the Muntinlupa City government with the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) and the Philippine National Volunteer Service...
The former spokesperson of the Senate impeachment court under then Senate President Francis “Chiz” Escudero said that the Supreme Court’s 14-0-1 decision on the term “forthwith” only proved that the critics were wrong, former Senate impeachment court spokesperson Atty. Regie Tongol said. ...
The legal team of Vice President Sara Duterte on Thursday, April 30, criticized the recent proceedings of the House Committee on Justice, arguing that the presentation of evidence against her lacks substance and fails to meet the standard for probable cause. In a statement, lawyer Paul Lawrence...
The French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in the Philippines successfully hosted the inaugural “Build to Last: Infrastructure and Construction Conference” on April 16, 2026, at Ascott Bonifacio Global City, bringing together industry leaders, policymakers, developers, and engineers to address...
Let 's get one thing out of the way before the pitchforks come out: the Honda Prelude isn’t a sports car; at least not in the way some people think it is. Honda will tell you as much themselves, positioning it as a grand tourer — a sporty coupe that slots above the Civic but occupies a...
A number of years ago, someone very close to me confided that the chief operating officer (COO) of their company was threatening to resign. This was despite the fact that the executive was already receiving a massive salary, along with perks and compensation that would be the envy of most senior...
Hyundai Motor Philippines Inc. has awarded a brand-new Santa Fe 2.5T Calligraphy AWD to Ms. Erlinda L. Añonuevo, the grand prize winner of its Grand Holidays Promo. Añonuevo, a public school kindergarten teacher from Tanza, Cavite, received the vehicle after her entry was drawn from validated...
Suzuki Philippines Incorporated recognized its strongest dealer groups during its 2026 Dealer Conference, where the company marked its 2025 sales performance and outlined its direction for the year ahead. The event was held at Solaire Resort Entertainment City in Pasay City under the theme “...
The peso slumped to a record low against the dollar on Wednesday, April 29, as the deepening conflict in the Middle East fueled safe-haven demand and clouded the outlook for the country’s trade balance. The local currency finished at ₱61.567 per dollar, according to data from the Bankers...
