The Philippines will highlight programs to strengthen families and empower children as it chairs the 2026 ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community (ASCC), the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) said on Saturday, Feb. 28. According to DSWD Assistant Secretary and spokesperson Irene Dumlao,...
LT Group Inc. reported a seven-percent improvement in consolidated attributable net income to a record ₱30.98 billion in 2025, its fourth straight banner year, from ₱28.92 billion in 2024 due to stronger earnings from its banking, tobacco, and liquor businesses. The firm disclosed to the...
In a quiet hospital ward, where beds outnumber toys and treatment schedules replace school timetables, a group of teenagers—led by their teacher—walked in carrying small gift packs and uncertain smiles, unaware that they were stepping into something far greater than a one-day outreach. For...
The highly anticipated Honda Prelude sports coupe is now available for pre-order starting today, February 27, 2026. After being discontinued in other markets in 2001, the Honda Prelude finally returns as an electrified sports coupe. Though never officially offered in the Philippines before, Honda...
As SUVs, become a more mainstream choice among car buyers, the hatchback body style is beginning to disappear from some car brand lineups. It’s shame as I think hatchbacks are ideal for Pinoys. They don’t take up as much space, they’re perfect for our many narrow roads, and a lot of us...
Milo Philippines announced the launch of its newest campaign, "My Milo Story," last Feb. 22, 2026, at SM Megamall. Celebrating the deeply personal connections Filipinos have with the brand, the campaign aims to highlight the millions of stories that go beyond choosing a drink for breakfast or...
It’s TGIF—the day most of the working class looks forward to. Friday signals the weekend break, offering a chance for revitalization: to rest, recharge, reduce stress, and, more importantly, provide time for essential errands. Yes, Virginia, I look forward to weekends to do my routine rounds. I...
Department of Health (DOH) Secretary Ted Herbosa on Thursday, February 26, clarified that the department is not imposing — and is not recommending — any penalties for parents who choose not to immunize their children. In a statement, the DOH emphasized that education and informed...
The Metro Manila hospitality sector is on track to reclaim its pre-pandemic occupancy levels by 2028, according to real estate services firm Colliers Philippines, as surge in domestic travel offsets the massive wave of new hotel room openings. Average hotel occupancy in the national capital region...
Amid rising reports of illegal activities involving Filipino users, the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) and the Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Council (CICC) are eyeing a possible ban on messaging platform Telegram in the Philippines. In a statement issued...
The Manila Police District (MPD) reported that the commemoration of the 40th anniversary of the EDSA People Power Revolution in Manila on Feb. 25, was “generally peaceful,” with no major untoward incidents recorded. Around 6,000 personnel from the MPD and partner agencies were deployed across...
Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa has lost “almost all” of his committee memberships in the Senate due to his continued absence. “Yes, almost all,” Senate President Vicente 'Tito ' Sotto III told reporters on Wednesday, Feb. 25, when asked if dela Rosa still holds any...
