Private schools across the Philippines have rallied behind Sonny Angara, expressing strong support for his continued tenure as Secretary of the Department of Education (DepEd). The backing comes after President Marcos requested courtesy resignations from all Cabinet members. READ: ...
The Manila-based multilateral lender Asian Development Bank (ADB) is urging its host country to ramp up nationwide mobile internet access to boost Filipino households ' wealth. "Our findings show that mobile internet access has a significant and positive impact on household wealth,...
State-backed Maharlika Investment Corporation (MIC) will provide strong support, including a prospective recommendation to President Marcos, for a 25-year extension of the concession agreement for system operator National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP), allowing it to continue managing...
The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) has issued a heat index forecast of dangerously high temperatures in at least 19 areas nationwide on Sunday, May 25, with Dagupan City, Pangasinan expected to experience a sweltering 46°C. According to PAGASA...
Citing his decisive leadership and dedication to improving the country’s education system in a short span of time, the Catholic Educational Association of the Philippines (CEAP) on Saturday, May 24, called on President Marcos to reinstate former senator Sonny Angara as Secretary of the Department...
Three areas in Luzon could experience a heat index of up to 45 degrees Celsius on Saturday, May 24, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA). In its heat index forecast released on May 23, PAGASA said Laoag City in Ilocos Norte, Dagupan...
Cloudy skies with isolated rain showers and thunderstorms are expected over several parts of the Philippines on Saturday, May 24, due to the influence of the Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) and easterlies, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services...
A 2017 data from Oceana Philippines showed that nine out of 10 Filipinos consume sardines regularly, making it one of the Philippines’ most vital food staples. In addition, sardines are accessible, affordable, shelf-stable, and most of all, essential for food security. However, overfishing,...
InLife, the largest Filipino-owned life insurer, has completed its acquisition of Generali Life Assurance Philippines to create a stronger, more customer-focused organization after securing approvals from regulatory bodies. In a statement, Nina D. Aguas, InLife executive chairperson, said the...
Wellness and beauty retailer Watsons Philippines has launched four Greener Stores in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig following its first greener store opening in Laguna in June 2024. Aiming to promote sustainable retail, the new stores in BGC High Street Plaza, Eco Tower, Bonifacio Technology Center,...
The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) said that it has yet to finalize its review of projects by the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP). In a statement on Friday, May 23, ERC Chairperson Monalisa Dimalanta clarified that the project costs will need evaluation and approval during...
More than 40,000 advocates, families, and supporters gathered at the SM Mall of Asia Arena for the Autism Society Philippines ' Angels Walk 2025—a powerful show of unity and support aimed at amplifying autism awareness, acceptance, and inclusion across the country. On May 18, thousands of...
