Despite the absence of any low-pressure area (LPA), several weather systems will continue to bring rains over parts of the country, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said on Sunday, Jan. 11. PAGASA weather specialist Obet Badrina said no LPA...
Most Filipino adults believe corruption remains deeply entrenched in government, according to the latest nationwide survey by Pulse Asia Research, Inc., conducted amid a series of high-profile corruption scandals and political controversies in late 2025. Results of Pulse Asia’s December 2025 Ulat...
Thick cloud cover and scattered rains will continue to affect several parts of the country on Saturday, January 10, due to the combined effects of multiple weather systems, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said. PAGASA weather specialist...
To reduce pressure on teachers while preserving teaching quality, the Department of Education (DepEd) on Friday, January 9, said it is rolling out reforms to classroom observation practices. DepEd Secretary Sonny Angara acknowledged long-standing concerns from teachers, stressing that their welfare...
The Department of Education (DepEd) on Friday, January 9, launched Project AGAP.AI, a nationwide initiative aimed at equipping teachers, learners, parents, and school leaders with the skills and safeguards needed for the responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI) in basic education. Formally...
Sun Life Financial Inc. named Jonathan Juan “JJ” Moreno as its next chief executive officer and country head for the Philippines, succeeding Benedict Sison who will retire after 15 years with the insurer. Moreno, currently the president of Sun Life of Canada (Philippines) Inc., will assume the...
The National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) is waiting for final regulatory approval on two ancillary service agreements that are still delayed, despite initial approvals, due to ongoing disputes between the grid operator and power producers over contract rates. Data released by the...
The Department of Education (DepEd) on Thursday, January 8, extended its deepest condolences to the family, colleagues, and learners of Teacher Agnes Buenaflor of Pedro E. Diaz High School in Muntinlupa City following her untimely passing. In an official statement released by DepEd Chief Media...
A teachers’ group on Thursday, January 8, warned that President Marcos’ veto of portions of the 2026 national budget may trigger a "massive exodus" of faculty members and staff in state universities and colleges (SUCs), citing worsening job insecurity and mounting workloads. In a statement, the...
Teachers’ groups on Thursday, January 8, expressed deep condolences over the untimely passing of a teacher in Muntinlupa City and called for urgent reforms to protect the welfare of educators nationwide. In separate statements, the Alliance of Concerned Teachers – Philippines (ACT) and the...
The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) on Thursday, January 8, said cloudy skies and rains will continue to affect large parts of the Philippines due to three weather systems. In its latest weather forecast, PAGASA said a shear line is influencing...
Beginning with pure profit intent, the controversial Maharlika Investment Fund has metamorphosed into a “deemed national development tool,” with income now a secondary goal. So said Stephen CuUnjieng, investment banker and chairman of the Maharlika Investment Committee, during a recent FINEX...
