The United States has announced that it will be providing P13.8 billion in foreign assistance to the Philippines intended for strengthening the country 's health system. The US Embassy in Manila said on Friday, Sept. 12, that the assistance aims to help the country in strengthening its health...
Detained former Negros Oriental Rep. Arnolfo Teves Jr. was allowed to post bail on one of his murder cases by a Manila court, his legal counsel announced on Friday, Sept. 12. According to Atty. Ferdinand Topacio, the Manila Regional Trial Court Branch 12 recommended a bail of P120,000 for the...
Water bills are changing for millions of customers this quarter, as Maynilad Water Services Inc. implements rate increase and Manila Water Co. rolls back its charges, the Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System (MWSS) announced. MWSS chief regulator Patrick Lester Ty reported on Friday, Sept....
An 18-year-old teenager was arrested by the police after raping a 13-year-old Grade 8 students in Barangay 306, Palanca, Quiapo, Tondo, Manila on Sept. 9, the Manila Police District (MPD) reported. According to the police investigation, the suspect invited the victim to accompany him at his...
The Philippines’ largest business group is calling for a transparent and collaborative process in reviewing the claim filed by a unit of San Miguel Corp. against the country’s main power distributor. In a statement on Wednesday, Sept. 10, the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI)...
Luxury hotel The Westin Manila was recently awarded its inaugural certification from Green Globe in acknowledgement of its sustainable management and operations. The Green Globe certification is an internationally recognized standard in the sustainable tourism sector, including hotels, resorts, and...
True to his promise to curb corruption in the city government, Manila Mayor Francisco "Isko Moreno" Domagoso has announced changes to the city’s zoning requirements as part of his administration 's goal to promote ease of doing business and reduce red tape in government transactions. During...
Filipino households can breathe a sigh of relief as Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) announced a reduction in electricity bills, providing a much-needed break from the consecutive price hikes of recent months.
In a briefing on Wednesday, Sept. 10, Joe Zaldarriaga, Meralco Vice President and Head of...
Educators, administrators, and thought leaders from across the Philippines and abroad gathered on Wednesday, September 10, for CanvasCon Philippines 2025 to explore the future of AI in higher education, digital learning trends, and education technology innovation. The one-day event, hosted by...
Medical attention does not end in the hospital; it should extend into our homes, where care and comfort are sustained through proper follow-up, support from loved ones, and access to essential medical guidance and resources. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), primary health care is...
The country 's most anticipated literary event, the Manila International Book Fair (MIBF), is set to make its return from September 10 to 14, 2025. As the Philippines ' largest and longest-running book fair, the MIBF will once again serve as the premier gathering for publishers, authors,...
Manila Mayor Francisco "Isko Moreno" Domagoso gave assurance to the Korean Embassy in Manila that the safety and security of Korean nationals in the city are strictly observed and protected. Domagoso made the statement on Tuesday, Sept. 9, following a luncheon hosted by Korean Ambassador to the...
