Power consumers in the Philippines will see lower transmission charges on their January 2026 electric bills. The National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) announced a rate decrease to 60 centavos per kWh. Learn how this impacts your bill.
PhilHealth urges members to avail of free vaccines and financial aid up to P24,765 for hepatitis conditions to prevent liver cancer. Learn how to access these vital health benefits.
Northern Negros faces a P0.19/kWh rate hike as consumer group Access endorses a Negros Power-Noneco joint venture to improve services. Learn about the plan for reliable electricity.
The September 2025 Bar Exam results are out with a 48.98% passing rate. We explore the emotional journey of examinees, from anxious waiting to the mixed reactions of triumph and profound disappointment. Read the full story.
Davao City Water District explains the necessity of a phased 30% water rate increase to sustain service. Critics warn of added burden on households. Full details inside.
BDO Unibank launches a P5 billion peso-denominated sustainability bond offer with a 5.7125% annual coupon. The offer period runs from January 7 to 19, 2026. Read more for details.
BDO Unibank launches its fifth peso-denominated ASEAN Sustainability Bond offer, with a minimum size of P5 billion and a 5.7125% coupon rate. Invest from January 7-19, 2026.
Central Visayas records a 28.18% drop in major crimes for 2025, contributing to a 12.4% national decrease. PRO 7 credits intelligence-led operations and community ties. Read more.
Philippine unemployment climbed to 4.4% in Nov 2025, with 2.25 million jobless. Explore the sectoral shifts and what it means for the labor market recovery.
NGCP welcomes the massive 2,500MW Terra Solar Power Project but warns its intermittent nature poses grid stability risks. Learn how BESS and policy are key. #RenewableEnergy #Philippines
PRO-Davao reports a significant 29.61% decrease in eight focus crimes for 2025. Rape and robbery cases saw the sharpest declines. Police aim to sustain or improve this trend in the new year.
Police Regional Office 7 reports a 99.8% compliance rate in mandatory drug testing for personnel. The drive aims to cleanse the police force and strengthen integrity. Read the full report.
BSP Governor Eli Remolona calls December's 1.8% inflation 'a welcome number.' The central bank signals the easing cycle is nearing its end. Read the full analysis.
The Philippine government increases socialized housing price ceilings to improve build quality. Pag-IBIG Fund maintains a 3% interest rate to keep monthly payments affordable for Filipino workers.
CERA warns converting critical NGCP transmission lots in Cebu City to housing could cripple energy stability by 2026, raise consumer costs, and create new safety hazards.
Community groups in Cebu raise concerns over plans to convert NGCP transmission lands in Duljo-Fatima and Talamban to residential use, warning of risks to Metro Cebu's power supply stability. Read more.
Crime in Central Luzon decreased in 2025, with focus crimes dropping to 3,228. Police credit a 70.42% crime solution efficiency rate. Read the full report.
The Philippine National Police recorded a significant 12.4% decrease in crime incidents nationwide in 2025. Rape, carnapping, and murder saw the biggest drops. Read the full report.
The Philippine National Police recorded a significant 12.4% decline in crime incidents in 2025. Rape cases saw the biggest drop. Acting PNP chief Nartatez credits police-community cooperation.
Central Visayas police report a major drop in crime after confiscating thousands of unlicensed firearms and explosives in 2025. Read how Oplan Katok made communities safer.
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas projects December 2025 inflation within 1.2% to 2%, citing food and fuel risks. Read the central bank's full analysis and outlook.
Davao City ends 2025 with a 23.15% decline in index crimes, driven by a sharp fall in theft. Police credit community partnerships and targeted patrols for the improved safety record. Read the full report.
DOLE's nationwide job fairs placed nearly 75,000 Filipinos in 2025. Davao Region's anniversary fair saw 17 hired on the spot. Discover the latest employment figures and trends.
Cebu consumer group Cera calls for a freeze on utility rate increases and uninterrupted power this Christmas, as rising costs push households to the brink. Read their urgent appeal.
BSP surveys reveal Filipino households remain positive about the 2026 economy, planning more spending, while businesses turn cautious. Dive into the data on inflation, peso, and hiring.
NGCP urges regulators to separate transmission charges, aiming to clarify electricity bills for Filipino consumers. Learn how this move could reveal the true cost drivers.
Japan recorded a 322.3 billion yen trade surplus in November as exports rose 6.1%. This strengthens expectations for a Bank of Japan interest rate increase. Read the full analysis.
NGCP reiterates its call to separate transmission charges, helping Filipino consumers understand their electricity bills. Average rate for November 2025 is P1.3547/kWh.
NGCP urges unbundling of transmission charges to help Filipino consumers understand their electricity bills. Learn about the components and the recent rate changes.
Cebu City and Province recorded no crimes during the first Misa de Gallo dawn mass on December 16, 2025, thanks to massive police visibility and proactive security measures.