Senate Votes to Limit Trump's Venezuela Military Action
The US Senate advances a resolution to restrict military action in Venezuela after the raid on Maduro. Bipartisan vote challenges presidential authority. Read the latest.
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PH sends 216 para athletes to 2026 ASEAN Para Games
Jerrold Pete Mangliwan to lead Team Philippines as flag bearer at the ASEAN Para Games in Thailand. The 216-strong delegation aims to improve on its 2023 medal haul.
Security Bank Foundation Builds 62 Classrooms in 2025
Security Bank Foundation expanded its education programs in 2025, constructing 62 new classrooms and repairing 128 more to combat classroom shortages and support out-of-school youth in the Philippines.
Record P1.38T Education Budget for 2026, Aquino Seeks Teacher Pay Raise
Philippines hits UN education funding benchmark with P1.38 trillion 2026 budget. Senator Bam Aquino urges passage of Angat Sweldo Para sa Guro Act for P10,000 teacher pay increase. Read the full story.
PH to Host SEA Plus Youth Games 2027, Asian Beach Games 2028
The Philippines secures hosting rights for two major Asian sporting events in 2027 and 2028, boosting the country's sports tourism agenda under POC and PSC.
P85B Fund Aims to Build 165,000 Classrooms Nationwide
Senator Sherwin Gatchalian says the 2026 budget allocates P85 billion to construct and rehab classrooms, targeting the 165,000-room backlog. Learn how this will impact schools.
Imee Marcos Rejects P6.79 Trillion 2026 Budget
Senator Imee Marcos explains her refusal to sign the 2026 General Appropriations Act, criticizing it as repackaged pork barrel. Discover the details of the P124.54B cuts and the political standoff.
Davao Solons Vote No on P6.79T 2026 Budget Over Graft Concerns
Davao lawmakers oppose the ratified P6.79-trillion 2026 national budget, demanding transparency and accountability over unresolved 2025 corruption issues and executive interference. Read the full story.
Tolentino: PH Athletes Poised for Historic 2026 Run
POC President Bambol Tolentino says Team Philippines is riding a wave of momentum into 2026, fueled by Olympic sport success at the SEA Games and historic winter wins. Discover the ambitious calendar ahead.
Senate OKs PHP6.79T 2026 Budget, Focus on Key Sectors
The Senate ratified the PHP6.793-trillion 2026 national budget, prioritizing education, health, and agriculture for long-term growth. Discover the historic allocations.
P6.79T 2026 Budget Approved, Focus on Education, Health, Agri
The Senate approves the P6.793 trillion 2026 national budget, with massive allocations for education, health, and agriculture. Read the breakdown of key investments.
Army's 53IB Recognizes Top NCO Course Graduates
The 53rd Infantry Battalion honored two corporals for excelling in their Non-Commissioned Officer courses. Read about their achievement and the battalion's commitment to excellence.
Bam Aquino Leads PUBLiCUS Asia Survey with 54% Rating
Sen. Bam Aquino leads the latest PUBLiCUS Asia survey. Discover his plans for education reform and government transparency as he eyes 2026 priorities.
Lacson: Death of Ex-DPWH Official Tragic for Probe
Senator Ping Lacson calls the death of ex-DPWH Usec. Catalina Cabral tragic, saying she could have exposed corruption in flood control and infrastructure projects. Read the latest on the Senate investigation.
Senate Calls for Reforms Ahead of 2026 Budget
The Senate Economic Planning Office warns of tightening fiscal space and calls for structural reforms to protect the Philippines' long-term economic growth. Learn the key recommendations.
Ex-DPWH Official's Death a Blow to Corruption Probe
Senator Ping Lacson laments the tragic death of ex-DPWH Usec. Catalina Cabral, who could have exposed massive corruption in flood control and infrastructure projects. The Blue Ribbon Committee seeks her potential notes to aid the ongoing investigation.
Senate Cuts Worker Benefits, Boosts LGU Funds in 2026 Budget
The Senate version of the 2026 budget cuts P55B from personnel benefits to fund a P17.9B increase in discretionary LGU funds, sparking outcry from ACT Teachers Partylist. Calls grow to restore cuts and eliminate 'pork'. #Philippines #Budget2026
Tulfo Brothers' Public Feud Draws Marcos Family Parallels
The bitter public dispute between brothers Mon and Ben Tulfo escalates with serious accusations, drawing comparisons to the Marcos siblings' rift. Get the full story on their clash.
Davao City Wins Best Project Monitoring Award
Davao City's Project Monitoring Committee wins the 2024 DavPrIME Best City PMC Award for governance excellence. Learn how transparency and community involvement set the standard.
Aquino Urges Stronger Support for 5M+ Filipino Children with Disabilities
Senator Bam Aquino calls for urgent action to address the severe lack of support for over 5 million Filipino children with disabilities, highlighting gaps in education and funding.
Bacolod Opens Bids for P505.7M Waste Management Contracts
Bacolod City's Bids and Awards Committee evaluates proposals from two contractors for garbage collection, hauling, and landfill management. The total approved budget is over P505 million. Read the latest updates.
Duterte Calls Impeachment Moves a 'Fishing Expedition'
Vice President Sara Duterte denounces impeachment complaints as politically motivated, alleging a 'fishing expedition' and linking signatures to budget deals. The case remains in committee.
Bato Dela Rosa Absent from Senate After ICC Warrant News
Senator Ronald 'Bato' Dela Rosa has been absent from the Senate since November 10 following reports of an ICC arrest warrant. The former PNP chief faces potential charges related to the drug war.
Davao City Reforms E-CLIP Committee for Ex-Rebel Integration
Davao City Mayor Sebastian Duterte leads a reconstituted committee to oversee the local integration program for former rebels and extremists, ensuring compliance with national and local mandates.
University of Cebu Offers Free 3-Year Diploma Programs
University of Cebu founder Augusto W. Go announces 2,645 Tesda-funded scholarships for Hospitality & Tourism Management. Full tuition, books, and allowance covered. Apply by Dec 31!
British Council Rolls Out Edge Program for BARMM Girls
The British Council launches its Edge program in BARMM, providing English and digital literacy training to empower out-of-school adolescent girls and overcome educational barriers.
Aquino Files Party-List Reform Act to Cleanse Congress
Senator Bam Aquino files the Party-List Reform Act to ensure genuine representation for ordinary Filipinos and address systemic corruption. Read the key provisions.
Senators Sound Alarm on Agri Smuggling Syndicates
Philippine senators warn that organized agricultural smuggling, involving foreign groups and dummy firms, is undermining food security and national stability. Urgent reforms are demanded.
Senate Probe: P180B Lost to Ghost Flood Projects
Senator Panfilo Lacson reveals over P180 billion likely lost to non-existent flood control projects. The Senate probe uncovers massive corruption involving contractors and officials. Read the full investigation details.
House suspends Kiko Barzaga for 60 days
The House suspends Cavite Rep. Kiko Barzaga for 60 days without pay over offensive social media posts. Read the full story on the ethics committee's decision.
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