2025 Wrap-Up: A Year of Resilience and Reckoning
As 2025 ends, we reflect on a transformative year marked by natural disasters, governance shifts, and personal resilience. Discover the key lessons and look ahead with clarity. Read the full analysis.
As 2025 ends, we reflect on a transformative year marked by natural disasters, governance shifts, and personal resilience. Discover the key lessons and look ahead with clarity. Read the full analysis.
The Pampanga Provincial Government received GSIS recognition for slashing unpaid premiums by over ₱5.6 million. This ensures uninterrupted benefits for employees and strengthens public trust. Read about the key agencies cited.
Cardinal David reflects on a tumultuous 2025 for Filipinos—marked by papal transition, disasters, and injustice—finding hope in resilience. Read his powerful Christmas message.
Bacolod City distributed P3,000 each to 814 scholars on Dec 24, 2025. Mayor Gasataya fast-tracked the P2.4M aid for immediate holiday needs. Learn more about the Peso program.
Discover how the COMSCA program in Ronda, Cebu, helps 4Ps beneficiaries build savings, access low-interest loans, and gain financial literacy for a more secure future.
DOLE clarifies holiday pay rates for employees working on Dec 24 & 25, 2025. Know your rights for special non-working day and regular holiday compensation.
Boholano Dwight Galolo achieves his dream of becoming a licensed teacher after passing the December 2025 LEPT. His journey from athlete to educator is a story of sacrifice and perseverance.
Detoxicare Philippines strengthens its Kaagapay Medical Assistance Program to help Filipino cancer patients navigate treatment costs and access government aid. Learn how this initiative supports timely healthcare.
A guide for Filipinos nearing senior citizenship on financial planning, health, and family dynamics. Learn how to secure your future without becoming a burden. Start planning today!
The PRC announces 79,696 new licensed teachers passed the 2025 LEPT. Registration for PRC IDs starts January 5, 2026. Read the full results and next steps here.
Ailyn Flormata from Minglanilla, Cebu, wins at the Digital Financial Inclusion Awards. Her story highlights using digital tools to grow a local handcrafted business. Read more!
Visa and Landbank sign a strategic deal to expand digital payment acceptance across key government channels, aiming for a cash-lite economy. Learn how this impacts Filipinos.
BDO Life President Renato Vergel De Dios emphasizes life insurance as a crucial financial safety net for Filipino families. Learn why a 'Plan B' matters and how BDO Pay simplifies holiday spending.
The Pampanga Provincial Government provides P2,000 cash, rice, and food packs to 4,281 patients battling serious illnesses. Governor Lilia Pineda leads the aid distribution to ease financial burdens.
Visa and Landbank sign a strategic deal to enable digital payments for government services via eGov.ph and Link.BizPortal, boosting PH's cash-lite economy goals. Read more.
BSP Deputy Governor Abenoja outlines plans for deeper money markets and tokenized payments at the ASEAN+3 forum in Hong Kong, aiming to strengthen financial stability and regional integration. Learn more about the Philippines' 2026 co-chair role.
Cebu Normal University graduates lead the September & November 2025 LEPT. Jed Vincent Abadia tops Secondary Level with 94.80%. See the full list of top performers.
President Marcos announces SSS emergency loan program for members, offering 7% interest and a 6-month payment moratorium. Learn how to avail of this financial relief.
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro questions the value of being the richest province if assets aren't felt by citizens. COA's 2024 report shows Cebu leads with P339 billion in assets.
Cebu Province scholarship beneficiaries face financial strain as allowance payouts are delayed for up to a year. Students call on Gov. Baricuatro for a systematic solution. #CebuNews #Education
Around 1,000 students in Candaba, Pampanga received P11,070 each from the SPES program, a joint effort by the LGU and DOLE to support education. Learn how this initiative helps local youth.
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas reports a lower yield for its 28-day bill, with robust demand signaling ample system liquidity. Discover the latest auction results and market implications.
The NHA and Bacolod City Government distributed P4.39 million to 145 residents of Barangay 27 who lost homes in a September fire. Mayor Gasataya also presented a long-term on-site housing plan.
Zamboanga City Government distributed P10,000 and rice to 20 families affected by separate fires. Mayor Olaso gave an extra P2,000 and offered materials for rebuilding homes. Learn more about the relief efforts.
COA's 2024 audit reveals Cebu City reported P11.18B as spent but not disbursed, with a P3.9B development fund only 7.4% used. Read the full report on financial transparency.
A new Metrobank survey reveals how Filipinos' savings priorities evolve from youth to retirement. Discover the top goals and how to start saving digitally.
Home Credit Philippines alerts borrowers to rising loan-to-cash scams ahead of Christmas. Scammers pose as intermediaries, leaving victims with debt. Violators face 6-8 years in prison. Stay vigilant!
Davao de Oro Province provides ₱4.5 million in financial assistance to 11 earthquake-affected LGUs in Cebu. Read how this act of solidarity supports recovery efforts.
Maya's CTO Alfred Lo reveals AI is now core financial infrastructure, processing thousands of loans daily to cut defaults and boost inclusive lending. Read how AI reshapes finance.
Southwestern University PHINMA celebrates 14 topnotchers and a 99.36% passing rate in the November 2025 nursing board exams. Discover the inspiring stories of resilience after Typhoon Tino.