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.
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.
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.
In Cebu, the festive glow of Fuente Osmeña's tree masks a harsh reality for families like the Abellanas. As inflation bites and disaster victims rebuild, Christmas becomes a season of survival. Read how Cebuanos are finding hope.
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.
Rising food prices force Filipino families to rethink Noche Buena with budgets as low as P500. Students share how to celebrate meaningfully. Discover affordable holiday strategies.
Pagasa reports no Low Pressure Area inside or near PAR as of Dec 20, 2025. However, ITCZ and easterlies bring rain to Mindanao, Palawan, and Visayas. Stay updated.
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.
Visa Philippines reports an 8% annual growth in Filipino Christmas spending, with December 23 as the peak day. Discover the spending trends and top tourist origins. Read more for insights.
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.
Philippine business confidence rose to 29.7% in Q4 2025, fueled by holiday demand. Yet, consumer sentiment fell to -22.2% on inflation, corruption fears. Read the full BSP survey analysis.
Eumir Marcial delivers a stunning knockout to reach the SEA Games gold-medal match, providing a bright spot for the Philippine boxing team after controversial losses. Read the full fight recap.
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.
The Philippine entertainment industry faced a year of profound loss in 2025, saying goodbye to 18 beloved icons from film, music, and television. Remember their legacies.
Former SunStar editor Stella Estremera voices exhaustion over political lies and Luzon bias against Bisaya leaders. She urges readers: 'See you at the polls.'
Peza Director General Tereso Panga is optimistic about achieving the agency's P300-billion investment approval goal for 2025, citing major pending applications. Read more about the Philippines' economic zone growth.
The Philippines' women's football team makes history by reaching its first-ever SEA Games final, while teen skateboarders win gold and silver. Witness the rise of Filipina athletes!
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.
Philippine exporters secured $1.72 million in sales at Japan's Fabex Kansai 2025, highlighting surging demand for local coconut products. Discover how this strengthens the country's position in the high-value export market.
Davao Light reduces residential power rate for December 2025 billing. Lower WESM prices drive savings. Company urges mindful consumption during holidays despite the cut.
The IMF lowered its 2025 GDP growth forecast for the Philippines to 5.1% due to trade uncertainty and Q3 slowdown. Discover the outlook for 2026 and key reforms needed.
Philippine exporters generated $1.72 million in sales at Fabex Kansai 2025, boosting coconut product exports to Japan's health-conscious market. Discover how this success strengthens the Philippines' global trade position.
Philippine inflation cooled to 1.5% in November, staying within the BSP's forecast. Food prices eased, but electricity and fuel costs rose. Discover the full economic outlook here.
Kapuso star Dennis Trillo triumphs as Best Actor at the 2025 Asian Academy Creative Awards in Singapore for 'Green Bones.' Discover the full list of Filipino winners and nominees.
The DAR's Agraryo Trade Fair 2025 connected 85 agrarian reform groups with buyers, showcasing over 300 products. The event aimed to expand market access and build partnerships for Filipino farmers.
Inflation in Central Visayas accelerated to 3.3% in November 2025, driven by rising electricity and transport costs. Discover the key factors behind the regional surge.
The Philippines' DA implements price controls on essential goods as inflation slows to 1.5%. Learn how this move aims to protect consumers this season.
Philippine inflation slowed to 1.5% in November 2025, averaging 1.6% for the year. Officials credit food security measures and announce plans for more affordable rice and electricity subsidies.
Filipino Darry Bernardo defeats Felix Aguilera, creating a three-way tie for first at the 3rd Asian Chess Championship for players with disabilities. Get the latest standings.
Philippine trade officials revise export goals downward, citing US tariffs and shipping crises. Despite strong electronics-driven growth, new targets are more 'realistic'. Read the full analysis.