Gov't Offices Closed Dec 29 & Jan 2 for Longer Holiday Break
Malacañang suspends work in government offices on Dec 29, 2025 & Jan 2, 2026, creating an extended New Year break. Frontline services remain operational. Check details now.
Malacañang suspends work in government offices on Dec 29, 2025 & Jan 2, 2026, creating an extended New Year break. Frontline services remain operational. Check details now.
President Marcos Jr. orders BOC to deliver 130,000 abandoned balikbayan boxes to OFW families for Christmas. Commissioner Nepomuceno leads the inspection and distribution.
A morning fire in Bacolod City's Barangay Singcang destroyed four homes, causing P270,000 in damage. No casualties reported. Read about the response and aid provided.
BI confirms two Bondi Beach shooting suspects spent nearly a month in the Philippines, visiting Davao. AFP chief Brawner says all angles are being investigated.
The Bureau of Immigration confirms the two suspects in the Australia mass shooting spent weeks in the Philippines. Authorities are investigating their activities in Davao.
The Lapu-Lapu City Hall must comply with fire safety requirements within 15 days after BFP inspection found deficiencies. Mayor pledges cooperation. Read the full report.
The Bureau of Fire Protection in Lapu-Lapu City orders the City Government to comply with fire safety requirements within 15 days after an inspection found deficiencies. Learn about the findings and the city's response.
A firefighter sustained injuries while battling a residential fire in Lamitan City, Basilan. Defective wiring suspected; stored gas tanks escalated danger. Read for safety tips.
Private sector employees working on December 8, 2025, a special non-working holiday, are entitled to 130% of their basic wage. Learn the DOLE rules for overtime and rest day pay.
DOLE releases pay rules for the Dec 8 special non-working holiday. Workers get extra 30% pay, 50% if it's their rest day. Check the details now.
A fire in Sitio Sugarlandia, Barangay Bacayan, Cebu City, caused an estimated P420,000 in damage, affecting 43 individuals from 8 families. No casualties were reported. Read the latest updates.
A fire in Sitio Sugarlandia, Cebu City, destroyed 5 houses and displaced 43 individuals. Damage estimated at P420,000. No injuries reported. Read the latest updates.
The Bureau of Customs, PCCI, and Philexport renew collaboration to enhance trade, ease of doing business, and digital transformation. Discover how this partnership aims to boost the Philippine economy.
Philippine senators warn that organized agricultural smuggling, involving foreign groups and dummy firms, is undermining food security and national stability. Urgent reforms are demanded.
Ayeesh, Mary, and Keira will discuss the harsh realities of Philippine classrooms on Dec 3. Learn about broken facilities and join the call for better learning spaces. #EducationMatters
A Bohol fire truck driver was injured after a collision with a 10-wheeler dump truck on a curved road in Loboc. The dump truck driver faces reckless imprudence charges. Read the full investigation details.
A fire broke out at the Senate building in Pasay City on Sunday morning. No casualties reported and all important documents remain safe. Read the latest updates.
Thousands gathered at Rizal Park for Trillion Peso March 2.0 as workers demand justice and dignity. Police deploy 2141 personnel to ensure peaceful protest.
A Filipino professional in his 30s grapples with the choice between staying in the Philippines out of patriotism or leaving for better opportunities abroad. Discover the insights on making this life-changing decision.
The Department of Agriculture transfers regulatory control over veterinary drugs and the dairy industry from the FDA to the BAI and NDA. Learn how this impacts local industries.
Pagasa predicts generally fair weather conditions nationwide this weekend with isolated rain showers possible. No active weather disturbances currently monitored.
Bureau of Customs intercepts 538 grams of high-grade marijuana 'kush' worth PHP807,000 hidden in keychain parcel from Hong Kong. Read how authorities stopped this drug smuggling attempt.
Philippines deports 23 Chinese nationals involved in illegal Pogo operations and cyber fraud. New Anti-Pogo Law strengthens government crackdown on criminal syndicates.
The Bureau of Corrections confirms it is ready to receive dismissed Bamban mayor Alice Guo, sentenced to life for qualified trafficking. Enhanced security measures are in place at the Correctional Institution for Women. Discover the detailed intake proces
Bureau of Working Conditions demands BPO companies establish emergency protocols after workers forced to work during Typhoon Tino. Learn about worker safety rights.
Bureau of Customs sells three luxury vehicles in public auction, generating over P38 million for national treasury. Mercedes-Benz, Lincoln Navigator among sold items.
Bureau of Customs sells 3 luxury vehicles from controversial contractors in public auction. Government vows to recover more stolen funds. Read the latest updates.
The Bureau of Customs sold three luxury vehicles linked to the Discaya family, raising over P38 million. Proceeds will go to the national treasury. Read the full update.
GCash's Study Now, Pay Later program through Fuse Financing Inc. provides flexible education funding for Filipino working students facing financial challenges. Discover how this initiative creates opportunities.
A heartbreaking retrieval operation recovers four family members buried by a landslide caused by Typhoon Tino on November 6, 2025. Read their tragic story.