PHP4B for 10,000+ New Military, Uniformed Posts in 2026
The Marcos administration earmarks over PHP4 billion for 10,077 new military and uniformed personnel positions and PHP21.7B for pay hikes in 2026. Learn how this boosts national security.
The Marcos administration earmarks over PHP4 billion for 10,077 new military and uniformed personnel positions and PHP21.7B for pay hikes in 2026. Learn how this boosts national security.
Philippine sugar unions demand transparency from SRA on the planned 100,000 MT sugar export to the US, citing price slumps and farmer hardships. Read their urgent call for clarity.
President Marcos Jr. signs the P6.793 trillion 2026 national budget, allocating over P1 trillion in NTA to LGUs. The budget strengthens local autonomy and disaster response funds. Read the full breakdown.
President Marcos signs the 2026 national budget, allocating over P1 trillion to local governments for enhanced public services and disaster resilience. Read the full breakdown.
Cebu's 2026 budget drops 52% to P11.9B, yet health, disaster response, and legislative offices receive significant increases. Governor Baricuatro trims 'bloated' spending.
Save-Sim urges government action as sugar import policy threatens local industry. SRA chief disputes claims, calling them misinformation. Read the full debate.
Cebu's 2026 budget of P11.9 billion is now official after the Sangguniang Panlalawigan's special session. Read about the key details and the push for transparency.
A columnist links personal health concerns about pork to the controversial 'pork' in the 2026 national budget, questioning allocations like NTF-Elcac. Read his full analysis.
President Marcos signs the 2026 national budget but orders stricter, conditional release of funds. The DBM ensures fiscal discipline for the P6.793 trillion allocation. Read the details.
President Marcos signs the 2026 P6.793 trillion budget. DBM announces stricter, conditional fund release policies to ensure fiscal discipline and accountability. Learn the key provisions.
The Confederation of Sugar Producers asks President Marcos Jr. for urgent measures to raise domestic sugar prices and reduce inventory to avert industry collapse. Read the full story.
Cebu's P11.9 billion 2026 budget faces delay as lawmakers reopen it for changes to meet national rules. Key allocations for disaster aid and tourism are adjusted. Read the full story.
Following the 2026 budget approval, DepEd Secretary Sonny Angara commits to stronger disaster response & student safety. Learn about the new Learning Continuity Spaces.
With a P1.015-trillion budget for 2026, DepEd Secretary Sonny Angara vows to strengthen learning continuity and build safer schools after 2025's devastating typhoons. Learn about the new plans.
The Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry calls for the P6.79-trillion 2026 budget to focus on infrastructure, skills, trade, resilience, and food-water-energy security to drive inclusive growth.
Guagua town secures P100 million for a new Legislative Building in the 2026 national budget, thanks to efforts by Arroyo and Marcos. Learn the details.
President Marcos Jr. cuts P92.5B from the 2026 Unprogrammed Appropriations to strengthen fiscal safeguards. Discover which projects were vetoed and retained.
The Cebu Provincial Board schedules a special session on Jan. 7 for the third reading of the 2026 budget. Learn about the timeline and what a reenacted budget means for the province.
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.
President Marcos Jr. signs the PHP6.793-trillion 2026 national budget, prioritizing education, health, and agriculture. Read about the key allocations and fiscal safeguards.
President Bongbong Marcos enacts the P6.793 trillion 2026 national budget, prioritizing education, health, and agriculture while promising strict anti-corruption safeguards.
The DA gets P4.89B for Central Luzon farm roads, aiming to cut transport costs and food prices. A major shift in the 2026 national budget empowers the agency.
ACT Teachers Partylist condemns the transfer of P43.24B in salary and pension funds to the 2026 Unprogrammed Appropriations, risking payment for teachers and uniformed personnel. Calls for presidential veto and supplemental budget.
Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian says the 2026 national budget's PHP85 billion allocation will speed up classroom construction to tackle the education facilities backlog. Learn how DepEd plans to build 165,000 classrooms.
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.
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 Rep. Paolo Duterte thanks Duterte Diehard Supporters in his 2026 New Year message, criticizes the national administration, and explains his 'no' vote on the P6.793-trillion budget. Read his full statement.
The National Irrigation Administration completed a river-clearing and dike project along the Baluran River, benefiting 33 farmers and protecting 214 hectares of farmland in Zamboanga Sibugay.
A look back at the Philippines' tumultuous 2025: ICC arrest of Duterte, flood control anomalies, a major cabinet revamp, a shocking family accusation, and deadly storms. Explore the year's defining events.
Lapu-Lapu City Council greenlights a P4.72 billion budget for 2026, boosting employee benefits, healthcare access, and disaster resilience. Implementation starts Jan. 1, 2026.