PhilHealth implements a one-time interest waiver on missed premiums per President Marcos's directive. Employers and self-employed have a one-year window to settle. Learn how to restore your good standing.
The Department of Agrarian Reform empowers a Zamboanga Sibugay cooperative with a new P1.8 million truck to enhance hauling and income. See how this aids local farmers.
DepEd strengthens Senior High School Voucher Program reforms, files 7 cases vs. schools & criminal complaints for fraudulent claims. Read about the new validation framework.
SSS closes 2025 with strengthened social protection: pension increases, enhanced loan programs, digital transformation, and expanded coverage for millions of Filipinos. Learn about the 2026 roadmap.
A new bill in Congress proposes to increase the GSIS survivorship pension for spouses from 50% to 100% of the basic monthly pension, aligning it with SSS benefits for fairness and financial protection.
The body of an Australian national was discovered in a state of decomposition at a Mandaue pension house on January 1, 2026. Police are investigating the cause of death.
Police in Mandaue City are investigating the death of an Australian national discovered in a Guizo pension house on Jan. 1, 2026. The body was in an advanced state of decomposition. Read for details.
Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries in Ipil, Zamboanga Sibugay receive land titles and Certificates of Condonation, boosting land tenure security and farmer empowerment. Read more.
A Filipino retiree shares the harsh reality of surviving on a meager SSS pension, forcing strict budgeting for the holidays. He expresses apprehension about 2026 governance and corruption.
Sen. Bam Aquino leads the latest PUBLiCUS Asia survey. Discover his plans for education reform and government transparency as he eyes 2026 priorities.
The Supreme Court's decision upholding the conviction of Kian Delos Santos's murderers brings a measure of justice. Advocates now challenge the PNP to enact deep, systemic reform to end police impunity for good.
SSS plans overseas expansion to Madrid, San Francisco, Macau, a second pension hike in Sept 2026, and extended emergency loans. Read about the 2026 reforms.
DAR empowers Zamboanga del Sur farmers with a P1.2 million mobile rice mill to cut losses and boost livelihood. See how this SuRE ARC project drives sustainable agriculture.
Cebu City's innovative Mayor of the Night program, aimed at BPO workers, faces delays as national agencies require central office approval for night shift personnel deployment. Will it push through?
A Cebu-based journalist shares his immersive experience in a Chinese media program, from initial anxieties to profound insights on China's development and regional dynamics. Read his unique perspective.
Critics argue House Bill 06771 is a flawed anti-dynasty measure that misses the real problem. We analyze its gaps and why a stronger law is needed for true political reform.
Governor Baricuatro's office injects P75 million into CP-Gifts to settle unpaid stipends for Cebu scholars. Officials promise payments by early 2026 and vow stricter monitoring. Read the full story.
The DPWH announces nationwide job fairs to hire fresh engineers and accountants, aiming for deep reform after a multi-billion peso flood control scandal. Read more.
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival orders gradual waste segregation rollout in six barangays starting January 2026, aiming to cut annual P700M waste management costs. Learn about the Phinla program's role.
1,767 children of decommissioned MILF combatants received P25,000 each for school fees, part of a P200,000 scholarship program under the Bangsamoro peace deal. Read how this initiative builds a brighter future.
DTI and Landbank launch the Lifting MSMEs lending program, offering tiered loans from P100k to P50M to empower small businesses nationwide. Learn how to access this new financing.
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 Cawayan Sustainable Livelihood Program Association in Bohol, recognized as a 2021 Sulong Bayanihan awardee, has grown its gross income to nearly P2 million, supporting local nutrition and community development. Discover their inspiring journey.
President BBM certifies four major reform bills as urgent, aiming to tackle political dynasties and corruption. Experts urge caution, calling for deeper systemic changes. Read the analysis.
The DHSUD has extended the BHDP compliance deadline for developers to March 31, 2026, supporting the 4PH program and economic growth. Read the latest updates.
A Davao City center provides free therapy for over 1,000 children with autism and cerebral palsy. Parents share stories of transformation and hope this Christmas season. Discover how early intervention changes lives.
More than 6,000 jeepney drivers in Davao finish capability training for the Davao Bus Project. Learn how the city is preparing for the transport shift.
Kalinaw SEMR, a peace group of former rebels, prioritizes sustainable income projects for over 300 affiliate organizations in Davao Region. Government programs like E-CLIP and BDP provide crucial support.
FDC Misamis Power Corp completes riprapping and dredging of Soligao Creek, reducing floods and improving water quality. See how the Adopt-an-Estero program benefits Villanueva communities.
Eleven Rotary Clubs in Pampanga delivered noche buena packs, meals, and gifts to undernourished children in Barangay Maliwalu, Bacolor, as part of an ongoing 120-day feeding program.