P500 Noche Buena Budget Forces Simpler Christmas in Philippines
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.
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.
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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.
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!
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.
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.
New Cebu Archbishop Alberto S. Uy emerges as a national anti-corruption voice, challenging both officials and the public to self-reflect. His powerful message at a November 30 prayer rally urges accountability and compassion.
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.
Police Regional Office 6 reports significant declines in total crime, index crimes, and peace & order incidents for November 2025. PRO 6 Chief Brig. Gen. Ligan credits police work and community support. Read the full report.
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.
Mandaue City Police Office (MCPO) is declared champion of the EMPO 2025 Challenge, scoring 98.53%. Director Col. Cirilo Acosta Jr. credits strong leadership and teamwork for the win.
Mandaue City Police Office triumphs in the Enhanced Management of Police Operations (Empo) 2025 Challenge. Discover how their data-driven strategies earned a 98.53% score.
Tennis star Alex Eala and volleyball captain Bryan Bagunas will lead Team Philippines as flag bearers at the 33rd SEA Games opening ceremony in Thailand. Discover the story behind this historic choice.
Philippine Producer Price Index growth eased to 0.3% in October 2025, pulled down by electronics and food. Discover the key drivers and what it means for inflation.
Rising car prices and economic worries push Americans to buy used cars and extend loans. The EV market slumps after a key tax credit ends. Discover the full impact on consumer spending.
Philippine National Police confirms nationwide protests on November 30, 2025, remained peaceful with 90,000 participants. Read about the successful security operations.