A new PIDS study forecasts moderate GDP growth for the Philippines in 2025-2026 but warns of risks from global trade, peso volatility, and governance. Can reforms secure upper-middle-income status?
Zamboanga City's disaster office raises blue alert status for the holidays. Officials are on standby; residents urged to unplug Christmas lights when out. Hotlines provided.
Police Regional Office 7 escalates to full alert status for November 30 Trillion Peso March 2.0 protest and holiday travel. Enhanced security measures implemented across Central Visayas.
Lapu-Lapu City raises alert to Blue, suspends classes as Tropical Depression Verbena triggers Signal 1. EOC activated for emergency response coordination.
Cebu officials and civic leaders unite in support of Dupax Del Norte's municipal status, highlighting collaborative governance and community development initiatives.