The Trade Union Congress of the Philippines calls on President Marcos Jr. to urgently pass a P200 daily wage hike, citing alarming hunger and poverty data from SWS. Act now for Filipino workers.
The National Wages and Productivity Commission clarifies the minimum wage review process for Davao and Bicol is on schedule, with public hearings set. Get the latest updates on the proposed adjustments.
Davao City residents face soaring electricity rates at P11.72/kWh due to high WESM prices and new gov't charges. Learn why transmission cost cuts weren't enough and get energy-saving tips.
TRB approves NLEX toll adjustments effective Jan 20, 2026. Get details on new rates for Class 1, 2, and 3 vehicles and learn about mitigation programs.
ACT-Davao urges the government to release the unpaid balance of the 2025 Service Recognition Incentive. Teachers received only partial payment, violating DBM's deadline. The group also criticizes fund veto affecting thousands of workers.
Jetti Petroleum forecasts fuel price increases due to overseas geopolitical tensions. Diesel may rise by PHP1.80-PHP2/L, gasoline by PHP1-PHP1.20/L. Details inside.
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.
Major oil companies in the Philippines announce price hikes for gasoline, diesel, and kerosene effective Tuesday, January 13, 2026. Get the latest details on the adjustments.
Northern Negros faces a P0.19/kWh rate hike as consumer group Access endorses a Negros Power-Noneco joint venture to improve services. Learn about the plan for reliable electricity.
Revelations of congressional bonuses ignite fury as minimum wage earners battle soaring prices. Calls for accountability grow louder. Read the full story.
Gasoline and diesel prices increase in the Philippines starting Tuesday. Seaoil and PTT announce hikes, marking a reversal for gasoline and a third consecutive weekly rise for diesel. Get the latest updates.
Congressional bonuses and high salaries face public fury as ordinary Filipinos grapple with soaring prices and stagnant wages. Calls for accountability grow louder. Read the full story.
Motorists face another round of oil price increases starting January 13. Get the latest figures for gasoline, diesel, and kerosene and learn how to manage your fuel budget.
Cebu's 2026 budget drops 52% to P11.9B, yet health, disaster response, and legislative offices receive significant increases. Governor Baricuatro trims 'bloated' spending.
Davao City Water District explains the necessity of a phased 30% water rate increase to sustain service. Critics warn of added burden on households. Full details inside.
The Philippines' BOI approved ₱1.56 trillion in investments for 2025, marking the second-highest level in its history and generating over 40,000 jobs. Discover the leading sectors and regions driving this growth.
The Teachers' Dignity Coalition celebrates 2025 advocacy wins, including school calendar reversion and health breaks. It now urges unity for a P15,000 salary increase and other key demands in 2026.
The first oil price adjustment for 2026 takes effect Tuesday, January 6. Diesel and kerosene prices rise, while gasoline sees a slight rollback. Get the full details here.
Mandaue City Government phases in a 10% business tax adjustment, applying 5% in 2026 to aid recovery from recent calamities. Learn how this affects local enterprises.
Mandaue City implements only a 5% business tax increase in 2026, deferring the full hike to 2027 to help firms recover from recent disasters. Learn how this decision affects local commerce.
Mandaue City starts a 5% business tax increase in 2026, with another 5% in 2027. Officials cite legal mandate and aim to balance revenue needs with business relief. Learn how this affects local enterprises.
Over 755,000 domestic workers in the Philippines benefit from 2025 wage increases. Discover which regions raised pay and by how much.
Filipino wrestling fans can stream WWE on Netflix starting January 1, 2026. Get all the action from Raw, SmackDown, and major events like WrestleMania. Watch now!
A new Colliers survey reveals Filipino consumers use both online and physical stores, with clothing top for e-commerce and medicine for malls. Discover key trends shaping retail.
Oil companies announce a PHP0.60 per liter increase for diesel and kerosene starting Dec. 30, reversing last week's rollback. Gasoline prices remain unchanged. Learn the reasons behind the hike.
Lapu-Lapu City's Job Order personnel receive a P60 daily wage increase to P528, with backpay from January 2025. Learn how this ordinance supports workers amid rising costs.
Ischaemic heart disease remained the leading cause of death in the Philippines from Jan-June 2025, per PSA data. Learn the top 5 killers and what they mean for public health.
Lapu-Lapu City Government job order personnel now earn P528 daily, a P60 increase. Eligible workers will receive differential pay from Jan 1 to Nov 30, 2025. Learn more about this boost for local workers.
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.
The DMW says 3,000 job orders now meet the new $500 minimum wage for Filipino domestic workers, with Malaysia and Hong Kong leading adoption. Read the latest updates.