BSP holds interest rate in surprise off-cycle meeting
MANILA — The Philippine central bank decided to keep its policy rate at 4.25% during a surprise off-cycle meeting on Thursday and said its monetary policy would focus on second-round...
Special discounted beep cards will be temporarily discontinued. Here’s why
The management of beep cards said that its special discounted concessionary cards for students, senior citizens, and persons with disabilities (PWD) will be discontinued...
Cardinal urges trust over control as St. Charbel relic visits Manila Cathedral
Cardinal Jose Advincula urged Catholics to choose trust over control Wednesday as the pilgrim relic of St. Charbel Makhlouf visited Manila Cathedral. Speaking during Mass...
‘So so so honored’: Liza Soberano expresses gratitude for role in DreamWorks’ ‘Forgotten Island’
Actress Liza Soberano shared an appreciation post following the trailer release of the Hollywood animated feature film "Forgotten Island," in which she voices one...
Philippines suspends spot power sales as Iran war sends prices soaring
SINGAPORE — The Philippines suspended electricity sales on the Wholesale Electricity Spot Market until further notice on Thursday due to fuel supply risks and price volatility...
Milestone moment: Young Aeta makes Pampanga history with medtech license
History was made in Pampanga as 22-year-old Aeta Rolan Popatco Jr. achieved a milestone, becoming the first licensed medical technologist from his community in...
Vatican elevates Calapan to diocese; Cuevas named first bishop
Pope Leo XIV has elevated the Apostolic Vicariate of Calapan to a diocese and appointed its current apostolic vicar, Moises Cuevas, as its first...
Rundown: Most booked travel spots for Pinoys in 2025, where they’re headed in 2026
Filipino travelers continued to favor familiar destinations in 2025 while looking to explore nearby regional hotspots in 2026, according to a study commissioned by...
‘Walking to work?’: Video of commuters along Commonwealth Avenue draws attention
Are Filipinos really walking to work due to "gas shortages," as claimed by a social media user? An online user on X (formerly Twitter) posted...
Woman pleads not guilty to attempted murder of singer Rihanna
LOS ANGELES — A Florida woman pleaded not guilty on Wednesday to the attempted murder of singer Rihanna after authorities said she fired gunshots at the Grammy-winning...
‘Ahead of her time’: ‘Ang Tanging Ina N’yong Lahat’ clip on securing free oil...
A clip from the comedy film "Ang Tanging Ina N'yong Lahat" featuring Ai-Ai delas Alas' character securing oil from suppliers in the Middle East...
Philippines launches P20 billion fund to boost fuel security
MANILA — The Philippine energy ministry said on Thursday it is activating a P20 billion ($333 million) emergency fund to strengthen fuel security amid continued volatility...
‘Pera na siya’: ‘Bakla-baklaan’ trend as monetized content critiqued online
A trans filmmaker weighed in on the ongoing debate around “bakla-baklaan” in online content, saying its growing presence in digital platforms reflects a long...
Asia looks to COVID-era playbook to tackle fuel crisis
Asian nations scrambling to respond to fuel shortages
South Korea considers work-from-home policies
Philippines reduces work week for some public offices
Japan, Australia,...
Patrons saddened as Korean grocery store to close standalone shops
Some Filipinos expressed disappointment over the pending closure of the standalone branches of a Korean grocery store, which had become a go-to spot for...