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The Tzu Chi Foundation has begun construction of its first hospital in the Philippines, transforming decades of free medical missions into a permanent center for affordable, compassionate healthcare aimed at underserved communities.
Marcos Turns to Tolentino as Labor Chief Amid Wage Pressures and Overseas Worker Concerns Mount
Former senator Francis Tolentino returns to government as acting DOLE secretary, stepping into one of the Marcos administration’s most politically sensitive posts amid rising wage demands, inflation pressures and growing concerns over overseas Filipino workers and regional employment disparities.
₱25 TRILLION. That’s the Price Tag for the Philippines to Dump Fossil Fuel for Good. But Are We Moving Fast Enough to Prevent the Next Blackout?
The Philippines is racing to add 20 gigawatts of renewable energy capacity to meet its 2040 clean energy goals. But behind ambitious auctions and trillion-peso investments lies a deeper struggle against bureaucracy, coal dependence and global fuel shocks that continue…
Resignation Won’t Save Sara: Why Her Impeachment Trial Must Go On
Even if Vice President Sara Duterte resigns, her impeachment trial will proceed. Prosecutors argue the Senate must still decide on perpetual disqualification, ensuring accountability and due process.
Senators Dismiss ICC Warrant vs. Bato—But Here’s Why That Claim Doesn’t Hold Up
Senators allied with Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa insist the ICC arrest warrant against him has no legal force in the Philippines. But international law, treaty obligations, and the ICC’s own confirmation of the warrant tell a different story. Here’s why…
Can the Philippines Arrest a Sitting Senator on an ICC Warrant? The Law Has a Path—But Politics Will Decide
The Department of Justice says Philippine law provides a possible legal pathway to act on an International Criminal Court warrant against Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa, citing statutory surrender under RA 9851 and extradition mechanisms—though enforcement depends on political and…
From Political Influencer to NBI Cell: The Arrest of Franco Mabanta and the Alleged ₱350-Million Extortion Plot
The arrest of political influencer Franco Mabanta has ignited a political firestorm, raising questions about online propaganda networks, digital power brokers and alleged extortion at the highest levels of Philippine politics.
Labor Day Heat Alert: 11 Areas Brace for Dangerous Heat Indices
Pagasa warns 11 areas may hit dangerous heat indices on Labor Day, with Dagupan City expected to reach a scorching 43°C.
ASEAN Rights Group Condemns Killings in Central Philippines, Calls for Independent Inquiry
A regional rights group denounces a deadly military operation in Negros Occidental that left 19 dead, including civilians, and urges an independent investigation.
No More Bets: The Civil Service Commission Now Bans Government Workers from Gambling—On or Off Duty. Why You Should Care.
The Civil Service Commission has imposed a sweeping ban on gambling for all government workers, extending restrictions beyond office hours and into private life.
Sarmiento Named Marcos Peace Adviser, Set to Guide Transition with Governance Lens
Veteran official Mel Sarmiento takes the helm of OPAPRU, bringing a governance-focused approach as the Philippines navigates a critical peace transition.
Why Filipino Parents are Diving in—Teaching Kids to Swim Sooner
From safety to confidence, more Filipino parents are enrolling children in swimming lessons early—turning a summer activity into a life-saving skill.
