Manila – In the Philippines, the unexpected expansion of the economy in the third quarter of 2023 has led to a significant uptick in the local stock market and a strengthening of the peso. The Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) witnessed a notable …
Manila – The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) forecasts partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms across the Philippines due to the easterlies. In its early morning bu…
Manila – In a recent Senate session, the proposed budgets for the Office of the President (OP) and the Presidential Management Staff (PMS) for the year 2024 were successfully passed. Senator Sonny Angara, the sponsor of the budget proposals, defended t…
Maguindanao del Norte – Governor Abdulraof Macacua has called on newly elected barangay officials in Maguindanao del Norte to actively engage in resolving ‘rido’ (family feuds), labeling it as un-Islamic and detrimental to development. Addressing over …
In a significant development, the Philippine National Police (PNP) – Integrity Monitoring and Enforcement Group (IMEG) has arrested two active police officers and a former officer. The arrests, part of ongoing efforts to tackle internal corruption and …
Manila – The Philippine National Police (PNP) has reported a significant rise in election-related incidents (ERIs) following the Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE). PNP spokesperson Col. Jean Fajardo revealed in a press conference on Fr…
Mandaluyong City – A resident from Cavite has claimed the PHP147.3 million jackpot prize from the October 15 Super Lotto 6/49 draw. The Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) confirmed that the 46-year-old winner claimed his prize at their main o…
Manila – The Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) and the Philippine College of Criminology (PCCR) signed a memorandum of agreement on Friday to enhance their partnership in academic development, career placement, and research. BuCor Director General Gregorio…
Taguig City – Ireland has initiated its first high-level trade mission to the Philippines, recognizing the country as a significant market in Southeast Asia. The two-day Irish trade mission, led by the Bord Bia (Irish Food Board), is focused on enhanci…
Batangas City – A sports utility vehicle connected to the disappearance of Miss Grand Philippines 2023 candidate Catherine Camilon was recovered by police in Batangas City. Philippine National Police spokesperson Col. Jean Fajardo announced in a press …