Luzon heavy rains: Floods and class suspensions hit Northern provinces
Luzon heavy rains continue to soak several provinces as September begins. The monsoon season brings persistent downpours to Northern and Central Luzon. Residents are dealing with rising water levels in various communities today. Tropical Storm Pilandok…
Flood control budget faces intense Senate scrutiny
The Senate is now scrutinizing the flood control budget worth P107 billion after recent severe storms. Lawmakers want to know why massive flooding still occurs despite these high costs. Public anger rose after Metro Manila submerged during the last…
AI Regulation Standards Impact Global Tech Development
Nations are now adopting strict AI regulation to manage emerging digital tools. Lawmakers want to protect citizens from potential software harms. These new rules target high-risk systems specifically. Companies must prove their software is safe before…
Forced labor tariffs: US Imposes 12.5% Tax on Philippine Exports
US President Donald Trump imposed forced labor tariffs on 60 trading partners. This list includes the Philippines. The new policy increases the tax on imported goods. It targets countries the US suspects of using forced labor. The US believes these…
Ayungin Shoal Clash Sparks Diplomatic Row Between Manila and Beijing
The Philippines and China summoned each other’s ambassadors following a recent Ayungin Shoal clash in disputed waters. Both nations traded accusations over the maritime incident. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. strongly condemned the actions of the…
Strait of Hormuz: Four Philippine ships exit safely with 81 crew members
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) confirmed the safe passage of four Philippine ships through the Strait of Hormuz. These vessels carried a total of 81 Filipino seafarers. They successfully navigated the volatile waterway without any reported…
Duterte impeachment pretrial proceeds as prosecution pushes for BIR evidence
The Duterte impeachment pretrial moves forward as the House prosecution panel requests to open a specific BIR box. Prosecutors state this action serves the interest of justice. They believe the box contains records related to the Vice President’s…
Food Safety: A Collective Effort for Public Health
Food safety is now a global priority and a shared responsibility. Experts believe that everyone must participate in maintaining high standards. This collective effort protects public health and strengthens local economies. The World Health Organization…
Strategic Trade Partnership: Philippines and Vietnam Enhance Bilateral Ties
Philippine President Bongbong Marcos welcomes Vietnamese leader Tô Lâm to Manila this week. This high-profile state visit aims to strengthen the strategic trade partnership between the two nations. Officials at the Malacañang compound displayed national…
Duterte ICC trial set for November 2026 start
The International Criminal Court (ICC) officially scheduled the Duterte ICC trial for November 30, 2026. Trial Chamber III issued this directive regarding the case of former president Rodrigo Duterte. The case involves alleged crimes against humanity…
