The Department of Education (DepEd) has called for full and sustained funding to support the country’s recovery in learners’ literacy, in line with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s directive to ensure quality education for all. In a statement Tuesday, DepEd said it is prioritizing foundational learning and literacy recovery by aligning its resources and streamlining…
The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) will conduct nationwide public consultations on fare hike petitions following the Department of Transportation’s (DOTr) directive to address concerns raised by the transport sector. LTFRB Chair Vigor Mendoza II said the consultations must be held as soon as possible, instructing all regional directors to invite stakeholders in…
The National Bureau of Investigation–Intellectual Property Rights Division (NBI-IPRD) confiscated over ₱344 million worth of fake luxury items and counterfeit software in separate operations conducted in Pasay, Manila, and Pasig, the agency reported. In a statement, the NBI said that search warrants were executed on October 28 at four stalls in Baclaran LRT Shopping Mall,…
At least 58 people are reported dead in the wake of Typhoon Tino (Kalmaegi)as the it barrels west toward Vietnam. Among the casualties, six members of the military lost their lives when a helicopter assigned to a humanitarian mission crashed in the Agusan del Sur province on the island of Mindanao. The devastation is especially…
Filipino drivers can now enjoy wider access to AISIN’s growing range of reliable, OEM-quality automotive parts designed to keep vehicles running efficiently, safely, and smoothly. A proud member of the Toyota Group and a global Tier 1 supplier, AISIN has built a six-decade legacy of engineering excellence and innovation. Its precision-crafted components are trusted by…
A seasoned FMCG brand builder and start-up innovator, Punzalan will lead the growth of Haleon’s market-leading portfolio in the Philippines. Haleon, the consumer healthcare company behind trusted brands like Centrum, Sensodyne, and Robitussin, has appointed Maimai Madrid-Punzalan as general manager for its Philippine operations. She succeeds Jeffrey Go, who now heads Haleon Taiwan. Formerly known…
The Miss Universe Organization (MUO) has moved to defuse growing tensions surrounding the ongoing Miss Universe 2025 pageant in Bangkok after a heated confrontation during a pre-event activity sparked backlash online. In a statement released across its social media platforms, MUO reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining professionalism, respect, and safety for all delegates and staff…
In a major drug bust in Cagayan de Oro City, law-enforcement teams seized approximately 17 kilograms of shabu — with a street value estimated at ₱115.6 million — and arrested two suspects on Tuesday. The operation, carried out in Barangay Kauswagan by personnel from the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) and the Police Regional Office…
Picture waking up to the golden light of Bacolod mornings, strolling through tree-lined avenues toward a cozy neighborhood café, or watching your children walk safely to school—all without leaving your community. This is everyday life reimagined at Saludad, PHINMA Properties’ first masterplanned township in Bacolod, proudly designed with Bacolodnons and for Bacolodnons. Saludad is not…
The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) is currently confirming the reported 52 fatalities following the impact of Typhoon Tino (international name Typhoon Kalmaegi), the agency announced Wednesday. According to its latest situation report, 50 of the deaths occurred in Region 7 (Central Visayas), and 2 in Region 8 (Eastern Visayas)—a number that…