The Philippine Commission on Women (PCW) has emphasized that genuine women’s empowerment should not be measured solely by financial independence but must also recognize personal agency, dignity, and the economic value of unpaid care work. In observance of the United Nations International Day of Care and Support on October 29, the commission called for greater…
The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) will summon the operator of a modern jeepney that was caught on video experiencing mechanical problems along a road in San Jose del Monte City, Bulacan, raising concerns over vehicle maintenance and roadworthiness. Acting LTFRB Chairman Greg Pua said the agency would issue a show cause order…
MANILA – Swimmer Jamesray Mishael Ajido and wushu artist Angel Polo will kick off the Philippine campaign at the 4th Youth Olympic Games (YOG) in Dakar, Senegal on Sunday. Ajido sees action in the third of four heats of the men’s 100-meter butterfly at 10:54 a.m. (6:54 p.m., PH time) at Complexe Tour de l’Ceuf…
Police arrested two of the National Capital Region’s most wanted individuals in separate operations in Manila on October 29, 2026, over murder and rape charges, the Philippine National Police (PNP) reported. The suspects, ranked No. 1 and No. 9 on the regional most wanted persons list for November 2026, were apprehended through coordinated operations involving…
Youth organizations, students, environmental advocates, and local stakeholders joined forces to plant 500 mangrove seedlings in Aringay, La Union, on Saturday, October 31, 2026, as part of efforts to protect coastal ecosystems and strengthen environmental resilience. The mangrove planting activity was held at Sitio Cocoville, Barangay Dulao, bringing together various organizations and government agencies committed…
MANILA – Far Eastern University finally conquered powerhouse National University after 13 years in the UAAP women’s basketball. Starring Amyah Espanol, the Lady Tamaraws shocked the Lady Bulldogs, 85-81, Saturday at Smart Araneta Coliseum in Quezon City. Espanol scored 27 points, including six in the final minute, to lead FEU to its fifth win in…
MANILA – National University (NU) skipper Lanz Zafra pulled off a 21-14, 15-21, 21-14 victory over Ateneo de Manila University’s Zeth Quiambao in the quarterfinal round of the UAAP Season 89 badminton individual event at Gameville Central Park in Mandaluyong City on Saturday. Zafra will face Shan Clar of University of the Philippines (UP) in…
The Philippines and Singapore have agreed to advance cooperation on cross-border electricity interconnections and the peaceful use of nuclear energy as part of efforts to strengthen energy security and diversify power sources. Energy Secretary Sharon Garin and Singapore Minister for Energy, Trade and Industry Tan See Leng exchanged Letters of Intent (LOIs) during the Singapore…
PNP MIMAROPA honors fallen police officers at 2021 ambush site in Occidental Mindoro Senior officials of the Philippine National Police (PNP) in MIMAROPA paid tribute to police officers killed in a 2021 ambush during a commemorative visit and candle-lighting ceremony in Magsaysay, Occidental Mindoro, on Saturday, October 31, 2026. Police Regional Office (PRO) MIMAROPA Director…
Police arrested a 20-year-old man facing five outstanding warrants for alleged carnapping offenses and his 23-year-old companion during an operation in Quezon City on Friday, October 30, 2026. The Philippine National Police (PNP) said the operation also resulted in the recovery of two firearms, ammunition, and a motorcycle believed to have been used by the…