TPB Members’ Night 2025: Community in Action anchored its theme on responsible tourism. The Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Philippines transformed Solaire Resort North into a vibrant showcase of creativity and purpose as over 300 members gathered for the TPB Members’ Night 2025: Community in Action on November 18. With this year’s theme centered on creative…
ILOILO CITY — Eighty-two local government units from across the Philippines were hailed by the Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) as the country’s newest champions of disaster preparedness, asset protection, and resilient governance at the 2025 Seal of Protection Awards—held in Iloilo City for the very first time. In remarks delivered by GSIS Executive Vice…
ARTA expressed its full support for President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Wednesday as political tensions continue to grip the country, saying it remains firmly aligned with the Chief Executive’s decisions and long-term governance agenda. In a statement released on November 26, 2025, the Anti-Red Tape Authority emphasized that its loyalty to the President is…
The Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA) has released the updated list of the Top 10 Most Complained National Government Agencies (NGAs) and Government-Owned and -Controlled Corporations (GOCCs) for 2025, based on complaints recorded from 1 January to 31 October 2025. These entries came through ARTA’s official channels, including email, social media, the Public Assistance and Complaints…
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas has clarified that bank customers remain free to withdraw amounts exceeding P500,000 — or the equivalent in foreign currency — quickly and without unnecessary hurdles. Under BSP Circular No. 1218, Series of 2025, withdrawals made through traceable or non-cash channels such as checks, online transfers, or bank-to-bank transfers do not…
As winter grips Korea with icy winds and grey skies, the Philippines is stepping into the spotlight as a warm-weather escape made for travelers craving sunshine, serenity, and open-air adventure. With just a short flight separating the two countries, the Philippines is positioning itself as Asia’s next go-to winter destination where wellness, recreation, and value…
From Michelin to Terra Madre, the Philippines is stepping confidently into the global spotlight as Asia’s rising culinary capital. Fresh from the historic debut of the Michelin Guide in the country, the Department of Tourism is once again placing Filipino cuisine on the world stage by hosting the first-ever Terra Madre Asia and the Pacific,…
Jess & Pat’s is celebrating its 10th anniversary with the All the Good Things Music & Arts Festival on January 18, 2026, at 1:30 p.m., held at the UP National Science Complex Amphitheater. The festival will feature top Filipino artists, including Lola Amour, Clara Benin, Over October, The Ridleys, Kiyo, Sud, Toneejay, Sunkissed Lola, and…
After 36 years, Cubao’s iconic baking supplies store Chocolate Lover Inc., known for its castle-like facade, will close this December. The announcement came from owner Annie Carmona-Lim on November 18 via social media. Dubbed the “Chocolate Queen,” Lim shared,“Gusto ko lang pong ipaalam sa inyo na magsasarado na po kami. December 27, 2025 po ‘yung…
The Office of the Ombudsman is seeking the cancellation of former lawmaker Zaldy Co’s passport and the issuance of an Interpol red notice to facilitate his return to the Philippines. This comes a day after graft and malversation charges were filed against Co, several public works officials, and a construction firm over an allegedly “grossly”…