S'pore to issue preventive measure notices to seven Indonesian firms linked to haze

Defense Secretary Gilberto “Gibo” Teodoro slammed the apparent threat from the Chinese envoy to the Philippines, saying his department is currently studying the statement.

TACLOBAN CITY — Northern Samar mourned the death of Raul Daza, a political titan who served the province as governor and congressman for decades, with local leaders honoring his legacy of public service, democratic principles, and contributions to the province’s development. Daza, 91, died on Monday, Oct. 12, after a lingering illness, his family announced

The Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) has revealed the Mindanao politician tagged in the attempted smuggling of shabu from Laos to the Philippines: former Bangsamoro Parliament member Edrieza Rimbang. But who is Rimbang?

MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Friday vowed to strengthen the Philippine Coast Guard’s (PCG) capabilities and readiness amid increasingly complex maritime challenges, as he urged its personnel to remain steadfast in their service. Marcos made the commitment during the PCG’s 125th founding anniversary celebration at South Harbor in Manila. “And so as

TACLOBAN CITY — The barangay chairman of Libtong-Dako in Naval, Biliran, was shot dead in the early hours of Friday after he went with his younger brother to confront a man who allegedly had been throwing stones at their residence, police said. The victim, identified as Junrey Ancero, 48, was found lying on the ground

COTABATO CITY— Bangsamoro Interim Chief Minister Abdulraof Macacua on Thursday welcomed President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s affirmation of Bangsamoro autonomy, including its democratic institutions and political processes. “This principled position powerfully affirms the autonomy rightfully earned through decades of struggle, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment to peace,” Macacua said in a statement after the President congratulated the

The Senate Finance Committee approved Friday the proposed budget of the Department of Education (DepEd) for fiscal year 2027, subject to the discussion and submission of requested documents.

MANILA, Philippines — The camp of Vice President Sara Duterte on Friday accused the Marcos administration of using the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) to persecute her politically, calling the bureau’s findings on her alleged misdeclared properties a “shameless smear campaign.” Duterte’s spokesperson, Salvador Paolo Panelo Jr., questioned NBI Director Melvin Matibag’s decision to publicize

The Ayala chairman wants an 'honest conversation' on Philppine investments and talks teamwork to a roomful of rivals at Makati Business Club's sapphire anniversary

The Senate Electoral Tribunal (SET) on Friday denied the motion for reconsideration for the dismissal of the quo warranto petition seeking the removal of Senator Erwin Tulfo from office due to his supposed citizenship issues.

LEGAZPI CITY — Two jail facilities in Camarines Norte will install water treatment facilities under a government partnership to improve access to safe drinking water for persons deprived of liberty (PDLs) and jail personnel. The three-year Project Aqua will provide a water treatment system, a drinking water station, and a backup generator for the Labo

Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian on Friday accepted the apology of House lead prosecutor Representative Gerville Luistro of Batangas for the wacky photos taken by the prosecution panel inside the session hall, but maintained that a warning will still be issued against them.