A genetic map of a humble marine species is reshaping how the Philippines could manage its coastal ecosystems—earning a national award and a ₱2 million research grant for the scientist behind it. A study decoding the genetic diversity of the…
Aiming to strengthen efforts against child exploitation and all forms of harassment, the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) and Child Rescue Coalition Inc. (CRC) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to protect children. NBI director, Atty. Melvin Matibag, recently…
The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) has raised its El Niño Southern Oscillation (ENSO) status to an “El Niño Alert,” signaling that a warm phase of the climate system is increasingly likely to develop by mid-2026 and…
The Supreme Court (SC) has affirmed its previous ruling that cyber libel prescribes one year from the time it is discovered. In a resolution written by Associate Justice Henri Jean Paul Inting, the SC En Banc denied the separate motions for reconsideration…
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) said its emergency cash assistance program can extend to middle-class Filipinos and minimum wage earners, signaling a shift in how the government is addressing the broader impact of rising fuel prices. While…
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has signed an executive order updating the Philippines’ investment regime, setting out sectors open to foreign participation and those subject to restrictions. Executive Order No. 113, dated April 13, amends the 12th Regular Foreign Investment Negative…
The World Bank has approved $600 million in financing to support a Philippine government program aimed at improving learning outcomes for more than 21 million students in kindergarten to Grade 10 and assisting about 770,000 teachers nationwide. The funding will…
Bilateral relations between the Holy See and the Philippines will reach their 75th anniversary on April 8, a milestone that underscores one of Asia’s longest-standing church-state relationships, shaped by shared history, faith, and social engagement. A commemorative Mass will be…
A decade after hackers siphoned off US$81 million from Bangladesh’s central bank, Dhaka’s envoy in Manila said the remaining funds laundered through the Philippines could still be recovered, as legal and criminal proceedings continue across multiple jurisdictions. Bangladesh Ambassador to…
Washington has approved a new envoy to Manila as the United States seeks to reinforce ties with one of its oldest allies in Asia. The Senate confirmed Florida businessman Lee Lipton as the next U.S. ambassador to the Philippines, replacing…
