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Philippines unemployment rate rose to 3.9% in March

The unemployment rate in the Philippines slightly picked up to 3.9 percent in March 2025 from 3.8 percent in February, but stayed at the...

PBBM wants Cabinet review done ASAP

Bersamin: ‘Cleansing’ won’t be arbitrary President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. wants the Cabinet performance evaluation to be completed as soon as possible amid the ongoing “cleansing” and recalibration following the disappointing results for the administration senatorial slate in the midterm elections. “You heard the President – he said it should be immediate,” Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin said. “As humanly possible, the evaluation is done one at a time. You cannot lump the Cabinet...

LIST: Marcos yet to respond to over 30 courtesy resignations

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has yet to publicly act on at least...

Duterte turf Davao City can thrive without national budget—VP Sara

Vice President Sara Duterte said the local government of Davao City, which...

Eau de cockroach? Jinggoy Estrada’s wife reports bad experience at Boracay resort

Precy Vitug-Ejercito, the wife of Sen. Jinggoy Estrada, on Friday took to...

Cabinet revamp: Lazaro to lead DFA, Loyzaga out of DENR

Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin on Friday announced leadership changes in three major...

Bersamin says Marcos’ rejection of his resignation shows trust, confidence

Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin on Friday confirmed that President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos...

Marcos keeps economic team, other Cabinet secretaries moved

Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin on Friday announced which Cabinet secretaries will be...

Comelec junks DQ petition vs. Erwin Tulfo for lack of merit

The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has dismissed a petition that sought to disqualify Senator-elect...

Bagong Henerasyon thanks Comelec for dismissing DQ case

Bagong Henerasyon (BH) party-list heaved a sigh of relief Friday after the Commission on...

Comelec ready to defend itself vs. Duterte Youth lawsuit

The Commission on Elections (Comelec) said it is ready to defend itself against the...

Comelec: 1.3m votes for senators invalid due to overvoting

The Commission on Elections (Comelec) reported Wednesday that around 1.3 million Filipinos had their...

TOP STORIES

PH’s Alerre bags Miss Aura International crown

The Philippines’ Krishan Pauline Alerre was crowned Miss Aura International 2025 during the finals...

Emerson Obiena clinches World Masters’ gold

Emerson Obiena, father of Filipino Olympian EJ Obiena, was the lone competitor in the...

LTFRB warns PUVs: No ‘double fare’ based on passenger’s size, weight

The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) on Saturday warned public utility vehicle...

Pag-IBIG Fund assets breaches P1.1-trillion mark in Q1

Pag-IBIG Fund’s total assets surged past the P1.1 trillion mark as of March 31,...

NEWS

DA, FDA fast-track animal vaccine rollout ahead of launch

The Department of Agriculture (DA), through the Bureau of Animal Industry (BAI), and the...

DA, DOT partner to promote food and farm tourism

The Department of Agriculture (DA) and Department of Tourism (DOT) have joined forces to...

PH Navy joins Japan Defense Expo, eyes tech upgrades

The Philippine Navy reaffirmed its commitment to regional security and defense modernization by participating...

Agents nab 3 South Koreans for illegal work in Cavite

Three South Korean nationals were arrested by Bureau of Immigration (BI) operatives for working...

Authorities report more firearms, banned items from airports

Airport authorities have confiscated over half a million firearms and other banned items at...

Sokor says concerned by China’s ‘no-sail zone’

Seoul -- South Korea has voiced concerns to China over its establishment of a...

VIDEOS

PRINT EDITION

OPINION

A prime problem

Prompt: Generate a political cartoon in horizontal format with a pen and ink texture tinted with colored markers. There is...

High notes for peace and solidarity

NEXT week will turn a different page in the West Philippine Sea, which witnessed...

COLUMNISTS

No room for slop

“So can AI do our jobs? Some aspects of it, yes. But the more...

Going beyond remembering the missing people of Marawi

“Families of missing people are lacking the required attention and support” WHEN I moved from...

‘Taiwan Independence’ fails once again at WHA

“The claims that 'Taiwan is excluded from the global health system' and that 'the...

Alyansa winners’ snub of victory celeb a message vs. Tiangco?

“Before charting a new course, the President must confront the uncomfortable truth: he may...

The winds of change

“I trust the next generation of voters and politicians, many of whom are my...

NATIONAL

PBBM to attend ASEAN Summit in Malaysia

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is set to leave for Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, today (Sunday)...

Palace challenges Dela Rosa to prove ICC harassment claims vs. retired cops

Presidential Communications Office chief Claire Castro on Saturday challenged Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa...

Cases of violence against children on steady decline, says DSWD

The number of violence against children (VAC) cases in the Philippines has been steadily...

Vlogger’s license remain suspended until bike is surrendered­—LTO

The Land Transportation Office (LTO) confirmed that the suspension of Yanna Motovlog’s driver’s license...

WORLD NEWS

North Korea detains three over warship launch accident—KCNA

Seoul, South Korea—North Korea has detained three people over an accident that occurred during the...

Sokor says concerned by China’s ‘no-sail zone’

Seoul -- South Korea has voiced concerns to China over its establishment of a...

Trump admin sets foreign student ban on Harvard

New York—Donald Trump's administration has revoked Harvard University's ability to enroll foreign nationals, putting...

US tariff tensions test ASEAN leaders

Kuala Lumpur—Southeast Asian leaders will express deep concern over US President Donald Trump's tariff...
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BUSINESS

Future young farmers get support from Okada

In a bid to empower the next generation of agricultural leaders, Okada Manila has...

Philippines rejoins INDEX Dubai to expand global footprint in design

Strengthening its presence in strategic global markets, the Philippines returns to INDEX Dubai, the...

Xinyx Design launches LABS to boost local IC design talent

In past years, fabless IC design company Xinyx Design conducted campus caravans across the...

ON THE ROAD

Zeekr brings in their own Alphard challenger

Zeekr held the official PH launch of their Electric Luxury MPV - the 009...

Li Auto Opens First Southeast Asian Showroom in BGC

Chinese Automaker Li Auto opened its first showroom in the country and in SouthEast...

Honda Unveils All-New PCX160

A Leap in Premium Scooter Design and Technology Honda Philippines, Inc. (HPI) recently launched The...

Takeshi Kobayashi is New Honda PH (Two Wheels) President

Honda Philippines, Inc. (HPI) commences with the appointment of Mr. Takeshi Kobayashi as its...

SPORTS

Taduran defends IBF title with split decision win, eyes unification

Pedro Taduran showcased sheer grit and relentless aggression as he successfully defended his IBF...

How Keon is shaping the future of Laoag athletics

Michael Keon has long been recognized for his instrumental role in nurturing Filipino athletes...

Thrilling finish as Salaño edges Flores in Sante Barley Trilogy Run Asia Manila Leg 2

Richard Salaño nosed out Eduard Flores by a close margin as he ruled the...

Autobot Offroad PH conquers Nueva Ecija

Autobot Offroad Philippines, the premier modification, accessories and maintenance shop for 4x4, off-road, and...

ENTERTAINMENT

Gabbi Garcia says she’s ‘nowhere near done’

Actress-host Gabbi Garcia has renewed her ties with GMA Network, marking more than a...

‘What hafen, Vela?’

Viral impersonator Cristopher Diwata finds second wave of fame “What hafen, Vella?” You’ve seen him....

Six MMFF films to see on Netflix

The 50th Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) showcased a diverse array of Filipino films,...

‘CIA with BA’: Can OFWs receive P20,000 from OWWA after a finished contract?

Financial assistance from OWWA to OFWs depends on more than just completing a contract...

LIFESTYLE

Confidence served fresh

Confidence matters because it helps you trust yourself, take risks, speak up, and recover...

A celebration of everyday comfort

Finding small joys in everyday essentials is a habit many Filipinos have embraced —...

Students develop art-based values education materials for public schools

Multimedia arts students from De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde have introduced Sinibatao, a...

New hotel concept rooted in culture and design

Chroma Hospitality, the group behind Crimson Hotels & Resorts and Quest Hotels, has launched...

SPOTLIGHT

DJI launches agriculture drones in the Philippines to enhance precision farming practices

Transforming Philippine agriculture: DJI Agriculture introduces high-precision drone technology for farmers Manila, Philippines – DJI...

Pag-IBIG Fund Assets Reach ₱1.1 Trillion as of Q1 2025

Pag-IBIG Fund’s total assets surged past the ₱1.1 trillion mark as of March 31,...

It’s PotCor-firmed: Niana Guerrero is the New Face of your Favorite Flavored Fries

Potato Corner is cranking up cravings by tapping viral dance sensation Niana Guerrero as...

Absolut Vodka SPRITE and Loisa Andalio Invite You to Embrace the Unplanned

The premium alcoholic ready-to-drink mix is now your new go-to for spontaneous hangouts that...

LGUs

Metro Manila crimes down 23% in six months—NCRPO

The National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) recorded a 23.13% drop in focus crimes...

266K displaced by floods in Maguindanao—NDRRMC

A total of 266,340 people have been displaced in Maguindanao provinces due to heavy...

Aragones vows aid after Sta. Cruz public market fire in Laguna

LAGUNA—Governor-elect Sol Aragones rushed to the Sta. Cruz public market on May 23 after...

RTC favors Taguig in territorial tug-of-war against Makati City

A TAGUIG City trial court has granted a writ of preliminary injunction, allowing the...

TECH

realme 14 Pro 5G: Premium experience without the flagship price tag

realme has once again made a splash in the midrange smartphone market with the...

AI rise: New tools make PR work smarter, faster

THE landscape of public relations is undergoing a rapid digital transformation, with Artificial Intelligence...

JoyRide committed to keep passengers, riders safe

IN the Philippines, three things remain constant: death, taxes and traffic. The last one...

EastWest lauded for tech-powered transformation in HR

EastWest has been awarded a Gold Stevie Award for Excellence in Innovative Use of...

CRAVINGS

A European Feast at the City of Firsts Italian evenings, Mediterranean Sunday lunches at Food Exchange Manila

If your palate craves the warmth of rustic Italian cuisine or the sun-kissed zest...

Dinner for a cause: Indulge in a Filipino buffet while giving back to the community

If you want to experience a Filipino buffet curated by Executive Chefs from 10...

Your next ‘pao-borito’: Chowking’s new fried siopao

Chowking is shaking things up by bringing a bold and crave-worthy addition to its...

Mega Sardines: The 1st sardine brand worldwide classified as ‘superfood’

Mega Sardines has always been an innovator. The first to introduce easy-open cans. The...

ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY

DENR, Nestlé tackle plastic waste recycling

The Department of Environment and Nautral Resources (DENR) and Nestle Philippines are leading an...

Reuse campaign materials—DENR

With the country’s mid-term elections concluded, Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Secretary...

Ajinomoto unveils sustainable uniforms from discarded bottles

Ajinomoto Philippines Corp. (APC) launched its newest initiative: the rollout of eco-conscious uniforms for...

Baguio enforces environment laws

BAGUIO CITY—The Baguio City Police Office (BCPO) is boosting the implementation of laws protecting...

PETS

Verbal communication in the human-animal bond

The bond between humans and their animal companions has existed for millennia, evolving from...

The fascinating phenomenon of pets imprinting on their human parents

First of two parts. Imprinting, a term commonly associated with birds, particularly during their early...

Expanding waistlines: Obesity in cats and dogs

Obesity is a condition characterized by excessive accumulation of body fat, a growing concern...

Can dogs eat zucchini?

Zucchini, a summer squash packed with nutrients and low in calories, is popular in...

POP LIFE, EVENTS, BYAHERO & GALLERY

Let the games begin

Girl power

Women paddlers power through Manila Bay during Saturday’s dragon boat race, showcasing strength and...

Cool off

Residents of Marikina City cool off during the annual Lubluban Festival on Saturday. Organized...

‘Furries de Mayo’

Fur parents dress their pets in colorful costumes for this year’s ‘Furries de Mayo’...

FOREIGN EXCHANGE

in PHP
  Australian Dollar35.7
  Swiss Franc62.8
  Euro59.7
  British Pound68.9
  Hong Kong Dollar7.26
  Japanese Yen0.38
  American Dollar56.8
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EXAM RESULT

January 2025 Licensure Examination for Architects Results

Complete list of successful examinees in the licensure examination for architects. Roll of Successful Examinees...

List of Successful Examinees for 2024 Bar Exam Results

Supreme Court of the Philippines ManilaLIST OF SUCCESSFUL BAR EXAMINEES2024 Bar ExaminationsFollowing is the...

2020-2021 Bar Exam results

List of successful examinees ABABA, Jayson R.ABAD, Elmer II H.ABAD, Joshua Quintin I.ABAD, Neldren J.ABALAYAN,...

Architect Licensure Examination Results (January 2022)

The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) announces that 1,370 out of 2,205 passed the Architect Licensure Examination (ALE) given...