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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 extends hand for unity in post-election message

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Tuesday thanked Filipinos for ensuring the successful conduct of the 2025 midterm elections, describing it as “both a celebration of continuity and a call to act on the real challenges our people face.” “Maraming salamat sa bawat Pilipinong bumoto (Thank you to every Filipino who voted),” the President said in a statement. “Once again, our democracy has renewed itself—peacefully, orderly and with dignity.” Mr. Marcos expressed readiness...

Romualdez formally retains seat as Leyte representative

House Speaker Martin Romualdez was officially proclaimed Tuesday as the winning candidate...

Philippine military deploys troops, resources for Kanlaon relief ops

The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) announced Tuesday the deployment of...

Basura 2025: NGO flags trash-fueled midterm polls

Politicians and their voters did not just make their voices heard on...

Brilliant Brunson and Knicks leave Celtics on brink

New York (AFP) -- Jalen Brunson scored 39 points as the New...

PPCRV explains delay in election reports, cites data discrepancy

The Parish Pastoral Council for Responsible Voting (PPCRV) said it faced unexpected...

Blue wave in Malabon continues as Sandoval gets fresh mandate

Malabon City Mayor Jeannie Sandoval received a fresh three-year term as local...

Lakas-CMD clinches 104 seats, still most dominant party in House

Under the leadership of Speaker Martin Romualdez, the Lakas-Christian Muslim Democrats (Lakas-CMD) has secured...

Familiar names, faces back in power for Metro Manila

Incumbent local government officials, members of political clan, and prominent figures won in the...

Vico Sotto wins Pasig mayoral race by landslide

Reelectionist Pasig Mayor Vico Sotto on Tuesday secured his third consecutive and final term...

Comelec to proclaim winning senators by weekend

The Commission on Elections (Comelec) is expected to proclaim the winning 12 senators for...

TOP STORIES

Basura 2025: NGO flags trash-fueled midterm polls

Politicians and their voters did not just make their voices heard on Monday—they also...

Go, Aquino lead in Senate race

Partial tally shows Akbayan, Duterte Youth, Tingog top party-list choices Six Alyansa candidates, two PDP-Laban...

Isko, Rody, Leni win mayoralty races

Partial and unofficial results from the Commission on Elections (Comelec) showed old names in...

At least 9 killed on election day; Comelec, PNP: ‘Still peaceful’

At least nine people were killed and several others were wounded in election-related violence...

NEWS

Comelec to proclaim winning senators by weekend

The Commission on Elections (Comelec) is expected to proclaim the winning 12 senators for...

Chel Diokno trends as Akbayan leads party-list race

Filipinos on Monday evening through Tuesday took to social media to welcome the partial,...

Romualdez formally retains seat as Leyte representative

House Speaker Martin Romualdez was officially proclaimed Tuesday as the winning candidate for representative...

Philippine military deploys troops, resources for Kanlaon relief ops

The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) announced Tuesday the deployment of around 200...

PPCRV explains delay in election reports, cites data discrepancy

The Parish Pastoral Council for Responsible Voting (PPCRV) said it faced unexpected technical issues...

AirAsia cancels 4 flights due to Kanlaon eruption

AirAsia Philippines announced the cancellation of four domestic flights after the Philippine Institute of...

VIDEOS

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OPINION

Corruption kills

Prompt: Generate a political cartoon in horizontal format of a heavily armed vehicle that looks like it belongs to...

Good governance, accountability

THE votes cast for the mid-term local elections, held Monday nationwide, are nearly completely...

COLUMNISTS

The Bessang Pass battle, a signal victory

“The Battle of Bessang Pass is not too widely known nowadays, but it to...

Jailed in The Hague, ruling Davao

“Electing a mayor detained for alleged crimes against humanity mocks accountability” RODRIGO Duterte, former Philippine...

2025 Senate election crucial for post-2028 economy

The outcome of yesterday’s Senate election could not be more crucial for Vice-President Duterte....

Unity in Philippine politics

“Almost every succeeding chapter in our political history thereafter was marked by personal ambition...

Vote to move forward, not back to crisis

“Let this not be another election defined by blind loyalty, personality cults, or fear” The...

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NATIONAL

Philippine military deploys troops, resources for Kanlaon relief ops

The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) announced Tuesday the deployment of around 200...

AirAsia cancels 4 flights due to Kanlaon eruption

AirAsia Philippines announced the cancellation of four domestic flights after the Philippine Institute of...

Kanlaon volcano spews ash over a mile into the sky

Manila, Philippines—A volcano in the central Philippines erupted early Tuesday morning, sending a massive grey...

San Juanico Bridge now restricted amid vulnerabilities

The iconic San Juanico Bridge is now subject to enhanced restrictions following recent assessments...

WORLD NEWS

Verdict expected in Depardieu sex assault trial

PARIS—A Paris court is to deliver a verdict Tuesday in the sexual assault trial...

Clashes in Tripoli, gunmen leader killed

TRIPOLI, Libya—Violent clashes between rival armed groups rocked the Libyan capital Tripoli on Monday...

Ecuador: 1,500 troops deployed to Amazon

QUITO, Ecuador—Ecuador’s Ministry of Defence on Monday said it had deployed 1,500 troops to...

US, China de-escalate trade war, agree to reduce tit-for-tat tariffs for 90 days

“Both sides showed a great respect” The United States and China announced Monday an agreement...
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BUSINESS

2026 BUDGET.

The regional offices (ROs) of the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) hold budget...

Pilipinas Shell vows to sustain oil business

Pilipinas Shell Petroleum Corp. will continue to defend and grow its oil business in...

Power rates set to go down in May—Meralco

Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) said Tuesday consumers will experience a significant reduction of P0.7499...

Axelum taps First Gen’s clean power

Axelum Resources Corp., a leading fully integrated manufacturer and exporter of premium coconut food...

ON THE ROAD

Luxury Made More Sustainable PHEV Mercs have arrived

Mercedes-Benz has officially brought in their first batch of plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV)...

Ford’s tough workhorses get a sporty upgrade

Ford Philippines boosts both its Ranger and Everest lineup with the addition of their...

ENEOS brings the Carnivale to Okada Manila with Super Sprint Series Rd. 3

The third round of the ENEOS Super Sprint Series, presented in collaboration with Okada’s...

ACMobility Reshuffles Honchos

The Ayala Group’s mobility arm has announced organizational changes and new leadership appointments effective...

SPORTS

Mavericks win NBA Draft Lottery, eye college star Flagg

Los Angeles (AFP) -- The Dallas Mavericks won the top pick in the NBA...

Brilliant Brunson and Knicks leave Celtics on brink

New York (AFP) -- Jalen Brunson scored 39 points as the New York Knicks...

Navarrete rematch with PH challenger Suarez inevitable

BOXING fans are up in arms following Filipino challenger Charly Suarez’s controversial loss to...

Gauff lauds Eala’s chill attitude, hard work

COCO Gauff admires Filipina sensation Alexandra Eala’s shrewdness on the clay courts of Foro...

ENTERTAINMENT

Immersed in the experience at Aurora Music Festival

I have been to a few music festivals before, but there’s always something exciting...

A divine dose of heavenly humor

Isang Komedya sa Langit throws comedy, fantasy, and drama into the mix to create...

‘PBB’ to bring back ex-housemates for the first-ever ‘Big Comeback’

Just when the audience thought the drama was over, “Pinoy Big Brother Celebrity Collab...

Liza Soberano turns heads at Gold House Gala 2025

Liza Soberano made a stunning appearance at the 2025 Gold House Gala, held May...

LIFESTYLE

Virgin at 20

‘VLFXX: Hinog’ presents new narratives ripe for the picking The Virgin Labfest (VLF), the Philippines’...

Empowering minds through affordable and accessible reading

Books have long been a gateway to imagination, knowledge, and connection. For many, every...

Own a piece of art with 5G router featuring national artists’ works

Works by Philippine National Artists Vicente Manansala, Carlos “Botong” Francisco, Larry Alcala, and Abdulmari...

Rediscovering Fernando Amorsolo through Ayala Museum’s immersive exhibit

As the country’s first National Artist, Fernando Amorsolo is often remembered for his light-filled...

SPOTLIGHT

Global icons land in Cebu:

Discover these must-have lifestyle brands only at SM SM Supermalls welcomes a dynamic lineup of...

New fashion brands find a Home at SM’s Cebu Malls

A fashion shift is taking place in Cebu as SM Supermalls welcomes a lineup...

A New Era of Dining in Cebu

SM Supermalls brings first-in-Cebu culinary experiences to life Cebu’s dynamic food scene is evolving—and SM...

Lugang Café Lands in Cebu, Ushering a New Era of Firsts at SM Supermalls

Lugang Café opens, with more global flavors on the horizon Cebu City, Philippines — SM...

LGUs

PNP vows justice for slain cop in Pangasinan

The Ilocos Police Regional Office (PRO-1) on Monday, May 12, condemned the killing of...

Bataan gov among top-rated leaders in youth survey

Bataan Governor Joet Garcia has been named one of the country’s top-performing provincial leaders...

Feared crime gang leader slain in clash with troops

GOVERNMENT forces have reportedly neutralized a “notorious criminal gang leader” during an encounter in...

P1.5-m illegal drugs seized at Port of Clark

THE Bureau of Customs (BOC) has intercepted a package containing cocaine and ecstasy pills...

TECH

Empowering the next generation: Acer Edu Summit APAC 2025 on AI & Digital Learning

BANGKOK, THAILAND — Acer hosted its inaugural Acer Edu Summit Asia Pacific 2025, a...

Cool kitchen, happy moms: How to organize your fridge like a pro

In addition to summer vacations, Mother's Day is another celebration this May. The kitchen...

Globe Connectivity Visionary Awardee Buds Wenceslao: Elevating urban spaces with digital infrastructure

In an era where fast and reliable connectivity is no longer a luxury but...

Is HONOR launching an AI tablet? HONOR Pad X9a boasts of key upgrades

The Ultimate AI Tablet for Students and Professionals is Coming Soon! The global technology leader...

CRAVINGS

Mat Nam: 1st Southeast Asian ‘Culinary Class Wars’ chefs pop-up

Your Local has rolled out Mat Nam (“Where the Flavor Meets”) – an exclusive...

Fine Robusta isn’t just on the rise — it is the future

Award winning, single origin, bright and fruity. These are words that aren’t exclusive to...

Pancake House brings the comfort of home this summer

There’s nothing quite like the taste of home—warm, familiar, and always comforting. This summer, Pancake...

A ‘Culinary Showcase’ from the heart, for a heartfelt cause

Most hotels dazzle their guests by pulling out the big guns -- seasoned chefs...

ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY

Private firms urged to lead climate efforts

The private sector must step up efforts and lead the fight against climate change...

Globe, volunteers spearhead Boracay beach clean-up drive

Globe Telecom Inc. joined Boracay’s conservation efforts through a beach clean-up drive at Barangay...

Aparri marine research hub boosts ‘blue economy’

APARRI, Cagayan—A new marine scientific research hub in northern Luzon is seen to become...

Indigenous peoples are sidelined again in global climate fight, UN report warns

As the planet heats up and the push to decarbonise gathers pace, indigenous peoples...

PETS

Walk for strays: Saving lives through awareness

Awareness is key to saving a life. Through stories in social media and mass...

The cool truth: Are ice chips safe for your pet?

The question of whether or not to offer ice chips to pets is a...

Can dogs eat cat food?

Many pet owners have likely caught their dog sneaking bites from the cat’s food...

Rescue A Stray, Save A Life

Saving a stray animal is not easy. The good news is: there are many...

POP LIFE, EVENTS, BYAHERO & GALLERY

The Mayor’s vote

Mayor Jerry Treñas casts his vote at Luis Mirasol Memorial School in Iloilo City....

Fisherman and the lake

As the setting sun drapes this panoramic view of Pililla, Rizal, a fisherman with...

New TESDA board member

Labor Secretary Bienvenido Laguesma administers the oath to Mary Go Ng, newly appointed board...

Come as you wear

Re-electionist council member Vladimir Cayabas clad in his Ifugao tribal attire and a member...

FOREIGN EXCHANGE

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  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...