MANILA, Philippines — The graft case filed against Department of Health (DOH) Secretary Teodoro Herbosa is “undergoing evaluation,” according to Assistant Ombudsman Mico Clavano. Herbosa and three other DOH officials were named in a nine-page complaint over alleged bid-rigging in the procurement of mobile primary care facilities (MPCFs) worth P1.8 billion. READ: Herbosa, 3 other

MANILA, Philippines — The Sandiganbayan has reversed its previous ruling convicting a former Philippine National Police (PNP) official of a graft charge in the “ghost repairs” of 28 light armored…

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police (PNP) on Wednesday reminded its police officers who are also vloggers to “be mindful” of their use of artificial intelligence (AI) in videos.

MANILA, Philippines — Sagip party-list Rep. Paolo Henry Marcoleta’s query about the House impeachment proceedings prompted Rep.

MANILA, Philippines — The ethics complaint against Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa due to his supposed absenteeism may be dismissed as there is a ‘no work, no pay’ rule in the Senate. This possibility was confirmed by Senate panel on ethics and privileges chairperson JV Ejercito during a press briefing on Wednesday. “If outright, we

Philippines President Marcos has put a stop to a proposed transport fare hike, likely in response to public concerns over rising costs.

Several colleges and universities in Manila, Philippines, have announced a shift to online classes on March 19 due to nationwide transport strikes protesting ongoing oil price hikes, which are linked to the escalating military conflict.

The Philippine Senate is proposing the establishment of a government-owned crude oil tank storage facility amidst rising fuel prices due to Middle East tensions.

MANILA, Philippines — Spearheaded by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., the Department of Education (DepEd) recently conducted the Yaman ng Kalusugan Program (YAKAP) at Kalinga Caravan at Marcelo B. Fernan-Polambato Elementary School in Bogo City to bring essential medical services directly to learners, teachers and the school community. The initiative, a joint project of the Philippine

The Department of Education (DepEd) in the Philippines has spearheaded the delivery of new Learning Continuity Spaces (LCS) at the Davao del Norte Regional Sports Academy, expanding efforts to provide disaster-ready classrooms.

The Philippine National Police (PNP) is preparing for a possible increase in robbery and theft cases, acknowledging that rising prices could lead to a spike in such crimes.

MANILA, Philippines — Several lawmakers have called on Navotas Rep. Toby Tiangco to substantiate his allegations that some lawmakers want Vice President Sara Duterte impeached because they cannot avoid accountability if she becomes president, with one urging him to name names. In a press briefing on Wednesday, Bicol Saro party-list Rep. Terry Ridon said that it

MANILA, Philippines — After the death of an allegedly bullied student with disability in Quezon City, the National Council on Disability Affairs (NCDA) called on the government agencies concerned to strengthen their anti-bullying policies. In a statement sent to the Inquirer on Wednesday, the NCDA underscored that bullying is a problem, particularly for students with

MANILA, Philippines – President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is steadily establishing his legacy as an “education president,” Speaker Faustino “Bojie” G. Dy III said, as the House of Representatives on Monday approved on third and final reading two measures expanding government support for Filipino students. Dy said the passage of the bills signals commitment of Congress

MANILA, Philippines – The Senate committee on ethics and privileges will soon review a total of nine ethics complaints, including a case against past and present senators, Sen. JV Ejercito said on Wednesday. Ejercito, who heads the panel, told the media that he and his colleagues shall begin the case review after their rules have

MANILA, Philippines — The Civil Society Network for Education Reforms (E-Net Philippines) urged the government to review its measures against bullying following the death of an alleged bullied…

The Philippines' labor market began 2026 with a troubling outlook, as nearly 3 million Filipinos are unemployed and millions more are in unstable jobs, prompting labor groups to call for an urgent shift in government employment policy.