KITAOTAO, Bukidnon — Driven by a surge in ecotourism development along the Bukidnon-Davao (BuDa) highway, local tax collections in this southern Bukidnon town have tripled over the past decade, reaching P16 million this year compared to just P5 million previously. Engr. Winnie Angit, Municipal Planning and Development Office (MPDO) coordinator, told the Inquirer on Wednesday

MANILA, Philippines — State witness and former Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Undersecretary Roberto Bernardo on Wednesday said Sen. Jinggoy Estrada supposedly approached him first to get an alleged P1 billion allocation for the so-called “leadership fund.” Bernardo made this revelation when he took the witness stand before the Sandiganbayan Fifth Division to testify

MANILA, Philippines–Ateneo captured the inaugural UAAP women’s badminton team event title under the new format, defeating National University, 3-1, on Wednesday at Gameville Central Park in Mandaluyong City. The Blue Eagles now have an early advantage in their bid for back-to-back crowns and a chance to close in on the University of the Philippines’ record

MANILA, Philippines — Manila Water Philippine Ventures (MWPV), the Non-East Zone subsidiary of Manila Water, continues to strengthen water supply resilience in North Luzon through proactive investments and operational measures undertaken by its operating units, Calasiao Water in Pangasinan and Metro Ilagan Water in Isabela. Pagasa has identified both provinces as vulnerable to dry conditions

MANILA, Philippines — Empowering the newly reorganized Judicial Integrity Office (JIO) to be able to conduct mandatory lifestyle checks, as well as calling for the deployment of specialized cyber threat units under the Office of the Judiciary Marshals (OJM) to safeguard the judiciary is among the priorities of Supreme Court Associate Justice Jose Midas Marquez

MANILA, Philippines — Choco Mucho coach Dante Alinsunurin gave Alina Bicar her due, with the setter spelling the difference in the Flying Titans’ 3-1 start in the 2026 PVL All-Filipino Conference Siklab Conference. It’s been years since the Flying Titans started this strong in a conference, and Bicar is one of the new players on

MANILA, Philippines—Cases of influenza-like illness (ILI) nationwide rose by 35 percent, following the usual seasonal pattern during the rainy months, the Department of Health (DOH) said. The DOH recorded 13,321 cases from Sept. 24 to Oct. 7, up from 9,896 cases reported from Sept. 10 to 23, according to its latest Ulat ng Ahensya report.

MANILA, Philippines — New Transport chief Vince Dizon on Wednesday shrugged off transport group Piston’s criticism of his reappointment as head of the Department of Transportation (DOTr). Dizon said that he was tasked to ensure the welfare of passengers, drivers and operators. On the sidelines of his inspection of bus terminals, the secretary was asked

MANILA, Philippines — The National Police Commission (Napolcom) will pursue administrative charges against a Pasig City police officer who allegedly pointed his service firearm at a vehicle while intoxicated at a gasoline station on Oct. 25. In a statement on Wednesday, Napolcom Commissioner Rafael Vicente Calinisan said that a formal complaint was already filed against

Vice Ganda said the Philippines is the only country in Asia to receive a second season of “LOL: Last One Laughing,” citing the strong performance of the comedy competition’s first installment as the show prepares for its return. “Siyempre, sobrang excited kasi ang trivia, ang Philippines lang ang binigyan ng second season sa whole Asia,”

SCHEDULE: UAAP Season 89  basketball tournament – second round MANILA, Philippines–Ateneo completed an elimination-round sweep of National University with a 69-65 win on Wednesday in the UAAP Season 89 men’s basketball tournament at Smart Araneta Coliseum. Jared Bahay and Kieffer Alas hit clutch 3-pointers as the Blue Eagles got back on a winning track while

MANILA, Philippines — Ayala Corp. seeks to buy back up to P19.5 billion worth of shares from public investors as it advances a planned deal with Japanese giant Mitsubishi Corp. On Wednesday, the group said it plans to launch a voluntary tender offer to buy 30.06 million common shares from all holders. READ: Mitsubishi to raise

MANILA, Philippines — The Quezon City government announces that the temporary lane closure along westbound Commonwealth Avenue will take effect until Thursday, Oct. 29. In an advisory, the local government said that it implemented a temporary closure to make way for the unloading and lifting of elevator and escalator for the Metro Railway Transit Line

COTABATO CITY  – The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency in the Bangsamoro Region in Muslim Mindanao (PDEA-BARMM) conducted surprise drug tests on public transport workers on Tuesday, Oct. 27, to ensure safety as commuters head to the provinces for Undas 2026. “Oplan Harabas” or “Drug Test Muna Bago Pasada” is a nationwide operation led by the

The move will block shipments from BGI, a major Chinese firm that U.S. officials allege is associated with forced labor and the abuse of minority groups.

PAGADIAN CITY, Zamboanga del Sur — Anti-narcotics operatives arrested a 47-year-old bookkeeper after seizing nearly P184,000 worth of illegal drugs and live ammunition. The apprehension and the seizure happened during an entrapment operation in Barangay Tiguma, Pagadian City, Tuesday night, October 27. The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency Regional Office 9 – Zamboanga del Sur Provincial

CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro — Farmers from Oriental Mindoro now have an additional outlet to sell their agricultural produce to Metro Manila consumers through a newly opened Kadiwa retail store managed by a local cooperative. The Jubilee Oriental Mindoro Consumer Cooperative operates the store at Phase 1, Jubilee East Ville, Barangay Bagong Silangan in Quezon City. The

Thirty-five percent of adult Filipinos are dissatisfied, while 30 percent are satisfied "that the prosecution of the impeachment case against Vice President Sara Duterte is being done in a just manner," according to a Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey released on Wednesday.

ST. PETERSBURG, Florida— Milwaukee was three outs from its first World Series title when Junior Camerino started the bottom of the 12th inning with a grounder to third. Thousands of Brewers fans who trekked to Tropicana Field to witness the long-awaited moment started to cheer. Not so fast. Third baseman Joey Ortiz bounced the throw,

MANILA, Philippines — For Caitlin Viray, coming back home to Choco Mucho was one thing. Finding her rhythm again after two years away was another. After spending three seasons with Choco Mucho, Viray moved to Farm Fresh, where she played throughout 2024 and 2025. Her return to the Flying Titans in early 2026 reunited her

ALAMINOS CITY, Pangasinan — The city government has imposed stricter regulations on junk shop operations, requiring them to meet environmental, sanitation, and safety standards. It also prescribed fines of up to P5,000 for various violations. Sangguniang Panlungsod passed City Ordinance No. 2026-12 on August 11, which Mayor Arth Bryan C. Celeste approved on Oct. 21.

MANILA, Philippines—Former Senate Sergeant-at-Arms Mao Ranada Aplasca on Wednesday submitted his counter-affidavit to the direct assault complaint before the Department of Justice (DOJ) in connection with the May 13 incident that led to gunshots being fired in the chamber. DOJ spokesperson Polo Martinez confirmed that Aplasca filed his counter-affidavit as one of three respondents in

LUCENA CITY — Laguna de Bay’s water level fell further to 11.99 meters on Wednesday, remaining below the critical-high threshold, according to the Laguna Lake Development Authority (LLDA). The lake’s water level stood at 11.99 meters as of 11 a.m., down from 12.03 meters recorded the previous day, LLDA said in an advisory.  The agency

MANILA, Philippines — Local stocks fell on Wednesday as higher oil prices and a weakening peso stoked inflation concerns, while elevated treasury yields dampened demand for equities. The benchmark Philippine Stock Exchange Index (PSEi) slid 1.87 percent, or 107.64 points, to close at 5,653.55. READ: Red hot inflation seen extending BSP hikes Michael Ricafort, chief economist

MANILA, Philippines–University of the Philippines will compete in the upcoming Asian University Basketball League (AUBL) under a new home-and-away format for the group stage. The Fighting Maroons will represent the Philippines against schools from Japan, South Korea, China and Mongolia. UP, which leads the UAAP Season 89 men’s basketball tournament with a 7-2 record, is

LUCENA CITY — At least 10 public utility vehicle (PUV) drivers in the Calabarzon region tested positive for illegal drugs during surprise drug tests conducted by the Land Transportation Office (LTO) at public transport terminals ahead of the Undas travel rush. In a report on Wednesday (October 28), the LTO in Region IV-A said one

MANILA, Philippines—A bus driver initially tested positive in a drug screening at the Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange (PITX) on Wednesday as authorities stepped up safety measures ahead of the All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day holidays. The driver, assigned to a bus bound for Bicol, was referred for confirmatory testing in accordance with screening

LUCENA CITY — The Quezon provincial government is conducting a province-wide cancer patient registry, which requires an assessment survey to determine the number and status of cancer patients and identify their healthcare needs. The initiative, launched by Gov. Angelina “Doktora Helen” Tan, a physician, is being carried out through the Provincial Health Office (PHO). “The

MANILA, Philippines — From transforming household waste into fertilizers and school chairs to turning discarded coconut husks and waterlilies into livelihood opportunities, the Villar Foundation has spent more than three decades promoting community-based solutions to environmental problems. Established in 1995 by former Senate President Manny Villar and former Sen. Cynthia Villar, the foundation’s environmental initiatives demonstrate

MANILA, Philippines — From transforming household waste into fertilizers and school chairs to turning discarded coconut husks and waterlilies into livelihood opportunities, the Villar Foundation has spent more than three decades promoting community-based solutions to environmental problems. Established by former Senate President Manny Villar and former Sen. Cynthia Villar, the foundation’s environmental initiatives demonstrate how proper