MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine bond market grew more slowly in the second quarter, even as local yields declined and bucked the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas’ (BSP) ongoing rate-hiking cycle, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) said. In its latest “Asia Bond Monitor” report, the Manila-based multilateral lender said outstanding local currency bonds, excluding debt securities with

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Education (DepEd) thanked the House of Representatives for approving its proposed P975.96 billion budget for 2027, which accounts for 13.55 percent of the P7.2-trillion national budget. “We deeply appreciate the House of Representatives’ strong commitment to education and the leadership of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. in advancing the

MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Alan Peter Cayetano accused the Philippine Reclamation Authority (PRA) of “selective justice” in enforcing rules on reclamation projects. He questioned why the PRA issued a cease-and-desist order against a project in Taguig but not the Laguna Lake Shore Road Network (LLRN). “Ongoing now is a massive [Department of Public Works and

LUCENA CITY — The iconic floating bamboo rafts, or “balsa,” of Lian town in Batangas, are being developed as a local tourist attraction through a sustainable tourism training program launched by the Department of Tourism (DOT)  in Region IV-A and the municipal government. The “Sustainable Balsa Tourism Development” training program, which runs from Sept. 21

Japan’s B.League tipped off its 2026-27 season on Tuesday, launching a revamped structure for professional basketball in the country. Aiming to become the world’s No. 2 basketball league behind the NBA in both revenue and quality of play, the B.League has introduced a salary cap to level the playing field while abolishing performance-based promotion and

MANILA, Philippines — The Office of the Ombudsman said their fact-finding probe on the so-called “ghost internet” in the government free WiFi program will center around the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT).  DICT, for its part, said it welcomes the anti-graft body’s inquiry, noting that it maintains a policy of zero tolerance against

MANILA, Philippines — The late Batanes Rep. Ciriaco Gato was able to leave a positive impact on legislation as he brought to the House of Representatives a perspective that comes from a caring physician. House Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III made the statement on Tuesday as the chamber condoles with the family of Gato, who died

MANILA, Philippines — Sibol opens its gold medal quest for the Philippines in the Naraka: Bladepoint and Puyo Puyo Champions in the Asian Games 2026 esports competitions starting on Wednesday at Aichi Sky Expo. Richard Espejo, Von Teñoso, Kenneth Perez, and Joaquin Paclibar will lead the Philippines’ Naraka: Bladepoint team, with Paclibar also competing in

CALUMPIT, Bulacan — Residents of this flood-prone Bulacan town marched in the streets over the weekend to demand full transparency as public works crews proceed with flood control infrastructure that were tied to anomalies last year.  Zul Kifli Magat, spokesperson of the movement Tindig Calumpitenyo, led a 1,500-strong rally on Sunday (September 20); marking the

SAN FRANCISCO, Agusan del Sur — Agusan del Sur 2nd District Rep. Adolph Edward Plaza is pushing for a nationwide soil strategy to boost agriculture through state universities and colleges (SUCs). Plaza brought together agriculture officials, scientists, and academic leaders at the Batasang Pambansa complex on Tuesday to explore a collaborative framework that would link

MANILA, Philippines—Jose Rizal University halted College of St. Benilde’s hot start in Group A of the NCAA Season 102 men’s basketball tournament after hanging tough in the stretch to pull out a 73-69 victory at San Juan Arena on Tuesday. Laurence Mangubat finished with 20 points and Chris Hubilla was also big in the stretch

MANILA, Philippines — DragonFi Securities Inc. has secured regulatory sandbox approval to offer Philippine investors access to select global stocks and exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Tycoon Edgar Sia II’s DoubleDragon Corp. announced on Tuesday that it had gained admission to the Securities and Exchange Commission’s Strategic Sandbox, or Stratbox, in accordance with Memorandum Circular No. 9,

VALENCIA CITY, Bukidnon — Security measures have been heightened across schools in Bukidnon’s 20 municipalities and two cities following a recent shooting rampage in South Cotabato that left three dead and six injured. Capt. Shiela Joy Jangad, Bukidnon Provincial Police Office spokesperson, told the Inquirer on Tuesday afternoon that police increased visibility in various campuses.

MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang on Tuesday reminded gun owners to exercise extra caution in securing their firearms following a series of school shooting incidents that left several people dead and injured. On Sept. 18, at least three students were killed in a shooting at Banga National High School in South Cotabato. One of the fatalities was

MANILA, Philippines — An aviation security personnel lost his job for P5,000. Stating that integrity is non-negotiable in public office, the Supreme Court’s (SC) Second Division through Associate Justice Marvic M.V.F. Leonen said it did not find any reversible error on the part of the Court of Appeals in affirming the findings of the National

MANILA, Philippines — Detained Sen. Rodante Marcoleta on Tuesday explained the Iglesia Ni Cristo (INC)’s silence over his imprisonment, saying that the Church’s lack of reaction or comment must not be construed as “indifference, weakness, or diminished resolve.” According to the senator, “the INC is under no obligation to publicly react to, or even comment

MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang believes the Office of the Ombudsman’s investigation on the alleged “ghost internet” scheme should go on. The scam reportedly involves the free Wi-Fi projects of the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT). Palace press officer Claire Castro on Tuesday said all those responsible for any misuse of public funds must be

MANILA, Philippines — A motorcycle rider was arrested for allegedly fleeing a police checkpoint and later found carrying an unlicensed firearm and live ammunition in Las Piñas City, according to the Southern Police District (SPD).  The SPD identified the suspect as alias “Romel,” a 31-year-old male residing in Barangay CAA, Las Piñas City.  READ: 3

MANILA, Philippines — Transportation Secretary Giovanni “Banoy” Lopez on Tuesday said the government is continuing efforts to ease the impact of rising fuel prices amid woes in the transportation sector.  READ: OIL PRICE WATCH as of Sept. 22, 2026 Lopez said that the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board’s hearing on the pending fare hike

The Philippines has collected four medals at the 2026 Asian Games as of Tuesday, September 22, highlighted by Jean Claude Saclag"s silver medal in the men"s traditional -65kg event.

READ: Follow Inquirer Sports’ special coverage of the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026 MANILA, Philippines — Kayla Sanchez narrowly missed the podium in the Asian Games 2026 women’s 100m freestyle final on Tuesday at Tokyo Aquatics Centre. Sanchez ranked third after the first lap but finished fourth in 53.65 seconds, falling short of the bronze medal

MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang on Tuesday maintained that no one is above the law amid questions over Vice President Sara Duterte’s business interests. The Palace’s remarks came after Securities and Exchange Commission records showed that Duterte remained a director and shareholder of a private company after assuming office in 2022. READ: SEC records: Sara Duterte stayed

READ: Follow Inquirer Sports’ special coverage of the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026 MANILA, Philippines–Andres Aldeguer scored a late penalty to give the Philippine men’s U-23 football team a 2-1 win over Kuwait on Tuesday to end its Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026 campaign on a high note at Minato Soccer Field. Aldeguer came through with the

The Philippines now has four medals at the 2026 Asian Games as of Tuesday, September 22, with Jean Claude Saclag delivering the country"s first silver medal.

MANILA, Philippines — Philippine stocks fell again on Tuesday as renewed concerns over the economy, elevated oil prices and a weak peso dampened investor sentiment. The benchmark Philippine Stock Exchange Index (PSEi) shed 0.50 percent, or 29.23 points, to close at 5,814.56. READ: BMI cuts 2026 PH growth outlook to 3.3% on infra woes READ:

The fishing town of Nemuro depends on Russia for trade. But it’s also leading a fight to win back islands seized by Moscow in World War II.

MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang on Tuesday said it cannot yet commit to a fare increase for public utility vehicles, as well as provincial and city bus operators, amid the continued rise in fuel prices. Citing Transportation Secretary Giovanni Lopez, Palace Press Officer Claire Castro said the government is exploring other measures to help drivers and transport

MANILA, Philippines – Forty percent of farmers are not listed in the government’s database for agricultural workers, Pampanga Rep. Anna York Bondoc said on Tuesday, urging them to register to qualify for government assistance amid rising fuel costs. Bondoc, who is defending the Department of Agriculture’s (DA) spending plan for next year, said that the

JAKARTA, Indonesia — Regional energy leaders are pushing to realize the $764-billion power grid as they call for stronger ties between nations in Southeast Asia amid rising electricity demand. Warit Rattanachuen, deputy governor of the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand, said members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) have been beefing up their

PAGADIAN CITY, Zamboanga del Sur – Transforming a century-old mat weaving tradition into a sustainable, eco-friendly enterprise, the second-class municipality of Kumalarang, Zamboanga del Sur, is positioning itself as the Regional Natural Dyeing Hub in the Zamboanga Peninsula. Through a strategic convergence between the Local Government Unit (LGU) of Kumalarang and national government agencies, local