Controlling inflation remains the topmost concern of 63 percent of Filipinos, according to the second quarter Pulse Asia survey. Taken from June 19 to 23, 2023, the survey showed that the top concern remained unchanged from the first quarter of the year. Controlling inflation–the rate of increase in the prices …

With the recent elevation of the Quiapo Church into a national shrine, the Philippines now has a total of 29 national shrines spread across the country. Minor Basilica of San Lorenzo Ruiz (Facebook) Pilgrims and tourists traditionally visit these religious treasures for their historical, cultural and spiritual significance. Aside from …

THE Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB) has ruled that there is “no sufficient basis” to ban the movie “Barbie” for allegedly featuring China’s nine-dash-line over the South China Sea. In a letter addressed to Sen. Francis Tolentino, the MTRCB revealed its findings and provided insights into its …

What’s the plan for Kai Sotto? This was the common question of many Filipino fans as Kai Sotto again did not see action in Orlando Magic’s game against the Indiana Pacers on Tuesday (Manila Time) in the NBA Summer League 2023 at the Thomas & Mack Center, Las Vegas, Nevada. …

GILAS Pilipinas shifts its preparation for the 2023 FIBA World Cup into high gear come August as it flies to China for a five-day pocket tournament. The national squad arrived in Manila on Monday after spending more than two weeks in Europe where the team played six tune-up matches against …

Just as how Filipinos can be seen all over the world, Philippine agriculture isn’t just limited to our country’s borders. The versatility and adaptability of Filipino farmers and vegetables are proven by an OFW gardener who has an abundant garden at the rooftop of his home in Doha, Qatar. Forty-four-year-old …

Food security in our country has always relied upon the backbreaking toil of our farmers. Yet, throughout our history, protecting them has proven easier said than done. However, on July 7, 2023, a significant moment occurred in Malacañan as the President signed Republic Act 11953, also known as the New …

A police force that overreaches its authority and encroaches upon the rights of individuals and businesses fosters an environment of fear and distrust. The Philippine National Police-Anti-Cybercrime Group, or PNP-ACG, seems predisposed to taking shortcuts, and Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla, fresh from a heart bypass, was livid about it …

Japan has vowed to strengthen security partnerships with the Philippines and other like-minded nations such as the United States and Australia to maintain peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region. During the 69th anniversary of the Japan Self-Defense Forces (JSDF), Japanese Ambassador to the Philippines Koshikawa Kazuhiko emphasized the importance …

PRESIDENT Ferdinand Marcos Jr. maintains his trust and confidence in Lorenzo “Larry” Gadon despite the many issues hounding the recently appointed Presidential Adviser on Poverty Alleviation. The Chief Executive made the reiteration after formally swearing Gadon into office late Monday afternoon. Photo from Larry Gadon (Facebook page)  In a brief …