Bicam opens 2026 budget talks, livestreams proceedings for first time

By Wilnard Bacelonia | Philippine News Agency The Bicameral Conference Committee on House Bill No. 4058, or the proposed 2026 General Appropriations Act, formally opened its deliberations on Saturday at the Philippine International Convention Center in Pasay City. It marked the first time...

PCG: Filipino fishers injured from Chinese-fired water cannon off Escoda Shoal

By Brian Campued Three Filipino fisherfolk were injured after China Coast Guard (CCG) and Chinese maritime militia (CMM) vessels blasted water cannons against Filipino fishing boats (FFBs) near Sabina or Escoda Shoal in the West Philippine Sea on Friday. In a statement on...

Companies told: Don’t force workers to join party games, activities

By Ferdinand Patinio | Philippine News Agency The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has reminded companies that will hold Christmas parties and events to respect the beliefs, religion, and personal preferences of every employee. In a statement Friday, the DOLE said workers...

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Palace: Passing anti-political dynasty bill sans review ‘for optics’

By Ruth Abbey Gita-Carlos | Philippine News Agency Malacañang on Friday said rushing the passage of the anti-political dynasty bill without undergoing a thorough review is “for optics only.” The statement was issued in response to claims that not certifying the priority bill...