Health sector gets P448-B in 2026 budget, near UHC funding goal

MANILA – The Department of Health (DOH) on Friday said the approved 2026 national budget will significantly…

Health experts warn vs. RSV amid cooler weather

MANILA – Health experts on Friday urged the public to remain vigilant against influenza-like illnesses (ILIs), particularly…

DOH says PH ready vs. Nipah, urges public vigilance

MANILA – The Department of Health (DOH) on Wednesday assured the public of the country’s preparedness against…

BIR launches taxpayer service for CREATE MORE Act-registered biz

MANILA – Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) Commissioner Charlito Martin Mendoza on Tuesday underscored the importance of…

Spanish brandy partners with PH firm, penetrates local market

MANILA – Chalk up another victory for the local spirits scene as Spain-based brand Torres is officially entering the…

P2B in savings eyed from proposed submarine power cable project 

By Joann Villanueva MANILA – The government is expected to save around P2 billion annually from reduced…

Gov’t sets P1.4-B primary spending for Q1 to boost economy

MANILA – The government has set PHP1.4 billion in primary spending for the first quarter of 2026…

Sulu town declared gun-free, peace center community

ZAMBOANGA CITY – The municipality of Omar in Sulu was officially declared a gun-free area and peace…

New Dagupan City police director vows facility upgrade, hire more cops

DAGUPAN CITY – The new director of the Dagupan City Police Office on Friday vowed to hire…

DA-Bicol distributes farm inputs to Mayon evacuees in Albay

LEGAZPI CITY – The Department of Agriculture in Bicol (DA-5) has distributed farm inputs to evacuees in…