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In the wake of years marked by financial scandals and international scrutiny, Malta is intensifying its drive to regain investor confidence. A sweeping agenda of business and financial reforms is now gathering pace, as the government, buoyed by fresh financing from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) and strong public demand for transparency, doubles down on … Read more
Justin Kobe Macario delivered a landmark victory for the Philippines at the 33rd Southeast Asian (SEA) Games in Thailand, securing the nation’s first gold medal of the competition in the men’s taekwondo individual freestyle poomsae on Wednesday, December 10. The 22-year-old rising star from the University of Santo Tomas achieved the top score of 8.200 … Read more
As public frustration over entrenched political dynasties intensifies in the Philippines, lawmakers face mounting pressure to pass long-awaited anti-dynasty legislation. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has added fuel to growing calls for reform by instructing Congressional leaders to prioritize passage of a bill officially banning dynastic rule—a provision enshrined in the 1987 Constitution but never realized … Read more
MANILA, Philippines — In a move that signals growing concern within Malacañang over persistent political abuses, President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. has urged Congress to expedite a set of four legislative reforms aimed at curbing dynasty-driven governance, tightening party-list qualifications, boosting fiscal transparency, and enhancing public oversight mechanisms. The push, formalized on December 9 during … Read more
MANILA, Philippines — In a high-profile bid to bring a fugitive lawmaker to justice, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on December 10 announced the cancellation of former Ako Bicol party-list representative Zaldy Co’s passport, intensifying efforts to locate and repatriate the ex-congressman amid sweeping corruption allegations linked to flood control infrastructure. Passport Revoked as Global Search … Read more
In a major stride toward digital modernization, Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation (RCBC) has officially partnered with Digital Edge to migrate its critical IT infrastructure to NARRA1, the largest carrier-neutral data centre in the Philippines. The agreement, formalized on 9 December 2025, serves as a cornerstone of RCBC’s 2026 digital roadmap, designed to bolster system resilience, … Read more
Investment activity in Malta has slowed dramatically, with new data showing a 48 percent drop in investments approved by the Board of Investments (BOI) over the first 11 months of 2025. The decline signals a shift in investor sentiment, particularly among local stakeholders, and raises concerns about the broader economic ramifications—ranging from slowed job growth … Read more
Gasoline prices across the Philippines surged by P1.20 per liter on December 9, 2025, marking a sharp increase that is expected to deepen the financial burden on consumers and rekindle nationwide concern over inflation and energy policy. The hike, implemented by key oil firms including Petron, Seaoil, Jetti, and PTT Philippines, underscores the country’s vulnerability … Read more
Gasoline prices in the Philippines rose by P1.20 per liter nationwide on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, marking the second successive weekly increase and adding further pressure to household budgets already strained by inflation. Major fuel retailers, including Jetti Petroleum, Seaoil, Petron, and PTT Philippines, implemented the adjustment at 6 a.m., while diesel and kerosene prices … Read more
In a bold bid to climb the Southeast Asian sporting ranks, the Philippines is dispatching its largest-ever delegation—a contingent of over 1,600 athletes and officials—to the 2025 Southeast Asian (SEA) Games in Bangkok and Chonburi, Thailand. The unprecedented move marks a strategic push by the country to expand its competitive footprint and bring home a … Read more
Chinese military forces fired three signal flares at a Philippine patrol aircraft flying near the contested Subi Reef in the South China Sea, in what Manila has labeled a provocative act amid soaring territorial tensions. The incident unfolded during a recent routine surveillance mission over the West Philippine Sea, a stretch of contested waters that … Read more
Philippine Airlines (PAL) is set to enhance its global long-haul operations with the deployment of two cutting-edge Airbus A350-1000 aircraft by December 2025, marking a decisive step in its ongoing fleet modernization strategy. The aircraft, procured through a long-term lease agreement with BOC Aviation, are expected to bolster the airline’s international competitiveness while aligning with … Read more
Citicore Renewable Energy Corporation has secured a Php 3.975 billion (approximately US$68 million) loan from the Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) to finance the construction of its newest solar energy facility in Pangasinan, the 113-megawatt Citicore Solar Pangasinan 2. The project is a key component of the country’s accelerating transition toward renewable power and … Read more
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. called on Filipinos to set aside their differences and work toward national healing, issuing a message on 8 December 2025 that urged collective reflection and prayer at a moment of social strain and political uncertainty. Tied to a major religious observance, the appeal placed unity at the center of the … Read more
MANILA — The Philippine National Police (PNP) has launched a sweeping nationwide crackdown on illegal Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs), executing thousands of operations in a bold move to dismantle a shadowy network of online gambling enterprises linked to human trafficking, cybercrime, and corruption. The law-enforcement blitz follows the passage of the Anti-POGO Act of … Read more
In a troubling escalation of violence against the Philippine press, a prominent radio broadcaster in Surigao del Sur was gunned down in broad daylight, prompting urgent calls for justice and intensified scrutiny of press freedom under President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s administration. Veteran Broadcaster Erwin Segovia Killed in Broad Daylight On July 21, 2025, Erwin Labitad … Read more
In a strategic show of force and cooperation, the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) completed their largest-ever joint military training program in August 2025. The 15-day exercise, dubbed Exercise Alon 25, brought together more than 3,600 personnel across land, air, maritime, and cyber domains, reinforcing a growing alliance … Read more
Widespread rainfall continues to sweep across much of the Philippines this week as the combined effects of the northeast monsoon, a shear line, and the lingering remnants of Tropical Depression Wilma disrupt daily life and displace thousands. Authorities have issued multiple weather warnings as flooding, landslides, and rough seas threaten vulnerable communities—particularly in Luzon, Visayas, … Read more
As the 33rd Southeast Asian (SEA) Games approach, the Philippine tennis team is set to make a determined push for podium placements, aiming to reinforce its status as a regional contender. The competition, which takes place from December 9 to 20, 2025, in Bangkok and Chonburi, Thailand, will challenge the squad to match and surpass … Read more
President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. has authorized the expansion of the West Cebu Industrial Park (WCIP) in Balamban, Cebu, a strategic move aimed at reinforcing the province’s status as a heavyweight industrial and manufacturing hub in the Central Visayas. Through Proclamation No. 710, signed on October 16, 2024, by Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin, the government … Read more