Fuel Prices Surge Again: Gas Up P1.20, Diesel P0.60
Price hike hits Philippines: Gasoline up P1.20/L, diesel P0.60/L amid geopolitical tensions, straining transport and daily essentials.
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Monsoon and Shear Line Bring Rain, Flood Risk to Luzon
PAGASA warns of light rains from Amihan, shear line across Luzon and Visayas; flood and landslide risks hit soaked areas.
Rising Births Among Girls Under 15 Alarm Health Officials
Sharp rise in births among girls under 15 in the Philippines prompts urgent calls for parents to discuss sexuality and health risks.
Chinese Embassy Urges DFA to Curb “Irresponsible Remarks”
Chinese Embassy urges the Philippines to curb negative remarks amid escalating tensions over the West Philippine Sea and potential job losses.
Iran Open to Nuclear Compromises if US Lifts Sanctions
Iran hints at compromise in its nuclear talks with the U.S. ahead of crucial negotiations in Geneva, raising hopes for sanctions relief.
IOC T-Shirt With Nazi-Era Imagery Sparks Outrage
IOC defends Berlin 1936 Olympics shirt as backlash grows; German critics slam use of Nazi-era imagery in €39 limited release.
Cebu Pacific Flies 2.7M Passengers, Up 6.2% in January
Cebu Pacific flies 2.73M passengers in Jan 2026 as it expands routes, signaling strong demand despite slightly lower load factor.
Heavy Rains, Landslide Risk Hit Eastern Luzon Areas
PAGASA: Shear line, amihan bring heavy rains to Luzon, Visayas; flash flood and landslide threat rises
OWWA Expands Scholarships To 25,000 For OFW Families
OWWA opens 10,000 scholarship slots for OFW dependents, boosting total to 25,000 for 2026, easing education costs for families nationwide.
Dismembered Body Found in Binondo Drum, Homicide Probe Launched
Dismembered body found in Binondo drum raises alarm for public safety as police hunt for suspects in chilling homicide investigation.
Japan Releases Chinese Captain After Fishing Arrest
Japan releases Chinese fishing captain Zheng Nianli after brief detention in its EEZ, averting escalating tensions between China and Japan.
Filipino Skier Finishes 54th in Olympic Giant Slalom
Filipino skier Francis Ceccarelli finishes 54th in Olympic giant slalom, marking PH’s strong debut at Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Games
PPA Denies Congestion amid Metro Manila Port Pressure
PPA denies port congestion in Manila amid rising truck delays, warning against false fears of a price hike due to high container yard use.
Shear Line, Monsoon Drench Luzon and Visayas Regions
Shear Line, Amihan drench Luzon, Visayas with 100mm rain; PAGASA warns of flash floods, landslides in Metro Manila, Bicol, Samar.
President Marcos Automates Electricity Subsidy Enrollment
President Marcos orders automatic enrollment of 4Ps beneficiaries in the electricity subsidy program, easing access for millions of low-income families.
Mayon Volcano Erupts Again, Alert Level 3 Remains
Mayon Volcano’s minor eruption on February 15 prompts authorities to maintain Alert Level 3 and a strict 6-km danger zone, keeping local communities on alert.
UK Health Workers Get 3.3% Pay Rise Amid NHS Strain
UK health workers receive a 3.3% pay rise, impacting over 1.4 million amid rising NHS pressures and staffing shortages.
Letran Sweeps JRU to Stay Alive in NCAA Volleyball
Letran sweeps JRU in NCAA men’s volleyball, improving to 2–2 and staying in quarterfinal race amid tight Group B standings.
Hontiveros Urges Senate Review of Failing Sugar Laws
Sugar law review urged as prices stay high despite ₱2.5B in aid; Hontiveros warns system fails both farmers and 110M Filipino consumers
Heavy Rains Slam Southern Luzon, Visayas Through Wed
PAGASA: Shear line, amihan dump heavy rain over Luzon, Visayas; flood and landslide risk rises through Wednesday.