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16 Families Displaced in Pateros Fire as Metro Manila Blazes Spike
A pre-dawn fire in Barangay Sta. Ana leaves dozens homeless, raising urgent questions about fire safety in densely packed urban communities.

BIR Launches Tax Audit on Sara Duterte, Mans Carpio, and 9 Companies — What It Means
The Bureau of Internal Revenue has ordered letters of authority to probe the Vice President, her husband, and their businesses. Here’s what we know so far.

BOC Seizes P250 Million Shabu Hidden in Imported Light Bulbs at NAIA
Philippine authorities intercept a massive drug shipment, highlighting ongoing challenges in airport security

Digital TIN ID Now Live on eGovPH App: No More Plastic Cards for Filipino Taxpayers
The BIR's digital ID is finally here—accessible via the eGovPH app starting April 24, 2026. Here's how to get yours and what it means for millions of Filipinos.

Sabalenka Stunned by Baptiste in Madrid Open Quarterfinals: A Filipino Tennis Fan's Wake-Up Call
World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka suffers a shocking straight-sets loss to unseeded American Hailey Baptiste, shaking up the Madrid Open draw and offering lessons for Philippine tennis players.

Easterlies Bring Cloudy Skies and Isolated Rains Across PH — PAGASA Warns of Flash Floods
Metro Manila, Visayas, Mindanao brace for thunderstorms; heat index hits extreme caution levels in some areas

Meralco Bill Shock: More Pinoys Cry Foul Over Sky-High Charges Amid Economic Strain
Consumer groups and households demand transparency as electric bills surge, mirroring a global trend of utility anxiety

Deadly Camarines Sur Bus Crash: LTFRB Summons Operator, Suspends Operations
The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) cracks down on Mark-Eves Transit Corporation after a fatal accident in Sipocot, raising urgent questions about passenger safety and bus operator accountability.

UP Diliman Graduate Tops April 2026 Registered Electrical Engineers Licensure Exam
Full results released by PRC reveal top performers and school rankings from the April 2026 REELE exam

King Charles Tells US Congress UK-Philippines bond mirrors ‘special relationship’ amid Iran war divisions
British monarch’s rare address to joint session underscores shared democratic values, offering a model for Manila’s alliances

AI Resurrects Pompeii: Filipino Tech Experts Weigh In on Groundbreaking Discovery
Archaeologists use artificial intelligence to recreate the final moments of a man fleeing Mount Vesuvius nearly 2,000 years ago. What this means for history and tech in the Philippines.

UAEs OPEC Exit Bombshell: How Filipino Workers and PH Gas Prices Could Be Hit
The world's third-largest oil producer considers leaving the cartel. Here's what it means for Philippine fuel costs, OFW remittances, and the global energy landscape.

TESDA Breaks Ground on P200M Innovation Hub to Equip NCR Filipinos with Job-Ready Skills
The new Regional Training and Innovation Center in Quezon City aims to train 10,000 Filipinos annually in AI, robotics, and green technology, directly addressing the skills gap in Metro Manila.

Easterlies to Bring Cloudy Skies, Scattered Rains Over Parts of PH — PAGASA
State weather bureau warns of possible flash floods and landslides as easterlies continue to affect multiple regions including Metro Manila, Visayas, and Mindanao.

Bulacan Gov’t Silent for Days: What Really Happened in the NLEx ‘Road Rage’ Incident?
Bulacan Governor Daniel Fernando finally breaks silence after days of tight-lipped stance on alleged road rage with President Marcos' son — here's the full timeline.

Nigeria Attack Kills 29; Philippine Security Officials Monitor Similar Extremist Threats
Gunmen storm Adamawa communities during a football match, prompting Philippine authorities to reassess local counter-terror measures.

Bohol Drug Bust Nets P7.4M Shabu: 2 High-Value Suspects Arrested in Tagbilaran Operation
Authorities seize massive drug haul, targeting supply lines in Central Visayas amid intensified anti-drug campaign

Filipino MLBB Pro Teddy Finds Second Home in Esports, Eyes Global Glory Amid Ban Uncertainty
From uncertainty to stability: Dave "Teddy" Viaña turns Mobile Legends into a career, but the battle is far from over for Filipino esports hopefuls.

Why Filipino Drivers Flock to Manaoag for Car Blessings: Faith, Safety, and Tradition
Thousands of devotees line up at the Minor Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary of Manaoag each week to seek divine protection for their vehicles—a practice rooted in deep Catholic faith and Filipino culture.

LTFRB Targets Next Week Deadline for P2.5-B Fuel Subsidy Distribution to Filipino PUV Drivers
Online disbursement system readied as transport sector awaits financial relief amid rising fuel costs.