Economy

Marcos Defends Leadership Amid Economic Slowdown

01/22/2026

President Marcos insists on his leadership amid economic slowdown, urging critics not to jump to conclusions as inflation falls and growth stabilizes.

PIDS pegs PH growth at 5%, below gov’t target

01/17/2026

Philippine economy seen growing just 5% in 2025, PIDS warns, missing govt targets as infrastructure delays, governance risks slow gains.

PH National Debt Hits ₱17.65T, Exceeds 2025 Target

01/09/2026

The Philippines’ national government debt has surged to a historic peak, reaching....

Diesel, Kerosene Prices Hike ₱0.60/Liter Ending 2025

12/31/2025

Filipinos faced a stinging end to 2025 as oil companies raised the....

Fuel Prices to Drop up to ₱1.75/L Starting Dec 23

12/20/2025

Filipinos can expect a welcome Christmas gift at the pump as fuel....

A documentary editorial photograph captured mid-action on grainy 35mm film (ISO 1600) inside the crowded, humid confines of Manila's Obrero Public Market. A tense confrontation unfolds in a mid-shot frame as a stern government inspector, wearing a dark vest over a polo shirt and holding a clipboard, thrusts a paper "show-cause order" toward a distressed female vendor. The vendor, surrounded by piles of red onions and cuts of raw pork hanging from hooks, gestures defensively with begrimed hands, her face twisted in frustration and anxiety. Behind them, a uniformed Philippine National Police officer is partially visible, observing the scene amid a blur of marketgoers and stacked produce crates. Harsh, mixed artificial lighting creates deep shadows and lens flare, with noticeable motion blur capturing the urgency of the interaction. The background is densely packed and significantly out of focus, emphasizing the raw, chaotic atmosphere.

Manila Cracks Down on Food Price Gouging

12/18/2025

MANILA — Philippine authorities have launched an aggressive crackdown on wet market....

Taal Volcano Activity Persists, 390,000 Evacuated

12/11/2025

The Taal Volcano in the Philippines continues to display persistent eruptive activity,....

Marcos Urges Congress to Pass Anti-Dynasty Reforms

12/10/2025

MANILA, Philippines — In a move that signals growing concern within Malacañang....

Marcos Cancels Fugitive Lawmaker Zaldy Co’s Passport

12/10/2025

MANILA, Philippines — In a high-profile bid to bring a fugitive lawmaker....

Malta Investment Approvals Plunge 48% in 2025 Dip

12/09/2025

Investment activity in Malta has slowed dramatically, with new data showing a....

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