Estonian Vlogger Arrested in Dumaguete for Harassment
Estonian vlogger Siim Roosipuu arrested in Dumaguete for harassment, overstaying visa, and violating local laws amid crackdown on foreign content creators.
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Over 160 Christians Abducted During Nigerian Sunday Services
More than 160 Christian worshippers were abducted during Sunday services in Nigeria, raising alarm over security and religious persecution.
Storm Ada Hits Bicol, Leaves Two Dead, Thousands Flee
Tropical Storm Ada weakens, but floods linger in Bicol. Signal No. 1 lifted after 2 deaths, mass evacuations and storm surges hit Catanduanes.
DOE scraps P24B solar deals tied to Rep Leviste
DOE cancels Solar Philippines contracts, slaps ₱24B penalty on Leviste firm, axing 11,000MW and risking power shortages nationwide.
Saddle Row Shuts Down After 8 Years in Rockwell
Saddle Row in Rockwell Makati closes permanently, highlighting rising rents and challenges for premium retail in Metro Manila.
PNP Launches Massive Hunt for Fugitive Atong Ang
The Philippine National Police (PNP) has launched a sweeping nationwide manhunt for businessman Charlie “Atong” Ang, accused as the mastermind behind the kidnappings and homicides of dozens of sabungeros—cockfighting enthusiasts—between 2021 and 2022. With non-bailable charges filed against him, the PNP on January 16, 2026, issued a stern warning cautioning the public against offering shelter … Read more
PH National Debt Hits ₱17.65T, Exceeds 2025 Target
The Philippines’ national government debt has surged to a historic peak, reaching ₱17.65 trillion as of November 2025, surpassing the Marcos administration’s full-year projection. The swift climb, driven by intensified domestic and external borrowings, has raised alarms among economists and policymakers over the country’s shrinking fiscal space amid looming mid-term elections. Debt Surges Beyond Year-End … Read more
Dueñas Vice Mayor Dies After Accidental Gunshot Wound
A tragic accident during the New Year celebrations claimed the life of Aimee Paz Lamasan, the Vice Mayor of Dueñas, Iloilo. On December 30, 2025, an accidental discharge of her 9mm pistol at her residence in La Paz, Iloilo City severely wounded her, leading to her death the following day despite emergency medical intervention. The … Read more
Bacolod Awards P437M Waste Contract Amid Probe
Bacolod City recently averted a potential holiday garbage crisis by awarding a ₱437 million waste management contract to a newly formed Luzon-based consortium known as I-SWIMS. This decisive maneuver, however, has sparked debate over the transparency of the city’s procurement process due to the rapid disqualification of the previous contractor and the swift approval by … Read more
5 NPA Rebels Killed in Camarines Sur Firefight
Government troops engaged in a fierce firefight with suspected New People’s Army (NPA) rebels in Camarines Sur, resulting in the deaths of five insurgents amid ongoing efforts to eradicate remaining rebel fronts in the region. The latest encounter underscores the Philippine Army’s commitment to intensify internal security operations across the Bicol area before the year’s … Read more
US Boosts Military Presence in Puerto Rico Amid Caribbean Tensions
The United States has significantly escalated its military presence in the Caribbean, with recent sightings of U.S. Air Force and Navy assets operating out of Puerto Rico. The deployment, which began in late August 2025, centers on the strategic territory of Puerto Rico and involves an impressive assembly of naval and aerial capabilities poised to … Read more
Taipei Metro Attack Kills 3, Injures 11; Probe Underway
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te pledged a comprehensive and transparent investigation following a brazen metro attack in Taipei that left three civilians dead and eleven more injured. The assault, carried out by a 27-year-old suspect armed with smoke grenades and a knife, unfolded during Friday’s evening rush hour at the city’s busiest transit hub. As the … Read more
Van Hits Motorcycle in Pola, Oriental Mindoro; 3 Dead
Three members of a family riding a motorcycle in Pola, Oriental Mindoro, lost their lives on the afternoon of December 19, 2025, when a passenger van collided with their vehicle along a provincial highway. The victims—a husband, wife, and their child—were declared dead on arrival upon admission to Grace Mission Hospital, where authorities also treated … Read more
Brown U Shooting Suspect Found Dead, Manhunt Ends
The manhunt for the suspect behind a deadly mass shooting at Brown University ended on December 18, 2025, when authorities found Claudio Manuel Neves-Valente dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound in a storage unit in Salem, New Hampshire. The 48-year-old Portuguese national, a former Brown student, had been wanted for the massacre that claimed two … Read more
DPWH to Start 8-Month EDSA Rehab on Christmas Eve
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has announced the start of a major rehabilitation project on Epifanio de los Santos Avenue (EDSA), scheduled to begin on Christmas Eve, December 24, 2025. This comprehensive effort aims to address the deteriorating pavement and infrastructure along Metro Manila’s busiest thoroughfare and is set to run intensively … Read more
Malacañang Denies ISIS Training Link to Bondi Attackers
Malacañang Palace has strongly rejected claims alleging that the two gunmen responsible for the deadly mass shooting at Bondi Beach trained with ISIS in the Philippines, calling the assertion sweeping and misleading. No verified evidence from Australian or international investigations supports the alleged connection to training in the Philippines, with official statements confirming the attackers … Read more
DOH Expands Zero-Balance Billing to Level 3 LGU Hospitals
The Department of Health (DOH) is set to broaden its zero-balance billing policy by extending it to selected local government unit (LGU) hospitals. This initiative aims to eliminate out-of-pocket expenses for patients in basic or ward accommodations at designated LGU facilities, mirroring the coverage currently provided in DOH hospitals. The expansion focuses exclusively on Level … Read more
VP Duterte Faces Plunder Charges Over ₱612M Fund Misuse
Vice President Sara Duterte faces plunder and graft charges filed by a coalition of civil society groups accusing her and 15 officials of misappropriating over ₱612 million in confidential funds during her tenure at the Office of the Vice President (OVP) and Department of Education (DepEd). The complaints, lodged on December 12, 2025, cite a … Read more
Aleah Finnegan Wins SEA Games Vault Gold Amid Score Delay
Aleah Finnegan secured the gold medal in the women’s vault event at the 33rd Southeast Asian (SEA) Games held in 2025 in Bangkok, Thailand, reinforcing the Philippines’ rising stature in regional gymnastics. Finnegan’s winning score of 13.433 edged out Vietnam’s Thi Quynh Nhu Nguyen, who scored 13.400, while Malaysia’s Kang Xian Yeap took bronze with … Read more
Marcos Urges Congress to Pass Anti-Dynasty Reforms
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