Philippines

Philippines passport holders have to meet the US immigration requirements prior to entering Hawaii. The visas usually required for tourism are the B-2 visitor visa or a B-1/B-2 combination visa. Philippine nationals holding B-1/B-2 visas are issued as multiple entry visas with a validity period of 120 months subject to the visa decision of the individual concerned by the U.S. …

The Land Transportation Office (LTO) has stepped up its drive against illegal modifications, unassigned tags and fake license plates of vehicles across the country. The Philippines’ high-profile enforcement of sports cars and high-end SUVs have put the LTO fake plate penalties in the spotlight. However, if a vehicle is equipped with an unauthorized vanity tag, a different alphanumeric combination, or …

The National Heroes Day, August 31, 2026 is a regular holiday in the Philippines. On this day, the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has rules to be strictly observed on wage rates. By knowing how to use the DOLE overtime calculator and applying these rules to the National Heroes Day 2026 overtime, employees can be certain that they are …

Spotify Premium Student is a favorite choice for Filipino students seeking an ad-free music experience and access to offline listening on their monthly premium subscription with no additional costs for skipping tracks. The plan will be implemented in 2026 at ₱85 per month but the students will need to provide their enrollment proof with SheerID to avail of this discount. …

Twitch Manila MeetUp will be held on Friday, August 14th, 2026 at Oshi Con 2026 where Philippine streamers, VTubers, esports personalities and gaming communities will gather. It has been designed to be a meeting place where creators and fans meet, with networking opportunities, creator panels, workshops and discussions on growing channels in the Philippines and in Southeast Asia. Twitch Manila …

The Government credit options in the Philippines now offers more flexibility for the active members. When you are in need of instant cash relief, comparing SSS Loan Lite vs SSS Salary Loan will aid you determine which one is the more suitable choice for you without breaking your budget. The traditional method of salary loan is still a good option …

In the event of a natural disaster like heavy rains, typhoons or extreme weather situations, checking the official WalangPasok updates fast can prevent students, parents and workers from unnecessary confusion. As the spread of fake news on social media is happening at a fast rate, dependence on verified LGU class suspension announcements and DepEd WalangPasok channels will ensure timely and …

GSIS Emergency Loan is a measure to extend financial aid to eligible government employees and government pensioners in relation to natural disasters and the typhoons suffering from severe monsoon conditions. Applicants who meet the requirements are allowed to apply online via GSIS Touch App. Only eligible members who live and/or work in an officially designated State of Calamity will be …

Electricity consumers in the Philippines are getting financial assistance on their bills. Manila Electric Company (Meralco) has started applying its customer rebate of ₱9.51 billion, as per an Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) order. Knowing what the Meralco AWAT line item is on the bill, it is easy to check if your bill has been deducted for Meralco’s August 2026 refund. …

A Philippine vice president is on trial in the most historic Senate impeachment that has ever been held with a sitting vice president. The Senate, as an Impeachment Court, is reviewing four charges related to misusing public money; violating the Constitution; corruption; and confidentiality and questions of public integrity. Whether the allegations satisfy the constitutional requirements to remove the Vice …