Philippines

A 3.9-magnitude earthquake hit Bohol near the municipality of Sagbayan Thursday morning (July 30, 2026), and was felt in areas of neighboring Cebu province. The earthquake hit at about 11:21 AM local time at a shallow depth of 10 km, according to the latest PHIVOLCS earthquake update. There was no damage caused by the tremor, but some people in critical …

In the event of a severe typhoon, torrential monsoon rain or earthquake striking the archipelago, parents, students and educators require timely and accurate information on school closures. By keeping a track on the class suspensions Philippines, families know when it’s time to go home and can avoid having to cross floodwaters or the severe storms. Local chief executive officers (CEOs) …

Senator Robin Hood “Robin” Padilla was among other things that were missing from President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr.’s fifth State of the Nation Address (SONA) at the Batasang Pambansa. A number of the Senate’s minority members also did not go, but Padilla explained that “this is not a political protest, it is something that I have decided and I have …

The capital was rocked by a sudden explosion at around 11 pm at the near entrance of the Department of Justice (DOJ) compound in Manila. The police have responded promptly and it has been announced that security at government premises is placed under high alert. Public awareness of continuous updates enables them to better understand the situation and follow public …

The Iglesia ni Cristo (INC), one of the country’s biggest religious movements, is celebrating its founding anniversary on July 27 this year. The date is a nationally recognized and celebrated holiday, pursuant to RA 9645, or the “Commemoration of the Founding Anniversary of Iglesia ni Cristo Act.” But, most workers, students or employers are not aware of the meaning of …

Local government units (LGUs) in the National Capital Region (NCR) are launching official declarations for no classes on July 27 2026 as President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is to deliver his fifth State of the Nation Address on Monday, July 27, 2026. The local chief executives are taking proactive measures to ensure the safety of their students and commuters as high-level …

Now it’s more fun planning your next international trip as a Filipino tourist! The Philippine passport currently has a rank of 72 in the Henley Passport Index with visa-free & visa-on-arrival countries available to Philippine passport holders of 65 countries. Your Philippine passport opens up opportunities beyond geographical boundaries, whether you’re traveling to the exotic destinations of Southeast Asia, exploring …

The implementation of the historic Wage Order No. NCR-27 will mean millions of workers in Metro Manila will get an official pay raise. The ₱85 increase in daily wages is implemented in two stages: First, a ₱60 increase in daily wages, which will take effect on July 25, 2026, and then a second ₱25 increase in daily wages, which will …

Brace your wallets, Metro Manila motorists! Local pump prices have surged in response to international market volatility and rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle-East. The large increase in fuel prices on July 21 resulted in diesel rates climbing as high as ₱10.68 per liter and gasoline rates by up to ₱3.65 per liter. Premium fuels are approaching triple digits in …

The rapidly rising pump price is a burden that is being felt by drivers all over the country, so there is an urgent need for them to pay the bills to get relief. In recognition of this, the Department of Transportation (DOTr) and the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) put up a specific relief program under the UPLIFT …