Balita Sa Pilipinas

28/07/2025

MANILA — Ahead of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s State of the Nation Address, members of the activist coalition Bagong Alyansang Makabayan (BAYAN) staged a symbolic protest by burning two effigies dubbed “ZomBBM” and “Sara‑nanggal.”

The demonstration took place in the lead‑up to SONA, with the effigies intended to criticize both President Marcos Jr. and Vice President Sara Duterte amid ongoing political and social controversies.

MANILA — Ahead of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s State of the Nation Address, members of the activist coalition Bagong Alyansang Makabayan (BAYAN) staged a symbolic protest by burning two effigies dubbed “ZomBBM” and “Sara‑nanggal.” The demonstration took place in the lead‑up to SO...

27/07/2025

Manila, July 27 2025 – The Philippine House of Representatives has announced its intention to file a motion for reconsideration of the Supreme Court’s ruling nullifying the impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte.

The Court, in a unanimous decision on July 25, found the Articles of Impeachment unconstitutional. It ruled that the House violated the one-year bar rule, which prohibits the filing of more than one impeachment complaint against the same official within a 12‑month period.

Manila, July 27 2025 – The Philippine House of Representatives has announced its intention to file a motion for reconsideration of the Supreme Court’s ruling nullifying the impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte. The Court, in a unanimous decision on July 25, found the A...

24/07/2025

MANILA, Philippines — Tropical Storm Emong has intensified into a severe tropical storm, prompting the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) to raise Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 3 over portions of Northern Luzon.

As of 4 p.m. Thursday, Emong was located 125 kilometers north northeast of Calayan, Cagayan. It was packing maximum sustained winds of 110 kilometers per hour near the center and gustiness of up to 135 kph, moving west northwest at 15 kph.

MANILA, Philippines — Tropical Storm Emong has intensified into a severe tropical storm, prompting the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) to raise Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 3 over portions of Northern Luzon. As of 4 p.m. Thursday, Emong was...

23/07/2025

MANILA, Philippines — Former United States President Donald Trump has agreed to a minor reduction in tariffs on select Philippine products, following renewed efforts by Filipino officials to secure improved trade terms under a future Trump administration.

In a recent engagement with Philippine representatives, Trump expressed openness to easing trade barriers, particularly for agricultural and manufactured goods, should he win re-election in the upcoming U.S. presidential polls.

MANILA, Philippines — Former United States President Donald Trump has agreed to a minor reduction in tariffs on select Philippine products, following renewed efforts by Filipino officials to secure improved trade terms under a future Trump administration. In a recent engagement with Philippine rep...

23/07/2025

MANILA, Philippines — A total of 36 areas, including Cagayan, have been placed under a heavy rainfall forecast as Tropical Depression Emong continues to enhance the southwest monsoon or habagat, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA).

MANILA, Philippines — A total of 36 areas, including Cagayan, have been placed under a heavy rainfall forecast as Tropical Depression Emong continues to enhance the southwest monsoon or habagat, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA)....

22/07/2025

Several churches in Marikina City have opened their doors to flood-stricken residents and launched a donation drive to support those affected by recent heavy rains and rising water levels.

On Monday, the Diocesan Shrine and Parish of Our Lady of the Abandoned in Barangay Sta. Elena, along with the Parish of Our Lady of the Abandoned in Barangay San Roque, began accepting evacuees seeking refuge from flooding triggered by the swelling Marikina River. These churches are also collecting donations to assist displaced families.

Several churches in Marikina City have opened their doors to flood-stricken residents and launched a donation drive to support those affected by recent heavy rains and rising water levels. On Monday, the Diocesan Shrine and Parish of Our Lady of the Abandoned in Barangay Sta. Elena, along with the P...

21/07/2025

Motorists should prepare for another round of fuel price hikes this week, with oil companies set to implement increases of up to P1.10 per liter.

In separate advisories, major oil players announced that prices of gasoline will rise by P1.10 per liter, while diesel will increase by P0.30 per liter starting Tuesday, July 23. Kerosene prices will remain unchanged.

Motorists should prepare for another round of fuel price hikes this week, with oil companies set to implement increases of up to P1.10 per liter. In separate advisories, major oil players announced that prices of gasoline will rise by P1.10 per liter, while diesel will increase by P0.30 per liter st...

20/07/2025

Los Angeles, California — United States immigration authorities have removed several Filipino crew members from a cruise ship docked in California following a raid linked to alleged visa violations.

Los Angeles, California — United States immigration authorities have removed several Filipino crew members from a cruise ship docked in California following a raid linked to alleged visa violations. The incident occurred aboard the Emerald Princess, a vessel operated by Princess Cruises, while it ...

20/07/2025

DUBAI — Filipino boxing icon Manny Pacquiao’s highly anticipated return to the ring ended in defeat, as WBC interim welterweight champion Mario Barrios secured a unanimous decision victory on Sunday morning (Manila time) at the Coca-Cola Arena.

DUBAI — Filipino boxing icon Manny Pacquiao’s highly anticipated return to the ring ended in defeat, as WBC interim welterweight champion Mario Barrios secured a unanimous decision victory on Sunday morning (Manila time) at the Coca-Cola Arena. The 45-year-old Pacquiao, who came out of retiremen...

19/07/2025

MANILA, Philippines — The House of Representatives has maintained that the impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte are in accordance with the Constitution, while asserting its adherence to the temporary restraining order (TRO) issued by the Supreme Court.

19/07/2025

Several towns and cities in Bulacan have been placed on alert after the Ipo Dam released excess water early Friday due to heavy rainfall brought by the southwest monsoon enhanced by Tropical Storm Carina.

According to the Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (PDRRMO), at least seven municipalities and three cities situated along the Angat River were advised to take precautionary measures against possible flooding caused by the increased river flow. The areas affected include Norzagaray, Angat, San Rafael, Bustos, Baliwag, Pulilan, and Hagonoy, as well as the cities of San Jose del Monte, Malolos, and Meycauayan.

Several towns and cities in Bulacan have been placed on alert after the Ipo Dam released excess water early Friday due to heavy rainfall brought by the southwest monsoon enhanced by Tropical Storm Carina. According to the Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (PDRRMO), at least se...

18/07/2025

MANILA, Philippines — The ₱35 daily minimum wage increase for workers in Metro Manila officially takes effect today, July 18, following its approval by the Regional Tripartite Wages and Productivity Board (RTWPB) last month.

This adjustment, issued through Wage Order NCR-25, raises the minimum wage in the National Capital Region from ₱610 to ₱645 per day for workers in non-agriculture sectors, including manufacturing, retail, and service establishments. For those in the agriculture sector, the minimum daily wage rises from ₱573 to ₱608.

MANILA, Philippines — The ₱35 daily minimum wage increase for workers in Metro Manila officially takes effect today, July 18, following its approval by the Regional Tripartite Wages and Productivity Board (RTWPB) last month. This adjustment, issued through Wage Order NCR-25, raises the minimum w...