A new mix of familiar names and fresh faces is entering the Philippine Senate on June 30, 2025. With promises ranging from healthcare reform to green infrastructure and food security, the 12 newly elected senators are expected to shape the country’s legislative direction in the coming years. Read more »
Maria Antonia Yulo-Loyzaga has resigned from her position as Secretary of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) amid controversy over her firm stance on environmental reforms. Read more »
The country is facing a rapidly escalating HIV crisis. According to the Department of Health (DOH), confirmed HIV infections have surged by an alarming 500 percent—the highest increase recorded in the Western Pacific Region. Read more »
The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) Region XI has commenced the annual three-month closed fishing season in Davao Gulf, effective from June 1 to August 31, 2025. Read more »
The Philippine government has unveiled a five-year roadmap aiming to make the country a leading destination for food and gastronomy tourism in Southeast Asia by 2029. Read more »
The 18th International Food Exhibition (IFEX) Philippines 2025 lit up the World Trade Center in Pasay City from May 22 to 24, bringing together the best of Filipino food creativity. Read more »
