The Philippine property sector shows mixed signals as Metro Manila and provincial markets move at different paces. Explore how residential, office, and commercial real estate segments are adjusting amid higher interest rates, affordability concerns, and ongoing development. Read more »
Department of National Defense (DND) Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. said the Philippines is poised to access high-quality military equipment from Japan following a major policy shift that eases restrictions on defense exports. Read more »
The Davao Region continues to dominate the country’s cacao industry, producing 7,807 metric tons (MT) and accounting for 72 percent of total national output, the Department of Agriculture–Davao Region (DA-11) reported. Read more »
Through a collaboration between Bell-Kenz Pharma and the Naga City government, BHWs from different barangays recently underwent the Sagip CPR Training of Trainers (TOT), equipping them with essential skills in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and emergency response. Read more »
The government has tightened control over fuel price movements while expanding subsidies and social assistance programs as part of a broader response to global economic pressures and rising consumer costs. Read more »
If you’re planning a summer trip but want to avoid the usual crowds—and rising costs—consider heading to Calatrava. Quietly tucked along the northern coast of Tablas Island, this laid-back town offers a refreshing alternative to more commercialized destinations. Read more »
