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Generators from Japan to boost PCG's patrol vessel operations

Manila, March 9 -- The government of Japan has turned over 13 generators with trailers to the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) to help enhance the country's maritime law enforcement capabilities. In a ne... Read More


PhilHealth pays P30.74B in benefit claims as of January 2026

Manila, March 9 -- The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) has paid nearly PHP30.74 billion in benefit claims nationwide as of January 2026, reflecting a 52.72 percent increase compar... Read More


NACC seeks total ban on FB groups linked to online child trafficking

Manila, March 6 -- The National Authority for Child Care (NACC) has called on social media company Meta Platforms Philippines to immediately remove Facebook groups and accounts allegedly being used fo... Read More


Gov't eyes stronger programs for women as March celebration begins

Manila, March 6 -- The Philippines' month-long celebration of women every March is aimed at advancing concrete goals on gender equality, leadership, and social protection for Filipino women, the Phili... Read More


PHLPost suspends outbound mail to 35 countries due to airspace closure

Manila, March 3 -- The Philippine Postal Corporation (PHLPost) has temporarily suspended the acceptance of international outbound mail items bound for 35 countries due to the closure of regional airsp... Read More


PH calls for responsive, resilient ASEAN at 40th SOCA meet

Manila, March 3 -- The Philippines on Tuesday underscored the need for a responsive, inclusive, and resilient regional community as it opened the 40th Senior Officials Committee for the Association of... Read More


DOH mourns passing of former secretary Alfredo Bengzon

India, March 3 -- The Department of Health (DOH) on Tuesday announced the passing of former secretary Alfredo Rafael Antonio Bengzon, describing him as a compassionate physician and visionary leader w... Read More


ASEAN meetings highlight family resilience, youth, inclusive dev't

Manila, March 2 -- Strengthening family resilience, empowering the youth and advancing inclusive developments for marginalized and vulnerable sector will be highlighted during the three major meetings... Read More


DOT accredits 15 senior citizens as tour guides in Intramuros

Manila, March 2 -- The Department of Tourism (DOT) has accredited 15 senior citizens as tour guides in Intramuros after they underwent the Tourism Legacy and Livelihood Program. They completed a seve... Read More


PH destinations showcased at FITUR 2026 in Spain

Manila, Feb. 23 -- The Philippines' top tourist destinations were featured at the European travel market during the FITUR 2026 in Madrid, Spain, the Department of Tourism (DOT) said on Monday. The DO... Read More