Lottery

DAGUPAN CITY – Pangasinan lawmaker Maria Rachel Arenas is seeking a ban on unsupervised social media use for children aged 12 and below, citing the need to shield minors from digital threats. The measure is outlined in House Bill 9971, which seeks to protect minors below 13 from online risks, establish a tiered safety framework for

MANILA, Philippines – Manila Water continues to provide reliable 24/7 water service to customers through a diversified supply portfolio anchored on three major water systems: the Angat-La Mesa Water System, the Laguna Lake Water System, and the Antipolo Water System. The company’s long-term investments in these water sources have strengthened supply reliability despite challenges brought

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Education (DepEd) has significantly improved its compliance with Commission on Audit (COA) recommendations, resolving 83% of its outstanding audit findings in 2025, up from 52% the previous year, as governance reforms under Education Secretary Sonny Angara continue to take effect. According to COA’s consolidated annual audit report for the year

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Public Works and Highways – National Capital Region (DPWH-NCR) on Friday warned the public and contractors against unauthorized individuals misrepresenting the agency. According to the DPWH-NCR, a certain individual is posing as Las Piñas-Muntinlupa District Engineer Ryan Dela Cruz to solicit money from contractors, companies, and the public. “A

BACOLOD CITY – Aboitiz Renewables Inc., the renewable energy arm of Aboitiz Power Corporation (AboitizPower), broke ground for its 239-megawatt peak (MWp) Luna Solar Power Plant and a 65-megawatt (MW) battery energy storage system in Barangay Luna, Cadiz City, Negros Occidental on Friday morning, July 24. The Luna solar plant, which is expected to be

MANILA, Philippines — The lawyer of Leyte Rep. Ferdinand Martin Romualdez has maintained that the former speaker of the House of Representatives has been always ready to face the possible cases against him, as they are confident that they will be able to defend their innocence. In a statement on Friday, lawyer Elaine Atienza said that

New Survey Reveals Most Filipinos Are Not Watching VP Sara Duterte’s Impeachment Case SARA DUTERTE – Public awareness of the impeachment trial against Vice President Sara Duterte is high, but a recent study found that only one in 10 Filipinos closely monitors the hearings. A nationwide survey conducted by the newly launched public opinion research ... Read more

The post Only 1 in 10 Filipinos Is Closely Following VP Sara Duterte’s Impeachment Trial appeared first on PhilNews.

Yeng Constantino Shares the Real Story Behind Her Timeless Hit ‘Hawak Kamay’ YENG CONSTANTINO – Long before becoming a celebrated singer-songwriter, Yeng Constantino poured her deepest emotions into a song that would eventually touch millions of hearts. Yeng Constantino recently reflected on the deeply personal story behind one of the most iconic songs in her ... Read more

The post Why Yeng Constantino Wrote ‘Hawak Kamay’ at Just 14 Will Break Your Heart appeared first on PhilNews.

Foreigners can buy property in Phuket, but they cannot own land outright, and that shapes almost everything else. Phuket counts 40,600 units for sale across 343 developments, one of the most active markets in Southeast Asia, with its own rules and risks a generic Thailand guide won’t cover. This guide covers where to buy, what …

The story Buying property in Phuket, a step-by-step guide for foreign buyers as seen on Thaiger News.

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Former three-division world champion John Riel “Quadro Alas” Casimero has been recognized by the Games and Amusements Board (GAB) as its “Boxer of the Month” following his impressive outing in Japan. The monthly recognition honors the best Filipino professional boxers, whether at the national or international level. This time, it’s Casimero’s