By Alexia Bangayan On Thursday, January 8, the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) defended the provision flagged by lawmakers who raised concerns about the inclusion of unprogrammed appropriations in the 2026 national budget, stating that the funds are permitted under the Constitution. Caloocan Second District Representative Edgar Erice, along with Mamamayang Liberal Party-list Representative…
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Ateneo conducts BE-wide emergency drills
By Noriko Yamamoto
The Ateneo de Manila University (ADMU) held its emergency drills in the Basic Education (BE) — encompassing the Ateneo Grade School (AGS), Ateneo Junior High School (AJHS), and Ateneo Senior High School (ASHS) — on Wednesday, January 7.
Mayon Volcano placed under alert level 3 as magmatic activity increases
By Rhianna Ramos
On Tuesday, January 6, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) raised Mayon Volcano in Albay province to Alert Level 3 due to intensified volcanic activity that may lead to a hazardous eruption within days or weeks.
Marcos signs P6.79-T 2026 budget, vetoes nearly P92.5-B unprogrammed funds
By Rhianna Ramos
On Monday, January 5, President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. signed into law the P6.793-trillion national budget for 2026, while vetoing several provisions — including items under unprogrammed appropriations — citing the need to ensure fiscal discipline and alignment with national priorities.
SWP urges Marcos to veto P319-B ‘suspicious’ allocations in 2026 budget
By Noriko Yamamoto
Budget watchdog Social Watch Philippines (SWP) has pressed President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. to remove “highly questionable” items worth ₱319 billion in the proposed 2026 national budget, citing what it described as “major last-minute adjustments.”
DOH records spike in mental health-related calls during holidays
By Alexia Bangayan
On Saturday, January 3, the Department of Health (DOH) reported an increase in calls related to mental health concerns during the holiday season, with nearly 1,000 individuals calling from December 21, 2025, to January 2, 2026.
Transport terminals brace for passenger influx after holiday break
By Rhianna Ramos Passenger volume has surged in major transport terminals across Metro Manila on Friday, January 2, as travelers return from the provinces following the Christmas and New Year holidays. The Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange (PITX) experienced heavy outbound traffic before the holidays as families left the capital. At present, the terminal remains busy…
Agencies, organizations prepare for New Year’s Day 2026
By Lia Atienza
Various government agencies have called for the orderly celebration of the new year, implementing safety measures in preparation for New Year’s Eve on Wednesday, December 31, and New Year’s Day on January 1, 2026.
Congress passes 2026 national budget
By Alexia Bangayan
The House of Representatives and the Senate approved the Bicameral Conference Committee (bicam) report on the proposed P6.793-trillion 2026 national budget on Monday, December 29.
Lacson on 2026 budget use: ‘Do not let your guard down’
By AJ Alarcon
On Sunday, December 28, Senate President Pro Tempore Panfilo “Ping” Lacson urged the public to remain vigilant over the implementation of the proposed P6.793-trillion national budget under the 2026 General Appropriations Act (GAA), which was vowed to be “free of corruption.”
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