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.”

RECAP: Philippines ends 33rd SEA Games stint strong

By Maxine Agno The Philippines concluded its 33rd Southeast Asian (SEA) Games campaign in Thailand, demonstrating the heart of champions, as the delegation secured a final tally of 50 gold, 73 silver and 154 bronze medals — a total of 277 — to finish 6th overall as the Games officially closed on Saturday, December 20….

ASHS celebrates Christmas Thanksgiving Mass ‘25

By AJ Alarcon

On Friday, December 19, the Ateneo Senior High School (ASHS) community gathered at the third-floor Formation and Learning Center (FLC) for a Eucharistic celebration of the Christmas Thanksgiving Mass themed “Hope endures, God fulfills.”

ASHS marks Christmas celebration at Community Night

By Rhianna Ramos

The Ateneo Senior High School (ASHS) community gathered for its annual Christmas program on Friday, December 19, at the third-floor Formation and Learning Center (FLC), as part of the school’s Community Night celebration.

Lawmakers redirect P16.5-B in DPWH savings to boost PhilHealth budget

By Rhianna Ramos

On Thursday, December 18, lawmakers approved the reallocation of savings from the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) to the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) after budget adjustments generated billions of pesos in excess funds.