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.
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.”
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.
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…
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.
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.
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.”
Ulat ni Lia Atienza
Nitong Biyernes, Disyembre 26, ipinahayag ng Malacañang Palace na patuloy ang imbestigasyon at pag-aresto sa mga opisyal na sangkot sa kontrobersiya ng flood control projects sa Pilipinas.
By Alexia Bangayan
Various government agencies have been placed on alert to ensure safe and orderly Christmas and New Year celebrations across the country, from Tuesday, December 23, to Thursday, December 25.
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….
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