European-Philippine Business Dialogue 2025 reinforces momentum for stronger EU-PH trade relations

In a significant show of support for renewed momentum behind the European Union-Philippines Free Trade Agreement (EU-PH FTA) negotiations, key stakeholders from the public and private sectors convened on Oct. 16, 2025 at the 2025...

Lawyers succeeded where politicians failed: Sabar

Lawyers succeeded where politicians failed: Sabar Published on: Tuesday, October 21, 2025 Published on: Tue, Oct 21, 2025 Text Size: Dark Mode: Off Sabar commended the SLS legal team for their perseverance since 2021 in championing justice for...

Tala reaches 4 million customers in Philippines, continues strategic expansion and tech innovation globally

Philstar.com October 21, 2025 | 2:00pm MANILA, Philippines — Tala marked a new phase of growth with the announcement of its expansion in Latin America that started with the launch of its services in Guatemala. Headquartered in Santa Monica,...

Global Dominion joins BSP-JICA’s Credit Risk Database Philippines (CRDPh) initiative

Philstar.com October 21, 2025 | 3:00pm MANILA, Philippines — Global Dominion Financing Inc. (GDFI) has been officially approved as a Participating Institution in the Credit Risk Database Philippines (CRDPh)—a pioneering project jointly launched by...

Metrobank remains strongest bank in the Philippines for the 5th consecutive year, says The Asian Banker

- Advertisement - Metropolitan Bank & Trust Co. (Metrobank) has once again been recognized as the Strongest Bank in the Philippines for 2025 by The Asian Banker (TAB), reaffirming its industry leadership for the fifth consecutive year. The annual...

The politics of distrust

IMAGINE LINING up for a government permit that should take an hour or two, but somehow stretches into days; unless you know someone inside. Imagine going to a health center where there is no doctor, no medicine, and no explanation; only an...

BSP allows overseas Filipinos greater access to retirement investment options

MANILA, Philippines — The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) amended its regulations to expand investment opportunities for overseas Filipinos by allowing their retirement funds to invest in central bank securities. In Circular 1220, Series of...

‘Abogado para sa bayan’: Yamsuan bats for free legal education in exchange for public service

By Billy Begas Parañaque City Rep. Brian Raymund Yamsuan urged Congress to address the acute shortage of public attorneys serving marginalized sectors by passing a measure that would establish a scholarship program for aspiring lawyers. Yamsuan...

CCG expels Philippine vessels intruding into adjacent waters of China's Tiexian Jiao in South China Sea: spokesperson

The China Coast Guard (CCG) said on Sunday that it expelled Philippine vessels that had illegally intruded into adjacent waters of Tiexian Jiao of China's Nansha Qundao in the South China Sea, with the Philippine side responsible for a collision...

Experts urge stronger regional cooperation, ocean governance 

Experts and defense officials are urging stronger regional cooperation and effective ocean governance, emphasizing that the Indo-Pacific’s stability should rely not on power or force, but on shared stewardship, partnerships, and adherence to...

Globe wins International Finance Award for best ESG practices

MANILA– Globe Telecom Inc. has secured the 2025 International Finance Awards (IFA) for Best ESG Practices in Telecommunications (Philippines), recognizing its dedication to fostering a resilient, inclusive and thriving digital future for the...

Davao Region government agencies hold Inter-Agency Sportsfest 2025

6 GOVERNMENT agencies in the Davao Region come together for the annual Inter-Agency Sportsfest 2025 on Oct 17, 2025, at the Davao City-UP Sports Complex, Mintal, Davao City. Among the participating agencies are the Department of Science and...

Davao-based lawyer Earl D. F. Larroder bags historic win at first-ever LEAP Awards 

3 MANILA, Philippines — In a landmark event held at the prestigious Manila Hotel, Davao-based legal practitioner Atty. Earl D. F. Larroder was honored with the first-ever LEAP Award (Leaders Excelling in Alternative Dispute and Peace Building),...

President Trump to Meet With China's Leader - Markets Zoom

The opinions expressed by contributors are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of RedState.com. Never let it be said that President Trump isn't up for talking to other world leaders. During the event wherein President Trump hosted...

Manila School enforces zero tolerance on negative fan behavior

Manila parent Kris Overman addressed the Manila School Board on Thursday, Oct. 16, thanking them for addressing the issue of spectator conduct on Facebook. “I don’t know if you are aware that we came close to having a bigger issue than we had at a...

APEC Stories: Meet the Philippine tarsier, resident of the rainforest

Editor's note: The 2025 Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Economic Leaders' Meeting will be held in Gyeongju, South Korea, from October 31 to November 1. CGTN's "APEC Stories" series showcases cooperation and culture among the 21 APEC...

Philippines' BOP surplus narrows in September, still in deficit year to date

THE country’s balance of payments (BOP) position remained in surplus at $82 million in September but narrowed sharply from August’s $359 million and the $3.53 billion recorded a year earlier. “The BOP surplus reflected the Bangko Sentral ng...

Social media is king! – PAHAYAG

1 MANILA, Philippines – Internet search (67%), Facebook (65%), and television (62%) continue to be the most-used platforms among Filipino registered voters. These are followed by word-of-mouth (30%), newsprint (25%), AM radio (24%), and X...

Unveiling of new statue at Philippine House

Bathed in sunshine, the event drew a crowd of families, friends and community leaders— all gathered to celebrate culture, unity and the enduring legacy of Rizal. Dr Rizal was a medical practitioner, human rights advocate, author and advocate for...

Jail for up to 800 corrupt officials 'ready': Manila

Interior and Local Government Secretary Jonvic Remulla said the New Quezon City Jail in Payatas, Quezon City, can accommodate up to 800 detainees and is the detention facility closest to the "Sandiganbayan", the anti-graft court.