2,000 families displaced by Tondo fire

Manila: At least 2,000 families were displaced by the massive fire that razed a tenement area in Vitas, Tondo, Manila on Saturday.

City government officials conducted a wellness check to make sure that basic necessities were met, according to a news …

Quiboloy coddlers face criminal raps

Manila: The Philippine National Police (PNP) will file obstruction of justice cases against individuals who aided Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC) founder Apollo Quiboloy in evading arrest.

In a press release Sunday, PNP Chief Gen. Rommel Francisco Mar…

PH external debt remains at manageable levels – BSP

Manila: The Philippines’ total external debt (EDT) remains manageable despite the slight increase recorded in June, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) said.

Data released by the BSP over the weekend showed that the country’s EDT amounted to USD130…

PH makes big leap in global cybersecurity rankings

Manila: The Philippines has made an impressive leap in the 2024 United Nations Global Cybersecurity Index (GCI), moving up to 53rd from 61st in 2020, the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) announced on Sunday.

‘This remark…

Australian trade mission to visit the PH in 2025

Manila: Another Australian trade mission to the Philippines is scheduled next year as part of Australia’s bid to help the country utilize the use of technology to accelerate economic growth.

“As we all know, President Marcos’ priority is to digitaliz…