Meta Launches Waddle World, AI-Powered Virtual Pet Journal App
Meta launched Waddle World, a Tamagotchi-style AI pet app, in the Philippines on iOS and Android.
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Thomas Markle Sr Reportedly Investigated Over Child Abuse Images In Philippines
Thomas Markle Sr., the estranged father of the Duchess of Sussex, is under investigation by authorities in the Philippines after his son allegedly discovered hundreds of child…
DOF, JBIC strengthen ties to attract infrastructure investments
The Department of Finance (DOF) and the Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC) signed a three-year Memorandum of Cooperation (MOC) to enhance infrastructure investments…
Duterte Faces ICC Trial on November 30
Rodrigo Duterte attended his second ICC status conference on October 13, 2026, as the International Criminal Court (ICC) rejected his defense’s bid to limit the prosecution’s…
Vivo V80 Lite Launches In The Philippines With 10000mAh Battery
The vivo V80 Lite has officially launched in the Philippines, bringing a 10,000mAh BlueVolt battery, IP68 and IP69 durability, and a high-brightness display starting at Php 24,999.
Philippines Bans Fresh Ube Exports Amid Global Shortage
The Philippines has banned fresh ube exports due to a severe shortage of planting material and fears that international competitors could exploit domestic varieties.
EU and Philippines reach substantial agreement on free trade deal
The European Union and the Philippines have reached a substantial agreement on a free trade deal designed to diversify supply chains against the backdrop of global trade tensions…
Duterte Faces Arrest Over Threats Against President
Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte posted 360,000 pesos ($5,740) bail on September 5, 2026, to avoid arrest over charges she threatened to have President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.
DepEd Conducts First National School Safety Drill
The Department of Education (DepEd) conducted the National Simultaneous School Safety Drill on September 3, 2026, after postponing the original August 25 plan due to weather and…
Two Students Killed in Zamboanga High School Shooting
A student killed a classmate and then himself during a shooting at a high school in Zamboanga, southern Philippines, on August 18, 2026, authorities confirmed. The … Read more
Musinsa Standard Enters PH Market
MUSINSA STANDARD is set to open in Makati through a partnership with Ayala’s ACX Holdings, marking its expansion into Southeast Asia. The store will operate as … Read more
Tingi Tindahan: Malabon City launches first barangay-funded zero-waste shop
In July 2024, councillor Khate Nolasco launched Tingi Tindahan in Malabon City, Philippines, as the first zero-waste shop funded by a barangay. The store combats plastic … Read more