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ASEAN rolls out 2026-2030 tourism roadmap

Manila, Jan. 29 -- The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) on Thursday launched its sectoral tourism plan, setting a goal of achieving seamless travel and market diversification across the ... Read More


Airline talks underway to cut airfares, spur local tourism - Palace

Manila, Jan. 29 -- Malacanang on Thursday said the government is actively addressing high domestic airfares, which have been flagged as a key factor affecting tourism competitiveness, particularly in ... Read More


6 Manila cops in hot water over alleged robbery

Manila, Jan. 29 -- Six police officers were arrested and will face criminal and administrative charges for alleged robbery in Makati City. Makati Police said the victims positively identified the off... Read More


Palace optimistic on Zaldy Co's arrest amid conflicting European leads

Manila, Jan. 29 -- Malacanang on Thursday said the government remains optimistic that fugitive former lawmaker Zaldy Co will be located and brought back to the Philippines to face charges, even as aut... Read More


Lawmakers move to require EMTs at police, fire stations

Manila, Jan. 29 -- Police and fire stations should have at least one emergency medical technician (EMT) to make them better equipped to handle emergencies, Abra Lone District Rep. JB Bernos said Thurs... Read More


Nartatez says no 'abrupt, sweeping' reshuffle in PNP

Manila, Jan. 29 -- There will be no sweeping reshuffle in the Philippine National Police (PNP) following the promotion of Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. to four-star general and elevation as full-fle... Read More


Palace: ICI operations continue, funds not wasted

Manila, Jan. 29 -- Malacanang on Thursday said the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) continues to operate and fulfill its mandate, amid concerns over the use of public funds. Palace Pr... Read More


Marcos favors 'firm, diplomatic' stance amid WPS word war

Manila, Jan. 29 -- President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. supports a "firm with diplomacy" approach in dealing with the rising war of words between Philippine and Chinese officials over the West Philippine... Read More


'World getting smaller' for Atong Ang, says DILG chief

Manila, Jan. 29 -- Police searching for Charlie "Atong" Ang have visited 18 locations in 20 days but have yet to locate the fugitive businessman. Still, Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla believes the... Read More


Recto, Pangilinan tackle measures to stabilize sugar sector

Manila, Jan. 29 -- Executive Secretary Ralph G. Recto has discussed with Sen. Francis Pangilinan several policy options to help align government actions on pressing issues concerning the sugar industr... Read More