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CAB lowers fuel surcharge to Level 13 in June 1-15

Manila, May 28 -- The Civil Aeronautics Board (CAB) has lowered fuel surcharge, from the current Level 15 to Level 13, for the period covering June 1-15, 2026. Under Level 13, passengers could expect... Read More


PAL, Qantas expand frequent flyer collab

Manila, May 28 -- Flag carrier Philippine Airlines (PAL) announced on Thursday its expanded frequent flyer partnership with Qantas Airways, allowing loyalty program members to redeem points across bot... Read More


PH, Japan elevate ties to Comprehensive Strategic Partnership

Manila, May 28 -- The Philippines and Japan on Thursday formalized the elevation of their relations to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, the highest tier in the Philippines diplomatic framework a... Read More


DOT: Direct China flights boost PH tourism, ease travel for visitors

Manila, May 27 -- The Philippines is stepping up its push for stronger tourism and business connectivity with China through the opening of new direct flights from Hangzhou, Changsha, and Chongqing. T... Read More


PhilHealth, IBP partner to boost legal aid, strengthen patient rights

Manila, May 27 -- The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) has partnered with the Integrated Bar of the Philippines (IBP) to expand its legal support for members and strengthen patient... Read More


ICC pushes for speedy Duterte trial, orders new health assessment

Manila, May 27 -- Judges at the International Criminal Court handling the case of former president Rodrigo Duterte have called for the expedited proceedings of the case and ordered a new medical asses... Read More


Israel eyes PH as Pax Silica partner for AI, semiconductor push

Manila, May 27 -- Israel is eyeing the Philippines as a key partner in the Pax Silica Initiative, particularly through the provision of key mineral resources to complement Israel's expertise in artifi... Read More


PH clinches $3.4-B investment pledges in PBBM meet with Japanese execs

Manila, May 27 -- The Philippines has secured around USD3.4 billion in investment pledges from Japanese companies following a high-level business roundtable meeting led by President Ferdinand R. Marco... Read More


PH, Japan firms ink deals on digital innovation, smart urban dev't

Manila, May 27 -- Philippine and Japanese firms on Wednesday signed agreements aimed at strengthening cooperation in digital innovation and smart urban development, further reinforcing economic and te... Read More


Survey numbers won't affect PBBM performance - Palace

Manila, May 27 -- President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. will continue to focus on improving the lives of Filipinos, Malacanang said on Wednesday, despite recent survey results showing a decline in public ... Read More