2025 Wrap-Up: A Year of Resilience and Reckoning
As 2025 ends, we reflect on a transformative year marked by natural disasters, governance shifts, and personal resilience. Discover the key lessons and look ahead with clarity. Read the full analysis.
As 2025 ends, we reflect on a transformative year marked by natural disasters, governance shifts, and personal resilience. Discover the key lessons and look ahead with clarity. Read the full analysis.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. launches a major governance overhaul, demanding performance-based accountability and structural changes across his Cabinet to improve public service delivery.
Aboitiz Equity Ventures and BlackRock's GIP finalize a P13.7 billion partnership to boost Philippine airports, water, and digital infrastructure. Discover how this shapes the nation's future.
As 2025 ends, ordinary Filipinos from fishermen to teachers share their honest hopes for 2026. Discover the quiet aspirations that build a nation beyond politics and scandals. Read their stories now.
CDC President Agnes Devanadera highlights the crucial role of Clark's semiconductor workers in sustaining global industries during Inari Amertron's Christmas event. Discover how local efforts have worldwide impact.
Cebu Province launches the Cebu International Investments Summit 2026 to pivot towards heavy industry and tech. The event targets 250 global investors. Read more about Cebu's economic transformation.
The International Energy Agency forecasts global coal demand will hit a record high in 2025 before declining by 3% by 2030, driven by competition from renewables and LNG. Read the full analysis.
Davao City's Project Monitoring Committee wins the 2024 DavPrIME Best City PMC Award for governance excellence. Learn how transparency and community involvement set the standard.
A new survey reveals Davao City residents are entering Christmas with strong hope, anchored on peace, safety, and inclusive growth. Discover their top wishes for 2026.
Filipino boxer Jay-r Raquinel challenges for the WBO Global super-flyweight belt against Ghana's Theophilous Allotey on Dec 20. Can he end 2025 with another regional title? Follow the fight.
The IMF lowered its 2025 GDP growth forecast for the Philippines to 5.1% due to trade uncertainty and Q3 slowdown. Discover the outlook for 2026 and key reforms needed.
Mandaue Vice Mayor Glenn Bercede highlights cooperation with Mayor Ouano and the City Council as the key to the city's development in a year-end reflection. Read how shared leadership is shaping the city's future.
Converge ICT's Global Business Group moves its headquarters to Bonifacio Global City, marking a strategic shift to deepen its tech-driven services for large enterprises. Discover the impact.
Philippine trade officials revise export goals downward, citing US tariffs and shipping crises. Despite strong electronics-driven growth, new targets are more 'realistic'. Read the full analysis.
A new UN report warns unmanaged AI could reverse decades of progress in closing the development gap between nations. Asia's role and the urgent need for inclusive policies are highlighted.
CDC President Agnes Devanadera receives the first GCG Leadership Award for driving transparency and inclusive growth in Clark. Discover the reforms that earned her this historic honor.
Hotel101 Global, a DoubleDragon unit, signs a joint venture for a new 429-room property in San Donato Milanese, Italy. The project aims to generate €85.8M in sales, marking its second European site. Read more.
OPEC+ suspends planned oil output hikes for January-March 2026, citing seasonality. The alliance, led by Saudi Arabia and Russia, opts for a cautious stance. Discover what this means for global oil markets and the Philippines.
As Filipinos receive year-end bonuses, a reflection emerges: Christmas joy is for children, but corruption threatens their future. This season, the wish is for leaders who prioritize integrity over personal gain. Read more.
Angeles City and San Fernando, Pampanga were recognized at the Gawad Makabata Awards 2025 for their outstanding child-friendly governance and protection programs. Discover their winning initiatives!
Dr. Christina Gabrillo becomes first Filipina at World Shiology Forum, co-authors global food systems report. Read how she amplifies Philippine voices in international food governance.
Basilan province received the 2025 Freedom of Information Award for its commitment to transparency. Discover how this sets a new standard for governance in the Bangsamoro region.
S&P Global affirms Philippines' BBB+ credit rating with positive outlook, citing strong growth and reforms. Governor Remolona welcomes the decision, boosting investor confidence.
Expert reveals how formal governance frameworks transform family enterprises in the Philippines. Learn how accountability replaces entitlement for business continuity.
MrBeast's Beast Games returns for Season 2 on Jan 7, 2026! Watch the epic 'Strong vs. Smart' battle for a $5M prize. Stream only on Prime Video.
SM Supermalls transforms Thanksgiving into a multicultural celebration from Nov 22-30. Enjoy global cuisines at various SM malls across Pampanga with special dining deals and gratitude masses.
After Miss Universe 2025, Filipinos showed intense pageant scrutiny. But where's that energy for examining public officials and governance? Time to demand accountability.
Philippine animation industry eyes $141M revenue by 2028, doubling workforce to 15,000. Animahenasyon 2025 festival drives global partnerships and original content creation.
The EU and Philippines formalize a €22.6M digital economy package to accelerate 5G, AI, and cybersecurity, enhancing disaster response and innovation.
UN report reveals nearly half of global population resides in urban areas, with megacities quadrupling since 1975. Discover urbanization trends shaping our future.