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Through more than three centuries of Spanish Rule, the Roman Law legal system was transplanted in these 7,000 islands. By the Roman Law system, the basic ingredient is the enactment of positive law by the King or the Royal Audiencia, and the application of said law on the particular facts of the case. The resulting verdict is the result of …

The allegation that some Filipino politicians may be receiving support from China to promote Beijing’s interests in the West Philippine Sea should not be dismissed as another political accusation. Neither, however, should it become an excuse for reckless labeling or public condemnation without evidence. Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. says there is reason to suspect that some politicians are receiving …

The Philippine economy continues to report discouraging numbers, as both exports and imports posted slower growth in July, with decreased valuation compared to the previous month. Data released by the  Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) on Aug. 28 showed exports grew by 10.8 percent year-on-year to $8.15 billion in July, sharply slower than the 25-percent expansion in June. Imports likewise rose …

The Association of Philippine Journalists-Samahang Plaridel Foundation Inc. joins the whole nation in honoring the country’s national heroes, including Marcelo H. Del Pilar,  dubbed as “Father of Philippine Journalism.” Samahang Plaridel Chairman Rolando G. Estabillo and president Evelyn Quiroz will lead a simple wreath-laying ceremony at the bronze statue of Del Pilar located at the corner of M.H. del Pilar …

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said the government’s waste-to-energy (WTE) program could help address the country’s mounting garbage problem while generating additional electricity. Marcos said Thursday that the program could be implemented as early as 2027 as the Department of Energy (DOE) accelerates the auction process. “With our waste-to-energy program, the DOE is already starting to auction. So, nagbi-bid na sila …

The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has started redesigning drainage inlets along major roads in Metro Manila to improve the flow of floodwater during heavy rains, Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon said. Dizon said the project aims to address a long-standing problem where drainage systems have been widened but many road inlets remain too narrow, slowing the entry …

By Vito Barcelo Jr. The Bureau of Immigration (BI) on Friday reiterated its warning to aspiring overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) against illegal recruitment and human trafficking schemes after 14 suspected trafficking victims were rescued at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) and Clark International Airport (CIA) while attempting to leave for Russia. BI officers rescued six male victims at CIA …

Executive Secretary Ralph Recto has called on American companies to expand their presence in the Philippines, citing the country’s strategic location, investment reforms and growing opportunities in key industries. Speaking during the 2026 Philippines Business Mission at Conrad Manila, Recto urged members of the U.S.-ASEAN Business Council (USABC) to remain in the country, increase their operations and make the Philippines …

The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) is moving to expand primary care services and strengthen financial protection for members through wider implementation of its No Balance Billing (NBB) policy under a unified agenda with the Department of Health (DOH). At a press briefing Thursday, PhilHealth President and Chief Executive Officer Beverly Ho said the Unified National Agenda (UNA) is focused …

Agricultural losses from the enhanced southwest monsoon and tropical cyclones Luis, Maymay and Neneng have climbed to nearly ₱2 billion, with more than 50,000 farmers and fishers affected across seven regions, the Department of Agriculture (DA) said Thursday. The DA Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (DRRM) Operations Center reported ₱1.73 billion in initial damage and losses, covering 40,954 hectares of …