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The Philippines will file a formal diplomatic protest against China’s plan to set up a national nature reserve at Scarborough Shoal, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said last week. “The Philippines will be issuing a formal diplomatic protest against this illegitimate and unlawful action by China as it clearly infringes upon the rights and interests of the Philippines in …

Award-winning boutique developer Livingsprings Communities Realty and Development Corporation (LCRDC) expands its property lineup with the official launch of Cypress Place Woodland Community in Silang, Caviite Designed for new-generation homeowners and savvy investors, Cypress Place brings to life the charm of modern cabin living—cooler mountain air, thoughtfully designed spaces, and a climate-conscious community, setting a new benchmark for nature-inspired, sustainable …

The North-South Commuter Railway System (NSCR) has gained much traction from interested parties with various countries and private firms expressing interest in participating in the operations and maintenance (O&M) of the project. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has directed the Department of Transportation (DOTr) to seek assistance from other countries and experienced rail companies for the O&M of the NSCR System. …

Leading construction company EEI Corporation (EEI) has been awarded the construction of Cavite-Laguna Expressway (CALAX) Subsection 1 in Kawit, Cavite, and Megaworld Corporation’s Arcovia Hotel in Pasig City. This brings the Company’s total project wins in the third quarter of 2025 alone to PHP 19.1 billion, marking a solid turnaround from its recorded performance in the previous year.  The Company’s …

Bloomberry Cultural Foundation, Inc. (BCFI), the social development arm of Solaire Resort and Casino, celebrated a milestone in its Medical Scholarship Program, with 20 of its 313 college scholars earning B.S. Nursing degrees. Out of 20 Nursing graduates, 11 received Latin honors while eight received special awards in recognition of their academic and extracurricular excellence. Receiving Cum Laude honors are …

The Social Security System (SSS) has awarded BDO Unibank, Inc. (BDO) the mandate to serve as trustee for its Balanced Fund, marking another milestone in the partnership between the country’s largest pension fund and the biggest bank in the Philippines. At the ceremonial signing, SSS President and CEO Robert Joseph Montes de Claro expressed confidence in BDO’s stewardship. “It is …

By Boy Villasanta After Maine Mendoza issued her first statement about the involvement of Arjo Atayde in the anomalous transactions of contractors with the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) where she vehemently generally defended her husband against the accusations, the actress comes out more openly. “Forgive me for speaking up again this time. I know it may be …

Netizens have spoken about the hot issue in Arjo Atayde’s involvement on kickbacks with DPWH projects through private contractors and his wife’s defense of him.  Juan Lloyd Kaluz: “Please ask your husband to sign the waiver for bank secrecy and let him release his SALN just like what Congressman Romulo of Pasig did to clear the smoke and doubts surrounding …

AlDub is at the center of attraction anew. This time, minus Alden Richards, although there’s a photo of the actor singing to Sarah Dizcaya in an event. The bulk of the controversy, instead, is Yaya Dub who was gently advised if not rebuked by radio and TV broadcaster Jay Sonza against meddling in her husband Arjo Atayde’s mess. “HINDI DAPAT …

There are several civil society and student movements—like the walkout of UP students—that are being organized to lead protest rallies against corruption in high and low places in the country. Some of them have already kicked off mass actions directed against the perpetrators of corruption, primarily the couple Discaya, Pacifico, also known as Curlee, and Sarah. After the Discayas named …