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The Philippine Energy Regulatory Commission has mandated Manila Electric Company (Meralco) to refund ₱9.5 billion to consumers through billing credits, addressing overcharges during a regulatory lapse period in 2025.
Southeast Asia faces interconnected challenges this week as Indonesia commits to environmental cleanup, the Philippines liberalises tech investment, Singapore confronts a disease outbreak, and Thailand grapples with creator economy vulnerabilities.
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos has announced comprehensive tax relief proposals in his 2026 State of the Nation Address, targeting workers and small businesses as global instability threatens economic stability.
Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte has categorically denied rumours of resignation, insisting she will not step down despite facing an impeachment trial on multiple charges including misuse of confidential funds.
Philippine police leadership is examining Australia's social media restrictions for minors as a potential policy response to online radicalisation and school violence, following discussions at a regional security conference in Manila.
ASEAN and China have made substantial headway in drafting a code of conduct for the South China Sea, with negotiators working to resolve four critical issues by the end of 2024.
Global rating agency AM Best has given Philippine insurer MAAGAP Insurance Inc a B+ financial strength rating with a stable outlook, citing robust capital adequacy and improving underwriting performance despite exposure to catastrophe risks.
A Philippine vlogger known for political commentary was fatally shot in Caloocan City on Friday morning, with her partner wounded in the attack. Police have launched a special investigation task group to identify the perpetrators.
The Philippines will host ASEAN foreign ministers next week to discuss the way forward on Myanmar following recent engagement in Thailand. An extended informal consultation on the Five-Point Consensus will take place without Myanmar's participation.
The Philippines has condemned China Daily for releasing an AI-generated video portraying Filipinos as monkeys, calling it racist propaganda. Defence Secretary Gilberto Teodoro said the material exposed Beijing's moral bankruptcy and weakness.
The Philippines, as ASEAN chair, will spearhead a humanitarian mission to Myanmar by the end of 2026, aiming to expand aid access to conflict-affected areas. The plan emerged from diplomatic talks involving regional foreign ministers and Myanmar stakeholders.
The Philippines continues repatriating overseas Filipino workers from West Asia despite declining numbers seeking return, with over 10,500 safely brought home amid regional tensions.
The Philippines, acting as ASEAN chair, will host an informal consultation between the bloc's foreign ministers and Myanmar's envoy in Bangkok on July 12, marking the first face-to-face engagement since the 2021 military coup.
The Philippines has reaffirmed ASEAN's Five-Point Consensus as the primary framework for resolving Myanmar's crisis while advocating a more pragmatic approach to its implementation that responds to evolving circumstances.
The Philippines is urging ASEAN to bolster defences around critical maritime corridors including the Strait of Malacca and South China Sea, warning that disruptions could destabilise regional economies and trigger global supply chain crises.
Vice President Sara Duterte's legal team argued Wednesday that her 2024 threats against President Marcos and allies fall short of constitutional grounds for impeachment, claiming she acted as a concerned family member responding to alleged surveillance and security risks.
Philippine tennis sensation Alexandra Eala defeated world number one Iga Swiatek at Wimbledon to advance to the last 16, marking a watershed moment for the sport in her country and positioning the 21-year-old as an inspiration for future generations.
Filipino teenager Alexandra Eala upset defending Wimbledon champion Iga Swiatek in a thrilling Centre Court match, winning 7-6(9) 6-2 on Saturday. The victory marks a breakthrough moment for the emerging Southeast Asian player.
The ICC has authorized freezing of funds seized from former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte to cover potential reparations if convicted, while rejecting the prosecution's attempt to access his personal keys on privacy grounds.
A Philippine high school in Eastern Samar suspended operations after an online post containing bomb and gun threats. Police deployed SWAT teams and cleared the campus, with authorities launching an investigation into the incident.
Philippine tennis player Alexandra Eala has made historic progress at Wimbledon, becoming the first player from her country to advance to the third round of a Grand Slam tournament.
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The June 2026 shooting at San Jose National High School in Tacloban City killed three students and wounded others. Experts argue the tragedy reflects failures to recognize and act on warning signs—particularly bullying—rather than any single cause.
A school shooting in Tacloban City that killed three students has reignited intense debate in the Philippines over whether the country should lower its minimum age of criminal responsibility, one of Asia's highest.
The Philippine National Police have recommended charges against former Ateneo de Manila basketball coach Thomas Anthony Baldwin and ten others for violating anti-hazing laws after two players drowned during a training activity in Aurora last June.