
Gibo blasts China over Balikatan criticism: ‘Mind your own backyard’
Defense Secretary Gilberto “Gibo” Teodoro Jr. on Friday shrugged off China’s criticism of the ongoing Balikatan exercises.
Lade Jean Kabagani · · 2 min read
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Defense Secretary Gilberto “Gibo” Teodoro Jr. on Friday shrugged off China’s criticism of the ongoing Balikatan exercises.
Lade Jean Kabagani · · 2 min read

MACTAN, Cebu — ASEAN leaders on Friday expressed “serious concern” over the escalating conflict in the Middle East, condemning both the preemptive attacks by…
Carl Magadia · · 2 min read
Vice President Sara Duterte criticizes the administration of Ferdinand Marcos Jr., accusing it of failing to address worsening economic conditions and being…
Lisa Marie Apacible · · 2 min read

‘Your presence today reaffirms our shared commitment to cooperation, partnership, and inclusive growth.’
Raffy Ayeng · · 2 min read

MACTAN, Cebu — The leaders of the Philippines, Cambodia and Thailand on Wednesday reaffirmed their commitment to peaceful dialogue and de-escalation following…
Carl Magadia · · 2 min read

Philippine economic growth slowed further at the start of 2026, extending last year’s second-half slump as the Marcos Jr. administration continues to grapple…
Toby Magsaysay · · 2 min read

As the country struggles to keep the economy afloat in these times of political strife and a fuel crisis, this mother-focused celebration should include our…
DT · · 2 min read

While Lacson defended the report, its detractors called it performative, protecting Marcos and his allies while scapegoating mid-level players.
DT · · 3 min read

MACTAN, Cebu — The leaders of the Philippines, Cambodia, and Thailand on Wednesday reaffirmed their commitment to peaceful dialogue and de-escalation following…
Carl Magadia · · 2 min read

First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos said the government must not only look after the citizens, but also the police officers who risk their lives to keep communities…
Raffy Ayeng · · 1 min read

Amid the global energy problem brought about by the Middle East crisis, leaders of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations gather in Cebu tomorrow, May 8,…
DT · · 2 min read

The Office of the President turned over the City of Manila’s share of the Bawat Barangay Makikinabang (BBM) Socio-Civic Projects Fund to Mayor Francisco “Isko…
Pat C. Santos · · 1 min read

The sentiment that the presidency is a divine responsibility is a powerful cultural narrative that President Marcos Jr. has actively integrated into his…
Art Besana · · 2 min read

Marcos’ involvement was hard to miss, since he was aware of what went on in the national budgets from 2023 to 2025, when the UA ballooned.
Chito Lozada · · 3 min read

For decades, the country has pinned its hopes on foreign investments and open markets to drive development. Record inflows of over $100 billion last year were…
DT · · 3 min read

LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. called for stronger unity and cooperation among Southeast Asian nations as the Philippines hosts the 48th…
Carl Magadia · · 2 min read

More than 2,000 police personnel and their families received free medical checkups and essential government services Tuesday at Camp Crame through the “LAB for…
Jing Villamente · · 1 min read

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has ordered measures to bring down rice prices as inflation surged, with officials citing rising fuel costs — not supply…
Raffy Ayeng,Mico Virata,Jerod Orcullo · · 2 min read

