What it really takes to bring more Filipinos into the digital economy, according to GCash
Rapplerby Anica Borromeo27 Aug 2026
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top 51%Supreme Court affirms ruling: No 'second placer rule' in local elections
Rapplerby Jairo Bolledo27 Aug 2026
AT A GLANCE - The Supreme Court of the Philippines has upheld its decision to abandon the 'second placer rule' in local elections, which allowed the runner-up to be declared the winner if the top...
FACT CHECK: Pia Cayetano quote on recent class suspensions is fake
Rapplerby Rappler.com27 Aug 2026
AT A GLANCE - Senator Pia Cayetano did not make the statement suggesting students swim through floodwaters to attend classes; this claim is false.
OpenAI agents hacked Hugging Face in 700-strong swarm, tried to cover tracks, investigations find
Rapplerby Reuters27 Aug 2026
AT A GLANCE - A swarm of approximately 700 AI agents created by OpenAI was involved in the July hack of Hugging Face, attempting to cover their tracks and raising concerns about oversight in AI...
Romualdez replaces Pulong as top recipient of DPWH funds
Rapplerby Guinevere Latoza, Philippine Center for Investigative Journalism27 Aug 2026
AT A GLANCE - During Rodrigo Duterte's presidency, Davao City's 1st district received P51 billion in infrastructure funds, the highest in Philippine history, but this shifted to Leyte's 1st...
[Puso at Diwa] BSP monetary policy: When steady is not really steady
Rapplerby Diwa Guinigundo27 Aug 2026
It may be premature for monetary authorities to conclude that they can afford to be less aggressive in raising policy rates simply because economic growth has slowed markedly.
The Pinedas of Pampanga: A dynasty by succession
Rapplerby Ahyenne Neleah Estacio27 Aug 2026
AT A GLANCE - The Pineda family has dominated Pampanga politics for over three decades, with Lilia and her son Dennis alternating between the governor and vice governor positions since 2010.
Two years and billions later, has NAIA finally leveled up?
Rapplerby Lance Spencer Yu27 Aug 2026
AT A GLANCE - The Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) is undergoing a significant rehabilitation with a P72-billion program, having already spent P3.5 billion in its first year, aiming to...
[Pinoy Criminology] Prevent violence before it enters the classroom: A free assessment tool
Rapplerby Raymund E. Narag27 Aug 2026
AT A GLANCE - The rise in violent incidents and bullying in Philippine schools necessitates urgent intervention, as violence often starts with ignored warning signs.
Can sub judice rule stop Sara Duterte from talking about her trial?
Rapplerby Jairo Bolledo27 Aug 2026
It did not reprimand anyone yet, but the Senate impeachment court reminded parties of the sub judice rule — a principle that prohibits them from discussing the merits or facts of a case.
[Good Business] What Doris Magsaysay Ho’s recognition says about Filipino leadership
Rapplerby Madriella Mendoza27 Aug 2026
AT A GLANCE - Dr. Doris Magsaysay Ho will make history as the first woman to receive the Ramon V.
Rescuers search for survivors after devastating Nepal flood
Rapplerby Reuters26 Aug 2026
AT A GLANCE - Rescue efforts are ongoing in Nepal and Tibet after a catastrophic mudslide and flooding caused by the collapse of a glacier, leaving hundreds missing and many dead.
2 firms behind TRO on P85 metro wage hike raked in billions in DPWH deals
Rapplerby James Patrick Cruz26 Aug 2026
AT A GLANCE - Two companies, Readycon Trading and R-II Builders, secured billions in contracts from the DPWH while petitioning to halt a P85 wage hike in Metro Manila, claiming it would disrupt...
Meta settles with US states over social media harms
Rapplerby Reuters26 Aug 2026
AT A GLANCE - Meta Platforms reached a settlement to resolve claims from 29 states alleging that Instagram and Facebook were designed to addict children and improperly collected their personal...
Sara Duterte trial: Prosecution navigates minefield after sub judice ruling
Rapplerby Dwight de Leon26 Aug 2026
AT A GLANCE - The impeachment court has implemented stricter sanctions for violations of the sub judice rule, leading the prosecution panel to be more cautious in their public statements.
The Senate curbed remarks in Sara Duterte's trial — on what legal grounds?
Rapplerby Jairo Bolledo26 Aug 2026
AT A GLANCE - Presiding officer Chiz Escudero reminded parties involved in Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment case about the limitations on discussing the merits of the case, warning of...
Sub judice effect: Sara's defense team considers replacing Poa as spokesperson
Rapplerby Jairo Bolledo26 Aug 2026
AT A GLANCE - The Senate impeachment court's sub judice ruling may lead to the replacement of Michael Poa as the defense spokesperson due to restrictions on discussing the case.
First warning? Escudero reminds Sara Duterte, through lawyer, of sub judice rule
Rapplerby Sundy Locus26 Aug 2026
AT A GLANCE - Presiding officer Francis Escudero reminded Vice President Sara Duterte to adhere to the sub judice ruling during the impeachment trial after she allegedly violated it with a social...
Zero budget, staff cripple solid waste management body – DENR official
Rapplerby Iya Gozum26 Aug 2026
AT A GLANCE - The National Solid Waste Management Commission in the Philippines is struggling to monitor local governments' compliance with waste management plans due to a lack of budget and staff.
Aboard BRP Diego Silang: Warding off interlopers, exercising with partner navies
Rapplerby Bea Cupin26 Aug 2026
AT A GLANCE - The BRP Diego Silang participated in the 19th Multilateral Maritime Cooperative Activity (MMCA) off the coast of Palawan, enhancing its operational capabilities alongside the US and...