Philippines Headlines

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 15:19:00 +0800
DepEd eyes trimester system for school year 2026-2027
The Department of Education is considering implementing a trimester system for the 2026–2027 school year as part of a “holistic approach” to improve learning continuity and reduce administrative burden on teachers.

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 10:30:00 +0800
ICC names Duterte’s alleged 'co-perpetrators' in charges
Prosecutors at the International Criminal Court identified several senior Philippine officials as alleged co-perpetrators in the crimes against humanity case against former president Rodrigo Duterte, saying they helped carry out a coordinated ca...

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0800
27 percent of Pinoys experienced or saw cheating in relationships
One in four Filipinos either personally experienced or witnessed some form of cheating in relationships, according to a survey conducted by Social Weather Stations (SWS).

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0800
500 more drug war ‘victims’ to join ICC case
Pre-trial judges of the International Criminal Court (ICC) have authorized another 500 victims to participate in the ongoing crimes against humanity proceedings against former president Rodrigo Duterte.

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0800
Word war rages between Chinese embassy, lawmakers
There appears to be no ceasefire in sight between lawmakers and the Chinese embassy, with both trading barbs before the weekend over the recent Senate resolution condemning Chinese diplomats for making hostile remarks against Philippine officials.

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0800
Blue Ribbon urged to probe Bersamin link to flood mess
The Senate Blue Ribbon committee should investigate the alleged involvement of former legislative liaison officer Adrian Bersamin in the flood control anomaly, including his alleged text messages with President Marcos, House senior deputy minority le...

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0800
DENR sets 5-year effort to protect Philippine Rise
Amid threats to the country’s marine resources, food security and maritime domain, the government has begun a five-year effort to protect the Philippine Rise, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) said yesterday.

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0800
Geopolitical tensions drive fuel prices higher
Motorists should brace for yet another domestic pump price hike next week amid heightened tensions abroad.

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0800
VP Sara slams Palace after being accused of spreading falsehoods
Vice President Sara Duterte yesterday hit back at Malacañang after Presidential Communications Undersecretary Claire Castro said she has a “talent” for spreading falsehoods.

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0800
Metro Manila subway project moving quickly – President Marcos
The construction of the 33.1-kilometer Metro Manila subway project (MMSP) is moving quickly, President Marcos said yesterday, underscoring the administration’s sustained investments in rail and other transportation infrastructure.

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