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: Four golfers with Filipino roots are in the field at the 81st U.S. Women’s Open at Riviera Country Club in Pacific P...
05/06/2026

: Four golfers with Filipino roots are in the field at the 81st U.S. Women’s Open at Riviera Country Club in Pacific Palisades, joining 156 players competing for a share of the tournament’s record $12 million purse.

Bianca Pagdanganan, a two-time Olympian and former Asian Games gold medalist, is making her third U.S. Women’s Open appearance. Pauline del Rosario, meanwhile, is making her championship debut after earning her spot through qualifying.

Yuka Saso remains one of the tournament’s top contenders. The 2021 champion while representing the Philippines and 2024 winner under the Japanese flag is seeking a third U.S. Women’s Open title. She and Pagdanganan were part of the Philippine team that captured gold at the 2018 Asian Games.

Also in the field is Allison Corpuz, the Filipino-Korean-American from Hawaii who won the U.S. Women’s Open in 2023. Together, the four underscore the growing presence of golfers with Filipino heritage on one of the sport’s biggest stages.

: The Bureau of Customs (BOC) on Friday assured the public that there have been no confirmed cases of alleged baggage ...
05/06/2026

: The Bureau of Customs (BOC) on Friday assured the public that there have been no confirmed cases of alleged baggage tag-switching incidents at Philippine airports in recent months, amid concerns fueled by reports circulating online.

In a statement, the bureau said available information indicates that the incidents being discussed on social media appear to be linked to cases that occurred abroad. It also clarified that it does not handle baggage tagging and has "no involvement in any matters related to the placement or switching of baggage tags."

While the reported incidents are not connected to local airport operations, the BOC said it remains vigilant and continues to coordinate with relevant authorities to help ensure passenger safety and security.

The bureau also encouraged travelers to take precautionary measures and report suspicious activities through proper channels, including its "Isumbong Kay Commissioner" platform.

: Weather observations and analyses indicate that occasional to frequent rains associated with the southwest monsoon, ...
05/06/2026

: Weather observations and analyses indicate that occasional to frequent rains associated with the southwest monsoon, locally known as "habagat," have affected the country over the past five days, signaling the onset of the rainy season across the western sections of Luzon and the Visayas.

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (DOST-PAGASA) said periods of reduced rainfall, commonly known as monsoon breaks, may still occur and can last for several days or even weeks.

The state weather bureau also warned that with El Niño expected to develop, above-normal habagat rainfall is highly likely over the western sections of Luzon and the Visayas during the rainy season.

Amid these conditions, PAGASA said it will continue to closely monitor weather and climate developments nationwide. The agency urged the public and concerned government agencies to take precautionary measures against the potential impacts of the rainy season, habagat, and other weather- and climate-related hazards.

𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 | The Philippines can end poverty and become a predominantly middle-class society by 2040, but only if it ...
04/06/2026

𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 | The Philippines can end poverty and become a predominantly middle-class society by 2040, but only if it acts now through comprehensive reforms that address the barriers to job creation and strengthen household resilience, according to a new World Bank report released on Thursday, June 4.

The report, "Building the Filipino Middle Class: Towards Resilient Futures and Poverty Eradication," finds that the Philippines has made historic progress: the poverty rate fell to 15.5% in 2023 from 23.5% in 2015, and income inequality dropped to its lowest level in four decades, with the Gini coefficient declining below 40 for the first time.

𝗗𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻.

: The Vatican has elevated the Parish and National Shrine of Saint Padre Pio in Batangas province to the status of an ...
04/06/2026

: The Vatican has elevated the Parish and National Shrine of Saint Padre Pio in Batangas province to the status of an international shrine, making it only the second church in the Philippines to receive the designation from the Holy See.

The decree was issued on May 25 by the Vatican’s Dicastery for Evangelization, coinciding with the 139th birth anniversary of St. Padre Pio, although church authorities in Sto. Tomas, Batangas announced the recognition only on Thursday, June 4.

The church joins the International Shrine of Our Lady of Peace and Good Voyage in Antipolo City as one of only two international shrines in the country. The designation is expected to boost pilgrimage activity and further strengthen devotion to the Italian saint among both Filipino and foreign faithful, church officials said.

: The Gilas Pilipinas Women closed out their FIBA 3x3 Women’s World Cup campaign in Warsaw, Poland with a breakthrough...
03/06/2026

: The Gilas Pilipinas Women closed out their FIBA 3x3 Women’s World Cup campaign in Warsaw, Poland with a breakthrough victory, stunning World No. 11 Italy, 17-13, for the program’s first-ever win in the tournament.

Already eliminated from knockout-round contention after a loss to China earlier in the day, the Filipinas responded with their best performance of the competition to finish their Pool C stint on a high note.

Camille Clarin spearheaded the upset after struggling to find her rhythm in the team’s first three games. The sharpshooter caught fire against Italy, drilling four two-point shots and finishing with a game-high eight points to fuel the Philippines’ historic triumph over the higher-ranked European side. | 📸 FIBA3x3

03/06/2026

Enter the world of Marvel at Shanghai Disneyland’s Marvel Universe, an immersive attraction in the Gardens of Imagination. Meet fan-favorite superheroes including Spider-Man, Iron Man, Captain America, and the Avengers, capture memorable photos, and explore a selection of exclusive collectibles, toys, apparel, and other Marvel-themed merchandise.

03/06/2026

Cravings satisfied at Juning’s with its signature wild mushroom soup hot pot. The rich, aromatic broth came alive with a medley of mushrooms, creating layers of deep umami flavor. The first bowl of soup was fresh and comforting, setting the stage for premium beef, tender chicken, scallops, crisp vegetables, and noodles cooked tableside. Each ingredient absorbed the earthy mushroom essence, making every bite hearty, flavorful, and unforgettable.

: The dispute over whether the Senate Blue Ribbon Committee hearing on alleged flood-control anomalies should proceed ...
03/06/2026

: The dispute over whether the Senate Blue Ribbon Committee hearing on alleged flood-control anomalies should proceed on June 4 or be moved to June 8 is not really about dates. It is about authority. Under the Constitution, the power to conduct inquiries in aid of legislation belongs to the Senate as an institution, exercised through its committees and in accordance with its rules—not to any single committee chair, and not even to the Senate president acting alone.

The more pressing question is this: if Senate President Alan Peter Cayetano insists that the June 4 hearing will push through, who will actually preside over it? The new Blue Ribbon Committee chairman, Erwin Tulfo, has already announced a June 8 schedule, while questions remain about how the Senate leadership intends to reconcile these conflicting positions. A Senate hearing is not simply a meeting; it is an official proceeding whose legitimacy depends on clear authority and adherence to Senate rules.

The Supreme Court has consistently held that legislative inquiries are essential to lawmaking, but they must be conducted according to established procedures. When Senate leaders publicly disagree on whether a hearing or public inquiry should proceed, the issue is no longer political strength but institutional legitimacy. Personalities do not confer authority; rules do.

For the public, the real concern should be the investigation itself. The inquiry involves allegations affecting billions of pesos in flood-control funds, yet attention has shifted to an internal power struggle. The reality check is simple: institutions must be stronger than personalities. If the Senate expects others to respect the rule of law, it must first demonstrate that its own proceedings are governed by rules—not by competing claims of power.

: The Commission on Elections (COMELEC) said former Cavite 4th District representative Kiko Barzaga may still run in a...
03/06/2026

: The Commission on Elections (COMELEC) said former Cavite 4th District representative Kiko Barzaga may still run in a special election that would be held to fill the congressional seat vacated by his expulsion from the House of Representatives.

COMELEC Chairman George Erwin Garcia said the poll body is inclined to hold a special election because the law requires vacancies in the House to be filled when more than a year remains in the term. He said the Cavite 4th District seat cannot be left vacant for the remainder of the congressional term.

Garcia clarified that Barzaga is not perpetually disqualified from holding public office despite his expulsion. He added that any challenge to Barzaga’s eligibility to run in a special election should be brought before the Supreme Court.

The COMELEC is studying the timetable for the filing of certificates of candidacy and the date of the special election, which Garcia said could cost about ₱200 million.

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