Yoonbeom Lee 
If you live or work in the Philippines, you have probably heard of PhilHealth. Employees see it deducted from their salary, employers are required to remit contributions, and self-employed Filipinos may pay their contributions directly. But what exactly does PhilHealth cover? How much does it cost? And does paying a higher contribution mean receiving better … Read more
Confused by your Meralco bill? This guide explains kWh usage, generation, transmission, system loss, distribution charges, and what to check when your electricity bill suddenly increases.
Anyone living in the Philippines has probably experienced the same unpleasant surprise: the electricity bill arrives, and it is much higher than expected. For Filipino families, renters, small businesses and even large companies, electricity is one of the most noticeable monthly expenses. And this is not simply a matter of perception. In June 2026, the … Read more
Getting around Metro Manila can be expensive and time-consuming, especially when a trip requires multiple jeepney, bus, or motorcycle rides. But commuters traveling around Ortigas, Pasig, C5, Bridgetowne, and Eastwood now have another option — and it is completely free. The iconic Metro Manila Love Bus has officially returned, this time as a modern zero-emission … Read more
If you have a Philippine driver’s license and are planning to drive overseas, you may need an International Driving Permit (IDP). You may also see people referring to it as an International Driver’s License, but technically, the official document is called an International Driving Permit. In the Philippines, it is officially known as the Philippine … Read more
Planning to take out a personal loan in the Philippines? Before accepting a loan offer, it is important to understand more than just the advertised monthly interest rate. A loan advertised at 1.5% per month does not necessarily mean that your actual annual borrowing cost is simply 18%. Processing fees, other upfront charges, the repayment … Read more
Getting a personal loan in the Philippines has become easier than ever. Banks now accept online applications, financing companies offer faster approvals, and dozens of online lending platforms advertise instant cash loans through mobile apps. But easier access to credit also creates a new problem: How do you know which loan is actually affordable? A … Read more
Filipino tennis star Alexandra “Alex” Eala is making another piece of history at the 2026 US Open. After convincing straight-set victories in her first two matches, Eala has reached the third round of the US Open for the first time in her career. And her next match will come on tennis’ biggest stage. The 21-year-old … Read more
Updated: September 5, 2026 President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has signed Republic Act No. 12325, a major amendment to the Philippines’ Universal Access to Quality Tertiary Education Act or Republic Act No. 10931. The new law was formally signed at Malacañang Palace on September 4, 2026. RA 10931, passed in 2017, established free tuition and other … Read more
Looking for a quiet beachfront escape in Batangas that feels more like a private tropical home than a commercial resort? We recently stayed at Batalang Bato Beach Retreat in Mabini, Batangas, and it turned out to be a very different experience from the typical resort stay in Anilao. Surrounded by trees and tropical plants, the … Read more