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
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
The Philippine peso has entered another difficult period. On August 28, 2026, the peso weakened past the ₱62 level against the US dollar, putting the currency near historically weak territory and once again raising concerns about inflation, fuel prices, imported goods, and the cost of living in the Philippines. For many Filipinos, however, exchange rates … Read more
If your social media feed suddenly makes it look as if Makati has become an independent country, do not worry. You do not need a visa, there is no official “Makati dollar,” and “Makatinese” is not a newly recognized language. The “United States of Makati” is a viral Filipino social media meme that turns everyday … Read more
Updated: August 27, 2026 Planning your vacation, work schedule, or business operations for the rest of the year? This guide provides the complete list of nationwide Philippine holidays in 2026, including regular holidays, special non-working days, long weekends, and the applicable holiday pay rules. The official holiday calendar was declared under Proclamation No. 1006. The … Read more
Last updated: August 24, 2026 Heavy rain, flooded roads and disrupted public transportation can make commuting dangerous during the rainy season in the Philippines. But what if your company has not suspended work? Can you legally refuse to go to work because of heavy rain or flooding? The short answer is yes — if the … Read more
Have you received a text saying that your PHLPost package cannot be delivered because your address is incomplete? Do not click the link immediately. Fake PHLPost delivery messages are circulating in the Philippines, and fresh reports of suspicious PHLPost-branded messages have appeared online again in August 2026. One user reported receiving a suspicious PHLPost message … Read more
Taal Volcano recorded a noticeable increase in volcanic earthquakes on August 21, 2026, raising questions among residents and visitors in Batangas and nearby Tagaytay. According to monitoring by the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS), Taal recorded 46 volcanic earthquakes during the latest 24-hour monitoring period. https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/2289376/taal-volcano-logs-46-volcanic-earthquakes-up-from-14?utm_source=chatgpt.com That is more than three times the … Read more