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Central Visayas, Calabarzon Top Tourist Spots in PH

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)March 5, 2026

For decades, travelers from around the world have been drawn to the Philippines — its white-sand beaches, vibrant festivals, rich culture, and warm hospitality. And when it comes to the country’s most visited destinations, two regions stand above the rest. Central Visayas and Calabarzon. A recent study by the Philippine Institute for Development Studies (PIDS) […]

PH Peso vs Dollar & Top 15 Currencies — March 5, 2026

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)March 5, 2026

he Philippine peso continues to move with the pulse of the global economy. Every day, currencies around the world rise and fall—shaped by trade, geopolitics, and investor confidence. And for Filipinos, one number matters most: How strong is the peso against the U.S. dollar? As of the latest reference from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas […]

Spain Defies Trump Threats Over Iran War Stance

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)March 5, 2026

Spain has drawn a clear line. And this time, it’s standing firm. On Wednesday, Spanish leaders openly pushed back against threats from US President Donald Trump, declaring that Spain will not bow to pressure over its position on the escalating conflict involving Iran. “We will not be vassals to anyone.” That was the strong message […]

OWWA: Over 1,000 OFWs Now Want to Return Home

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)March 5, 2026

More than a thousand overseas Filipino workers are now hoping for one thing — to come home safely. Amid rising tensions in the Middle East, the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) revealed on Wednesday that over 1,000 OFWs have already expressed their desire to be repatriated to the Philippines. Behind every number is a story […]

Heath Jornales Admits: ‘I’m Still Working on My Shy Side’

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)March 5, 2026

After stepping out of “Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition 2.0,” Heath Jornales is slowly discovering a stronger, more confident version of himself. For many viewers, Heath was known inside Kuya’s house as the quiet and shy housemate — someone who often stayed in the background. But now that he’s back in the outside world, […]

Fuel Price Hike Looms as Middle East Tensions Rise — DOE

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)March 5, 2026

The Department of Energy (DOE) warned on Wednesday that fuel prices could rise again next week, as global oil markets continue to react to growing tensions in the Middle East. Just this week, fuel prices already increased by ₱1.90 per liter. But according to Energy Secretary Sharon Garin, another adjustment could be on the way […]

Explore Central Asia, Antarctica at Davao Expo

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)March 4, 2026

DAVAO CITY — The world just felt a little closer. On Friday, the 16th Davao Mega Travel Sale officially opened at Ayala Malls Abreeza — and with it, a wave of excitement, wanderlust, and possibility. Forty exhibitors filled the venue. Airlines. Hotels. Resorts. Travel agencies. But this year, something feels different. Bigger. Bolder. Because beyond […]

Peso vs Dollar & Top 15 Currencies — March 3, 2026

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)March 4, 2026

MANILA, Philippines — March 3, 2026 The Philippine peso is holding its ground — but the pressure is still there. As of today, ₱58.093 per US dollar. That’s the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) reference exchange rate. The trading band shows: Buying Rate: ₱57.950 Selling Rate: ₱58.450 BSP Reference Rate: ₱58.200 PDS Closing Rate (March […]

Deadly Iran School Strike Sparks UN Investigation Call

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)March 4, 2026

GENEVA — The images were unbearable. A school reduced to rubble.Classrooms torn apart.Young lives lost. On Tuesday, the United Nations human rights office described the attack on a girls’ school in southern Iran as “absolutely horrific” — and demanded answers. “Prompt, Impartial and Thorough” UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk is calling for […]

Israel Promises Lifelong Support After OFW Death

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)March 4, 2026

Grief crossed borders this week. The Israeli government has pledged lifetime support to the family of Mary Ann Velasquez De Vera — the Filipino caregiver killed in a missile attack in Tel Aviv. Israeli Ambassador to the Philippines Dana Kursh made the commitment on Tuesday. And as she spoke, emotion took over. A Promise Made […]

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