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Highland Vegetable Prices Drop, Says DA Official

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 24, 2026

Good news is finally sprouting in the markets. Prices of highland vegetables are starting to ease, bringing relief to both consumers and vendors, according to the Department of Agriculture (DA). Based on the DA’s latest price monitoring, broccoli now sells at around ₱180 per kilo, down from ₱200 just a week ago. Potatoes have also […]

Australian Boy Killed in Rare Shark Attack in Sydney

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 24, 2026

A day meant for laughter and adventure ended in tragedy. A 12-year-old Australian boy, Nico Antic, has died after being bitten by a shark in Sydney Harbour, his grieving family confirmed on Saturday. The incident comes amid growing concern following a series of shark attacks along Australia’s east coast. Nico was with friends on Sunday […]

PH Embassy Warns Pinoys in US as Snowstorm Nears

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 24, 2026

The Philippine Embassy in Washington and the Philippine Consulate General in New York have issued an urgent advisory to Filipinos across several parts of the United States, urging them to prepare for a powerful snowstorm expected to hit this weekend. In a statement, the Embassy warned Filipino communities in the South, Midwest, and Northeast to […]

Kuya Kim’s Birthday Wish: “Keep Emman’s Memory Alive”

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 24, 2026

Kuya Kim marked his 59th birthday on Thursday with a quiet but deeply emotional celebration on “TiktoClock.” What began as a cheerful surprise soon turned into a moment of reflection, love, and remembrance. During the show, his co-hosts — Faith Da Silva, Herlene Budol, Allen Ansay, Jayson Gainza, and the rest of the “TiktoClock” family […]

Marcos Declares Special Non-Working Days in 5 Areas

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 24, 2026

President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. has given welcome news to workers and families in several parts of the country — a short pause from the daily grind. Over the coming weeks of January and February 2026, special non-working days will be observed in five areas nationwide, allowing communities to celebrate milestones that shaped their history. […]

Peso vs Dollar and the World: January 23, 2026

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 24, 2026

The Philippine peso woke up this Friday facing a familiar reality — the US dollar remains strong, global currencies are mixed, and pressure on emerging markets hasn’t fully eased. Based on the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) Reference Exchange Rate Bulletin, the peso is trading at ₱59.17 per US dollar, staying close to recent levels […]

Trump Says No Force, No Tariffs in Greenland Talks

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 24, 2026

DAVOS, Switzerland — In a sharp and unexpected turn, U.S. President Donald Trump stepped back from weeks of fiery threats on Wednesday, ruling out both force and tariffs in the dispute over Greenland — and signaling that a deal is now close. Speaking during a whirlwind visit to the World Economic Forum in Davos, Trump […]

Visa Delays Slow Down US Jobs for Filipino Nurses

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 23, 2026

For many Filipino nurses preparing to work in the United States, the dream is still alive — but the waiting has grown longer. Much longer. According to the Philippine Nurses Association of America (PNAA), visa processing times for Filipino nurses have slowed even further, with some applications now taking several years to move forward. The […]

Ryan Bang Named Among Stars Boosting Korea’s Image

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 23, 2026

Ryan Bang is feeling nothing but gratitude — and a whole lot of love. The Korean comedian and TV host has been named one of the Top 10 personalities positively influencing South Korea’s global image, landing at No. 9 on a list led by global superstars BTS. Just below him? Blackpink’s Lisa. For Ryan, the […]

Marcos to Critics After Hospital: “Don’t Be Too Excited”

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 23, 2026

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. had a message for his critics on Thursday — calm down. After spending a night at St. Luke’s Medical Center for medical observation, the President assured the public he is fine. Better, even. And with a touch of humor, he reminded everyone not to read too much into his hospital stay. […]

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