Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below), Author at Pinas Times

Councilors Challenge 2026 Budget Tax Allotment

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)March 3, 2026

The battle over the 2026 national budget has reached the Supreme Court. On Tuesday, the Philippine Councilors League (PCL) took a bold step. It formally asked the High Court to declare unconstitutional the inclusion of the National Tax Allotment (NTA) in the 2026 General Appropriations Act (GAA). At the center of the dispute is a […]

Limited Slots Open for Kalayaan Island Tours

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)March 2, 2026

This is not your usual beach trip. This is raw.Remote.Real. The Kalayaan Municipal Tourism Office has officially opened limited slots for tour packages to the breathtaking Kalayaan Island Group in the West Philippine Sea — and they’re calling it a once-in-a-lifetime journey. “Ready for a once-in-a-lifetime journey?” the tourism office asked in a Facebook post. […]

Peso Watch: March 2, 2026 — Dollar at ₱57.6390 as Global Currencies Shift

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)March 2, 2026

The Philippine peso is once again under the spotlight. As of today, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) sets the reference rate at ₱57.6390 for every US dollar. That number may look simple. But behind it is a bigger story — of global tension, shifting markets, and currencies fighting for strength. Let’s break down what’s […]

Trump: Combat in Iran Will Continue Until Objectives Met

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)March 2, 2026

WASHINGTON — The message was firm. Direct. Unyielding. On Sunday, US President Donald Trump warned that American combat operations in Iran are not slowing down. They are continuing. And they will not stop until every objective is achieved. In a video posted on Truth Social, Trump addressed the nation with a tone that left little […]

At Least 100 OFWs in Dubai Seek Repatriation

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)March 2, 2026

Fear travels fast. And for many Filipinos in Dubai, the growing tension in the Middle East has become impossible to ignore. Between 80 and 100 Filipinos have already expressed their desire to return home, according to the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW). They want to be back in the Philippines.Back with their families.Back where they […]

Jillian Ward Spotted at Eman Pacquiao Fight

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)March 2, 2026

Sometimes, support speaks louder than words. And this time, it was seen ringside. Jillian Ward showed up to cheer for Eman Bacosa Pacquiao at his latest boxing match — and fans were quick to notice the sweet gesture. On Instagram, Sparkle shared photos of the “Never Say Die” star seated quietly on the sidelines. She […]

Ombudsman Demands Affidavits From 18 Ex-Marines

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)March 2, 2026

The story is far from over. Ombudsman Jesus Crispin “Boying” Remulla is demanding something simple — but powerful. Individual truth. Eighteen former Marines had earlier submitted a single sworn affidavit. In it, they claimed they were ordered to deliver suitcases filled with cash to certain officials. They said the instructions came from former Ako Bicol […]

Iya, Drew Mark 12th Anniversary in Japan

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)February 28, 2026

Sometimes, love needs a pause. A quiet escape.A moment to breathe. For Iya Villania and Drew Arellano, that moment came in the peaceful town of Hakone, Japan — where they marked their 12th wedding anniversary with a much-needed couple’s trip. Just the two of them. “Anywhere and Everywhere With This One” The Kapuso couple shared […]

February Inflation Seen Rising Faster — BSP

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)February 28, 2026

After a brief slowdown, inflation may be picking up speed once more. The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) is now expecting February 2026 inflation to accelerate — a development that could once again put pressure on household budgets across the country. In its latest month-ahead forecast, the central bank projected inflation to land between 2.3% […]

US Begins Major Combat Operations in Iran — Trump

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)February 28, 2026

The words were direct.Unfiltered.Heavy with consequence. On Saturday, US President Donald Trump declared that the United States has begun what he called “major combat operations” in Iran. And he did not sugarcoat the risks. There may be casualties, he warned. “I Do Not Make This Statement Lightly” In a video posted on Truth Social, Trump […]

Diesel Seen Up ₱15/L, Gasoline ₱12/L Next Week

Iran’s New Leader Vows to Keep Hormuz Strait Closed

Over 400 Filipinos in Dubai Set for Urgent Repatriation

Kylie Padilla Debuts Darker Hair for ‘Task Force Firewall’

Duterte Defense Cries Betrayal; Victims Call It Justice

Philippine Peso vs Top Global Currencies — Exchange Rate Update (March 11, 2026)

RECENT NEWS

Diesel Seen Up ₱15/L, Gasoline ₱12/L Next Week

Iran’s New Leader Vows to Keep Hormuz Strait Closed

Over 400 Filipinos in Dubai Set for Urgent Repatriation

Ron DeSantis ends 2024 presidential campaign, endorses Trump over Haley

China Slams Canada Over Warship Sailing in Taiwan Strait

Author: Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)

Councilors Challenge 2026 Budget Tax Allotment

Limited Slots Open for Kalayaan Island Tours

Peso Watch: March 2, 2026 — Dollar at ₱57.6390 as Global Currencies Shift

Trump: Combat in Iran Will Continue Until Objectives Met

At Least 100 OFWs in Dubai Seek Repatriation

Jillian Ward Spotted at Eman Pacquiao Fight

Ombudsman Demands Affidavits From 18 Ex-Marines

Iya, Drew Mark 12th Anniversary in Japan

February Inflation Seen Rising Faster — BSP

US Begins Major Combat Operations in Iran — Trump

Subscribe to Us

RECENT NEWS

Author: Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)

Subscribe to Us

Subscribe To Our Daily Newsletter