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Pinoy Hurt in Swiss Resort Bar Fire — PH Embassy

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 5, 2026

A quiet sense of grief and concern spread this week after the Philippine Embassy in Switzerland confirmed that a Filipino was injured in a deadly fire that broke out at a resort bar in Crans-Montana on New Year’s Day. In a brief statement released Monday, the embassy said it could not share further details about […]

Katrina Halili Turns 40 in Legendary Darna Look

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 5, 2026

Katrina Halili just turned 40 — and she chose to celebrate it by looking back at one of the most unforgettable roles of her career. With confidence and nostalgia, the Kapuso actress slipped back into her iconic Black Darna outfit, instantly taking fans down memory lane. On Instagram, Katrina shared striking portraits of herself fully […]

Lapu-Lapu RTC Begins Hearing on Discaya Motion

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 5, 2026

The courtroom in Lapu-Lapu City has once again become the center of attention. This week, the Regional Trial Court (RTC) began hearing a motion filed by contractor Sara Discaya and nine other accused, all facing serious charges of graft and malversation of public funds. At the heart of the case is an alleged ₱95.6-million ghost […]

Going to China in 2026? Top Places to Visit

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 3, 2026

There’s more to China than the Great Wall and the Forbidden City in Beijing. A land of contrasts, it’s a place where soaring modern skylines meet ancient towns, and breathtaking natural wonders await around every corner. If you’re planning a trip to the Land of the Dragon, follow the itinerary of GMA Integrated News journalist […]

PH Manufacturing Expands Again in December 2025

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 3, 2026

After months of pressure and uncertainty, Philippine manufacturing finally caught its breath in December 2025. Factory activity returned to expansion, signaling a modest but welcome improvement in the sector’s health after suffering its sharpest contraction in four years just a month earlier, according to a survey released Friday by S&P Global. The Philippines Manufacturing Purchasing […]

China Taxes Condoms, Birth Control to Boost Birth Rate

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 3, 2026

HONG KONG — China has taken another bold — and controversial — step in its effort to reverse a deepening population crisis. Starting January 1, Beijing removed a three-decade-old tax exemption on contraceptive drugs and devices, a move aimed at encouraging more births as the country’s population continues to shrink. From now on, condoms and […]

DFA Checking if Filipinos Were Affected in Swiss Bar Fire

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 3, 2026

As the world welcomed the New Year, tragedy struck in Switzerland. A deadly fire tore through a resort bar during a New Year’s celebration, killing at least 40 people and injuring around 100 others. The blaze broke out at about 1:30 a.m., turning what should have been a moment of joy into a night of […]

Alden Richards Turns 34, Celebrates in the US with Family

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 3, 2026

Thousands of miles away from home, Alden Richards welcomed his 34th birthday in a way that mattered most — quiet, heartfelt, and surrounded by family. The celebration took place in the United States, far from the bright lights of showbiz, but close to the people who know him best. On Instagram Stories, Alden’s father, Richard […]

4 Police Officers Investigated for New Year Gunfire

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 3, 2026

As fireworks faded and the country welcomed 2026, a troubling sound cut through the celebration — gunfire. The Philippine National Police (PNP) has launched an investigation into four police officers accused of firing their guns during New Year festivities, an act that puts lives at risk and violates the very duty they swore to uphold. […]

₱20 Rice to Roll Out for Lower Middle-Income Filipinos

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)December 28, 2025

The Marcos administration is set to expand its P20-per-kilo rice program next year, now including below middle-income households in its list of beneficiaries. In an interview on Super Radyo dzBB on Saturday, National Food Authority (NFA) Administrator Larry Lacson shared details of the 2026 plan for the government-subsidized rice program. Currently, the program serves the […]

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