There’s a new virtual Visa card from PalawanPay, and here’s what you need to know

There’s a new virtual Visa card from PalawanPay, and here’s what you need to know

Staying true to the Palawan Group of Companies’ mission of advancing financial inclusion, PalawanPay — the company’s fast-growing e-wallet — unveils the PalawanPay Virtual Visa Card. This is a major leap in making simple, secure, and widely accepted digital payments accessible to every Filipino, including those without bank accounts or credit cards. PalawanPay CEO Third Librea shared: “For many Filipinos, owning a Visa card has always felt out of reach — something reserved for those with bank accounts or credit lines. With the PalawanPay Virtual Visa Card, we’re changing that. We built this to be simple, practical, and truly pang-masa. […]... Keep on reading: There’s a new virtual Visa card from PalawanPay, and here’s what you need to know

Pagasa: Amihan to bring rains on Saturday  in parts of Luzon

Pagasa: Amihan to bring rains on Saturday in parts of Luzon

MANILA, Philippines — Northeast monsoon or amihan will bring rains in parts of Luzon while the rest of the country will experience a generally fair weather on Saturday, December 26, the state weather bureau said.  In a 5 p.m. forecast, Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa), weather specialist Charmage Varilla said that the northeast monsoon will bring overcast skies and rains over Batanes and Babuyan Group of Islands. Apayao, Mainland Cagayan, and Isabela will experience light rains while partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rainshowers and thunderstorms over the rest of Luzon due to the same weather […]... Keep on reading: Pagasa: Amihan to bring rains on Saturday in parts of Luzon

OSG will no longer appeal SC decision on PhilHealth funds

OSG will no longer appeal SC decision on PhilHealth funds

MANILA, Philippines — The Office of the Solicitor General (OSG) on Friday said it will no longer appeal the Supreme Court’s (SC) decision returning the P60 billion in Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) funds previously transferred to the National Treasury. READ: SC orders return of P60-B excess funds to PhilHealth “The Office of the Solicitor General affirms its respect for the Supreme Court’s ruling and will not move for reconsideration of the PhilHealth case,” the office said in a statement. The OSG then explained that different branches of the government sometimes differ in approaches to public policy, particularly in managing […]... Keep on reading: OSG will no longer appeal SC decision on PhilHealth funds

PRO-7 recorded no incidents during Misa de Gallo, Christmas Eve Masses

PRO-7 recorded no incidents during Misa de Gallo, Christmas Eve Masses

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Police Regional Office in Central Visayas (PRO-7) recorded no security incidents during the nine-day Misa de Gallo and Christmas Eve Masses. In a statement, PRO-7 Regional Director Police Brigadier General Redrico A. Maranan said that all police units were placed on full alert, with 100 percent personnel readiness across the region on Christmas Eve. More than 10,000 Philippine National Police (PNP) personnel were deployed and on standby to respond to any potential threats during the holiday period, according to Maranan. READ: Police visibility intensified across C. Visayas for Christmas Zero incidents during church activities Police recorded […]... Keep on reading: PRO-7 recorded no incidents during Misa de Gallo, Christmas Eve Masses

Dawn of DepEd heroes: Angara honors teachers, education partners

Dawn of DepEd heroes: Angara honors teachers, education partners

MANILA, Philippines — As 2025 draws to a close, the Department of Education (DepEd) shone the spotlight on teachers and education stakeholders whose quiet, consistent efforts kept classrooms running, supported learners, and ensured that education reforms steadily took shape on the ground. Marking the first anniversary of his tenure, Education Secretary Sonny Angara highlighted the quiet heroes of education—those whose tireless efforts behind the scenes ensure that schools and learners thrive. Led by himself, the DepEd Heroes recognition honored individuals and groups who stepped up in moments that did not always make headlines but made a real difference in schools […]... Keep on reading: Dawn of DepEd heroes: Angara honors teachers, education partners

Boots Anson-Roa, Charo Santos lead Brillante Mendoza’s ‘Until She Remembers’

Boots Anson-Roa, Charo Santos lead Brillante Mendoza’s ‘Until She Remembers’

Boots Anson-Roa, Charo Santos-Concio, and Barbie Forteza are set to headline Brillante Mendoza‘s new movie “Until She Remembers.”  The first teaser for the film was released on Thursday, Dec. 25, offering glimpses of the three women in intimate, emotional roles.  The teaser opens with Forteza reciting Pablo Neruda’s poem “Tonight I Can Write (The Saddest Lines)” while she pulls out Anson-Roa and Santos-Concio’s old photos from storage.  The short teaser progresses with clips of Forteza, Anson-Roa, and Santos-Concio sharing separate personal moments. In one of the scenes, Forteza is seen pushing Anson-Roa’s character in a wheelchair while Santos-Concio tries to […]... Keep on reading: Boots Anson-Roa, Charo Santos lead Brillante Mendoza’s ‘Until She Remembers’

Taliman, Cabulao fulfill last dance wish as CESAFI champions

Taliman, Cabulao fulfill last dance wish as CESAFI champions

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The University of the Visayas (UV) Green Lancers added another title to their already storied legacy after securing their 17th CESAFI men’s basketball championship and completing a rare four-peat. Behind the latest title, however, were two players driven by different journeys but united by the same goal: to exit their collegiate careers as champions. Team captain PJ Taliman, a veteran yearning for a graceful send-off in his final playing year, and Karl Hyden Cabulao, a one-and-done transferee determined to finish his collegiate career on top, made UV’s 17th title and four-peat run even more memorable. Taliman […]... Keep on reading: Taliman, Cabulao fulfill last dance wish as CESAFI champions

Jailed former Malaysian premier Najib Razak was convicted on Friday on all charges of abuse of power and money laundering in the biggest trial yet in the multibillion-dollar 1MDB scandal, a ruling that could have significant political repercussions.

Jailed former Malaysian premier Najib Razak was convicted on Friday on all charges of abuse of power and money laundering in the biggest trial yet in the multibillion-dollar 1MDB scandal, a ruling that could have significant political repercussions.

Jailed former Malaysian premier Najib Razak was convicted on Friday on all charges of abuse of power and money laundering in the biggest trial yet in the multibillion-dollar 1MDB scandal, a ruling that could have significant political repercussions.

Bubble Gang: The 12 Months of Christmas! (Full Episode) | KiliYT

Bubble Gang: The 12 Months of Christmas! (Full Episode) | KiliYT

Bubble Gang presents: The 12 Months of Christmas at ang 2013 best of the best countdown! Samahan ang barkada habang binabalikan ang pinakamakukulit, pinaka-iconic, at pinakanakakatawang skits ng taon. (Episode aired on December 27, 2013) GMA's KiliTV is now back on YouTube! Stream 'Bubble Gang' every Friday at 7 PM on YouLOL YouTube channel. #KiliYT For more Bubble Gang full episodes, click the link below: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_UmNDDvymmDBNN5sDUUbJ38YhIPwBUyq

Jinggoy Estrada perjury charges vs Brice Hernandez dismissed

Jinggoy Estrada perjury charges vs Brice Hernandez dismissed

MANILA, Philippines — The Quezon City prosecutor’s office dismissed the perjury charges filed by Sen. Jinggoy Estrada against former district engineer Brice Hernandez of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) for lack of sufficient evidence. READ: Estrada files 4 counts of perjury vs accuser Based on a 12-page resolution, the Quezon City prosecutor ruled that Estrada failed to establish reasonable evidence to convict Hernandez of perjury under Article 183 of the Revised Penal Code. The resolution stemmed from the four counts of perjury filed by Estrada against Hernandez in October, after the latter claimed during one of the […]... Keep on reading: Jinggoy Estrada perjury charges vs Brice Hernandez dismissed