Philippines

Simpleng Alitan sa Pagparada, Nauwi sa Pamamaril—7-Taong-Gulang na Bata, Kabilang sa Tatlong Sugatan

HINIGARAN, NEGROS OCCIDENTAL — Nauwi sa pamamaril ang isang pagtatalo tungkol sa nakaparadang sasakyan sa Barangay Dos, Hinigaran, Negros Occidental, na ikinasugat ng tatlong katao, kabilang ang isang 7-taong-gulang na bata. Batay sa paunang ulat ng pulisya na iniulat ng GMA Regional TV Ratsada Balita, nagsimula ang insidente nang hilingin umano ng suspek na bahagyang ilipat ang isang sasakyang nakaparada sa gilid ng kalsada upang makadaan. Sa halip na matapos sa simpleng pag-uusap, uminit uma

September 1, 2026

Philippines

PRA Orders DPWH to Reveal All Laguna de Bay Reclamation Projects—What Will the List Expose?

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Reclamation Authority (PRA) has ordered the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) to submit an inventory of projects around Laguna de Bay that may have reclamation components, escalating a government inquiry into controversial development activities along the lake’s Taguig shoreline. The directive comes after questions were raised over projects allegedly involving reclamation work in the Taguig portion of Laguna de Bay and whether the necessary gove

September 1, 2026

Philippines

18-Year-Old Found Tied to Tree in Iloilo With Knife Wound—What Happened Before His Final Moments?

ILOILO CITY — A disturbing killing in Iloilo City is under investigation after an 18-year-old man was found bound to a tree with severe stab wounds in Barangay Calaparan, Arevalo district, on Sunday night, August 30. The victim, identified by Panay News as Aaron Bacolinao, was discovered after authorities received a report from a concerned resident who heard cries for help. He was found tied to a tree in Zone 10 of the barangay and was rushed to the Western Visayas Medical Center. Bacolinao la

September 1, 2026

Philippines

Rodriguez Mayor Says Flood-Hit Residents Should Build Second Floors — But One Question Is Swamping the Plan: Who Pays?

RODRIGUEZ, Rizal — After another night of frightening flash floods sent families scrambling for safety in Rodriguez, Rizal, Mayor Ronnie Evangelista has offered residents of some of the municipality’s most flood-prone communities a stark proposal: build upward. The mayor said households repeatedly exposed to flooding may have to convert their homes into two-storey structures, arguing that Rodriguez — still widely known by its former name, Montalban — sits in a geographic position that makes flo

September 1, 2026

Philippines

Metro Manila Haze Pushes Air Quality to ‘Acutely Unhealthy’ in Two Cities as Indonesia Fires Intensify

MANILA, Philippines — A blanket of haze has reached parts of Metro Manila, CALABARZON and MIMAROPA, sending air pollution readings to dangerous levels in several areas as Philippine authorities investigate whether smoke from raging forest and peatland fires in Indonesia has been carried north toward the country. The Department of Environment and Natural Resources-Environmental Management Bureau (DENR-EMB) said the haze observed over parts of Luzon and MIMAROPA was possibly associated with smoke

September 1, 2026

Philippines

Sara Duterte Impeachment Trial Enters Day 20—Then This AFP Testimony Takes Center Stage

MANILA, Philippines — The impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte enters its 20th day on Tuesday, September 1, with the Senate impeachment court turning its attention to military certifications allegedly used to support the liquidation of confidential funds spent by the Department of Education (DepEd) during Duterte’s tenure as education secretary. The House prosecution is set to present retired Colonel Manaros Boransing II as its latest witness. His testimony is expected to focus on A

September 1, 2026

Philippines

Sara Duterte Impeachment Day 20 Turns to AFP Witnesses — But One ₱15-Million Question Could Change the DepEd Fund Case

MANILA, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial enters Day 20 on Tuesday, September 1, with the spotlight shifting to military officers whose signatures became part of a controversial paper trail involving confidential funds at the Department of Education. And the central question is deceptively simple: What exactly were those military certifications meant to prove? Retired Col. Manaros Boransing II is expected to take the witness stand before the Senate impeachment court

September 1, 2026

Business

Hans Sy and Wife Caroline Joined Richard Lim’s Birthday Surprise — But His Biggest 2026 Assignment Is Still Ahead

MANILA, Philippines — Karate Pilipinas president Richard Lim received an intimate birthday surprise with a high-profile guest list, as businessman Hans Sy and his wife Caroline Sy joined Lim’s family for the celebration. Bilyonaryo reported on August 30 that Hans and Caroline helped make Lim’s birthday memorable by joining his family for a surprise dinner, offering a rare glimpse of the personal friendships surrounding one of Philippine sports’ most influential administrators. The gathering ma

August 31, 2026

Philippines

Man Found Dead Under Bridge in Naga City, Cebu—What Happened Before His Body Was Discovered?

A 51-year-old cook was found dead beneath a bridge in Naga City, Cebu, early Monday morning, August 31, prompting authorities to investigate the circumstances surrounding his death. The man was discovered in the area of Sitio Paradise, Barangay Pangdan, shortly after 6 a.m., according to reports from Cebu Daily News and SunStar Cebu. Police and investigators responded to the scene and examined the area where the victim was found. Photos from the scene show police personnel and investigators wo

August 31, 2026

Entertainment

Nikki Huang Has Traveled to Some of the World’s Most Beautiful Places — But One Companion Keeps Appearing in Her Sweetest Memories

For someone whose life regularly crosses paths with luxury fashion, international travel and some of the world’s biggest style capitals, Nikki Huang’s most treasured travel companion may be the least concerned about what anyone is wearing. The Rustan’s executive recently turned the spotlight away from fashion and onto her four-legged best friend, sharing another affectionate glimpse of the canine companion that has apparently been part of some of her sweetest memories on the road. Bilyonaryo d

August 31, 2026