Gov’t can fund initial crisis aid, needs backup
The Philippine government can bankroll its initial response to emerging global shocks using existing funds, but may need congressional support to include a special appropriation if pressures persist, Socioeconomic Planning Secretary Arsenio Balisacan told lawmakers on Monday.
Over 1-M bank accounts hacked as cybercrime shifts to stolen logins
More than one million online banking accounts were compromised in 2025 as cybercriminals shifted tactics toward stealing login credentials and reusing stolen data, according to a new report from Kaspersky. The report shows attackers are moving away from traditional banking malware on computers and instead relying on social engineering schemes and dark web marketplaces, while threats targeting mobile devices continue to rise.
PDRF, Baguio City partner to boost water resilience
The Philippine Disaster Resilience Foundation (PDRF) and the Baguio City government have signed an agreement to launch a program aimed at improving the city’s resilience to climate and disaster risks, with a focus on water supply.
SM Supermalls leads nationwide coastal cleanups for World Water Day
In observance of World Water Day, SM Supermalls, through its corporate social responsibility arm SM Cares, conducted coastal cleanup drives across six locations involving seven malls nationwide.
Manila Water sends emergency supply to Tondo amid service disruption
Residents in Tondo, Manila are receiving emergency water supply after a pipe break in Maynilad’s network caused service interruptions in the area.
