Beneath the gleaming towers of Makati (financial district of Manila, where glass and steel rise as symbols of growth, lie communities of makeshift homes — fragile, crowded, and too often forgotten.
In the shadow of prosperity, a harder truth persists: studies have shown that entrenched political dynasties in the Philippines are closely tied to enduring poverty—where power remains concentrated, and opportunity struggles to reach those who need it most.

Clan wars: Dynasties tighten grip on the Philippines

Two-in-one challenge: Study shows poverty directly correlates with dynastic politics

Alex Eala beats Siegemund to advance at Miami Open

Filipino tennis star fights back to win in three sets 6-7, 6-3, 6-3

Alexandra Eala

Dirham gains vs INR, PKR, PHP. Should expats remit now?

Quick look at current exchange rates - as of March 19 - against the UAE dirham

Planning on remitting Indian rupee, Pakistan rupee or Philippine peso? Here’s how you can take advantage of remittance-beneficial rates and when.

Why did Alex Eala drop from career-high No 29 to No 50

Filipino tennis star is set to face Laura Siegemund on Thursday in Round of 64

Alexandra Eala of the Philippines and Linda Noskova of Czechia wait in the players tunnel before walking out onto court for their fourth round match of the BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells Tennis Garden on March 10, 2026 in Indian Wells, California.

How Filipinos can get documents apostilled fully online

Fully digital apostille system allows documents to be authenticated online

The initiative marks a significant milestone in the Philippines’ digital transformation and continued adherence to international standards on document authentication

Philippine: Huge cut in airport service, landing fees

Quicker fuel surcharge reviews aim to lower airfares in the Philippines

Aircraft at Manila's Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA).

Alex Eala faces her moment of truth in Miami

World No 29 drawn to meet Iga Swiatek in third round

Alexandra Eala of the Philippines plays Linda Noskova of Czechia during Day 7 of the BNP Paribas Open at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden on March 10, 2026 in Indian Wells, California.

Philippine peso hits record low against UAE dirham

Peso slides to new low while central bank steps in to steady markets

For now, favourable rates are prompting households to reassess strategy, deciding whether to lock in current levels or wait for another shift in the market.

Philippines: Perks for EV users highlighted

Philippines boosts EV adoption with institional incentives, charging mandates, tax perks

Filipino businessman Glenn Cuarto, a former OFW from the UAE, charges his Tesla Model 3 at a local mall (SM City).

Filipinos warned after UAE arrests over security videos

Filipinos in UAE warned not to share security incident videos after arrests

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Philippines: $5 billion surge in hydropower projects

Funding secured: Massive hydropower projects to help secure energy, stabilise power grid

A view of the Upper Wawa Dam operated by Manila-based Prime Infra Capital. The dam is located in Barangay San Rafael, Rodriguez (formerly Montalban), Rizal Province, Philippines.

Philippines: Coal dominates, why power rates are rising

A path to energy security: 62.5% of Asian country's energy comes from coal

Manila Electric Co (Meralco) linemen repair power meters atop electricity post at the port area of Metro Manila, Philippines.

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