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The International Criminal Court (ICC) has rejected a request from the legal team of former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte seeking permission to appeal the court’s earlier refusal to disclose communications between the ICC Registry and the panel of medical experts evaluating his fitness to stand trial. In a five-page decision dated January 9, the ICC … Read more
The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) released its official weather forecast for Monday, January 12, 2026, warning of widespread rain over large portions of Luzon due to the combined effects of the Shear Line, the Northeast Monsoon, and the Easterlies. According to PAGASA, the Shear Line continues to affect the eastern sections … Read more
The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) released its official weather forecast for Saturday, January 10, 2026, warning residents in several regions of possible flash floods and landslides due to persistent rains brought by multiple weather systems affecting the country. Weather Systems Affecting the Country According to PAGASA, three major weather systems are … Read more
Marian Rivera has firmly denied online speculation claiming that she and her husband, actor Dingdong Dantes, are the “power couple” at the center of a viral blind item alleging serious marital problems and infidelity. The rumor first circulated on Facebook, where a blind item described an unnamed celebrity couple whose marriage was allegedly falling apart … Read more
Senate President Vicente “Tito” Sotto III has strongly dismissed allegations made by Senator Imee Marcos that supposed maneuverings in the 2026 national budget could be used to fuel another impeachment bid against Vice President Sara Duterte, describing the claims as “unfair and baseless.” Speaking on Friday, Sotto said lawmakers couldn’t use the 2026 General Appropriations … Read more
A terminal structure made largely of bamboo at the Dahican Terminal Complex in Mati City has gone viral on social media, igniting intense public discussion about government spending, construction standards, and accountability. The project, valued at nearly ₱7 million, has drawn attention after netizens questioned whether the cost is justified based on the structure’s visible … Read more
The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) on Thursday released its nationwide weather forecast for January 8, 2026, warning of heavy rainfall in parts of Southern Luzon due to the prevailing Shear Line, while the Northeast Monsoon and Easterlies continue to influence the rest of the country. According to PAGASA’s morning bulletin, the … Read more
The children of former president Rodrigo R. Duterte have renewed their appeal before the Supreme Court (SC), urging the high court to order their father’s return to the Philippines from The Hague, Netherlands, where he has been detained by the International Criminal Court (ICC) since March last year. In memoranda filed in connection with their … Read more
Several devotees of the Black Nazarene expressed disappointment and concern on Wednesday, Jan. 7, after learning that the traditional Pahalik at the Quirino Grandstand would officially begin much later than in previous years. Many devotees said they arrived before dawn, expecting the religious ritual to start early in the morning as it traditionally does. Instead, … Read more
Filipino actress and television host Anne Curtis is mourning the passing of her father, James E. Curtis-Smith, a respected family figure and war veteran, who died peacefully, as confirmed in a touching social media announcement released on Wednesday, January 7. In a joint Instagram post shared by Anne and her sister, actress Jasmine Curtis-Smith, the … Read more