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Lawyer and political commentator Atty. Jesus Nicardo Madarang Falcis III fired back at Senate President Francis “Chiz” Escudero on Monday after the latter sought his disbarment before the Supreme Court. The case stems from a series of sharp social media posts Falcis made between July and September 2025, which Escudero claimed were “irresponsible and malicious” … Read more
Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon confirmed in an interview with broadcaster Ted Failon that the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) is investigating the insurance coverage of thousands of flood control projects declared as “completed” but were later found to be either substandard or non-existent. During the radio interview, Failon pressed Dizon on the … Read more
Vice President Sara Duterte on Monday reiterated her call for the International Criminal Court (ICC) to grant the interim release of her father, former president Rodrigo Duterte, emphasizing that he should be allowed to return to their hometown in Davao City due to his deteriorating health. Speaking at a Senate press conference, the Vice President … Read more
Ako Bicol party-list Representative Zaldy Co on Monday announced his resignation from the House of Representatives following a swirl of corruption allegations tied to flood control projects and budget insertions—claims he has consistently denied while staying abroad. In a Facebook post, Co shared his resignation letter addressed to House Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III, dated … Read more
The Duterte family on Saturday revealed that former president Rodrigo Roa Duterte was found unconscious inside his detention facility at the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague, prompting renewed calls for his release on humanitarian grounds. Vice President Sara Duterte, in a strongly worded statement, said the family received “credible information” that her father … Read more
Malacañang announced on Friday that the Department of Justice (DOJ) will request the issuance of an Interpol blue notice against Ako Bicol Rep. Elizaldy “Zaldy” Co, who has been implicated in alleged kickbacks from questionable flood control projects and budget insertions. “Latest from DOJ… they will request a blue notice,” Palace Press Officer Claire Castro … Read more
BACOLOD CITY – A flood control project in Purok Malinong, Barangay 40, crumbled on Friday after heavy rains triggered by Severe Tropical Storm “Opong,” exposing questionable construction practices and fueling suspicions of government corruption. Images released by Brigada News FM 103.1 Bacolod showed broken portions of the structure, where thin layers of cement and a … Read more
September 26, 2025 – Severe Tropical Storm Opong (international name: Bualoi) is now traversing the Mindoro Strait, continuing to unleash heavy rains, strong winds, and dangerous sea conditions across large portions of Luzon and the Visayas. According to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA), the storm’s center was located at 4:00 p.m. … Read more
Pageant Universe has sparked strong public reactions after unveiling a striking corruption-inspired costume that symbolically portrays the country’s longstanding battle with graft. The concept comes at a time when outrage is intensifying over the multibillion-peso flood control controversy allegedly involving government officials, senators, congressmen, private contractors, and agencies such as the Department of Public Works … Read more
Malacañang on Thursday evening ordered the suspension of classes at all levels and government work in Metro Manila and several other provinces on Friday, September 26, as Severe Tropical Storm Opong continues to intensify and batter parts of Luzon and the Visayas. Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin issued Memorandum Circular No. 102, implementing the suspensions upon … Read more