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In a landmark development, the House of Representatives on Tuesday approved House Bill 11376, which proposes a P200 legislated wage hike for private sector workers. The bill gained overwhelming support with 171 lawmakers voting in favor and only one opposing, marking the first congressional wage increase passed in 36 years. The proposed measure aims to … Read more
June 3, 2025 — Jubilant scenes erupted across Seoul on Tuesday evening, June 3, as exit polls indicated a sweeping victory for Lee Jae-myung of South Korea’s left-leaning Democratic Party in the country’s presidential election. Supporters gathered in major districts, waving party flags and chanting slogans as early data suggested a landslide win. The polls, … Read more
Filmmaker Darryl Yap entered a not guilty plea on Tuesday, June 3, in response to the cyberlibel charges filed by veteran actor-host Vic Sotto. The arraignment took place at the Muntinlupa Regional Trial Court (RTC) Branch 203, according to Yap’s legal counsel, Atty. Raymond Furtun. The case revolves around a controversial teaser from Yap’s film … Read more
Former actress-singer Lindsay Custodio has filed a formal complaint for violation of the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act (RA 9262) against her estranged husband, Frederick Cale, at the Quezon City Prosecutor’s Office on Monday, June 2. Accompanied by her legal counsel, Atty. Heyz Meking, Custodio accused Cale of subjecting her to various forms … Read more
The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) released its afternoon weather forecast for June 3, 2025, warning of rain and thunderstorms across several regions due to the continued influence of the Southwest Monsoon and the Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ). According to the bulletin, the Southwest Monsoon is currently affecting Luzon, particularly the Ilocos … Read more
Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Gen. Nicolas Torre III confirmed Monday that the police organization is preparing for any scenario involving the possible issuance of an arrest warrant by the International Criminal Court (ICC) against Senator Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa. Dela Rosa, who was recently reelected to the Senate, previously served as PNP chief and … Read more
In a striking scene during the resumption of the 19th Congress on Monday, June 2, Senator Risa Hontiveros delivered a privilege speech criticizing the postponement of the impeachment proceedings, only to be seemingly snubbed by Senate President Francis “Chiz” Escudero himself. Hontiveros took to the Senate floor to express her frustration over the June 11 … Read more
Actor Gerald Anderson has finally addressed the persistent breakup rumors involving him and longtime girlfriend Julia Barretto, assuring fans that their relationship is stronger than ever. Speaking on the latest episode of Toni Talks hosted by Toni Gonzaga, Anderson clarified the speculations head-on. “No, we’re okay,” he said when asked about the status of his … Read more
Russian-American vlogger Vitaly Zdorovetskiy is set to face trial in the Philippines next week for allegedly harassing and insulting Filipino citizens to create viral content, according to Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla. The controversial influencer will be tried on three counts of unjust vexation—a criminal offense under Philippine law, which could result in a sentence of … Read more
Former senator and defeated Caloocan mayoral candidate Antonio “Sonny” Trillanes IV took to social media to express his agreement with a netizen’s remark describing Senator Risa Hontiveros as “very presidential.” The comment referred to Hontiveros’ potential to lead the country in the 2028 presidential elections. Trillanes reposted the viral X (formerly Twitter) post that read, … Read more