As fuel prices continue to climb worldwide, an old promise made to Olympic champion Hidilyn Diaz has resurfaced online, sparking renewed discussion about incentives given to athletes and how corporate commitments are interpreted over time. The debate gained traction as global oil prices surged due to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Amid rising gasoline … Read more
The legal team of Vice President Sara Duterte has formally entered its appearance before the House Committee on Justice as impeachment proceedings against her continue to gain national attention. The committee received the Appearance Ad Cautelam submitted by the Vice President’s lawyers on March 9, 2026. The document was filed by lawyers from the Fortun … Read more
Jeepney drivers across the Philippines are urging the government to suspend fuel excise taxes as soaring oil prices sharply reduce their daily earnings. Transport group Manibela said the recent spike in fuel costs has already slashed drivers’ take-home pay by nearly half, pushing many to the brink of financial hardship. During a House transportation committee … Read more
The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) has uncovered inconsistencies in the claims of individuals who alleged they served as “bagmen” for former Ako Bicol party-list representative Elizaldy Co, according to NBI Director Melvin Matibag. In a media interview at the NBI headquarters in Pasay City on Wednesday, Matibag revealed that eight out of the 18 … Read more
Senator Rodante Marcoleta has once again criticized Senate President Pro Tempore and Blue Ribbon Committee chair Panfilo Lacson over the continued delay in releasing a committee report on the alleged flood control scandal, seven months after the Senate investigation began. In a privilege speech delivered at the Senate of the Philippines, Marcoleta said the public … Read more
In a historic and highly consequential shift, Mojtaba Khamenei has been named the new Supreme Leader of Iran, succeeding his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, following a decision by the Assembly of Experts. The announcement, carried by Iranian state media, came after weeks of speculation about Ali Khamenei’s declining health and his sudden withdrawal from public … Read more
Batangas 2nd District Representative Jinky Luistro has publicly denied any knowledge of an alleged multi-million peso debt to the law firm of Atty. Manases Carpio, husband of Vice President Sara Duterte. The statement comes amid online discussions and renewed scrutiny of financial claims reportedly linked to the congresswoman. In a widely circulated video, Luistro emphasized … Read more
The prosecution team at the International Criminal Court (ICC), led by Deputy Prosecutor Mame Mandiaye Niang, has formally asked the court’s Pre-Trial Chamber to clarify the role of six Filipino lawyers linked to the defense of former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte. In a recent filing, prosecutors requested that the chamber require Duterte’s legal team to … Read more
In the past few days, a viral video circulated on social media showing a woman who was allegedly inside a building in Dubai when a missile strike reportedly hit the area. The video quickly spread online after claims surfaced that the incident happened during a missile attack reportedly launched by Iran as retaliation for attacks … Read more
A new statement from Atty. Carlo Ybanez has reignited public discussion following the controversial remarks made by Bong Suntay about actress Anne Curtis. In a Facebook post, Ybanez addressed a key question circulating online: Can Suntay be sued over his remarks, particularly his admission of “pag-init” or expressing desire? According to the lawyer, while many … Read more