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 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
Prosecutors at the International Criminal Court (ICC) have disclosed more than 1,300 pieces of evidence to the defense team of former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte, marking another major development in the crimes against humanity case linked to his controversial anti-drug campaign. In a public notification released by Pre-Trial Chamber I, the Office of the Prosecutor … Read more
The arrest of former President Rodrigo Duterte has been linked by former Narvacan, Ilocos Sur mayor Luis “Chavit” Singson to Duterte’s outspoken criticisms of the 2025 General Appropriations Act (GAA), a claim that has sparked renewed political debate and strong rebuttal from Malacañang. Speaking at a press conference on Monday, Singson alleged that Duterte became … Read more
The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) is facing renewed scrutiny after the Commission on Audit (COA) revealed that P647 million worth of scholarship funds under the CHED Merit Scholarship Programs (CMSPs) remained unliquidated as of the end of 2024. According to CHED’s 2024 Annual Audit Report, the unliquidated amount involves disbursements made by CHED Regional … Read more
Families of the missing sabungeros renewed their call for justice on Monday after formally asking the Department of Justice (DOJ) to reconsider its decision to dismiss the complaint against actress Gretchen Barretto, former National Capital Region Police chief Jonnel Estomo, and several other individuals. In a partial motion for reconsideration, the families requested that the … Read more
A light-hearted yet surprising incident in President Roxas, Capiz, has taken social media by storm after a crow was caught on camera stealing money intended as employee bonuses from Mayor Receliste Tanoy Escolin. The now-viral video shows Mayor Escolin during a community gathering as he prepares to distribute bonus money to his staff in celebration … Read more
As the calendar turns to 2026, the online community is buzzing with the latest revelations from renowned psychic Rudy Baldwin. In a Facebook video posted on December 31, Baldwin revisited a series of visions she originally shared in late 2025, painting a harrowing picture of the months ahead. Labeling 2026 as the “Year of Fear,” … Read more