The Sandiganbayan Third Division has issued a warrant of arrest against former senator Ramon “Bong” Revilla Jr. and six other individuals in connection with a non-bailable malversation case linked to an anomalous flood control project in Pandi, Bulacan. The arrest warrant, dated January 19, also carries a hold departure order barring all respondents from leaving … Read more
In a move that has sent shockwaves through the Philippine political landscape, the first formal impeachment complaint against President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. was officially filed at the House of Representatives today, January 19, 2026. The filing marks a significant escalation in political tensions, representing the first direct legal challenge to the President’s incumbency since … Read more
The International Criminal Court’s (ICC) Appeals Chamber delivered a decisive blow to former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte on Friday, rejecting his appeal for a conditional release from detention. This judgment affirms the earlier ruling by the Pre-Trial Chamber I, ensuring Duterte will remain at the ICC detention center in The Hague, Netherlands. Detention Deemed Necessary … Read more
MANILA, Philippines – Juan Ponce Enrile, one of the most enduring and controversial figures in Philippine politics, has passed away at the age of 101. His death was confirmed by his daughter, Katrina Ponce Enrile, who announced that the former Senate President and Chief Presidential Legal Counsel died peacefully at his home on Thursday, November … Read more
A powerful magnitude 6.9 earthquake struck off the coast of Davao Oriental on Friday evening, October 10, 2025, marking the second major tremor to hit the region within a single day. The quake, recorded at 7:12 p.m., followed a stronger magnitude 7.4 earthquake that rattled Mindanao earlier in the morning. According to the Philippine Institute … Read more
Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin “Boying” Remulla has approved the request of the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) to issue an Immigration Lookout Bulletin Order (ILBO) against several lawmakers and government officials allegedly involved in the controversial flood control projects across the country. The confirmation came from Department of Justice (DOJ) spokesperson Assistant Secretary Mico Clavano, … Read more
A magnitude 5.0 earthquake struck near Northern Samar early Thursday evening, October 2, 2025, according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS). The tremor was recorded at 6:21 p.m., with its epicenter located at 12.34°N, 124.11°E—around 7 kilometers north-northeast of San Vicente, Northern Samar. PHIVOLCS reported that the quake was tectonic in origin, … Read more
Ricky Hatton, the former world boxing champion and one of Britain’s most celebrated fighters, has died at the age of 46. Police confirmed that Hatton was found unresponsive at his home in Hyde, Greater Manchester, early this morning, September 14. A cordon remains in place outside his residence as officers continue routine inquiries. In a … Read more
Senator Vicente “Tito” Sotto III was formally elected as the new Senate President on Monday, September 8, 2025, succeeding Senator Francis “Chiz” Escudero. The leadership change was carried out during a session at the Senate, following a swift vote of support from the majority bloc. Alongside Sotto’s election, Senator Panfilo “Ping” Lacson also took his … Read more
President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. has extended a new government role to former Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Police General Nicolas Torre III, this time focusing on anti-graft initiatives, Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla confirmed on Wednesday. In an interview featured in Mariz Umali’s exclusive report for 24 Oras, Remulla emphasized that Torre’s removal as PNP … Read more