DOJ: PH Protecting ICC Witnesses in Duterte Drug War Case

ICC Witnesses VS Duterte

Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla has confirmed that the Philippine government is currently protecting three to four witnesses involved in the International Criminal Court’s (ICC) investigation into former President Rodrigo Duterte’s controversial war on drugs. In a media briefing, Remulla disclosed that the ICC formally requested the Philippines to ensure the safety and well-being of … Read more

DOJ Assures Support for ICC Witnesses in Duterte Drug War Case

DOJ On ICC Witnesses

The Department of Justice (DOJ) confirmed on Wednesday that it will assist the International Criminal Court (ICC) in securing witnesses for the ongoing investigation into former President Rodrigo Duterte’s controversial war on drugs, which has led to accusations of crimes against humanity. Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla revealed during an interview on ANC’s “Headstart” that … Read more

ICC Prosecutor Opposes Duterte’s Request for Interim Release

Duterte Release Issue

The Office of the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC) has formally opposed the request of former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte for interim release, citing the risk of witness intimidation, obstruction of justice, and flight. In a response filed on June 23, the prosecution asserted that Duterte’s continued detention is necessary to ensure his … Read more

Padilla’s Move to Bring Back Duterte Rejected by Senate

Robin Padilla on Duterte Release

Senator Robin Padilla has filed a resolution calling for the immediate repatriation of former President Rodrigo Duterte from The Hague, where he is currently detained by the International Criminal Court (ICC) over alleged crimes against humanity committed during his administration’s controversial war on drugs. The resolution, filed on Monday afternoon, was not accepted by the … Read more

Mandaluyong Factory Worker Wins Historic ₱935 Million Jackpot

Male Factory Worker

A 28-year-old factory worker from Mandaluyong City has become the biggest jackpot winner in Philippine history, taking home a staggering ₱935 million after playing BingoPlus’ “Lucky Spin” online game feature. In an official statement, BingoPlus confirmed that the massive prize was won through its app’s Lucky Spin feature, a rewards-based tool that gives players chances … Read more

June 2025 MedTech SPLE Results: No Passers, Says PRC

MedTech

The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC), through the Board of Medical Technology, has released the results of the June 2025 Special Professional Licensure Examination (SPLE) for Medical Technologists. In an unexpected outcome, the PRC announced that no examinee passed the said licensure exam. The SPLE was conducted on June 6 and 7, 2025, in designated testing … Read more

Sara Duterte Cites One-Year Ban to Dismiss Impeachment Case

Sara Duterte Impeachment

Vice President Sara Duterte has formally submitted an Answer Ad Cautelam in response to the impeachment complaint filed against her, arguing that the case should be dismissed for violating the one-year bar rule under the 1987 Constitution. House of Representatives Spokesperson Atty. Princess Abante confirmed that the chamber received a copy of Duterte’s legal response … Read more

Ombudsman Tells VP Sara Duterte to Answer Confidential Fund Allegations

Ombudsman to Sara Duterte

The Office of the Ombudsman has formally directed Vice President Sara Duterte and nine other officials from the Department of Education (DepEd) and the Office of the Vice President (OVP) to submit their counter-affidavits in response to charges filed by the House of Representatives over the alleged misuse of confidential funds. In an order issued … Read more

Bong Go Speaks Out on 100th Day of Duterte’s ICC Arrest

Bong Go on Duterte on ICC

Senator Christopher “Bong” Go issued a heartfelt statement on June 19, marking the 100th day since former President Rodrigo Duterte was detained and transferred to The Hague, Netherlands, under the custody of the International Criminal Court (ICC). “Today, we remember the one hundredth day since they took former President Rodrigo Duterte to The Hague — … Read more

Comelec Cancels Duterte Youth Party-List Registration

Duterte Youth

The Commission on Elections (Comelec) Second Division has voted to cancel the registration of the Duterte Youth party-list, following years of legal scrutiny and unresolved petitions challenging its legitimacy. Comelec Chairman George Erwin Garcia confirmed on Wednesday that the commission’s decision will be formally promulgated the same day. The vote to cancel the party-list’s registration … Read more