Senate Minority Leader Koko Pimentel has called on Senate President Francis “Chiz” Escudero to explain why the scheduled presentation of the articles of impeachment against Vice President Sara Duterte was moved from June 2 to June 11. Originally slated for Monday, the presentation was postponed by Escudero, citing the need to prioritize legislative measures that … Read more
Two judges overseeing the crimes against humanity case against former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte at the International Criminal Court (ICC) have firmly rejected calls for their disqualification, labeling the request as “groundless.” In a three-page response dated May 22, Judges Reine Adélaïde Sophie Alapini-Gansou and María del Socorro Flores Liera asserted their commitment to impartiality … Read more
In a significant move that revives a legacy in Philippine broadcasting, DWPM Radyo 630 has officially been rebranded as DZMM Radyo Patrol 630, according to a press release issued Thursday by the Philippine Collective Media Corporation (PCMC). The rebranding takes effect on May 29 at 8:00 p.m., bringing back a name long associated with public … Read more
The camp of Bacolod City Mayor Alfredo Abelardo “Albee” Benitez has broken its silence amid a complaint filed against him by his estranged wife, Dominique Lopez-Benitez, under the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act (RA 9262). In a statement issued by Atty. Peter Sanchez, legal counsel for the mayor, described the accusations as “baseless … Read more
President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. has officially named Police Major General Nicolas Torre III as the new chief of the Philippine National Police (PNP), Malacañang announced on Thursday, May 29. Torre, a seasoned police officer with a long history of leadership in high-profile law enforcement roles, takes over the reins of the 230,000-strong national police … Read more
On Wednesday, May 28, 2025, the government of Timor-Leste released an official statement regarding the arrest of former Negros Oriental 3rd District Representative Arnolfo “Arnie” Teves Jr., who had been living in the country for more than two years. The statement marked a critical stance on Teves’ continued presence, which Timor-Leste said had strained relations … Read more
The 2025 local elections may be over, but political tensions remain high at the Cebu Provincial Capitol. Just a week after the May 12 polls, outgoing Governor Gwendolyn Garcia drew criticism for proposing a supplemental budget amounting to ₱1.2 billion. The additional funding request has since triggered heated debates, walkouts, and protests, with accusations of … Read more
Iloilo City Mayor Jerry P. Treñas has publicly shown his support for Coffeebreak Cafe International, Inc., following a harsh food review from popular content creator Euleen Castro, known online as “Pambansang Yobab.” In a now-viral TikTok video, Castro criticized the food and drinks she and her companions ordered at the café. “Nag-try kami dito sa … Read more
The Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) of the Philippine National Police (PNP) has expressed strong confidence that the International Criminal Police Organization (Interpol) will soon issue a red notice against former presidential spokesperson Harry Roque, who is currently facing a human trafficking case linked to illegal offshore gaming operations in the Philippines. CIDG Director … Read more
Lawyer Priscilla Marie “Princess” Abante has been officially appointed as the spokesperson of the House of Representatives for both the current 19th and the incoming 20th Congress. House Secretary General Reginald Velasco issued the designation, entrusting Abante with the vital role of representing the institution and upholding its integrity in the face of increasing disinformation. … Read more