The legal battle for former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte’s interim release from the International Criminal Court (ICC) is far from over. Following the rejection of his initial appeal, his lead defense counsel, Nicholas Kaufman, has announced plans to “reintroduce” the request, hinging the new submission on the forthcoming results of Duterte’s comprehensive medical evaluation. The … 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
In a rapidly trending clip circulating across social platforms, former presidential spokesperson Harry Roque was seen hauling an unusually large number of suitcases at an airport — a moment that instantly fueled online chatter speculating he was attempting to flee. The post’s caption amplified the narrative, boldly stating, “TATAKAS talaga si HARRY POQUE! Dala lahat … Read more
Senate President Vicente “Tito” Sotto III has publicly criticized Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa for his prolonged absence from the plenary session, specifically noting his failure to defend the proposed 2026 budget for key security agencies. Dela Rosa, who chairs and vice-chairs crucial committees, has been absent since the Senate resumed session on November 11 … Read more
The Senate signaled full alignment on Monday as several lawmakers rallied behind the Department of Education’s (DepEd) proposed P1.044-trillion budget for 2026, positioned as the largest allocation for education in Philippine history. The move underscores a shared commitment to rebooting the country’s learning ecosystem and driving long-term value creation for future generations. Senator Sherwin Gatchalian, … Read more
In a move that’s generating major visibility across the public discourse, former presidential spokesperson Harry Roque delivered a clarifying update on Tuesday, Nov. 25, regarding the swirl of speculation surrounding his supposed arrest in the Netherlands. During a YouTube livestream, Roque asserted that no such arrest took place and emphasized that his halted travel to … Read more
The Senate’s budget discussions for the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) took an unexpected turn after Senate President Tito Sotto raised a high-visibility inquiry: circulating reports that former presidential spokesperson Harry Roque had been arrested in the Netherlands, allegedly following the cancellation of his passport over human trafficking charges. During the session, Senator Imee Marcos, … Read more
Former Ako Bicol party-list representative Zaldy Co, a key stakeholder in the multibillion-peso flood control controversy, has been traced to Japan as the government accelerates enforcement actions following the issuance of arrest warrants. Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla confirmed the development on Friday, underscoring that the administration is pushing end-to-end accountability to maintain operational integrity across … Read more
The year-end rush is officially on! As the holiday season approaches, the Philippine government, through the Official Gazette, has released the confirmed list of nationwide regular and special non-working days for December 2025, promising Filipinos five strategic days off for rest, celebration, and long weekends. Whether you’re planning a trip, a family reunion, or a … Read more
Vice President Sara Duterte and her husband, lawyer Manases Carpio, reported a total of 29 real properties in their 2024 Statement of Assets, Liabilities, and Net Worth (SALN), with the bulk of holdings concentrated in Davao City. This latest filing, covering June 30, 2022, to December 31, 2024, was sourced from GMA Integrated News Research. … Read more