The Senate is now scrutinizing the flood control budget worth P107 billion after recent severe storms. Lawmakers want to know why massive flooding still occurs despite these high costs. Public anger rose after Metro Manila submerged during the last monsoon …
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Nations are now adopting strict AI regulation to manage emerging digital tools. Lawmakers want to protect citizens from potential software harms. These new rules target high-risk systems specifically. Companies must prove their software is safe before any public launch. Regulators …
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US President Donald Trump imposed forced labor tariffs on 60 trading partners. This list includes the Philippines. The new policy increases the tax on imported goods. It targets countries the US suspects of using forced labor. The US believes these …
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The Philippines and China summoned each other’s ambassadors following a recent Ayungin Shoal clash in disputed waters. Both nations traded accusations over the maritime incident. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. strongly condemned the actions of the Chinese Coast Guard on Monday. …
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The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) confirmed the safe passage of four Philippine ships through the Strait of Hormuz. These vessels carried a total of 81 Filipino seafarers. They successfully navigated the volatile waterway without any reported incidents. The DFA …
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The Duterte impeachment pretrial moves forward as the House prosecution panel requests to open a specific BIR box. Prosecutors state this action serves the interest of justice. They believe the box contains records related to the Vice President’s finances. This …
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Food safety is now a global priority and a shared responsibility. Experts believe that everyone must participate in maintaining high standards. This collective effort protects public health and strengthens local economies. The World Health Organization states that contaminated food causes …
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Philippine President Bongbong Marcos welcomes Vietnamese leader Tô Lâm to Manila this week. This high-profile state visit aims to strengthen the strategic trade partnership between the two nations. Officials at the Malacañang compound displayed national flags to honor the visiting …
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The International Criminal Court (ICC) officially scheduled the Duterte ICC trial for November 30, 2026. Trial Chamber III issued this directive regarding the case of former president Rodrigo Duterte. The case involves alleged crimes against humanity during his administration’s war …
The Sandiganbayan Fourth Division issued a Marcoleta travel ban following a plunder complaint. This order prevents Sagip Party-list Representative Rodante Marcoleta from leaving the country. The court also included former Quezon City Representative Michael Defensor in the order. Businessmen Joseph …
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