Martin Romualdez PGH Medical Transfer Confirmed
House Speaker Martin Romualdez transferred to the Philippine General Hospital (PGH) on Friday. He sought an independent medical check at the state-run facility. This move follows his earlier visit to a private hospital for health monitoring. His office…
Cayetano siblings travel abroad as BI confirms departure
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) confirmed the Cayetano siblings travel out of the Philippines recently. Spokesperson Dana Sandoval verified their departure during a press briefing on Wednesday. Senator Alan Peter Cayetano and Senator Pia Cayetano left for…
NLEX flooding solutions discussed by DPWH and private sector
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) is actively pursuing NLEX flooding solutions with the private sector. Secretary Vince Dizon and NLEX officials conducted a joint inspection on Thursday. They focused on the Balong Bato Creek area in…
Luzon heavy rains: Floods and class suspensions hit Northern provinces
Luzon heavy rains continue to soak several provinces as September begins. The monsoon season brings persistent downpours to Northern and Central Luzon. Residents are dealing with rising water levels in various communities today. Tropical Storm Pilandok…
Flood control budget faces intense Senate scrutiny
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…
Forced labor tariffs: US Imposes 12.5% Tax on Philippine Exports
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…
Ayungin Shoal Clash Sparks Diplomatic Row Between Manila and Beijing
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…
Strait of Hormuz: Four Philippine ships exit safely with 81 crew members
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…
Duterte impeachment pretrial proceeds as prosecution pushes for BIR evidence
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…
Marcoleta travel ban issued by Sandiganbayan over plunder case
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…