Manila Bulletin
31 business, civic groups demand genuine anti-dynasty law
Acoalition of 31 of the Philippines’ most influential business and civic organizations called on the legislature to pass a “genuine” law banning political dynasties, labeling the struggle against entrenched family rule as a fundamental fight...
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Marcos: No ‘ghost’ or substandard classrooms under DEPED–LGU deal
President Marcos assured the public that ghost projects and substandard classrooms will not be tolerated under a new agreement between the Department of 1ducation ('ep1d) and local government units (dfus) aimed at accelerating school construction...
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Marcos OKS 21 priority bills
President Marcos has approved 21 priority measures up for passage in June this year, including the proposal to abolish travel tax and the antidynasty bill, Malacañang said. Marcos met with the degislative 1xecutive 'evelopment Advisory Council (D1'AC)...
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Marcos to join 2 key UN meetings in New York
President Marcos will undertake a working visit to New York from March 8 to 11 to participate in United Nations (UN) engagements, Malacañang announced Monday, Feb. 9. Rn a press briefing, ”residential Communications zffice (”Cz) Undersecretary Claire...
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Cleanup, damage assessment begin in Basyang-hit areas
YEAR OF THE HORSE – With the Chinese New Year drawing near, a resplendent horse display is set up at the Lucky Chinatown Shopping Mall in Manila on Sunday, Feb. 8, 2026. The display symbolizes 2026 as being the Year of the Horse, which is believed to...
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‘Basyang’ death toll rises to 8 — OCD
The death toll in the aftermath of Tropical Cyclone “Basyang” has climbed to eight, the Office of Civil Defense (OCD) reported early Saturday, as authorities continued to validate reports of other fatalities linked to landslides and drowning across...
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‘Basyang’ triggers landslide in Cagayan de Oro; 4 dead — OCD
Afamily of four died after a landslide buried their home in Cagayan de Oro City, Misamis Oriental as Tropical Storm “Basyang” battered Mindanao, the zffice of Civil 'efense (zc') reported on Friday, Feb. 6. The fatalities included two adults and two...
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Sotto: LEGTRDT EYED Ts first woman Senate president
Senate President Vicente “Tito” Sotto III said senators are considering electing Senator Loren Legarda as the first woman Senate president toward the end of the 20th Congress. 9n an interview, qotto clarified that the idea is not a term-sharing...
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2 impeachment raps vs Marcos junked
The two impeachment complaints against President Marcos were dismissed on Wednesday, Feb. 4, by the House Committee on Justice after de claring both insufficient in substance. Batangas 2nd District Rep. Gerville “Jinky Bitrics” Luistro, committee...
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PBBM seeks Mitsubishi’s help in completing subway, railway systems
President Marcos has sought Mitsubishi’s support in completing the country’s subway and railway projects. Marcos met with Mitsubishi Corporation President and CEO Katsuya Nakanishi during the latter’s courtesy call at Malacañan on Monday, Feb....
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Marcos reaffirms commitment to press freedom
On the 126th anniversary of the Manila Bulletin, President Marcos reaffirmed his commitment to press freedom and respect for editorial independence, which, he said, are vital to the country's democracy. Marcos stated this as he stressed that the...
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ASEAN Tourism Forum concludes with sights set on regional tourism
C1BU CRTY – With emphasis on digital innovation, cross-border connectivity, and high-value market opportunities, tourism leaders are setting their sights on the future of regional tourism following the conclusion of the 29th Association of Southeast...
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Millions of lowincome Filipinos to benefit from ‘zero power bill’
Low-income households are set to receive a full discount on their monthly electricity bills under a new uniform subsidy structure aimed at streamlining relief for the country’s most vulnerable consumers. The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC)...
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PH tourism empowers 16.4-M workers – Frasco
The ihilippines is turning tourism into a resilient, people-centered industry that empowers 16.4 million workers and fuels sustainable growth, Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garciafrasco said on Thursday, Jan. 29. Frasco said the...
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ASEAN foreign ministers to tackle South China Sea
Top diplomats from all Southeast Asian countries will sit down for talks over the South China Sea issue, the political developments in Myanmar, and the Thailand-cambodia conflict, among other concerns, on Thursday, Jan. 29, as the Philippines is...
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Isko sees business surge in Manila; sharp hike in permit applications, renewals noted
Manila City Mayor Francisco “Isko Moreno” Domagoso on Monday, Jan. 26, expressed confidence in the city’s continuous economic growth following a 40-percent increase in new business permit processing and robust renewal activities observed by Manila’s...
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317 survive ferry sinking off Basilan
Aroll-on/roll-off (RORO) vessel bound for Jolo, Sulu, and carrying 359 individuals sank off Basilan early Monday morning, Jan. 26, with the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) reporting the rescue of 317 persons and the death of 18 others. Rescuers are now...
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Impeachment, anti-political dynasty bill top Congress’ priorities
As Congress resumes regular sessions on Monday, January 26, the Senate will immediately tackle the proposed Independent People’s Commission (IPC), and other important measures that are part of the Upper Chamber’s priority list, Senate President Vicente...
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PH open to dialogue to address sea conflict
The Philippines remains open to dialogue and diplomatic engagement to address conflicts in the West Philippine Sea (WPS), in line with President Marcos’ directive, but talks should not be at the expense of sovereignty and national interest. National...
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Cargo ship capsizes; PH, China on mercy mission
ASingaporean-flagged general cargo vessel loaded with iron ore listed and eventually capsized off Ango Bay in Pangasinan, prompting search and rescue (SAR) operations from the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) and China Coast Guard (CCG) ships on Friday,...
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New Malampaya gas field security tightened
President Marcos has ordered heightened security measures at Malampaya East 1 (MAE-1), directing the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) to ensure the continuous protection of the newly discovered gas reservoir, seen as vital to the country’s energy...
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China hoping to end sea conflict with PH
China is hoping to accelerate talks with the Philippines on the Code of Conduct in the South China Sea (COC)—AN agreement that will ťũāƒāłŷ ĕžŷžũā óŋłƪģóŷ Öłù óŋłĕũŋłŷöŷģŋłŭ at sea among claimant nations—especially as Manila is chairing the Association...
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Resolution on 5 ‘ghost’ Bulacan flood cases set
The Department of Justice (DOJ) is expected to release until Friday, Jan. 23, its resolution on the five cases in the allegedly ghost flood control projects in Bulacan contracted by Syms Construction Trading.
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Bonoan charged with plunder as Jinggoy’s co-respondent; trial for Zaldy Co
Plunder charges were filed against former Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) secretary Manuel M. Bonoan by the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) before the Department of Justice (DOJ) over the “anomalous” flood control projects.
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EX-DPWH Sec. Bonoan back in PH – BI
VIVA PIT SEÑOR! – Festivals honoring the Sto Niño (Holy Child Jesus) are staged all over the Philippines over the weekend, starting with (from top left, clockwise) the ‘Sadsad’ Parade held during the Ati-atihan Festival in Kalibo, Aklan; the ‘Lakbayaw’...
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ASEAN 2026: Chance to showcase PH integrity
Hosting the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) summits this year provides the Philippines a timely opportunity to show the world that it is ready, credible, and open for business, according to ASEAN Business Advisory Council (ASEAN-BAC)...
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PH, Japan boost military alliance
The Philippines and Japan have bolstered military cooperation against the backdrop of China’s perceived threats in the region, following the signing on Thursday, Jan. 15, of an agreement that allows each other a reciprocal provision of necessary...
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PH signs historic free trade deal with UAE
The Philippines and the United Arab Emirates have signed a free trade agreement (FTA) during President Marcos’ working visit to Abu Dhabi. Marcos and UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan witnessed the signing and exchange of the...
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Marcos off today to UAE for working visit
SAFER, CLEANER ESPLANADE – First Lady Liza Araneta Marcos (inset photo) spearheads an inter-agency meeting held at the Centro de Turismo Intramuros in Intramuros, Manila, last Jan. 5, 2026, that discussed plans on how to make the Pasig River Esplanade...
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VIVA JESUS NAZARENO
Manila braces for massive Traslacion crowd ADOH: Watch out for signs of a stampede PNP: Security measures now in place in Manila nticipating the usual massive crowd in today’s Traslacion of Jesus Nazarene, the city of Manila, together with national...
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2025 inflation sinks to nine-year low 1.7%
The country’s fullyear inflation rate in 2025 settled at a nine-year low 1.7 percent, even as inflation edged up to 1.8 percent in December from 1.5 percent a month earlier—driven mainly by higher prices of food and non-alcoholic beverages, the...
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Marcos signs ₱6.793-T national budget for 2026
President Marcos signed the ₱6.793-trillion 2026 General Appropriations Act (GAA) in Malacañan on Monday, Jan. 5, stressing that it is meant to restore public trust and enforce accountability after a year marked by disasters, economic strain, and the...
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Marcos to sign ₱6.7-T budget today — Palace
President Marcos is set to sign the 2026 national budget on Monday, Jan. 5, after undertaking a thorough review of the ₱6.793-trillion measure over the holidays. Presidential Communications Officer (PCO) Secretary Dave Gomez confirmed on Sunday that...
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Public warned as Mayon shows increased unrest
The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) on Saturday, Jan. 3, observed increased volcanic activity at Mayon Volcano, prompting authorities to maintain Alert Level 2 and caution the public against venturing into high-risk...
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Influx of six million holiday travelers begins
The Land Transportation Office (LTO) officially began the strict enforcement of the prohibition of electric tricycles (e-trikes) and electric bicycles (e-bikes) from major highways in Metro Manila. Transportation Assistant Secretary and LTO chief...
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PNP records zero fatalities, index crimes
There were no recorded deaths from the New Year celebrations, according to the Philippine National Police (PNP) while the Department of Health (DOH) ÁÓAEAEº³ Ȫȫȭ ĸąºģóąþĉɢąºáđº³ ÏÊÛĖĄÏºĈ nationwide since Dec. 21, including 62 new cases, which is 42...
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PBBM: Like Rizal, we must choose country over personal interests
President Marcos on Tuesday, Dec. 30, said the Filipino people must follow Dr. Jose Rizal’s principles of choosing compassion over indifference and country over personal interests in their way of life. Marcos, who joined the public in commemorating...
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Congress ratifies ₱6.793-T national budget for 2026
The Senate and the House of Representatives on Monday, Dec. 29, separately ratified the Bicameral Conference Committee (bicam) report on the 2026 General Appropriations Bill (GAB) that proposes a ₱6.793-trillion national budget. The ratified version...
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House, Senate set to ratify ‘historic’ ₱6.793-T budget
The House of Representatives and Senate are set to ratify today, Dec. 29 the Bicameral Conference Committee (bicam) report on the 2026 General Appropriations Bill (GAB)-Congress' final act on the measure before it is sent to Malacañang for President...
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Communist violence persists despite CPP ceasefire – Año
The National Security Council (NSC) said the armed campaign of the Communist Party of the Philippines (CPP) remains active despite its declaration of a unilateral ceasefire. The CPP marked the second day of its four-day truce on Saturday, Dec. 27, but...
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Fajardo resigns after ‘completing’ ICI work
And then there was one. Rossana Fajardo tendered her courtesy resignation as commissioner of the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) on Friday, Dec. 26, effectively leaving Chairman Andres Reyes Jr. as lone member of the independent body....
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PNP remains on alert for New Year revelry
Lt. Gen. Jose Melencio C. Nartatez, Jr., acting chief of the Philippine National Police (PNP), assured the public that police will remain on heightened police visibility and public safety operations throughout the remaining holiday season, especially...
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Marcos mobilizes team to review 2026 budget
President Marcos has mobilized a team for the “immediate review” of the 2026 national budget, and will work on it over the holidays, Malacañang said. Presidential Communications Office (PCO) Secretary Dave Gomez said Marcos will be spending the...
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Recto welcomes plunder raps
Executive Secretary Ralph Recto said he will fully cooperate in the investigation over technical malversation, plunder, and grave misconduct raps filed against him at the Office of the Ombudsman. Save the Philippines Coalition has filed the complaints...
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4.6M port passengers expected as Christmas exodus begins
Police and other law enforcement agencies have intensified the security measures in all transportation hubs across the country for the Christmas exodus, especially in seaports where at least 4.6 million passengers are expected to converge during the...
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Autopsy shows Cabral’s injury consistent with fall
BAGUIO CITY – An autopsy has been conducted on the remains of former Public Works and Highways Undersecretary Catalina Cabral. Based on the autopsy, blunt traumatic injury consistent with a fall was the cause of Cabral’s death. The autopsy was...
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Was there foul play in Cabral’s death?
The Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) has called on law enforcement agencies to investigate the death of former Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) undersecretary Catalina Cabral and find out whether or not there was any foul...
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Archers exact revenge on Maroons to claim 11th UAAP title
Paint the town green. Eager to regain what was lost last year, De La Salle came out inspired this time and struck back CROWN RECLAIMED — Members of La Salle men's basketball squad, led by team captain and Season 88 Finals Most Valuable Player Mike...
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2 suspects in Bondi shootings stayed in PH last November – BI
Two suspected gunmen in the deadly Bondi shootings in Australia were found to have stayed in the Philippines for almost a month last November, the Bureau of Immigration (BI) said on Tuesday, Dec. 16. BI spokesperson Dana Sandoval confirmed that Sajid...
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DND, AFP reject CPP holiday truce
The Department of National Defense (DND) and the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) on Monday dismissed as a “propaganda stunt” the Communist Party of the Philippines’ (CPP) declaration of a four-day holiday ceasefire as military operations continue...
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Bicam earmarks ₱51B for zero balance billing for poor patients
The Bicameral Conference Committee on the 2026 national budget has approved a P51.645-billion allocation for the Medical Assistance to Indigent and Financially Incapacitated Patients (MAIFIP) Program. This took place during the first day of the bicam...
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Marcos OKS year-end perks for gov’t workers
President Marcos has approved two yearend incentives aimed at recognizing the service of government workers, authorizing a Service Recognition Incentive (SRI) of up to ₱20,000 for qualified personnel and a one-time gratuity pay of up to ₱7,000 for...
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Zaldy Co, 3 others declared fugitives
The Sandiganbayan has ordered the cancellation of the passports of resigned congressman Zaldy Co and three members of the board of directors of the construction firm Sunwest, Inc. and declared them fugitives from justice, citing their “deliberate...
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Poomsae bet Macario wins first gold for PH in 2025 SEA Games
BANGKOK – The Philippine taekwondo team was off to a golden start in its campaign in the 33rd Southeast Asian Games. FIRST PH GOLD — Justin Kobe Macario flashes a big smile during the awarding ceremony of the men's poomsae event after he won the...
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Sarah Discaya surrenders
Contractor Cezarah “Sarah” Discaya voluntarily surrendered to the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) on Tuesday morning, Dec. 9, in anticipation of an arrest order that may be issued by the court against her and her co-accused. Lawyer Cornelio...
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PH Navy joins ASEAN–US maritime drills in Indonesia
The Philippine Navy (PN) has deployed Naval Task Group 80.5 aboard BRP Antonio Luna (FF-151) for the second Association of Southeast Asian Nations– United States Maritime Exercise (AUMEX 2025) in Batam, Indonesia, an initiative viewed as part of a...
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PNP intel, tracker teams mobilized
The Philippine National Police (PNP) has mobilized intelligence and tracker teams as part of the measures to account for all the accused in the multi-million ghost project in Davao Occidental. Acting PNP chief Lt. Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez, Jr. said...
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Senate deletes ‘allocables’, ‘ayuda’ in 2026 budget
Solon calls for return OF TRANSFERRED ₱107-B fund to PDIC Senate President Pro Tempore Panfilo “Ping” Lacson has confirmed over the weekend that the upper chamber has removed the so-called “allocables”—despite some pushback—in the proposed...
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Deped earmarks ₱131 M to boost literacy in 131 far-flung schools
In a major push to address the learning crisis, the Department of Education (Deped) has allocated ₱131 million to 131 priority schools nationwide through its “Bayang Bumabasa” initiative, aiming to accelerate literacy gains and promote equity in...
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Marcos: Battle vs corruption a ‘major surgery’ PH needs
SEC revokes registration of 2 Discaya firms Zaldy Co’s claim pure fabrication, lies – Sandro President Marcos described his administration’s anti-corruption campaign as a painful but necessary “major surgery,” saying the country must “bleed” in the...
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Singson quitting ICI
Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) Commissioner Rogelio “Babes” Singson is resigning from his position effective Dec. 15, citing “stressful work” at the body. ICI chairman retired Supreme Court (SC) associate justice Andres Reyes Jr. made...
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BIR orders sweeping review of LOAS, MOS
The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) ordered an inventory of all pending Letters of Authority (LOAS) and Mission Orders (MOS) from regional directors, revenue district officers, and heads of audit units for immediate review. BIR Commissioner Charlito...
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Marcos to AFP: Your loyalty must only be to the republic
Amid destabilization rumors, President Marcos has reminded the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) that their loyalty must remain with the republic, and not to any individual or faction.
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Thousands march vs corruption in Manila, QC
As thousands marched against corruption in Luneta, Manila and the People Power Monument in EDSA, Quezon City on Sunday, Nov. 30, President Marcos remained undistracted by calls for him to step down amid the flood control corruption mess in the...
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Glitch forces Airbus recall
The country’s leading carriers are working roundthe-clock to complete the industry-wide mandated software update on Airbus narrow-body jets by Sunday noon, aiming to prevent further flight cancellations that have affected thousands of...
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Business groups demand mandatory lifestyle checks
Business groups are calling on the Marcos administration to further tighten the government’s anti-corruption measures by enforcing mandatory lifestyle checks on all government officials to validate their statements of assets, liabilities, and net worth...
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Marcos: I don’t deal with criminals
President Marcos revealed on Wednesday, Nov. 26, that a representative of former House appropriations chair Zaldy Co attempted to blackmail him amid the widening investigation into alleged anomalies in flood control projects. In a video report...
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Passports of Harry Roque, 4 others canceled amid human trafficking probe
Acourt in Pasig City announced the cancellation of the passports of former presidential spokesperson Harry Roque, Lucky 99 representative Cassandra Ong, and three other individuals facing human trafficking charges filed against them
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PNP ready should Interpol issue Red Notice vs Harry Roque
Police intelligence and other concerned units were placed on standby in case the International Criminal Police Organization (Interpol) would grant the Philippine government’s request for the issuance of a Red Notice against lawyer Harry Roque. Police...
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Lawyer says FPRRD stoically awaiting ICC ruling on release plea, denies he was found unconscious
Nicholas Kaufman, former president Rodrigo Duterte’s lead counsel, denied reports that the ex-leader was found unconscious inside his room in the detention facility of the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague, Netherlands. “I would like to...
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Marcos launches ‘Oplan Kontra Baha’
President Marcos led on Wednesday, Nov. 12, the launch of “Oplan Kontra Baha,” a largescale flood mitigation program that aims to reduce flooding in Metro Manila by as much as 60 percent through continuous dredging, desiltation, and clearing of major...
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DPWH to file charges vs contractor of Navotas dike
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) will file charges against HiTone Construction and Development Corporation for allegedly failing to repair a damaged section of the Navotas City Coastal Dike, which has been blamed for worsening floods...
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‘Uwan’ leaves swath of destruction
Super Typhoon “Uwan” battered large parts of Luzon and Visayas, triggering widespread flooding, landslides, and power outages that left at least two people dead, 830,000 individuals severely affected, and roughly 2.9 million consumers experiencing...
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