Three members of the biker gang “Hell’s Angels” from New Zealand were barred from entering the Philippines, the Bureau of Immigration (BI) said on Thursday, Feb. 12. BI Commissioner Joel Anthony M. Viado identified the three New Zealanders as Alexander Michael Schmalkuchen, Stanley Savinata...
A coalition 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 against systemic corruption. In a joint statement...
Organizers of the People Power 40 kick-off concert said the Feb. 21 event at the Quezon Memorial Circle will carry the theme “Awit at Aksyon Kontra Korapsyon” as it seeks to link the legacy of the 1986 uprising with renewed calls to combat corruption. The Mayors for Good Governance and Kaya...
CARMONA CiTY Cavite--Lanao del Sur 1st district Rep. Zia Alonto Adiong has practically guaranteed the passage of the proposed Anti-Political Dynasty Law at the committee level, as he cited the clear clamor for the measure in and out of the House of Representatives. "This will certainly pass at the...
Senators on Thursday, February 12 backed calls to replace the Chinese ambassador in Manila after their embassy spokesperson released fresh tirades against members of the Senate, particularly Senate President Vicente “Tito” Sotto III. Sen. Joseph Victor “JV” Ejercito said Ambassador Jing...
The Department of Education (DepEd) on Thursday, February 12, welcomed support from education stakeholders, including governors and teachers, for its strengthened DepEd–LGU partnership aimed at accelerating classroom construction nationwide following the allocation of P9.6 billion under the 2026...
China’s embassy in Manila urged the Philippines to speak with a “unified and constructive voice” as it blamed Filipino officials for triggering recent exchanges amid Manila’s maritime spokesman’s call for calm and professional diplomatic engagement despite tensions. Chinese Embassy...
Fiscal authorities in the Philippines should begin phasing out select exemptions from the 12-percent value-added tax (VAT) and income tax holidays (ITH), increase coal excise taxes, and strengthen other revenue measures to generate additional revenue and reduce the country’s bloating debt pile....
Farmers in the country can expect faster access to technologies, training, and other support, President Marcos vowed on Thursday, Feb. 12. Speaking at the inauguration of the Mahayag Dam Project in Zamboanga del Sur, Marcos assured farmers that the government will continue supporting them to...
Two motorcycle-riding men allegedly under the influence of alcohol crashed into two other individuals onboard another motorcycle in Barangay Inarawan, Antipolo City, Rizal, early Thursday morning, Feb. 12. The Antipolo City Police said the two intoxicated men were driving along Marcos Highway when...
President Marcos has ordered governors to immediately distribute relief and recovery assistance to calamity-stricken communities. Marcos made the directive when he convened a meeting with governors from provinces severely affected by Tropical Storm Basyang and some Cabinet members, Malacañang said...
The House of Representatives has approved in plenary bills designating a "Jesus Reigns National Day of Worship" and a "Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe Day". Overwhelmingly passed on third and final reading during plenary session Wednesday, Feb. 11 were House Bill (HB) No. 7368 and HB No. 7303....
