The Office of the Ombudsman has given Leyte 1st District Rep. Martin Romualdez, as well as other respondents, 15 days to submit their counter-affidavits in connection with the investigation into alleged irregularities in flood control projects. Assistant Ombudsman Mico Clavano confirmed on Tuesday,...
The Philippines is preparing to launch a liquid-fueled sounding rocket from Cagayan in 2027, with the Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) describing the test as part of efforts to develop local expertise in rocket technology and lay the groundwork for a future Philippine spaceport. President Ferdinand...
Six minors were taken into custody by the Quezon City Police District (QCPD) on Monday, July 27, for alleged vandalism during protest actions linked to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s fifth State of the Nation Address (SONA). Philippine National Police chief Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr....
Multisectoral groups staged protest rallies along Commonwealth Avenue in Quezon City on Monday, July 27, pressing demands for government action on hunger, poverty, rising fuel and electricity prices, job insecurity, and corruption in time for President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s fifth State of the...
A broad coalition of church leaders, religious groups, and faith-based organizations has called for independent investigations and the prosecution of those involved in alleged corruption in flood control projects, saying the Filipino people deserve accountability beyond government admissions and...
As President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. prepares to deliver his State of the Nation Address (SONA), the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) highlighted its accomplishments in the government 's continuing fight against hunger and poverty, investment in human capital, protection of...
No tropical cyclone is expected to affect the country as President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. delivers his State of the Nation Address (SONA) on Monday, July 27, although Metro Manila may experience isolated rain showers or thunderstorms. Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services...
For Filipinos, the State of the Nation Address has long evolved into something far bigger than a constitutional obligation. Sure, it 's the President 's yearly report card to the nation, laying out achievements, promises, and plans for the months ahead. But if history is any indication,...
With his State of the Nation Address (SONA) just three days away, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is expected to face calls from Filipinos to address corruption, particularly the investigation and accountability of those involved in the flood control projects scandal, a Pulse Asia survey released on...
The Quezon City government has declared a citywide suspension of classes at all levels in public and private schools on Monday, July 27, as President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is set to deliver his State of the Nation Address (SONA). Under Executive Order No. 23, series of 2026, signed by Mayor Ma....
Newly installed Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Chief of Staff Gen. Antonio G. Nafarrete on Tuesday, July 21, vowed to further strengthen the country 's territorial defense, accelerate military modernization, and invest more in soldiers as he assumed leadership of the country 's...
Half of Filipinos are not satisfied with the performance of President Marcos, Pulse Asia’s latest survey disclosed on Monday, July 20. On the other hand, the same survey revealed that Vice President Sara Duterte getting majority approval and trust rating amid the issues hurled against her that...
