
Gatchalian bloc courts more senate defectors
Without it, the standoff will persist, as the High Court is unlikely to meddle in the affairs of a coequal branch of government.
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Without it, the standoff will persist, as the High Court is unlikely to meddle in the affairs of a coequal branch of government.
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The Supreme Court (SC) on Wednesday dismissed a petition seeking to validate the presence of 12 senators as a lawful quorum during the controversial 3 June…
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Vice President Sara Duterte on Wednesday said the Senate’s internal leadership dispute reflects a lack of direction and vision, as uncertainty continues to…
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The trial of former President Rodrigo Duterte at the International Criminal Court (ICC) could last more than a year but is unlikely to go beyond two years, his…
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First Gen Corporation (FGen) has responded to fresh allegations raised by the majority faction of the Lopez family regarding its recent P75-billion hydropower…
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The Philippines is in a strategic position to lead Southeast Asia in implementing the landmark Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ) treaty, with…
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As this dispute inevitably heads toward the Supreme Court, the immediate focus must shift back to the welfare of the nation. The country cannot afford an idle…
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A key governing body of the International Criminal Court (ICC) on Monday suspended chief prosecutor Karim Khan as he faces sexual abuse allegations involving a…
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Former Supreme Court Associate Justice Antonio Carpio has urged the Philippine government to file a formal protest against China’s declaration under the High…
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The majority faction of the Lopez family has reignited its feud with Federico R. “Piki” Lopez, questioning First Gen Corp.’s recent P75-billion acquisition of…
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PrimeWater has scored a major legal victory after a Regional Trial Court issued an injunction halting the planned takeover of the San Jose del Monte water…
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The House prosecution panel remains focused on its preparations for the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte despite the leadership dispute in the…
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A prompt ruling, even one that disappoints one side, at least provides a definitive framework within which institutions and citizens can move forward.
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Legislative bodies base a quorum on those members whom they can actually compel to show up. This is the premise on which the new majority acted.
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De Leon said the proceedings will allow victims to present evidence and testimony before a tribunal.
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Cayetano accused former Blue Ribbon chairman Panfilo Lacson of presenting false testimony in earlier flood control investigations.
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Several lawyers and law firms have pushed back against the Integrated Bar of the Philippines’ (IBP) position supporting the legality of the Senate…
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