
RTC orders arrest of Tanauan, Leyte mayor over graft case
TACLOBAN CITY — The Regional Trial Court (RTC) in Lapu-Lapu City has ordered the arrest of Tanauan, Leyte Mayor Gina Merilo in connection with a criminal case…
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TACLOBAN CITY — The Regional Trial Court (RTC) in Lapu-Lapu City has ordered the arrest of Tanauan, Leyte Mayor Gina Merilo in connection with a criminal case…
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The public and lawmakers should closely monitor the deliberations on the proposed 2026 national budget to ensure that the record P1.38-trillion allocation for…
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The Senate approved on third and final reading the proposed P6.793 trillion national budget for 2026 on Tuesday, 9 December, paving the way for bicameral…
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Prosecutors handling the case against former President Rodrigo Duterte and the lawyers representing victims of his anti-drug campaign have asked the…
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The petition filed by the city government of Puerto Princesa against a local electric cooperative was junked by the Court of Appeals as it upheld a lower…
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As regards the testimony of a witness, the offer must be made at the time the witness is called to testify.
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Senator Bam Aquino urged the government to strengthen programs and resources for children with disabilities and students with special needs, citing gaps in…
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‘Our goal is transparency, accountability, and ensuring that funds are properly used for the benefit of our people.’
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The proposed Independent People’s Commission (IPC) could duplicate the functions of the Office of the Ombudsman and the Department of Justice (DOJ), according…
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The Senate clarified its policy regarding the foreign travel of its members following a formal letter from Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla disallowing a trip…
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The Senate clarified its position on the travel of its members following a formal letter from Ombudsman Jesus Crispin “Boying“ Remulla disallowing Senator…
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The Senate has scheduled the third and final reading on the measure on 9 December.
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The Senate on Thursday approved on second reading House Bill No. 4068, the P6.793-trillion 2026 General Appropriations Bill, under the leadership of Senate…
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The Senate assured the public that it remains on track with its timeline to pass the 2026 General Appropriations Bill (GAB), despite postponing the scheduled…
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A significant push to address the country’s classroom shortage is underway after the Senate Committee on Finance announced Wednesday that the proposed 2026…
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Sotto challenged critics to file a complaint before the Senate Committee on Ethics if they want accountability.
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Even if they are considered government employees paid with the taxes contributed by the Filipino people, senators are exempt from the “no work, no pay’” rule.
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Lawmakers in the House of Representatives and the Senate are working double-time to meet the deadline for crafting the 2026 General Appropriations Act (GAA)…
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