The Supreme Court has denied Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa’s request for a temporary restraining order (TRO) and status quo ante order seeking to stop the Philippine government from cooperating with the International Criminal Court (ICC). The petition was filed amid concerns over the possible enforcement of ICC actions related to the Duterte administration’s controversial war on drugs, where dela Rosa served as Philippine National Police chief. In earlier filings, the Offic

Tinanggal sa puwesto ng Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) ang dalawang opisyal ng DPWH-Cordillera Administrative Region matapos ang trahedya sa Beckel, La Trinidad, Benguet kung saan nasawi ang isang siklista matapos mahulog sa bangin sa bahagi ng kalsadang may pagguho. Inalis ni DPWH Secretary Vince Dizon sa kanilang posisyon sina District Engineer Isagani Cayme at Engineer III Marjory Banao dahil umano sa kawalan ng sapat na road safety signages at traffic cont

The Senate approved a new set of committee chairmanships on Monday, May 18, following the recent leadership reshuffle. The reorganization includes key committees on education, defense, health, energy, and public services. • Loren Legarda – Culture and the Arts; Basic Education • Pia Cayetano – Ways and Means; Sustainable Development Goals, Innovation and Futures Thinking; Energy • Bong Go – Health and Demography; Sports • Joel Villanueva – Higher, Technical and Vocational Edu

BAGUIO CITY — The Philippine Military Academy (PMA) “Talang Dangal” Class of 2026 graduated on Saturday not just as traditional military officers, but as a new generation of soldiers trained for the realities of modern warfare — from cyber threats and artificial intelligence to drone and multi-domain operations. With President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. leading the commencement exercises as Guest of Honor and Speaker, the graduating cadets marked what military officials described a

Sinuspinde ng anim na buwan without pay ng Office of the Ombudsman si Senate Sergeant-at-Arms Mao Aplasca kaugnay ng insidente ng putukan sa Senado noong May 13. Ayon kay Ombudsman Jesus Crispin “Boying” Remulla, epektibo agad nitong Biyernes ang preventive suspension habang nagpapatuloy ang imbestigasyon. “We can’t ignore something of this magnitude,” ani Remulla. Samantala, sinabi rin ni National Bureau of Investigation chief Melvin Matibag na kabilang si Aplasca sa mga per

The Southern Police District (SPD) has identified the suspect arrested in connection with the shooting incident near the Senate complex on Wednesday night as 44-year-old Mel Oragon, reportedly employed as a driver at the National Bureau of Investigation. Authorities said Oragon is now under police custody as investigators continue to piece together the circumstances surrounding the incident that triggered panic and heightened security in the area. Law enforcement officials ha

The Southern Police District (SPD) has identified the suspect arrested in connection with the shooting incident near the Senate complex on Wednesday night as 44 year old Mel Oragon, reportedly employed as a driver at the National Bureau of Investigation. Authorities said Oragon is now under police custody as investigators continue to piece together the circumstances surrounding the incident that triggered panic and heightened security in the area. Law enforcement officials ha

A graduate of Visayas State University etched her name into LET history after emerging as the nation’s top scorer in the March 2026 Licensure Examination for Professional Teachers (LET) – Secondary Level. Rashil Rae Ramos Recorte secured the No. 1 spot nationwide with an outstanding 95.80 percent rating, one of the highest recorded performances in recent years, according to the Professional Regulation Commission. The PRC and the Board for Professional Teachers announced that

Humingi ng tawad sa kaniyang live-in partner at sa buong hanay ng Philippine National Police (PNP) ang isang police corporal na nakuhanan ng video habang umano’y sinasaktan ang kaniyang kinakasama sa Malolos City, Bulacan. Nag-viral sa social media ang naturang video matapos makita ang umano’y pananakit ng pulis sa loob ng kanilang tirahan, bagay na umani ng matinding reaksiyon mula sa publiko. Sa inilabas na pahayag, sinabi ng pulis na nagsisisi siya sa nangyari at humihing

Tiklo ang isang Indian national matapos makuhanan ng mahigit P850,000 halaga ng umano’y smuggled cigarettes sa ikinasang anti-illicit cigarette operation sa Besao, Mountain Province noong Mayo 12. Ayon sa pulisya, nahuli ang 33-anyos na negosyante sa Barangay Kin-iway habang isinasagawa ang operasyon laban sa iligal na sigarilyo. Nasamsam mula sa suspek ang 82 reams ng MODERN Red cigarettes, 15 reams ng MODERN Lights, at 10 packs pa ng MODERN Red cigarettes. Batay sa pagsusur

A graduate of Visayas State University etched her name into LET history after emerging as the nation’s top scorer in the March 2026 Licensure Examination for Professional Teachers (LET) – Secondary Level. Rashil Rae Ramos Recorte secured the No. 1 spot nationwide with an outstanding 95.80 percent rating, one of the highest recorded performances in recent years, according to the Professional Regulation Commission. The PRC and the Board for Professional Teachers announced that

The meme that took over the country this week may be entertaining for some, but what’s disappointing is how it reflects evasion of accountability and disregard for the rule of law. All of this unfolded alongside the so-called Senate coup, the sudden change in Senate leadership, and Senator Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa’s public outburst - all within the same day. While debates continue on whether the ICC has jurisdiction over his case, one fact remains: he has been out of public r

A new Tugon ng Masa (TNM) survey conducted by OCTA Research suggests a highly competitive political landscape heading into the 2028 elections, with the hypothetical tandem of Leni Robredo and Raffy Tulfo securing 44% support, closely followed by Sara Duterte and Imee Marcos at 40%. The numbers reveal deep regional divides: • Robredo–Tulfo dominates in NCR and Balance Luzon • Duterte–Marcos posts overwhelming support in Mindanao • Class D and E voters remain the crucial swing

Four Benguet police officers are being hailed as heroes after risking their own safety to rescue and administer first aid to victims of a vehicular accident along the dangerous Lamut-Shilan Road in La Trinidad, Benguet. PSMS Morgan A. Biadno, PSSg Ronalyn P. Pagtud, PSSg Reynald W. Cabesa, and PCpl Joerex T. Dulay received the Medalya ng Pagkilala from the Benguet Police Provincial Office for their swift and decisive response during the May 5, 2026 accident. According to Beng

Nagbabala ang Partido Demokratiko Pilipino (PDP) na hindi nito papayagang makalipat o makatakbo sa ilalim ng kanilang partido ang sinumang mambabatas na boboto pabor sa impeachment ni Vice President Sara Duterte, kasabay ng paglalabas ng isyu ng umano’y alok na pera kapalit ng boto sa Kamara. Sa hiwalay na pahayag, isiniwalat ni Senador Imee Marcos na may mga kongresista umanong inalukan ng tig-P5 milyon upang makumbinsi na bumoto pabor sa impeachment ni Duterte. Gayunman, hi

In a stunning consolidation of legislative power, the Senate has elected Alan Peter Cayetano as the new Senate President, securing the gavel with a decisive 13-9-2 vote that marks the definitive collapse of the Sotto administration. The successful takeover was catalyzed by the strategic return of Senator Ronald "Bato" dela Rosa to the plenary, whose presence solidified the 13-vote majority needed to approve the motion declaring all leadership positions vacant. With this histo

The United States government has released more than 160 previously classified UFO-related files, triggering fresh debates online over mysterious aerial sightings and the possibility of extraterrestrial life. The documents, declassified under the administration of US President Donald Trump, include military footage, pilot reports, astronaut transcripts, and decades of records involving what officials now call “unidentified anomalous phenomena” or UAPs. Some of the files detail

SUBIC, ZAMBALES — The Philippine Navy welcomed the arrival of its newest offshore patrol vessel, the soon-to-be BRP Rajah Lakandula (PS21), during ceremonies held at the Naval Operating Base-Subic on Thursday, marking another milestone in the country’s naval modernization efforts. Built by HD Hyundai Heavy Industries of South Korea, the vessel is the second of six offshore patrol vessels being acquired under the Philippine Navy’s Offshore Patrol Vessel Acquisition Project thr

Amid growing backlash and online fears over possible restrictions on rooftop solar systems, Manila Electric Company (Meralco) has publicly clarified that it is “not against” solar energy, insisting that its push for regulation is centered on safety, not control. In an official statement, Meralco Vice President and Head of Corporate Communications Joe R. Zaldarriaga acknowledged the rising number of Filipinos turning to solar power to cut electricity costs and seek cleaner ene

ATOK, Benguet — A Benguet councilor is urging the Department of Agriculture (DA) to suspend its planned importation of 6,000 metric tons of carrots, warning that the move could further burden local farmers already suffering from low farmgate prices despite high market costs. Atok Councilor Kelly Denn Tomas, together with agricultural researchers and civil society groups, called on the DA to reconsider the importation plan and explain the basis for the decision before implemen