Sen. Robin Padilla said he no longer plans to seek another elective post after his Senate term ends in 2028, saying he wants to devote more time to his young children and pursue a quieter life. Padilla made the statement as he thanked supporters and others who have encouraged him to remain in politics. He said he believes he is not suited for the political world and would rather focus on his family after completing his current term. The senator’s latest announcement marks a c

THE HAGUE, Netherlands — Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte made his first public appearance in about 18 months on Wednesday, September 16, as he personally attended proceedings before the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague. Duterte appeared in the courtroom wearing a black suit and white shirt, as ICC judges heard arguments concerning his health and his ability to participate in the trial. He did not speak during the proceedings. The 81-year-old former

ABS-CBN has announced a retrenchment program that will affect around 200 employees, or approximately 7 percent of its workforce, as the company moves to maintain its financial stability amid continuing economic challenges. In a statement released Tuesday, the media company said it made the decision after a careful review of its operations and financial position. “After careful review, we have made the difficult decision to implement a retrenchment program to keep ABS-CBN on s

The Philippine National Police (PNP) has released the official mugshot of former House Speaker and incumbent Leyte 1st District Representative Martin Romualdez, a day after authorities arrested him in connection with a ₱7.4-billion plunder case involving alleged irregularities in government flood-control projects. Romualdez was served an arrest warrant on September 7, 2026, at Cardinal Santos Medical Center in San Juan City, where he was confined after experiencing health con