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Politics
Senate President Vicente Sotto III just filed a bill that could change how the government monitors its infrastructure projects — by putting them on livestream. Senate Bill 1835 seeks to reorganize the Department of Public Works and Highways and create an infrastructure inspectorate team that would broadcast inspections of public works
Nation
With the Middle East spiraling into chaos following the US-Israel strikes on Iran, the Department of National Defense and the Armed Forces of the Philippines have put themselves on full readiness to evacuate Filipino workers if the situation deteriorates further. DND spokesperson Asst. Sec. Arsenio Andolong confirmed the military is
Politics
After years of failed attempts, the push to legalize medical cannabis in the Philippines just cleared a major hurdle. The House Committee on Dangerous Drugs, jointly with the Committee on Health, approved a consolidated bill that would allow regulated medical use of cannabis — while keeping recreational marijuana firmly illegal. Under
Sports
The Filipinas put up a brave fight but couldn't stop the Matildas, losing 0-1 in their AFC Women's Asian Cup 2026 opener at Perth Stadium in Australia. Captain Sam Kerr scored the lone goal in the 14th minute with a header — her first goal on Australian
Nation
The world woke up to earth-shaking news on Sunday: Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, 86 years old, has been confirmed dead after a coordinated airstrike by the United States and Israel struck his compound in downtown Tehran. Iranian state media confirmed the death, while US President Donald Trump announced
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Here's a rare piece of genuinely good news: child labor cases in the Philippines have dropped by a staggering 45%, from 935,000 in 2021 to 509,000 in 2024, according to the Department of Labor and Employment. The milestone was highlighted at the Sixth Global Conference on
Politics
The House Committee on Justice, chaired by Batangas Rep. Gerville 'Jinky Bitrics' Luistro, is set to begin deliberating the four impeachment complaints against Vice President Sara Duterte starting Monday, March 2. The hearings will kick off at 10 AM at the People's Center in the House
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A fire broke out along Obrero Street in Barangay 898, Punta, Sta. Ana, Manila on Sunday evening, quickly escalating to a third alarm as flames jumped between tightly packed houses. Residents first spotted thick smoke billowing from a house at around 5:40 PM and immediately alerted authorities. Fire responders
Sports
It's game day, basketball fans! Gilas Pilipinas faces Australia in the FIBA World Cup 2027 Asian Qualifiers this Sunday at the Mall of Asia Arena, and this one is loaded with history. It marks the Boomers' first game on Philippine soil in nearly eight years — since that
Nation
Baguio City was in full bloom on Sunday as 30 stunning floral floats rolled down Session Road for the Grand Float Parade, marking the 30th anniversary of the Panagbenga Festival. Under the theme 'Blooming Without End,' the parade transformed the city's main streets into a breathtaking
Showbiz
Cavite is sending two stunning representatives to the Miss Universe Philippines stage! Feliza Fran Aldanz was crowned Miss Universe Philippines Bacoor while Tyra Jane Godino took the Miss Universe Philippines Dasmariñas title at a glamorous event held at Fernwood Gardens in Tagaytay. Feliza, a cum laude graduate from the University
Politics
Executive Secretary Ralph Recto has a new title to add to his already impressive resume: Auxiliary Vice Admiral of the Philippine Coast Guard. The formal donning and oath-taking ceremony was held aboard the PCG's flagship vessel BRP Teresa Magbanua on February 26. Recto, who previously served as a