Nation
The USS Blue Ridge, flagship of the US 7th Fleet and one of the most storied command ships in the American Navy, sailed into Manila on March 16 for a scheduled port visit — its first time docking in the Philippine capital since 2024. The arrival comes at a critical time,
Economy
In a decisive move amid the worst oil crisis in Philippine history, the House of Representatives has overwhelmingly approved a bill that would give President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. the power to suspend or reduce excise taxes on fuel products. A total of 247 lawmakers voted in favor, with only three
Politics
The legal battle over Rodrigo Duterte's crimes against humanity case at the International Criminal Court is getting more intense by the week. Lawyers representing drug war victims have just asked the ICC to shut down yet another attempt by Duterte's defense team to delay the proceedings
Politics
Malacañang assured the public on Sunday that the government's investigation into anomalous flood control projects will continue even as the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) wraps up operations by March 31. Palace Press Officer Claire Castro stressed that the ICI's closure does not mean the end
Politics
Vice President Sara Duterte revealed that four politicians have already approached her wanting to join her senatorial slate for the 2028 elections — but don't expect her to be thrilled about it. In an ambush interview in Davao City on March 14, Duterte made her feelings pretty clear. '
Politics
Senator Erwin Tulfo isn't mincing words — he wants politicians to keep their hands off the fuel subsidy distribution meant for PUV drivers and fisherfolk. In a stern warning issued Sunday, March 15, Tulfo called out 'epal' politicians who try to politicize government aid for personal gain.
Nation
Philippine Coast Guard Rear Admiral Jay Tarriela is calling out China's latest attempt to justify its claim over Scarborough Shoal — and he's not mincing words. In a post on X this Sunday, Tarriela said Beijing's use of a supposed 1990 letter from a Filipino
Politics
The impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte just got more intense. Akbayan Rep. Chel Diokno has formally requested that Ramil Madriaga — the alleged former bagman of Sara Duterte — be transferred from his detention cell at Camp Bagong Diwa in Taguig to the custody of the House committee on justice.
Nation
In a major turn of events that could reshape press freedom in the Philippines, Solicitor General Darlene Berberabe has officially recommended the acquittal of Nobel Peace Prize laureate Maria Ressa and former Rappler researcher Reynaldo Santos Jr. in their long-running cyber libel case. The manifestation, filed with the Supreme Court
Politics
After months of controversy, Christina Garcia-Frasco has been removed as Secretary of the Department of Tourism. Malacañang confirmed the shake-up on Thursday, March 12, with Frasco being reassigned as the new Presidential Adviser for Sustainable and Resilient Communities. Undersecretary Verna Buensuceso will serve as officer-in-charge of the DOT in the
Politics
Nearly two-thirds of Filipino adults want Congress to finally pass a law banning political dynasties, according to the latest Pulse Asia nationwide survey released Friday, March 13. The 1st Quarter 2026 'Ulat ng Bayan' survey found that 64 percent of respondents support the legislation — a clear signal that
Politics
It's official: Christina Garcia Frasco is out as Secretary of the Department of Tourism (DOT). Malacañang confirmed her exit on Thursday, ending a tenure that started back in June 2022 — and one that wasn't exactly controversy-free. But before you think she's been totally kicked