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Lead House prosecutor Gerville ‘Jinky Bitrics’ Luistro on Thursday maintained that Vice President Sara Duterte remains principally accountable for the confidential funds of the Office of the Vice President (OVP) and the Department of Education (DepEd), citing government audit rules despite the expected testimonies of her former special disbursing officers (SDOs) before the Senate impeachment court. Luistro said the position …

The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has relieved the head of its Camarines Sur 1st District Engineering Office following a road accident at an active construction site that injured three people and raised concerns over safety compliance. Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon ordered the relief of district engineer Ramon Anselmo Calagos after a preliminary assessment found the reported …

Malacañang is weighing legal action against those responsible for spreading false claims that Senator Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa had been arrested, warning that the government will not tolerate the deliberate circulation of fake news. Palace Press Officer Claire Castro said the Presidential Communications Office has launched an investigation after Secretary Dave Gomez ordered its anti-fake news desk to trace the …

An advocate of renewable energy in Congress has thrown his support behind President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s proposal to simplify the installation of rooftop solar systems, saying easier access to the technology would help households cope with high electricity costs. Abra Lone District Rep. JB Bernos welcomed the President’s appeal for the passage of the proposed Sariling Kuryente Act, which seeks …

The Senate has unanimously adopted a resolution honoring Alex Eala for becoming the first Filipino to capture a Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) Tour-level singles title, with lawmakers describing her victory as a milestone for Philippine sports and a call for greater investment in athletes. The chamber approved Proposed Senate Resolution No. 554, which consolidated 36 separate resolutions commending Eala for …

Alex Eala has earned a place among the greatest Filipino sports heroes, joining the ranks of Manny Pacquiao, Efren “Bata” Reyes, Hidilyn Diaz, Carlos Yulo, EJ Obiena, and other champions who have inspired a nation through excellence and perseverance. Her historic first WTA 500 championship title in Washington, D.C., is more than a personal triumph—it is a victory shared by …

LOVE FOR ALL​By: Virginia Rodriguez In government, credibility is built not by lofty promises but by decisive action. At the Bureau of Customs (BOC), Commissioner Ariel F. Nepomuceno is proving that meaningful reform requires firm leadership, uncompromising accountability, and the political will to confront corruption wherever it exists. His latest directive leaves no room for ambiguity. By ordering tighter security …

REALPOLITIKBy Benjie Alejandro The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) recently announced the allocation of more than P633 million for the construction and rehabilitation of 24 climate‑smart evacuation centers across disaster‑prone provinces. On paper, this initiative is both timely and necessary. The Philippines, after all, sits squarely in the path of typhoons and is vulnerable to earthquakes, floods, …

Vice President Sara Duterte remains one of the most intriguing figures in local politics. Despite facing an impeachment trial and sustained criticism from political opponents, she continues to top presidential surveys. The contrast between public controversy and public support has left many observers wondering what truly drives voter sentiment. Throughout the impeachment proceedings, Duterte has appeared largely unperturbed. She continues …

EBITDABy DIEGO C. CAGAHASTIAN The member countries of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization [SCO) have long agreed to scale up the use of their national currencies in trade between their countries.  This is perceived by many around the world that the US dollar will continue its inevitable slide to the backseat, if not the dustbin, of global trade. The Daily Star reported …