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4 May

Palace moves to bring back fugitive Co

Malacañang said President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is pursuing both legal and diplomatic channels to secure the return of fugitive Zaldy Co to the Philippines, where he faces graft and malversation charges linked to alleged anomalous flood control projects. According to the Palace, Co is currently in France seeking political asylum, after previously being detained in the Czech Republic over invalid …

4 May

Trial sale of blended rice set next month – DA

The Department of Agriculture (DA) is preparing to roll out a pilot sale of blended rice in May as part of efforts to stabilize retail prices amid concerns of a potential spike later this year. Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. said the initiative will initially be tested in selected retail outlets in Metro Manila, with the goal of cushioning …

4 May

Imee pushes tax perks for worker wellness

Senator Imee Marcos is proposing tax incentives for companies that invest in employee health and wellness programs, saying healthier workplaces translate to stronger productivity and better workforce performance. Under Senate Bill No. 1928, or the “Workers Health and Wellness Act,” employers that implement approved wellness initiatives may qualify for tax credits of up to ₱1,000 per employee for firms with …

4 May

CICC mulls creation of single hub vs. online scams

The government is planning to establish a centralized system that will serve as the main reporting and coordination center for victims of fraud and online scams, in a bid to streamline response efforts and reduce confusion among complainants. The Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC), led by Executive Director Undersecretary Renato Paraiso, is pushing for the creation of a National …

4 May

Duterte impeachment gamble

Vice President Sara Duterte emerged from the House Committee on Justice impeachment hearings politically battered, if not decisively weakened. The proceedings, marked by detailed testimonies and documentary evidence, have shifted the battleground to the Senate, where her camp now pins its hopes. Yet the strategy of withholding a full defense at the House level in favor of a Senate showdown is a …

4 May

Forthwith, as defined in the Philippines

The week just passed has been filled with Constitutionalism, thePower of Congress, and the Power of Judicial Review of the Supreme Court. One of the impeachable officials is the Vice-President. The possible grounds for impeachment under Article XI, Section 2 of the Philippine Constitution are: culpable violation of the Constitution, treason, bribery, graft and corruption, other high crimes, or betrayal of the public …

4 May

Impact of UAE exit from OPEC on local oil industry

The recent exit of the United Arab Emirates from the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) and its expanded alliance, OPEC+, was greeted locally with cautious optimism. Industry players see in it a potential easing of supply constraints and a possible softening of pump prices. On paper, the logic is simple: freed from production quotas, UAE can maximize its heavily funded oil infrastructure, flood the market with supply, and undercut competitors. In a time …

4 May

Rice Blending Policy: Relief vs. Risk

REALPOLITIKBy Benjie Alejandro The Department of Agriculture’s plan to introduce blended rice—mixing imported and locally produced grains—has sparked debate among stakeholders. Framed as a pragmatic response to rising food prices and supply concerns, the initiative offers short-term relief but raises long-term questions about sustainability. Blended rice is expected to lower retail prices, providing households some respite from inflationary pressures. By …

4 May

FL Leads Celebration of a Song of Victory and Filipino Pride

LOVE FOR ALLBy: Virginia Rodriguez First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos expressed her joy and pride as she attended a special concert on April 26, 2026, celebrating the achievements of the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office Chorale. Held at the Proscenium Theater in Makati City, the event honored the group’s Grand Prix victory in South Korea, a moment that brought pride not only …

3 May

Philippine PropTech Company Makes First International Expansion Through Strategic Partnership with Canadian Firm

Philippine PropTech company Inventi is making its move into North America through a partnership with Canada-based Property Copilot, marking a proud milestone for a homegrown SaaS firm as it enters a highly developed real estate market. The move positions Inventi within a growing trend of Philippine tech companies exporting enterprise-grade software, as global demand for digital and increasingly AI-enabled property …

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May, 2026