Sara Duterte’s security detail comprised nearly half of OVP personnel in 2024
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Newest first · UTC+10:00FACT CHECK: Video of Peñafrancia procession misrepresented as rally in Metro Manila
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· Ailla Dela Cruz
FACT CHECK: Kabataan Representative Renee Co critical of Marcos even before Zaldy Co issue
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· Ailla Dela Cruz
Filipino helper on her second day of work when Tai Po fire hit; escapes with baby
Rhodora Alcaraz, who is still in intensive care, has been hailed as a hero among Filipino workers in Hong Kong and by her own country
· Mary Ann Benitez
FACT CHECK: ICC did not reverse decision rejecting Duterte's interim release
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· sdu0346
The Green Report: Chronicling the freedom of Philippine eagles Carlito and Uswag
MANILA, Philippines – Two Philippine eagles, Carlito and Uswag, were released into the Anonang-Lobi mountain range of Leyte last June 28 as part of efforts to reintroduce the species (Pithecophaga jefferyi) into the area.
· Jee Geronimo
[Pastilan] Cult of personality: From Charles Manson to Rodrigo Duterte
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· Herbie G
[EDITORIAL] When disunity is a stumbling block to change
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· Lilibeth Frondoso
Hong Kong fire will not deter Filipino helpers from working in city: minister
Philippines Migrant Workers Secretary Hans Leo Cacdac says his government will also provide financial assistance to affected helpers
· Matthew Cheng
Komisarz ONZ ds. praw człowieka liczy na proces Putina
Wysoki Komisarz ONZ ds. Praw Człowieka Volker Türk wskazał, że istnieje możliwość, iż prezydent Rosji Władimir Putin w przyszłości stanie przed Międzynarodowym Trybunałem Karnym. Jako przykład podał przypadek filipińskiego prezydenta Rodrigo Duterte.
· Alexandra Jarecka
Families of domestic helpers killed in Hong Kong blaze to get nearly HK$800,000
Labour chief Chris Sun says government will work with the Philippine consulate to make sure money distributed to right people
· Lo Hoi-ying
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‘Schrodinger’s Pakistan’, Chinese travellers eye Singapore: 7 Asia highlights
From election loss for Malaysia’s Anwar to Pakistan’s young feeling sidelined, here are a few highlights from SCMP’s recent Asia reporting
· SCMP
Marcos reinstates, promotes discharged army captain who lost eyesight in military operation
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· Mia Gonzalez
China bristles as Japan weighs missile export to Philippines
Japan’s possible sale of Type 03 missiles to Manila comes as Tokyo moves to loosen arms-export rules, raising fresh concerns in China
· Vanessa Cai
Why Cardinal David rejects Marcos-Duterte resignation call
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· Paterno Esmaquel II
[Rappler’s Best] Marcos resign? Or Marcos pa rin?
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· lfangeles0309
Did Philippine VP Sara Duterte’s jailbreak ‘joke’ keep her dad in ICC detention?
Observers said the ruling may energise loyalists but is unlikely to sway undecided voters or ease the rivalry shaping Philippine politics
· Raissa Robles
FACT CHECK: No P80,000 cash aid for all senior citizens, video is AI-generated
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· Ailla Dela Cruz
FACT CHECK: AI-generated video falsely presented as clips of anti-Marcos rally
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· Ailla Dela Cruz
Philippines flood corruption scandal sparks Manila protests
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FACT CHECK: Sara Duterte did not replace Marcos as president
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· rbalonzo0352
Why Russia is targeting the Philippines with Ukraine mercenary claims
As Moscow wages an information war far from the battlefields of Ukraine, an improbable front has opened up in Southeast Asia
· Jeoffrey Maitem
Auditors flag Sara Duterte office for skipping DTI, PDIC business aid reviews
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· Herbie G
Cebu archbishop Abet Uy asks followers to wake up amid corruption, disasters
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· jsitchon0312
The President’s report: Marcos communicates a mess he started
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· Bea Cupin
Ombudsman files graft, malversation cases vs Cebu officials over garbage bills
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· Herbie G
HIGHLIGHTS: Iglesia ni Cristo rally
The Iglesia ni Cristo (INC) held a two-day rally for justice and peace from Sunday, November 16, to Monday, November 17, at the Quirino Grandstand in Manila.
LIVE UPDATES: Magnitude 6.9 Cebu earthquake
A strong magnitude 6.9 earthquake struck Bogo City, Cebu, at 9:59 pm on Tuesday, September 30. The tremor was felt in Cebu and nearby provinces, prompting evacuations, power outages, and class suspensions.
[Rear View] Marcos na lang muna? It seems we have no choice.
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· Glenda Gloria
Duterte loyalists draw the line at Sara as 'Marcos resign' rings out in Mendiola
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· Dwight de Leon
Progressives defy police in Luneta to call for Marcos-Duterte resignation
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· Lian Buan
Coming home golden: Emma Tiglao's win hints at future of Philippine pageantry
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· Jasmine Payo
Filipina worker dies in Hong Kong fire
(1st UPDATE) The Philippine consulate general does not disclose her identity but notes 'she had made innumerable sacrifices to provide a better life for her family'
· Bea Cupin
Duterte remains detained, but 'when will trial start?' drug war victims ask
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· Lian Buan
Duterte remains in jail, loses ICC appeal
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· Lian Buan
[Newspoint] A forced choice
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· Mia Gonzalez
Duterte grandson, supporters slam ICC’s ‘inhumane’ denial of release
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· Chay Hofilena
Rodrigo Duterte loses appeal for release from ICC custody
The International Criminal Court ruled Friday that former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte will remain in detention after appeals judges rejected a request for his provisional release.
· Roshni Majumdar
Marcos orders DOTr to secure Zaldy Co’s air assets in Malaysia, Singapore
MANILA, Philippines – President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has ordered the Department of Transportation (DOTr) and the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) to secure former lawmaker Zaldy Co‘s air assets believed to be in Malaysia and Singapore.
· Mia Gonzalez
Rodrigo Duterte loses ICC appeal for interim release | The wRap
Here are today’s headlines – the latest news in the Philippines and around the world:
Duterte in The Hague: Inside the ICC Detention Center
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· Jodesz Gavilan
LIVESTREAM: ICC appeals hearing on Duterte's interim release
MANILA, Philippines – The International Criminal Court (ICC) appeals chamber will issue its decision on Friday, November 28, on the interim release request of former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte.
· Lian Buan
[Ask the Tax Whiz] Tax evasion as corruption: A global imperative and a PH priority
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· gdecastro0289
Alex Eala in action at home? WTA adds Philippine stop
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· delfin.dioquino editor
Bulatlat's victory vs Duterte-time blocking order also a win for press freedom
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· Jairo Bolledo
[OPINION] How will COP30 outcomes affect Philippine climate action?
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· Jee Geronimo
DA chief: Liza Marcos, brother not involved in rice, onion import anomalies
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· Iya Gozum
FACT CHECK: Video of Sandro Marcos denying allegations against his father is fake
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· rbalonzo0352
After back-to-back disasters, 400 Cebu BPO workers face job uncertainty
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· Herbie G