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MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Justice (DOJ) is evaluating the qualified human trafficking complaint filed by the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) against Batangas 1st District Rep. Leandro Leviste, former Negros Oriental Rep. Jacinto “Jing” Paras, and five others over the supposed “honey trap” plot against Executive Secretary Ralph Recto. Justice Secretary Frederick Vida,
MANILA, Philippines — The Sandiganbayan Third Division on Thursday issued a commitment order directing the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) to take custody of former Speaker and Leyte Rep. Martin Romualdez, who remains confined at Cardinal Santos Medical Center in San Juan City. Associate Justice Karl Miranda, chairperson of the Third Division, issued the
MANILA, Philippines — Former House Speaker and Leyte 1st District Rep. Martin Romualdez is not yet medically fit to travel ahead of his scheduled hearing before the Sandiganbayan, according to the Philippine National Police (PNP). “[The] latest medical certification of Cardinal Santos [last night] is he is not medically fit [to travel],” PNP public information
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police said on Wednesday there is no letup in its efforts to arrest Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa amid ongoing government efforts to negotiate with his “protectors” over his surrender. “It will take as long as it will take,” PNP public information chief Col. Allen Rae Co said at
The impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte — the first Philippine public official to be impeached twice by the House of Representatives — began at 2 pm on Monday, July 6. There are four articles of impeachment against Duterte involving alleged misuse of confidential funds, unexplained wealth, bribery of Department of Education officials, and grave threats against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and his family. Only 21 out of 24 senator-judges are physically present. Senator Bato dela Rosa remains in hiding as he faces an International Criminal Court arrest warrant over Rodri
Justice Secretary Fredderick Vida on Thursday assured that law enforcement agencies are ready to do their duty to protect all Filipinos, following Vice President Sara Duterte's remark that she did not feel safe in the country.
The National Bureau of Investigation"s (NBI) complaint against Batangas First District Representative Leandro Leviste and six others over the alleged plot against Executive Secretary Ralph Recto is currently being evaluated, Justice Secretary Fredderick Vida said Thursday.
The Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao is holding its first parliamentary elections on September 14, 2026, after being postponed at least four times: first in May 2022 , then in May 2025 , October 2025 , and again in March 2026 . The historic polls are seen as a pivotal moment in the decades-long peace process in a region that was mired in conflict and socioeconomic and political challenges. The upcoming elections are also a test for the Bangsamoro transition and the institutions and systems established in the last seven years. Bookmark and refresh this page for the latest news, p
CAGAYAN DE ORO, Philippines – The ongoing impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte has become one of the country’s biggest political showdowns, but in the Bangsamoro, where voters head to the polls next week, it appears to have become something many of its politicians would rather not talk about. With Duterte still retaining a relatively strong national following and the impeachment proceedings putting her at odds with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and groups seeking her removal, politicians and political parties in the Bangsamoro region have largely avoided making the trial an issue
MANILA, Philippines – Senators Alan Peter Cayetano and Pia Cayetano have left the Philippines, the Bureau of Immigration (BI) confirmed Thursday, September 10. The BI’s confirmation came amid photos posted on social media showing the Cayetano siblings arriving in Singapore on Wednesday evening, September 9. A separate social media post also alleged that Taguig Mayor Lani Cayetano, Alan’s wife, flew to Singapore early Thursday. “Based on BI records, there were no hold departure orders or derogatory records against the two senators, as of departure date, that would legally prevent them fro
The Philippine National Police (PNP) said its efforts to arrest Senator Ronald "Bato" dela Rosa remain ongoing despite reported negotiations with individuals allegedly protecting him.
BI confirms Alan Peter Cayetano, Pia Cayetano out of PH
The Sandiganbayan Third Division on Thursday issued a commitment order for the detention of former Speaker and Leyte Rep. Martin Romualdez at the New Quezon City jail.
The Sandiganbayan is set to hear former House Speaker Martin Romualdez's motion for continued hospital confinement.
Former House Speaker Martin Romualdez will not be present in Thursday's Sandiganbayan's hearing on his motion for continued house arrest, according to the Philippine National Police (PNP).
The Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) will hold its first parliamentary elections on September 14, 2026.
THE Philippine National Police (PNP) on Wednesday said the hunt continues for fugitive Sen. Ronald dela Rosa, who has evaded arrest on charges of crimes against humanity for almost four months, but officials declined to offer any details on his whereabouts. The police statement follows Local Government Secretary Jonvic Remulla’s claim that dela Rosa’s location was already known, and that they were “coordinating” with his supposed protectors. “Again, operational details, cannot be publicly discussed as this will compromise our ongoing operations and could pose dang
THE Supreme Court has overturned the Sandiganbayan’s 2018 conviction of former first lady Imelda Marcos on seven counts of graft involving her alleged financial interests in Swiss foundations. The Supreme Court First Division granted Marcos’ appeal and set aside the Sandiganbayan’s Nov. 9, 2018, decision in seven criminal cases, ruling that the prosecution failed to prove her guilt beyond reasonable doubt. The decision, penned by Associate Justice Rodil Alameda, was issued on June 10 and released on Wednesday. The Court found serious evidentiary and legal flaws in the prosecu
Here are today’s headlines – the latest news in the Philippines and around the world: Supreme Court acquits Imelda Marcos in 7 counts of graft The Supreme Court 1st Division acquits the mother of Philippine president Ferdinand Marcos Jr., Imelda Marcos, in her graft cases related to Swiss foundations. How Martin Romualdez avoided jail by going to hospital Former House speaker Martin Romualdez avoids detention by getting hospitalized despite his arrest for a non-bailable plunder case courtesy of the Office of the Ombudsman. ‘Spare my kids’: Sara Duterte accuses gov’t of ‘child abuse’ due
MANILA, Philippines — The prosecution panel at the House of Representatives said Wednesday its impeachment case against Vice President Sara Duterte was strong even without her testimony, despite keeping open the possibility of calling her to the witness stand. Manila Rep. Joel Chua said the prosecution had presented sufficient evidence in the two articles it has tackled — the alleged grave threats under Article IV and alleged misuse of confidential funds under Article I. “We believe that whether she appears or not, our case is strong,” Chua said. The prosecution neverth