Sharon Cuneta says Isko became a traditional politician
At the press conference for her “Iconic” concert with Asia’s Songbird Regine Velasquez, Megastar Sharon Cuneta could not escape being caught in a recent reaction to the issue of “withdrawal”. …
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Duterte: Bodyguards of politicians only up to 2
President Rodrigo Duterte has ordered the re-implementation of the “Alunan doctrine,” which limits the number of bodyguards of politicians to prevent violence. The President asserted that when the number of …
Isko says Robredo camp resurfaced his photo with BBM
After a photo of him dining with former Sen. Ferdinand “Bongbong,” Marcos Jr. resurfaced on social media hours after urging Vice President Leni Robredo to drop her presidential bid, Aksyon …
PNP to probe alleged vote-buying incidents
According to a police spokesman, Philippine National Police (PNP) Chief Police General Dionardo Carlos has urged his officers to act on accusations of potential vote-buying in their districts. PNP Director …
BI Holy Week Ops smooth sailing
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) reported smooth and unhampered operations during the Holy Week. According to lawyer Carlos Capulong, BI Port Operations Division Chief, they saw a slight rise in …
Defensor seeks PSG protection for Marcos Jr.
Representative Michael Defensor of the Anaklasugan party-list urged Malacanang on Sunday to consider providing Presidential Security Group (PSG) security to former senator Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. (BBM), claiming that he …
Second anti-COVID booster shots to launch on April 20 in NCR
A top Health official stated Sunday that the government is prepared to give out the second anti-COVID booster vaccine for specified populations in the National Capital Region (NCR) by April …
Missing 11-year-old girl found in house of 28-year-old man she met in mobile game
Authorities tracked down and “rescued” an 11-year-old woman from Malabon at the home in Quezon of a 28-year-old man she met in a mobile game. The man was arrested, as …
BBM remains top presidential bet in OCTA survey
In the latest OCTA Research poll, presidential candidate Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. (BBM) maintained his lead, with Vice President Maria Leonor “Leni” Robredo posting the highest rise among the contenders. …
PNP asks Robredo to file complaint before they probe alleged sex video of Aika
The Philippine National Police (PNP) has called on the family of Vice President Leni Robredo to first file a complaint with the police before starting the investigation into the alleged …
Duterte’s decision to veto SIM card bill blamed on Drilon
Due to the insertion of the social media registration provision by Senate Minority Leader Franklin Drilon, President Rodrigo Duterte decided to veto or disapprove the Subscriber Identity Mobile (SIM) Card …
‘Agaton’ death toll reaches 167
The death toll has risen to 167 people, while 110 are still missing after typhoon Agaton hit Eastern Visayas, Central Visayas, Western Visayas, and parts of Mindanao. According to National …
Presidential bets vow they will not withdraw their candidacies
Three weeks before the May 9 election, some presidential contenders said on Sunday that they would unite and not withdraw their candidacies. At a news conference held at a hotel …
EJ Obiena to carry Philippine flag in SEA Games opening
When the 31st Southeast Asian Games begin on May 12 at the MNy Dinh National Stadium in Hanoi, Vietnam, Filipino pole vaulter EJ Obiena will carry the Philippine flag during …
Isko, Lacson say Leni Robredo ‘cannot be trusted’
Isko Moreno Domagoso and Sen. Panfilo Lacson, both presidential contenders, said Vice President Leni Robredo “cannot be trusted” because she allegedly “fooled” several aspirants into believing she intended to unite …
Robbers cut tongue of taxi driver in Cebu
A taxi driver is now recovering after he was robbed and had his tongue cut out by two assailants in San Fernando, Cebu. In Cristelle Alfanta’s video, which can be …
Duterte hopes next administration better than his
With barely two months until his term ends, President Rodrigo Duterte voiced hope that the next administration would be better in “all aspects.” “When I think of my country…I hope …
Isko Moreno asks Robredo to withdraw candidacy
Manila Mayor Isko Moreno called on Vice President Leni Robredo to drop her presidential bid on Sunday, claiming she was simply running to keep the Marcos family out of Malacanang. …
WHO: COVID-19 still a global emergency
The WHO’s COVID-19 emergency committee unanimously underlined that the virus remained a severe public health threat and that governments must not relax their guard. The World Health Organization’s committee of …
Omicron subvariants BA.4 and BA.5 should not be a concern-DOH
The Department of Health (DOH) said Wednesday that two new sub-variants of the more infectious Omicron variant of COVID-19 BA.4 and BA.5, should not be a concern. The World Health …
DOH projects 500K new COVID cases in May if public ignores health protocols
The Department of Health (DOH) warned on Thursday that waning compliance with pandemic guidelines might increase active coronavirus infections to about half a million by the middle of May. The …
DepEd targets to build 599 classrooms this 2022
The Department of Education (DepEd) targets to build nearly 600 classrooms this year for so-called “Last Mile Schools.” Last Mile Schools refers to schools located in remote areas and conflict-affected …
DOH issues reminders for Holy Week
This Easter, the public is encouraged to refrain from kissing images and continue to adhere to standards against COVID-19, according to the Department of Health (DOH). COVID-19 can be passed …
Pfizer targets to launch COVID-19 vaccine for all variants by end-2022
A COVID-19 vaccination that is effective against several variants could be available by the end of 2022, according to Pfizer’s CEO. Chairman Albert Bourla said the company was also working …
Rollback in oil prices possible next week
The cut in the price of petroleum products will hit again next week. On Monday and Tuesday, the world market will reduce the price of gasoline by P0.90 per liter, …
PNP open to probe alleged falsified autopsy reports of drug war victims
If the autopsy results of any drug war deaths are sent to them, the Philippine National Police (PNP) has shown a willingness to probe the allegations that they were fabricated. …