2022 VP debates of SMNI canceled
FBI wanted Pastor Apollo Quiboloy to permanently cancel the scheduled 2022 vice presidential debates at his media outlet SMNI, which was supposed to take place on February 22. Meanwhile, there …
Alaska Aces leaves PBA after 36 years
The Alaska Aces franchise announced its exit from the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA). The Aces made the announcement on Wednesday, saying they are ending their journey in the league after …
Groups slam Comelec’s removal of campaign posters on private properties
Different groups opposed Commission on Elections’ “Oplan Baklas,” wherein campaign posters were taken down and confiscated even if placed in private properties. They called such a move “undemocratic” and “unconstitutional.” …
PH overcomes COVID-19 pandemic crisis stage – Duque
Department of Health chief Francisco Duque III said the Philippines was already over the COVID-19 pandemic crisis stage. Duque told Dobol B TV that the country’s average daily attack rate …
BI warns of scammers posing as relatives, friends of immigration officials
Bureau of Immigration (BI) Commissioner Jaime Morente issued a warning against unscrupulous individuals posing as relatives and friends of BI officials. Morente shared that he has received reports that scammers …
Moreno wants Lacson as corruption czar if elected as president
Presidential aspirant Manila Mayor Isko Moreno said he would appoint fellow candidate Senator Panfilo Lacson to eradicate corruption in the government if he wins the 2022 elections. “I think with …
Ka Leody pushes for people’s initiative vs. VFA, EDCA
As part of his “independent foreign policy” crusade – in which the Philippines can decide freely without being influenced by foreign interests – presidential candidate Ka Leody de Guzman is …
4 provinces in Calabarzon low risk in COVID-19: OCTA
Four out of 5 provinces in the Calabarzon region can be considered “low risk” in COVID-19, the OCTA Research Group said Wednesday. According to data released by the group, the …
Lacson denies removing Gordon, Binay from senatorial slate
Senator Panfilo Lacson denied removing Sen. Richard Gordon and former Vice President Jejomar Binay from their senatorial slate. Lacson said they think the two continue to abide by their gentlemen’s …
Comelec division rejects petition to cancel Raffy Tulfo’s candidacy
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) Second Division dismissed the petition to cancel the certificate of candidacy (COC) of broadcaster and 2022 senatorial Raffy Tulfo. This is what acting Comelec chair …
BBM says CPP-NPA an enemy of the state
Although they all agree on the return of peace talks, 2022 presidential candidates Ka Leody de Guzman, Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr., Ernesto Abella, and Norberto Gonzales have different views on …
Comelec removes illegal campaign posters of candidates in Manila
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) visited various places in Manila to check on compliance with the placement of campaign materials now that the campaign period has begun. In the first …
Filipinos in Ukraine preparing for Russian invasion
The Filipinos in Ukraine are already preparing if the Russian military forces continue to invade there. According to the teacher there, Shie Santosildes, the situation in the Ukrainian capital Kyiv …
PH allows more nurses to work abroad
The Philippine Overseas Employment Administration (POEA) has increased the number of Filipino nurses allowed to work abroad by 2022 to 7,000. According to POEA Deputy Administrator Bong Plan, this was …
Cyber libel complaint filed by Pacquiao vs. Quiboloy dismissed
The cyber libel case filed by Senator Manny Pacquiao against Kingdom of Jesus Christ founder Pastor Apollo Quiboloy has been dismissed by the Makati City Prosecutor’s Office. Pacquiao’s counsel Nikki …
Remittances of Filipinos abroad record-high in 2021
Remittances from overseas Filipinos (OFs) in 2021 recorded a record high in December, based on data released by the Central Bank of the Philippines (BSP) on Tuesday. According to the …
BI reminds airlines to disallow boarding of PH-bound aliens with improper docs
Bureau of Immigration (BI) Commissioner Jaime Morente reminded the different airlines to ensure that only eligible aliens are permitted to board their flights bound for the Philippines. Morente stressed that …
Oil price hikes likely to continue until May: DOE
The soaring price of petroleum products may continue in the coming months before gradually declining in May or June, according to a Department of Energy (DOE) official on Tuesday. In …
Alleged Hamas terror plot in PH uncovered by PNP
The Philippine National Police (PNP) revealed Tuesday that they uncovered alleged terror attack plans of Hamas in the Philippines. Canada, the European Union, Israel, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the …
Candidates campaigning reminded about health protocols
Candidates were again reminded to implement health protocols to avoid contamination in ongoing political rallies. A few days after the campaign formally began, the Philippine National Police (PNP) immediately spotted …
Love scam cases in Philippines underreported
According to cybersecurity firm Kaspersky, victims of online love scams are on the rise in Southeast Asia. An example of this is the case of an overseas Filipino worker. Former …
14-year-old victim of ‘dugo-dugo’ gang in QC; P10-M money, jewelry stolen
A 14-year-old girl fell victim to a “dugo-dugo” gang that stole P10 million worth of their money and jewelry. The girl traveled alone in a taxi from their house in …
Bigtime South Korean, Taiwanese drug dealers arrested by BI
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) is set to deport a South Korean and a Taiwanese national wanted by authorities for crimes related to illegal narcotics. In a report to Immigration …
Juan Ponce Enrile celebrates 98th birthday
Former senator Juan Ponce Enrile celebrates his 98th birthday today, February 14. Juan Furagganan Ponce Enrile Sr., CLH was born on February 14, 1924). He was also referred to by …
No Martial Law if Ping Lacson becomes president
Partido Reporma chairman and presidential candidate Panfilo ‘Ping’ Lacson assured that democracy would remain in the country under his administration if he becomes the next president. Lacson said Martial Law …
SWS: Over 50% Pinoys happy with their love life
The December 2021 SWS survey found 56% of men saying they are very happy with their love life, statistically equal to the 51% among women. Compared to December 2019, the …