Marcos Denies Removal Claims Amid Unverified Rumors
Claims that Marcos dismissed removal calls lack proof, with no official record supporting the narrative amidst a polarized political landscape.
Politics
Dela Rosa Emerges Amid Legal Speculation on Birthday
Senator Bato dela Rosa reemerges on his 64th birthday, asserting he is alive and awaiting justice amid ICC arrest speculations.
US Official Sparks Greenland Debate Amid European Weakness
U.S. remarks on Greenland heighten concerns over Europe’s defense capabilities amid Arctic power struggles.
PBBM Takes WPS Row to Global Stage
West Philippine Sea shift: Marcos takes PH claim global, cites 2016 ruling, builds alliances as incidents hit fishing, food prices.
Senator Gatchalian Proposes Abolition of Outdated OMB
OMB faces abolition as Gatchalian files bill to fold it into IPOPHL, arguing CD/DVD piracy policing is obsolete in the digital age.
Col Mongao Relieved After Withdrawing Support for PBBM
Colonel Audie A. Mongao, a 34-year veteran officer of the Philippine Army, was relieved from his post as commander of the Training Support Group under the Army Training Command on January 9, 2026, after publicly announcing his withdrawal of personal support for President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. The swift action by the Philippine Army’s leadership … Read more
Palace Security Seizes Press Devices at Budget Signing
In a move that rattled the Malacañang Press Corps, security personnel mandated journalists to surrender their mobile phones and laptops before entering the Ceremonial Hall for the signing of the national budget. This unprecedented restriction has raised urgent questions about press freedom and governmental transparency, casting a shadow over real-time reporting of one of the … Read more
PBBM, VP Sara Trust Ratings Fall Amid Inflation, Corruption
Public trust in the Philippines’ top leadership has shown signs of strain, as recent surveys reveal a notable decline in confidence toward both President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Vice President Sara Duterte. The latest Pulse Asia results show a complex and shifting landscape of approval, marked by mounting concerns over inflation and corruption—two persistent national … Read more
PBBM Delays PHP6.793T 2026 Budget Signing to Review Inserts
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has postponed the signing of the PHP 6.793 trillion 2026 General Appropriations Act (GAA) until the first week of January 2026, citing an urgent need for a meticulous review of recent legislative insertions. Executive Secretary Ralph G. Recto confirmed that this move aims to scrutinize bicameral adjustments against the administration’s … Read more
PH Navy Intercepts Chinese Frigate Near Capones Island
The Philippine Navy has deployed two of its frigates, the BRP Emilio Jacinto and BRP Diego Silang, to intercept a Chinese Jiangkai II-class frigate reportedly loitering just 41 nautical miles off Capones Island, Zambales. This move marks one of the latest escalations in a string of maritime encounters between Philippine authorities and Chinese vessels in … Read more
China Coast Guard Attacks Filipino Boats Near Escoda Shoal
Three Filipino fishermen were injured and two fishing vessels damaged after China Coast Guard (CCG) ships used water cannons and severed anchor lines near Escoda Shoal in the contested West Philippine Sea. The December 12, 2025, encounter marks another escalation in persistent maritime tensions, drawing sharp condemnation from Philippine officials who denounced the dangerous maneuvers … Read more
Philippines Condemns China’s Radar Lock on Japanese Jets
The Philippines’ Department of National Defense (DND) has publicly condemned China’s recent radar illumination of Japanese military aircraft, describing the action as “perilous and provocative” amid growing tensions in the Indo-Pacific region. The incident, involving Chinese fighter jets locking weapon radars on Japanese F-15s during carrier drills near Okinawa, underscores a fragile security environment where … Read more
House Committee To Unite 14 Anti-Political Dynasty Bills
The House Committee on Suffrage and Electoral Reforms has pledged to craft a singular, constitutionally viable Anti-Political Dynasty Bill by consolidating over a dozen separate proposals. With President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Malacañang urging deliberate, well-reviewed drafting, the committee emphasizes broad public participation through nationwide consultations to ensure the resulting law balances presidential priorities, legal … Read more
Malta Overhauls Financial Laws to Lure Global Investors
In the wake of years marked by financial scandals and international scrutiny, Malta is intensifying its drive to regain investor confidence. A sweeping agenda of business and financial reforms is now gathering pace, as the government, buoyed by fresh financing from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) and strong public demand for transparency, doubles down on … Read more
Marcos Calls for Unity Amid National Divisions
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. called on Filipinos to set aside their differences and work toward national healing, issuing a message on 8 December 2025 that urged collective reflection and prayer at a moment of social strain and political uncertainty. Tied to a major religious observance, the appeal placed unity at the center of the … Read more