Diesel, gas prices expected to jump over ₱1/liter on May 26

Lisbet K. Esmael 05/22/2026

MANILA, Philippines — Motorists should brace for higher diesel and gas prices as another round of hikes is expected next week on May 26. Industry estimates project gas prices to jump by ₱1.20 to ₱1.50 per liter, while…

The manhunt begins: PNP mobilizes tracker teams for Bato’s arrest

Jason Sigales 05/22/2026

MANILA, Philippines — Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. announced that the agency has deployed tracker teams, in coordination with the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI), to…

‘Always ready’: NBI set for Dela Rosa manhunt after DOJ arrest order

Mary Joy Salcedo 05/21/2026

MANILA, Philippines — National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) Director Melvin Matibag said Thursday that the bureau is “always ready” to launch a manhunt to arrest Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa. Matibag shared this in an ambush interview…

ICC: Duterte’s falls ‘rare’ and consistent with age, not frequent

Zacarian Sarao 05/21/2026

MANILA, Philippines — The registry of the International Criminal Court (ICC) has disputed claims made by former President Rodrigo Duterte’s defense team that he suffered “frequent” falls due to loss of balance. These incidents are “rare” and…

‘Justice will be served’: Palace vows to enforce Bato arrest warrant

Luisa Cabato 05/21/2026

MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang on Thursday vowed that justice would be served, as the Department of Justice (DOJ) announced that the arrest warrant issued against Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa by the International Criminal Court (ICC) may…

Bato dela Rosa request for legal protection vs ICC arrest denied

Tetch Torres-Tupas 05/20/2026

MANILA, Philippines — Voting 9-5-1, the Supreme Court denied a request from Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa for temporary legal protection against a potential arrest by the International Criminal Court (ICC). ALSO READ: LOOK: ICC tags Bato…

Marcos intensifies flood-control preparations ahead of rainy season

Luisa Cabato 05/20/2026

MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Wednesday vowed to strengthen flood-control efforts ahead of the rainy season. During an inspection of the G. Araneta Drainage Improvement Project along E. Rodriguez Sr. Avenue in Quezon City,…

Australian lawyer Kate Gibson to join Duterte’s new legal team at ICC

05/19/2026

MANILA, Philippines — Another defense lawyer, who was part of the legal group that scored an acquittal for a former Congolese vice president, will join former President Rodrigo Duterte’s legal team. This comes as the former Philippine…

Inflation, Duterte impeachment spark concerns over possible Ph unrest

Kurt dela Peña 05/19/2026

MANILA, Philippines — Rising living costs, political tensions surrounding the impeachment of Vice President Sara Duterte, and worries over a corruption scandal involving flood control projects could further heighten social unrest in the Philippines, according to BMI,…

Rabiya Mateo, Jake Cuenca enjoy Disneyland getaway ahead of actress’ med school journey

Jessica Ann Evangelista 05/19/2026

Rabiya Mateo and Jake Cuenca squeezed in a fun Disneyland escape before she embarks on medical school journey. Mateo, who was recently admitted to the University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery, posted a carousel…

PBBM still trusts DILG chief Remulla, says Palace

Luisa Cabato 05/18/2026

MANILA, Philippines — Palace Press Officer Claire Castro revealed that President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. still trusts Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla despite growing calls for his replacement due to recent lapses. At a press briefing, Castro was…

Another Senate shake-up looms as support for Escudero grows – sources

Maila Ager 05/18/2026

MANILA, Philippines — Multiple sources indicate that Sen. Francis ‘Chiz’ Escudero is set to return as Senate president, amid speculation of another leadership change on Monday. A senator, who requested anonymity, revealed that enough support has already…

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