Remulla: ICC has no jurisdiction over PH, only over individuals

Wilnard Bacelonia - Philippine News Agency 03/20/2025

MANILA, Philippines – Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla on Thursday reaffirmed that the International Criminal Court (ICC) has no jurisdiction over the Philippines as a state, but only over individuals accused of crimes under international humanitarian law. “The…

Bato Dela Rosa to get Senate ‘courtesy’ if arrested, says Escudero

Dexter Cabalza, Tina G. Santos - @inquirerdotnet 03/18/2025

MANILA, Philippines — Senate President Francis “Chiz” Escudero said on Monday that “institutional courtesy” would be accorded to Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa in the event that the International Criminal Court would issue a warrant for his…

Bato dela Rosa to request Senate shield against ICC arrest

Charie Abarca - Reporter / @charieabarcaINQINQUIRER.net 03/12/2025

MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa plans to seek Senate protection from President Francis “Chiz” Escudero and request that the chamber refuse to turn him over to authorities if the International Criminal Court (ICC) issues…

SWS survey: Erwin Tulfo, 7 other Marcos bets in Senate top 12

Jown Manalo 02/26/2025

MANILA, Philippines — Eight senatorial bets from President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s administration slate dominated in the latest Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey, the poll firm reported on Wednesday. The survey, commissioned by the Stratbase Group, was conducted…

Marcos Senate bets to court Duterte bailiwick in Mindanao

John Eric Mendoza 02/15/2025

MANILA, Philippines — The senatorial slate backed by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. will court the bailiwick of the Duterte family, who have become the present administration’s arch-rivals. The Alyansa sa Bagong Pilipinas will kick off the Mindanao…

No impeachment trial vs VP Duterte during break of Congress – Escudero

Charie Abarca - Reporter 02/06/2025

MANILA, Philippines — No impeachment trial against Vice President Sara Duterte will be done legally during the Congress’ break, Senate President Chiz Escudero revealed on Thursday. At a Kapihan sa Senado forum, Escudero was asked if it’s…

Sara Duterte impeachment: House impeaches VP with 215 signatories

Gabriel Pabico Lalu - Reporter 02/05/2025

MANILA, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte has been impeached by the House of Representatives after a total of 215 lawmakers have endorsed the fourth impeachment complaint, fast-tracking the processing and sending of the petition to the…

Chavit vows to continue online raffle after Senate race withdrawal

John Eric Mendoza 01/16/2025

MANILA, Philippines — The online raffle of former Ilocos Sur governor and businessman Chavit Singson will go on despite his withdrawal in the senatorial race. Singson made the guarantee as he officially filed his certificate of withdrawal…

Chavit promises support for athletes if he wins senatorial bid

Antonio Iñares 11/04/2024

BACOLOD CITY, Philippines – During a recent event in Bacolod City, political figure and businessman Luis “Chavit” Singson committed to prioritizing Filipino athletes’ welfare if elected to the Senate, promising sweeping reforms to support athletes across the…

Former President Duterte to Senate: I have a death squad

Marlon Ramos - Reporter / @MRamosINQ 10/29/2024

MANILA, Philippines — President Rodrigo Duterte on Monday, faced for the first time a Senate inquiry into his administration’s brutal crackdown on narcotics, where he confessed to keeping a seven-member “death squad” that had carried out his…

Pastor Apollo Quiboloy files COC for senator

Zacarian Sarao 10/08/2024

MANILA, Philippines — Pastor Apollo Quiboloy, who is facing criminal raps, filed a certificate of candidacy (COC) for senator in the 2025 polls, the Commission on Elections (Comelec) said on Tuesday. According to Comelec spokesperson John Rex…

Erwin Tulfo on political dynasty: Let the people decide

John Eric Mendoza 10/06/2024

MANILA, Philippines — Senatorial aspirant and ACT-CIS Rep. Erwin Tulfo believes it is the prerogative of the people to vote for politicians who are perceived to be a part of a political dynasty. Tulfo made the remark…

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