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Over 700 families seek return of 80 hectares in Iloilo island dispute
The dispute comes as the Sicogon Island Tourism Estate Corporation's tourism facilities on the island ceased operations
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Cayetano’s old playbook returns: No WiFi, no air-conditioning for Senate minority
In 2020, when he was House speaker on the verge of getting ousted, he also cut off electricity and internet in a padlocked Batasan plenary hall
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Jinggoy Estrada is back in jail after 9 years
Estrada is detained again after his release from detention in 2017 for his pork barrel case
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Teodoro at Shangri-La: PH as convergence point for regional security?
It's an idea that builds on what Marcos and his administration have been urging the region: Middle powers need to come together
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Paralyzed Senate: Majority no-shows at session after Estrada’s arrest
Without a quorum — or at least 13 senators physically present — the Senate could not conduct business. Several important measures are left hanging.
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Cayetano, Remulla clash over Jinggoy’s arrest | The wRap
Today’s headlines: Cayetano & Remulla, Jinggoy Estrada, 2026 Palaro
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[Pinoy Criminology] Unlike Jinggoy, others rot in jail because they can’t afford bail
Under the financial bail system in the Philippines, freedom can be purchased. Justice becomes dependent not on risk but on the contents of one's wallet.
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NCR’s domination continues with 19th straight Palaro overall crown
Stamping its supremacy in swimming, athletics, and gymnastics, National Capital Region breaches the 90-gold mark for the third straight Palarong Pambansa edition as it defends its general championship
![[Inside the Newsroom] ‘Noted!’: Understanding Loren Legarda’s beef with Kiko Pangilinan](https://img.youtube.com/vi/SPsdYVv-Oms/hqdefault.jpg)
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[Inside the Newsroom] ‘Noted!’: Understanding Loren Legarda’s beef with Kiko Pangilinan
Of course, we all know that Legarda being composed and Pangilinan being respectful in an already heated session failed to prevent the members of the minority from walking out later…
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Jinggoy Estrada faces third plunder, graft case | The wRap
Today’s headlines: Jinggoy Estrada, Ferdinand Marcos Jr., Jonvic Remulla
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No jail for Jinggoy Estrada — for now
Estrada remains free because his graft is bailable, and the Sandiganbayan division handling the non-bailable plunder case has yet to issue a warrant
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Marcos: No plan to sack DILG chief Jonvic Remulla
'I don't know why that rumor went around. I think somebody wants his job.... Pero wala kaming pinaplano na ganyan,' says President Marcos
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Rappler Talk: Joel Chua on proving Sara Duterte’s guilt before impeachment court
Rappler’s Dwight de Leon sits down with Congressman Joel Chua in this latest episode of Rappler Talk, airing on Friday, May 29, at 5 pm
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Sandiganbayan orders Jinggoy Estrada’s arrest over flood control case
The 2nd Division orders Estrada's arrest for his graft case
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Jinggoy Estrada’s plunder cases through the years
Senator Jinggoy Estrada is facing his third plunder case
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Rappler Recap: Senator Jinggoy Estrada faces plunder case for third time
Estrada had faced plunder charges over the jueteng scandal and the pork barrel scam, but was acquitted in those cases
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Sandro Marcos’ anti-disinfo bill is revised but fears linger
Proponents of the substitute bill that seeks to combat disinformation insist they have placed strict safeguards against abuse, but critics aren't convinced they won't be weaponized by government in the…
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Robin Padilla sued for obstruction of justice in Bato dela Rosa’s escape | The wRap
Today’s headlines: Robin Padilla, Jinggoy Estrada, Alex Eala
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Philippines, Japan elevate ties, begin talks for intel-sharing agreement
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. says that at a 'time of profound transformation' globally, allies and partners must engage deeper
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[OPINION] From Boracay to Quirino Avenue: Road to ‘development’ still in gray
Should the nation be that grateful to a corporation when they volunteer to stop causing environmental harm, when the harm should not even have been allowed to happen in the…
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US strikes Iran again, official says, after Trump denies deal on Strait of Hormuz
'These actions were measured, purely defensive and intended to maintain the ceasefire,' the official says
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Zubiri on why he joined Senate minority: 4 traitors in majority
Zubiri says he was 'betrayed' twice — when he was ousted as Senate president and when the group of four reneged on their promise to help bring him back to…
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Truth commission on drug war launched | The wRap
Here are today’s headlines – the latest news in the Philippines and around the world: Multi-sectoral groups launch the Philippine
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Rodrigo Duterte’s ICC trial to start on November 30
(1st UPDATE) Unlike all hearings so far, where he has been absent, Rodrigo Duterte is mandated to appear at November's trials physically
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Rappler Talk: Jinky Luistro on leading the prosecution vs Sara Duterte
Watch this interview of Rappler's Dwight de Leon with Congresswoman Jinky Luistro on Wednesday, May 27, at 5 pm
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[In the Public Square] Unclean hands: Senator Bato’s TRO
In this new episode of In the Public Square, Rappler columnist John Nery is joined by Dean Mel Sta. Maria
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Why Bato didn’t get TRO in Supreme Court packed with Duterte appointees
'This case will define the Court. For too long, power has found ways to outrun justice. It has hidden in office, in influence, in violence, and now, in the language…
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Leyte science teacher studied from a hillside shelter, tops board exam
Rashil Rae Recorte walked more than 2 kilometers to school each day, under the heat of the sun or through sudden rain — carrying books in hand and determination in…
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[Pinoy Criminology] The bail difference: Alleged extortionist vs ‘tongits’ gambler, drug peddler
The poor stay in jail. Not because they are dangerous. Not because they are convicted. But because they are poor.
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Senate minority walks out over ‘railroading’ motion to allow virtual voting | The wRap
Today’s headlines: Senate minority, Bato dela Rosa, Pope Leo
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[Rear View] Memo to Imee: Cha-Cha is part of Rodrigo Duterte’s unfinished agenda
Former president Duterte pushed hard for charter change through a constituent assembly, complete with proposals to scrap the 2019 midterm elections and extend the terms of incumbent officials — including…
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MEDAL TALLY: Palarong Pambansa 2026
How is your region faring? Check out the medal tally for the 66th Palarong Pambansa in Agusan del Sur.
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Minority bloc hits Imee Marcos’ ‘propaganda’ video | The wRap
Today's headlines: Imee Marcos, Rodante Marcoleta, Ralph Recto
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Imee Marcos ‘propaganda’ video on Cha-Cha draws flak from Senate minority
Migz Zubiri, visibly irritated while the video was playing, moved to strike Marcos’ presentation from the record, branding it a 'horrible propaganda video'
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LOOK BACK: When Alan Cayetano was House speaker
Senate President Alan Peter Cayetano once served as House speaker during the Duterte administration