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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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Explainers
Senate online sessions: Who really stands to benefit?
It seems like the push to allow senators to attend Senate sessions online under 'justifiable reasons' will not just benefit Senator Bato dela Rosa
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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
National News
FULL TEXT: Marcos’ address before the National Diet of Japan
'The relationship between the Philippines and Japan is, at its core, a story of transformation — from reconciliation to deep mutual trust,' Marcos tells Japan's Parliament
President hailed for swift action on river degradation
Online Reporter President Mnangagwa has been hailed for unveiling a sweeping emergency rehabilitation programme targeting rivers damaged by illegal and destructive alluvial mining. Agriculture, Mechanisation and Water Resources Development Minister,…
National News
LIVE UPDATES: Impact of Middle East crisis on the Philippines
Massive fuel price hikes are hurting ordinary Filipinos, small businesses, and various industries
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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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Robin Padilla faces obstruction of justice complaint over Bato’s escape
'The CIDG has officially concluded that the transport of Senator Dela Rosa was not a mere hitch ride on Senator Padilla’s car,' police say
Environment
Most Manila trees marked for removal are exotic, decaying – DENR
Philippine Native Plants Conservation Society president Anthony Arbias says the issue is not whether the trees are exotic or introduced species, but that they are being cut down to make…
National News
Marcos addresses Japan’s National Diet
An address to the National Diet is a rare honor bestowed upon to visiting leaders and is, by some measure, an indication of the strength of Japan's ties with another…
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Estrada, Bonoan charged with plunder, graft over flood control scam
Plunder is non-bailable, so the two might be detained if the court issues a warrant of arrest against them
National News
Rappler Recap: Truth Commission to probe drug war killings launched
Commission chairperson and former ICC judge Raul Pangalangan says they are hoping that their findings will be useful for local and international probes into the atrocities
National News
Rappler Recap: Duterte’s ICC trial to begin on November 30
Duterte will attend physically during the November trials as he can no longer waive his right to appearance
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Here’s how a truth commission will investigate Duterte’s war on drugs
'The Truth Commission was created to ensure that the stories of victims, survivors, and families are heard, verified, and preserved,' says commission chairperson and former ICC judge Raul Pangalangan
Herald
‘Our growth trajectory irreversible’ . . . President hails collective effort, discipline
Wallace Ruzvidzo-Herald Reporter THE Second Republic’s policies and initiatives are yielding undeniable positive results, catapulting Zimbabwe from recovery to faster growth, President Mnangagwa has said. Speaking at the burial of…
President exhorts seniors to lead by example
Joseph Madzimure and Zvamaida Murwira PRESIDENT Mnangagwa has enjoined Zanu PF seniors to lead by example, keeping the values of loyalty, persistence, consistency and adherence to the correct line…
Gen Sibanda attends maiden Politburo meeting
Zvamaida Murwira-Senior Reporter PRESIDENT Mnangagwa yesterday welcomed former Zimbabwe Defence Forces Commander General (Retired) Phillip Valerio Sibanda, who attended his maiden Zanu PF Politburo meeting following his recent appointment into…
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Thousands bid farewell to national hero Tshuma
Remember Deketeke-Herald Correspondent THOUSANDS yesterday thronged the National Heroes Acre to bid farewell to Brigadier-General (Retired) Donald Silundi Tshuma, a man whose life has been woven into the fabric of…
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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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LIVE: ICC tackles schedule, expected evidence in Duterte’s case before trial
The status conference will cover discussions on trial dates, anticipated evidence, and the languages to be used by the parties
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[DECODED] How charter change narratives spread online amid Senate chaos
A high-ranking Senate staff says the resurgence of Cha-Cha narratives amid Senate controversies is a ‘false flag operation.’ Here’s how it manifested on social media.
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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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Vietnam leader to visit Philippines next week for trade, security talks
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. will host To Lam, Vietnam's president and Communist Party chief, for a two-day state visit from May 31 to June 1
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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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DENR permit fails to quell uproar over Manila tree-cutting
The DENR’s assurances that the tree-cutting in Manila is legally authorized fail to assuage the concerns of urban mobility advocates, landscape architects and environmentalists
Herald
CAB3 submissions consolidation comes to a close
Nyore Madzianike-Senior Reporter THE Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on Justice, Legal and Parliamentary Affairs will on Friday hold its final meeting to consolidate submissions from members of the public on Constitutional…
National hero burial today
Wallace Ruzvidzo-Herald Reporter PRESIDENT Mnangagwa will today preside over the burial of Brigadier-General (Retired) Donald Silundi Tshuma at the National Heroes’ Acre. Brig-Gen (Rtd) Tshuma died on May 15 at…
Herald
President declares Deka Bridge accident State of Disaster
Africa Moyo-Deputy National Editor PRESIDENT Mnangagwa has declared the Deka Bridge road traffic accident in Hwange District a State of Disaster, in terms of the Civil Protection Act. The accident…
Herald
Amai’s Traditional Cookout finals captivate nation, surpass expectations
Blessings Chidakwa-Senior Reporter MBIZO Stadium in Kwekwe, Midlands Province, was transformed into a vibrant culinary showcase as the rich aroma of sumptuous meals and sizzling traditional delicacies filled the air…
Zim targets 600 000 tonnes grain surplus
Zvamaida Murwira-Senior Reporter ZIMBABWE is poised to achieve a grain surplus of more than 600 000 tonnes this year for transfer to the strategic reserves, underscoring significant progress in the…
Herald
Zanu PF Politburo meets today
Joseph Madzimure-Zimpapers Politics Hub ZANU PF will hold a Politburo meeting today to deliberate on party business, evaluate the proposed Constitutional Amendment No. 3 Bill and address other critical matters.…
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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
National News
Senate minority walks out as majority ‘railroads’ online voting rule
'We walked out because what happened on the floor looked less like orderly deliberation,' the Senate minority says in a joint statement