Senate deadlock at 11-11: What it means for majority and minority blocs
The Senate majority’s slim advantage is increasingly under strain as two of its members are unable to participate in sessions because of legal troubles
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FACT CHECK: Video of Romualdez challenging VP Sara to face allegations is AI-generated
While Romualdez did say in 2024 that Vice President Sara Duterte should speak up about the accusations against her, his statement does not match the remarks shown in the AI-generated…
Sara Duterte yet to regain high public approval as impeachment trial looms
Faced with stagnant public approval and an impending Senate impeachment trial, Duterte faces a dual battle to remain in office while protecting her 2028 presidential ambition
FACT CHECK: No UN arrest warrant for Marcos
The claim stems from a Japanese NGO’s submission to the UN Human Rights Council on the Duterte case; the Philippines’ foreign affairs department brushed off the group's submission as ‘baseless’
Editors' Pick
Here are DepEd policy changes you need to know for SY 2026-2027
A three-term academic calendar and a new grading system are among the changes being implemented by the Department of Education
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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
In Depth
Jinky Luistro, rising star
Jinky Luistro rose from being a 19th Congress neophyte with an uncommon political surname, to a breakout star leading the prosecution team in a high-stakes trial
In Depth
Jinky Luistro, rising star
Jinky Luistro rose from being a 19th Congress neophyte with an uncommon political surname, to a breakout star leading the prosecution team in a high-stakes trial
Fact Check
FACT CHECK: Lacson remains a senator, did not resign
The false claim likely stemmed from a misrepresentation of Lacson's interview with One News, in which the senator says he had considered resigning amid controversies in the upper chamber
Fact Check
FACT CHECK: Tito Sotto did not replace Sara Duterte as vice president
Sara Duterte remains the sitting vice president; she is set to face an impeachment trial in the Senate in July
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
Explainers
Philippine-Japan GSOMIA: What is it? Why now?
The forthcoming agreement would be the latest milestone in the growing defense and security ties between the two Asian countries
Editors' Pick
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…
Fact Check
FACT CHECK: No Marcos order to stop impeachment proceedings vs VP Sara
There is no order from Marcos to stop the impeachment trial in the Senate; in fact, Malacañang said on May 18 that the President will not interfere in the proceedings
Explainers
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
Business
Filipino scientists developed this biofertilizer. The problem was scaling it.
State-funded biofertilizer production faltered. A private company has since obtained exclusive rights to scale Bio-N production.
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Marcos in Japan: Security, energy, trade, and peace in a chaotic world
The Philippine President is accorded a state visit, signaling Manila’s growing importance to Japan and vice versa
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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…
Fact Check
FACT CHECK: Arroyo’s ‘message’ to lawmakers pushing for VP Sara impeachment is fake
A member of Arroyo’s staff says the quote card attributed to the Pampanga lawmaker is ‘fake news and misleading content'
Inside Track
‘Mahal kita’: Senate session turns into comedy hour after Lapid’s surprise ‘confession’
'Gusto ko po kasi na malaman mo na,' Lito Lapid says, pausing briefly. 'Mahal kita.'
Fact Check
FACT CHECK: Vice Ganda not summoned by Senate over ‘We’re under attack’ skit
The skit on the noontime program ‘It’s Showtime’ seemingly references Senate President Alan Peter Cayetano’s live broadcast during the shooting incident at the Senate
Fact Check
FACT CHECK: Lawmakers say no perks, budget increase for ‘yes’ vote on VP Sara impeachment
Representatives Albee Benitez and Lordan Suan denied any increase in lawmakers’ Maintenance and Other Operating Expenses allocations amid discussions on Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment
Editors' Pick
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'
Editors' Pick
LOOK BACK: When Alan Cayetano was House speaker
Senate President Alan Peter Cayetano once served as House speaker during the Duterte administration
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Things to know: Duties and responsibilities of the Senate president
(1st UPDATE) The Senate president, who wields significant influence, is often at the mercy of shifting political alliances
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The coup that made Alan Peter Cayetano Senate president
Alan Peter Cayetano says he is prepared to step down as Senate president at any moment if that is God’s will
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Can Senator Bato dela Rosa join Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial online?
Senator Rodante Marcoleta pushes to amend the Senate rules that would allow senators under 'justifiable reasons' to attend and participate in the session through video conference