MANILA, Philippines — The Senate will continue to go after those behind flood control project anomalies, even as the impeachment of Vice President Sara Duterte is in progress, Senior Deputy Majority Leader JV Ejercito said in a recent statement. “The preparations of the Ombudsman for filing criminal charges against those involved in the flood control
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Defense: ‘We’ve never discussed’ Sara Duterte resignation
MANILA, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte’s defense team said Wednesday that they have never discussed the possibility of their client resigning amid her ongoing impeachment trial. Defense spokesperson Michael Poa made the pronouncement in response to Bicol Saro Partylist Rep. Terry Ridon’s recent remarks saying the vice president shouldn’t resign as “they have yet
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Escudero suggests defense, prosec nominate new non-counsel spox
MANILA, Philippines — Presiding officer Francis “Chiz” Escudero on Wednesday suggested that the prosecution and defense panels in Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial consider designating new spokespersons who are not part of their respective legal teams. “You might want to consider, in order to give a fair hand, nominating a spokesperson that is purely
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Leyte town builds Eastern Visayas’ 1st market wastewater treatment plant
TACLOBAN CITY — The local government unit of Burauen, Leyte has built the first-ever public market wastewater treatment facility in Eastern Visayas as part of its efforts to improve public sanitation and promote environmental sustainability. Designed to collect, treat, and properly dispose of wastewater generated within the Burauen Commercial Complex, the P17-million facility has an estimated
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Clearing of landslide debris from Bukidnon road may take 4 months
VALENCIA CITY, Bukidnon — Clearing operations at a massive landslide site in Sitio Balakayo, Barangay Kalagangan, San Fernando, Bukidnon may take about four months to complete, the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) said. The landslide, triggered by continuous heavy rains enhanced Super Typhoon Inday on July 6, buried a large section of the
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Lineman dies while conducting power repairs in Cagayan
TUGUEGARAO CITY – A 39-year-old lineman was declared a “line warrior” for his service after dying from electrocution while repairing a power cable during line upgrading work in this city on July 20. Micheal Fernandez, 39, of the Cagayan Electric Cooperative, Inc. (CAGELCO I) stationed in Solana, Cagayan was killed near the Tuguegarao City Islamic
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Libon, Albay stages Paroy Festival, honors farmers amid dry spell
LIBON, Albay — Colorfully dressed performers took to the streets on Wednesday (July 22) as the municipality staged its annual Paroy Festival to honor the resilience of farmers despite the challenges posed by the prolonged dry spell. Seven contingents showcased the different stages of rice farming—from land preparation and planting to harvesting—through street dancing and
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Mandaue City to launch Visayas’ first LGU mental health hotline in September
MANDAUE CITY, Cebu — The Mandaue City Government is set to launch its Mental Health Hotline in September, a program aimed at providing immediate assistance to individuals experiencing mental health concerns. City Administrator Atty. Gonzalo Malig-on Jr. said the hotline was originally scheduled for an earlier launch but was moved to September to coincide with
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SONA 2025 throwback: Marcos recognizes growing public dissatisfaction
MANILA, Philippines – During his fourth State of the Nation Address (SONA) in 2025, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. acknowledged growing public dissatisfaction with the government, admitting shortcomings in the delivery of public services and vowed to improve governance and restore public trust. /dp READ: SONA 2026: What lies ahead for Marcos in his final 2
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Palace declares special non-working days in 11 localities
MANILA – Malacañang has declared special non-working days in 11 areas nationwide to allow residents’ full participation in local fiestas, founding anniversary celebrations, festivals and historical commemorations. Executive Secretary Ralph Recto, by authority of the President, signed Proclamation No. 1352 to 1357 on July 16, covering Pililla, Rizal; Sudipen, La Union; Asuncion and Kapalong in
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