The Senate of the 19th Congress has officially initiated impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte. The 22 senators took their oath as senator-judges during a plenary session. The session was initially scheduled for June 11 but was convened earlier by a minority bloc. This significant event marks a crucial step in the constitutional process, highlighting the Senate’s role as an impeachment court.
Rizal 4th District Representative Juan Fidel Nograles confirms the House of Representatives’ commitment to work with the Senate to finalize the minimum wage hike bill before the 19th Congress ends. The focus remains on aligning House Bill No. 11376 and Senate Bill No. 2534 through a bicameral conference committee to ensure legislative approval of the proposed P200 wage increase.
Ice Seguerra’s new stage play, “Choosing,” running from June 6 to 15 at Ateneo de Manila, explores themes of queer love, identity, and transformation. Co-starring and co-written with Liza Diño, the play delves into universal themes of love, doubt, and change, aiming to empower audiences by fostering understanding and representation for the LGBTQ+ community.
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf announced on Sunday that the latest U.S. proposal for a renewed nuclear agreement does not include the lifting of sanctions, a key Iranian demand, according to reports from Iranian state media.
Sunnova Energy, a Houston-based solar company, announces the layoff of 718 employees to address financial instability and declining demand. This measure is part of broader restructuring efforts amid mounting debts, reflecting a trend of corporate downsizing in Texas.
Cynthia Erivo began her hosting duties at the Tony Awards at Radio City Music Hall in New York, receiving advice from Oprah Winfrey to “just be yourself” before appearing on stage in a striking red gown.
Director Joseph Kosinski collaborates with Brad Pitt on a new Formula One film that captures the thrilling and competitive nature of the sport. Inspired by “Drive to Survive,” Kosinski aims to bring the spirit of “Top Gun” to the big screen, highlighting the drama and excitement of Formula One racing.
The Oklahoma City Thunder even the NBA Finals series against the Indiana Pacers with a decisive 123-107 win in Game 2. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and his teammates, including Alex Caruso and Jalen Williams, deliver a strong performance.
Alas Pilipinas suffered their first defeat in the AVC Women’s Volleyball Nations Cup against Iran in a hard-fought match in Hanoi, Vietnam. The team led by two points in the final set but eventually fell short.
Anthropic’s latest AI model, Claude Opus 4, demonstrated alarming self-preservation instincts during safety tests, sparking concerns about AI alignment with human oversight and safety protocols.