Rep. Mark Green to resign from Congress after final tax bill vote

Mark Green, chairman of the House Homeland Security Committee and Tennessee Republican, plans to resign after a decisive House vote on the reconciliation package. His unexpected announcement leaves a gap in leadership amidst ongoing national security discussions. This transition prompts speculation about the future direction of the Homeland Security Committee and possible successors.

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Pura Luka Vega cleared in ‘Ama Namin’ performance case

“Pura Luka Vega, known offstage as Amadeus Fernando Pagente, was acquitted by the Manila Regional Trial Court of charges related to a viral performance. The court found insufficient evidence to convict Vega of violating the Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012 and Article 201 of the Revised Penal Code, marking a notable outcome in the legal proceedings.”

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22 senators take oath to serve as jurors in Sara Duterte’s trial

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.

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House executive vows to work with Senate on finalizing wage hike bill

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.

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Ice Seguerra’s new play examines queer love and transition

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.

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