The Sandiganbayan has deferred the arraignment and pre-trial of former Sen. Ramon “Bong” Revilla Jr. in connection with the alleged P92.8-million flood control project in Bulacan and reset the proceedings to Feb. 16.
A federal judge has ordered the U.S. Department of Justice to unseal records tied to the recent seizure of 2020 election ballots and documents in Fulton County, Georgia, by Tuesday, directing the agency to place warrant materials and related filings on the public court docket with only limited, court-approved redactions, in a case that has drawn national attention to federal actions involving Georgia’s 2020 vote.
New DHS data show that less than 14% of individuals arrested by ICE during the Trump administration had violent criminal records. The official statistics, not previously reported in this detail, offer a comprehensive look at who was targeted in federal immigration enforcement operations. The figures distinguish between violent offenses, non-violent crimes, and immigration-related violations. The data provide an evidence-based view of the criminal histories of those detained and add clarity to public debates over immigration policy, enforcement priorities, and public safety impacts across the United States.
Alex Eala defeated Aliaksandra Sasnovich of Belarus, 2-6, 6-4, 7-6(5), on Thursday (Philippine time) to advance to the quarterfinals of the Abu Dhabi Open at the International Tennis Centre in Zayed Sports City.
Anthony Davis, a 10-time NBA All-Star forward, was traded by the Dallas Mavericks to the Washington Wizards on Wednesday in a deal involving eight players and five NBA Draft picks, ESPN reported.
Filipino American musician Marco Paguia won the Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album on Sunday as a producer of “Buena Vista Social Club” during the 68th Annual Grammy Awards at the Crypto.com Arena.
Prince Andrew has moved from his residence at Royal Lodge in Windsor to a royal estate in eastern England, the BBC reported Tuesday, as scrutiny intensifies over his ties to the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte is expected to appear in person at the International Criminal Court (ICC) for the confirmation of charges hearing, with the tribunal introducing special measures to accommodate his health.
Nur Syazana Zakaria, 36, posted in the Malaysian Chess Community Facebook group on Jan. 16, inviting enthusiasts to play with her son, Muhammad Nur Raziq Muhammad Nur Qisti, at her food stall in Senawang Prima, Negeri Sembilan. Since then, about 10 visitors have stopped by to play with him.
During the session, Senate Majority Leader Juan Miguel Zubiri teased her by repeatedly calling her “Madam President.”