The Bacoor Municipal Trial Court has convicted GMA artist Archie Alemania of acts of lasciviousness against fellow artist Rita Daniela, sentencing him to up to one year in prison and ordering him to pay P40,000 in damages.
Ombudsman Boying Remulla announced potential criminal charges against former Representative Elizaldy Co, linked to ghost flood control projects. A P289.5-million Mindoro project is central to these allegations, as authorities intensify their investigation into the misuse of public funds.
New York Attorney General Letitia James faces federal fraud charges, accused of bank fraud by the Justice Department. The indictment, announced in October, culminates in a court appearance where James plans to plead not guilty.
Carlos Yulo, a Paris Olympic double gold medalist, won a bronze medal in the men’s floor exercise at the 53rd FIG Artistic Gymnastics World Championships in Jakarta, scoring 14.533 points.
Consul General Gunther Sales and Vice Consul Tanya Gaurano attended the Awards Night and Gala of the University of the Philippines Alumni Association in America (UPAAA).
The Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office is actively searching for 11-year-old Tyrek Jackson, missing from Fresno, Texas. Last seen in grey attire, authorities seek public assistance. For info, call 281-341-4665.
As Israeli lawmakers advance bills for West Bank annexation, Senator J.D. Vance’s visit underscores evolving diplomatic dynamics. The proposed legislation seeks to extend Israeli sovereignty, sparking varied reactions amid international concerns over peace efforts. Ongoing debates in Israel highlight the complex interplay of domestic and global influences, with potential implications for regional stability and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
The ongoing federal shutdown threatens nearly 900,000 Houston-area residents reliant on SNAP benefits, highlighting the urgency for immediate food assistance resources in the region.
President Donald Trump reportedly seeks $230 million in restitution from the Justice Department, citing federal prosecutions against him. Details of the legal basis remain unclear. The unusual request highlights ongoing complexities in Trump’s legal landscape. Observers anticipate potential implications for prosecutorial accountability amid ongoing scrutiny of Trump’s legal dealings.
Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla has requested the Senate to enforce a 2016 dismissal order against Senator Joel Villanueva over alleged misuse of PDAF funds. The order relates to Villanueva’s time at TESDA, with ongoing legal challenges and public attention surrounding the case.