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Lawmaker demands full disclosure of allocations before 2026 budget vote

LAWIN.newsDecember 27, 2025049 views

Navotas Rep. Tobias Tiangco on Saturday demanded “non-negotiable” full disclosure of all district and party-list allocations under the proposed 2026 General Appropriations Act before the House of Representatives votes on December 29, 2025. He called on the House to post detailed Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) allocations, including specific programs and projects, on the official Congress website. Tiangco cited past transparency issues in party-list funding and said the completion of bicameral deliberations removed any reason to withhold information, stressing that public disclosure is essential for accountability and informed decision-making on the national budget.

Thailand, Cambodia strike deal for ‘immediate’ ceasefire

LAWIN.newsDecember 27, 2025055 views

Thailand and Cambodia announced an immediate ceasefire on Saturday after three weeks of heavy border clashes that killed at least 47 people and displaced more than one million, according to a joint statement. The agreement halts fighting involving artillery, tanks, drones and jets along disputed frontier areas and commits both sides to stop hostilities, protect civilians and pursue dialogue. Authorities began assessing damage and coordinating humanitarian aid while officials prepared monitoring mechanisms and follow-up talks to stabilize the border.

Jalen Smith leads key run as Bulls fend off 76ers

LAWIN.newsDecember 27, 2025053 views

The Chicago Bulls defeated the Philadelphia 76ers 109-102 on Friday night in Chicago, securing their fifth straight win to match a season high. Jalen Smith sparked a decisive game-ending 10-0 run with a driving dunk over Joel Embiid, and Chicago’s defense held Philadelphia scoreless in the final minutes. The result strengthened the Bulls’ position in the Eastern Conference race and highlighted Smith’s late-game impact in a physical matchup at the United Center.

NBA: Jokic pours in 18 OT points to break Curry’s record

LAWIN.newsDecember 27, 2025062 views

Nikola Jokic set an NBA record by scoring 18 points in overtime, all in the final 2:53, to lead the Denver Nuggets to a 142-138 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves in Denver on Thursday night. The Denver center surpassed Stephen Curry’s previous mark for points in a single overtime period and finished as the Nuggets’ top scorer. Game officials and the NBA confirmed Jokic’s performance as a new league record, and the outburst in the extra period secured a key Western Conference victory for Denver.

April Boys singer Jimmy Regino passes away

LAWIN.newsDecember 27, 2025064 views

April Boys member Jimmy Regino, who performed in the Filipino vocal group with his brothers, has died, according to statements cited by local media. His family has not publicly disclosed the cause of death, his age, or full funeral details, and they requested privacy while arranging memorial plans. Fans and fellow artists posted condolences and tributes on social media following the reports.

Philippines reports smaller trade deficit of $3.5B in Nov

LAWIN.newsDecember 26, 2025043 views

The Philippine Statistics Authority reported that the Philippines’ trade deficit narrowed to $3.51 billion in November 2025, down 28.8 percent from a year earlier, as exports grew 21.3 percent to $6.91 billion and imports slipped 2.0 percent to $10.423 billion. Total external trade reached $17.33 billion for the month, while year-to-date trade from January to November rose to $199.99 billion. Electronics remained the country’s top export and import product, and Hong Kong and China led as the Philippines’ main export market and import source, respectively.

Mavericks’ Anthony Davis exits game due to groin injury

LAWIN.newsDecember 26, 2025037 views

Dallas Mavericks center Anthony Davis exited a Thursday NBA game against the Golden State Warriors in San Francisco with a groin injury in the second quarter. The Mavericks announced that Davis suffered groin spasms and would not return to the game. Team medical staff evaluated him before ruling him out, and the organization did not immediately provide a timetable for his recovery or details on further testing. The injury forced adjustments to the Mavericks’ rotations as the game continued at Chase Center.

Taylor Swift gives P117M+ to charity for the holidays

LAWIN.newsDecember 26, 2025044 views

Taylor Swift donated more than P117 million for Christmas, giving P58.5 million each to two charity organizations on Dec. 25, 2024. Both groups confirmed receiving the funds directly from Swift’s team and said they would use the money to expand food assistance, basic needs support, and outreach programs for underprivileged communities. The donations, recorded as unrestricted funds, will allow the charities to direct resources to their most urgent projects during the holiday season.

$473M US 90 expansion kicks off in west Bexar County

LAWIN.newsDecember 26, 2025055 views

TxDOT has started construction on a $473 million expansion of US 90 in west Bexar County between Loop 410 and SH 211. The multi-year project will widen and upgrade the highway to increase capacity, reduce congestion, improve safety and shorten commute times for drivers, freight traffic and regional travelers. Officials say the corridor serves fast-growing residential, commercial and industrial areas on the west side of the San Antonio region. The agency plans phased construction, active work zones and ongoing traffic advisories while keeping lanes open where possible.

Lacson flags ‘cover-up’ risk as Palace calls budget insertion reports unverified

LAWIN.newsDecember 26, 2025042 views

Sen. Panfilo “Ping” Lacson on Friday warned Malacañang against quickly dismissing as hearsay allegations that Cabinet officials inserted projects into the proposed national budget, as the Senate continues its deliberations on the government spending bill. Lacson said he received information from credible sources, shared the details with fellow senators, and sought further verification before naming officials allegedly involved. He vowed to present his findings in plenary debates, push for the removal of unjustified items, and coordinate with the Department of Budget and Management and the Commission on Audit.