The family of former Senator Manny Pacquiao accepts his unsuccessful Senate bid in recent elections, with his son expressing surprise but understanding. The boxing legend ran under the administration-backed Alyansa para sa Bagong Pilipinas slate.
Two Bohol candidates are facing disqualification over alleged vote-buying, with complaints filed to the Commission on Elections. The incidents underscore ongoing challenges in upholding electoral integrity in the Philippines.
The Department of Budget and Management confirmed a P2,000 honoraria increase for teachers and poll workers for the 2025 midterm elections, under President Marcos Jr.’s mandate.
Vice President Sara Duterte submitted her response to the Department of Justice regarding a National Bureau of Investigation case accusing her of inciting to sedition and grave threats against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos, and House Speaker Martin Romualdez.
Duterte Youth party-list members have filed an impeachment complaint against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. for facilitating the transfer of former President Rodrigo Duterte to the ICC. The move highlights significant political tensions within the Philippines as allies of Duterte challenge the current administration’s decision.
The Commission on Elections disqualified Pasig City congressional candidate Christian “Ian” Sia for making lewd and discriminatory remarks, following a petition by the anti-discrimination panel.
President Marcos orders an investigation into the vehicle barriers at Naia Terminal 1 after a fatal crash reveals barrier failure. The probe will examine installation and safety protocols, with new measures being implemented to enhance airport security.
Iglesia ni Cristo endorses Francisco “Isko Moreno” Domagoso and Chi Atienza, as well as 26 Manila City Council candidates, ahead of the 2025 midterm elections. The endorsement could influence the outcome of the elections, as INC is known for its bloc voting practice.
An explosion struck in front of the home of Maguindanao del Sur vice gubernatorial candidate Uztadz Hisham Nando. The incident occurred at 9 p.m. on Sunday in Buluan, with no injuries reported. Police are investigating, and the Comelec has placed the area under watch.
Senator Francis Tolentino calls for a Code of Conduct in the South China Sea that aligns with the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea and the 2016 Arbitral Award. He emphasizes the importance of such a code to manage tensions among claimant states.