PNP Chief Torre says yes to Baste Duterte’s fistfight dare
PNP Chief Gen. Nicholas Torre III accepts Davao City Mayor Sebastian Duterte’s fistfight challenge for a charitable cause aimed at aiding those affected by severe weather.
PNP Chief Gen. Nicholas Torre III accepts Davao City Mayor Sebastian Duterte’s fistfight challenge for a charitable cause aimed at aiding those affected by severe weather.
President Donald Trump hosts Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. at the White House to discuss tariffs and China’s influence in the Indo-Pacific, marking significant strides in US-Philippines relations.
Vice President Sara Duterte stated there is no duty obligating her to listen to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s State of the Nation Address. During her visit to The Hague, she responded to House spokesperson’s comments, emphasizing the absence of legal requirement for her or any Filipino to attend the Sona. Rodrigo Duterte, her father, is detained by the International Criminal Court.
A Pasig City court has denied bail to Apollo Quiboloy and his co-accused from the Kingdom of Jesus Christ in a trafficking case. The court ruled that the prosecution presented strong evidence of guilt, emphasizing that bail is not a right in this context. The decision marks a significant development in a high-profile legal case involving trafficking allegations, with further hearings scheduled.
Senator Sherwin Gatchalian is drafting a law to penalize not only operators of illegal online gambling but also promoters like influencers, agencies, and e-wallet services to curb unauthorized gambling activities in the Philippines.
The House of Representatives confirms compliance with the Supreme Court’s order regarding impeachment details of VP Sara Duterte, adhering to constitutional standards.
The Philippine and Cambodian military chiefs met in Phnom Penh to reaffirm military cooperation, emphasizing regional stability and security. The meeting is part of ongoing efforts to strengthen bilateral relations between the two Southeast Asian nations.
Malacañang addresses public criticism by highlighting existing government programs for elderly Filipinos amid discussions on the proposed Parents Welfare bill, which seeks to mandate children’s support for their aging parents. Authorities emphasize ongoing efforts to enhance senior welfare through established initiatives.
Ruth Castelo, spokesperson for the Office of the Vice President, refutes business ties with Atong Ang since 2009, following her previous role as his lawyer.
First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos is on a working visit to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to meet with overseas Filipino workers (OFWs), focusing on their welfare and skipping the US trip with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. The visit includes initiatives to aid distressed women and children OFWs, from July 17-20, 2025.