MANILA, Philippines — The Commission on Elections (Comelec) officially proclaimed the Top 12 senators-elect of the 2025 midterm elections during a formal ceremony at The Manila Hotel on May 17, 2025. Leading the pack is Sen. Bong Go with an impressive 27.12 million votes, securing his spot as the top vote-getter and earning a second…
PASIG CITY — As the final votes are being tallied, Mayor Vico Sotto secures a decisive and historic third-term victory, a testament to his transformative leadership and the people of Pasig’s overwhelming support for progressive, transparent governance. The strong mandate further cements Sotto’s legacy as a reform-oriented leader who has consistently challenged the status quo,…
Former Vice President Leni Robredo has emerged victorious in the mayoralty race of Naga City, making history as the city’s first female mayor. Early results from the local Commission on Elections (COMELEC) show Robredo securing a commanding lead, solidifying her return to public service. Her election as mayor marks a significant milestone for Naga City,…
Santiago City, Isabela — The Commission on Elections (COMELEC) has summoned Santiago City Mayor Alyssa Sheena P. Tan and her uncle, Congressman Joseph S. Tan, over separate allegations of vote-buying in connection with their respective 2025 election campaigns. According to a list released by COMELEC, Mayor Tan was cited for the alleged distribution of money…
Davao City – Former President Rodrigo Duterte has called on his successor, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., to uphold fairness and a level playing field in the upcoming May elections. Speaking at the Partido Demokratiko Pilipino-Laban‘s first National Coordination Meeting on Thursday night, Jan. 30, Duterte emphasized the need to avoid any form of threats…
MANILA, Philippines – The complete transcript of President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr.’s third State of the Nation Address (SONA) is now available. Often referred to as the “President’s Report to the People,” the full text of the address, delivered on July 22, 2024, can be found on this page. President Marcos spoke before an audience…
A distressing situation unfolded on Haroun Al Rasheed Street in western Gaza, where civilians gathered around food aid trucks. According to reports, Israeli tanks and drones opened fire, resulting in 104 fatalities and 760 individuals sustaining injuries. The aid trucks attempted to evacuate the area, inadvertently causing further harm to civilians. The ongoing crisis has…
Lawmakers in the Lower House challenge Senator Imee Marcos to substantiate her issues concerning the P5.768-trillion 2024 national budget. The legislators specifically pointed out the bicameral conference committee, where the senator participated and signed the final budget report. According to Lanao del Norte Representative Mohammad Khalid Dimaporo, for those seeking answers, they should refer to…
Members of the House are set to convene today as the ‘Committee of the Whole.’ The purpose is to discuss the Resolution of Both Houses No. 7, advocating for economic Charter Change or Cha-Cha. In yesterday’s regular session, the motion to constitute the House as the Committee of the Whole for the proposed amendments to…
The Filipinos should be reminded of their responsibility to protect our country’s sovereignty. This was announced by Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro as he commemorates the 127th anniversary of the death of our national hero Dr. Jose Rizal today, December 30. The secretary also said that Rizal was a visionary and patriot who inspired others to…