Duterte recognizes Sison’s legacy but hopes for end of insurgency
FORMER PRESIDENT Rodrigo R. Duterte acknowledged the historical legacy left by Communist Party of the Philippines founder Jose Maria Sison, but said his death...
Solon calls for probe on cause of death among inmates linked to De Lima...
A LAWMAKER called for a probe on the deaths of high-profile prisoners and possible links to the detention of a former senator.
House Deputy Minority...
Bangsamoro celebrates Muslim heritage and tri-people diversity
A FLUVIAL parade on Monday featuring a reenactment of the arrival of Shariff Kabunsuan, the Arab missionary believed to have introduced Islam to southern...
Baliuag now a city of Bulacan
THE TOWN of Baliuag in Bulacan province is now a city after its residents voted on Saturday in favor of a law on the...
Lawmaker questions looming hike in disaster insurance
A SOLON has filed a resolution seeking to investigate an increase in insurance premium rates for catastrophes like earthquakes, floods, and typhoons that will...
China likely to just snub PHL senators’ tirade on sea incident
By Alyssa Nicole O. Tan, Reporter
CHINA could not be expected to change its stance and course of action in disputed parts of the South...
PHL partners with two EU countries on defense
PRESIDENT Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. has sought support from the Czech Republic and the Netherlands to enhance the technological capacity of the Philippines’ defense...
House approves NCSTP bill on final reading
THE HOUSE of Representatives on Thursday approved on 3rd and final reading a measure that seeks mandatory military training for public and private tertiary...
Bangsamoro transport ministry ready to take over airport terminal operations by Jan. 1
THE BANGSAMORO Airport Authority (BAA) will start handling the passenger terminal operations of four airports in the region by Jan. 1, the regional government...
Spain vows continued support for peace programs in Bangsamoro region
SPAIN has vowed to provide continuing support to peace programs in the Bangsamoro, an autonomous region in southern Philippines that is transitioning from a...
Comelec disqualifies Cagayan governor for violating spending ban
THE COMMISSION ON Elections (Comelec) has disqualified Cagayan Governor Manuel N. Mamba, Sr. from the May elections for disbursing funds for transport vehicles, cash...
Bills on Ease of Paying Taxes: Creation of small taxpayer group, different e-payments proposed
THE SENATE Ways and Means Committee on Wednesday deliberated on proposals to ease the payment of taxes, including the creation of new classifications for...