Imelda Marcos Acquitted in 7 Graft Cases

The Supreme Court's First Division has acquitted Imelda Marcos, widow of the late Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos, in seven graft cases related to Swiss foundations. This decision carries significant weight for the Marcos family and their political legacy. Imelda Marcos has faced corruption allegations for many years, and this acquittal offers a reprieve from her legal burdens. In contrast, within the current administration, Vice President Sara Duterte has accused the authorities of conducting surveillance on her family, labeling it as "child abuse." The Vice President stated that the surveillance by law enforcement agencies continues, strongly criticizing the Marcos administration's actions. This could indicate internal tensions within the government. On the educational front, there is positive news: the performance of Filipino students in reading, mathematics, and science has improved in the Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA). In the 2025 survey, the Philippines climbed out of the bottom 10 countries in these subjects. This may suggest that years of educational reform efforts are beginning to bear fruit. Additionally, the report includes news of Iran's attack on a US military base and attacks on ships near the Strait of Hormuz. However, these are international events not directly related to domestic Philippine affairs. Source: Rappler Philippines