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Interior and Local Government Secretary Jonvic Remulla expressed openness to dialogue with the True Brown Style (TBS) group, but stressed that a commitment to cease criminal activities must be a prerequisite. TBS Worldwide has defended its members, urging authorities not to generalize the group as criminals.
The Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) has begun gathering information on the criminal group "True Brown Style" (TBS), suspected of recruiting minors. The organization, reportedly composed of individuals in their late teens and early 20s, has become a national concern.
The Philippine Supreme Court ruled that inherited property passed on after heirs deliberately waive their rights can be considered a lawful donation, provided legal requirements are met. This decision may impact tax treatments for property transfers.
The Armed Forces of the Philippines is reviewing security protocols and investigating potential information leaks after Chinese vessels intercepted a Philippine resupply mission to Ayungin Shoal at a greater distance than in previous incidents, signaling heightened tensions in the South China Sea.
Air quality in parts of Metro Manila was reported as 'very unhealthy' on Wednesday due to lingering transboundary haze, potentially linked to fires in Indonesia. The Environmental Management Bureau cited high levels of fine particulate matter (PM2.5) as the cause.
Discontent is growing within the National Unity Party (NUP), a bloc aligned with the majority in the Philippine House of Representatives, over the draft P7.2-trillion national budget for 2027. A party leader confirmed lawmakers are demanding changes to the spending bill.
A civil society-led Truth Commission in the Philippines is working to create a unified registry of deaths from the "war on drugs" under the Duterte administration, as the total death toll remains a contentious issue.
An agreement between the Office of the Ombudsman and the Procurement Service-Department of Budget and Management (PS-DBM) aims to expedite graft investigations into government procurement. This pact will grant the Ombudsman faster access to data on the Philippine Government Electronic Procurement System (PhilGEPS) and government contracts, potentially accelerating probes into irregularities.
President Marcos has signed an executive order institutionalizing an online system to monitor public spending, aiming to enhance transparency through emerging technologies like blockchain. This move comes as a legislative measure to expand citizen access to government expenditure data remains stalled in Congress.
The Philippine Supreme Court on Wednesday dismissed three petitions seeking to invalidate the Senate impeachment court's decision to lower the required votes for conviction, allowing the impeachment proceedings against the Vice President to proceed under the revised rule.
The Philippine Department of Justice will investigate the credibility and motives of a dismissed policeman who claims to have delivered cash to members of the Duterte family, following his affidavit. The Vice President has denied any involvement.
Health authorities in Agusan del Sur, Philippines, have declared a dengue outbreak after 674 cases were reported in just over seven months this year. This marks a significant increase from the previous year, raising public health concerns.
Ifugao province, renowned for its World Heritage rice terraces, has been designated an emerging 'growth pole' in the Cordillera region, alongside Kalinga province. This designation, based on improved economic performance, aims to boost regional economic activity and attract investment.
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) deployed a patrol vessel and aircraft to drive away the Chinese research vessel JIA HAI KE 7, which was allegedly conducting unauthorized marine scientific research within the Philippines' exclusive economic zone (EEZ) off Batanes. A China Coast Guard vessel also arrived at the scene, escalating tensions.
The Philippines has adopted the Phnom Penh Declaration at an international conference, committing to enhance global cooperation against online scams and related transnational crimes. Filipino citizens are reportedly victims of fraud and human trafficking into scam operations.
The prosecution in the impeachment trial of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte has decided not to present former senator Antonio Trillanes IV as a witness. Trillanes himself stated he requested his removal, as his testimony was intended to focus on Duterte's bank records.
A Philippine anti-graft court has maintained former Public Works and Highways Secretary Manuel Bonoan as a co-accused in a graft case linked to flood control projects involving Senator Jinggoy Estrada. Bonoan is accused of conspiring with Estrada to ensure the inclusion of flood control projects in Bulacan province in the 2025 national budget.
The 'Dapat Isa Lang' initiative, aiming to enact a law banning political dynasties in the Philippines, has launched a digital signature platform. The goal is to collect 7.5 million signatures from voters nationwide, promoting broader public participation.
The Philippine Supreme Court has ordered the Office of the President, the Commission on Elections, and Congress to comment within five days on a law postponing the barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan elections (BSKE) to 2028, following a challenge by an election lawyer citing infringement of voting rights.
President Marcos has signed an executive order institutionalizing the Centralized Open Monitoring Platform for Appropriations and Spending Statistics (COMPASS) portal, aiming to enhance transparency in government spending and allow citizens to track the use of their taxes online.
Former House Speaker Lord Allan Velasco has left the Philippines amid allegations of his involvement in a scheme to deliver billions of pesos in cash. Authorities have raided properties linked to Velasco, seizing firearms, and are urging him to return and clarify the accusations.
A misunderstanding between Vice President Sara Duterte's spokesmen has been resolved, with Paolo Panelo sharing a photo with Michael Poa to signify their reconciliation and put an end to the public dispute.
The Philippine Supreme Court has dismissed three petitions challenging the impeachment court's ruling on the voting threshold for conviction. This decision upholds the independence of the impeachment proceedings, allowing the trial to move forward with evidence presentation. Meanwhile, the presentation of bank records related to the Vice President's alleged unexplained wealth is set to begin.
Malacañang stated that Davao City Mayor Sebastian “Baste” Duterte appears "unconcerned" about Vice President Sara Duterte’s financial stake in GenCorp Industries Inc. This follows his impeachment trial testimony claiming he only learned of GenCorp through the proceedings.
The Philippine Senate resumes the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte at 10 a.m. today. Proceedings are expected to focus on the submission of evidence in real-time.
Twenty-five years after its enactment, the Electric Power Industry Reform Act (EPIRA) is credited with resolving the Philippines' past power crisis. However, industry leaders emphasize the urgent need for legislative updates and infrastructure investment to address modern challenges like renewable energy and EV adoption, with Meralco aiming to transform from a mere distributor to a manager of distributed energy resources (DERs).
During the impeachment trial of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte, House prosecutor Keith Flores presented evidence of property sales and mortgages under her husband's name, pressing for accountability. The trial continued with witness testimonies.
The Philippine Senate impeachment court summoned the Register of Deeds from Davao City to testify regarding alleged properties of Vice President Sara Duterte and her husband. The official was asked to present evidence related to Article 2 of the impeachment articles, which alleges unexplained wealth accumulation.
Philippine Catholic Church leaders have launched an online signature campaign advocating for legislation to curb political dynasties, emphasizing that public office should be a trust from the people, not a family inheritance.
The House prosecution panel has decided not to present former senator Antonio Trillanes IV as a witness in the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, despite his previous allegations concerning the Duterte family's bank accounts.
The Philippine Supreme Court has dismissed petitions challenging the adjusted voting threshold in the Vice President's impeachment trial. The SC upheld the Senate impeachment court's decision to count only senator-judges deemed 'legally and factually capable' of participating at the time of the vote.
Senator-Judge Raffy Tulfo suggested that former Senator Antonio Trillanes IV should testify before the Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC) executive director in the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte. Tulfo reasoned that Trillanes' alleged findings on bank accounts could serve as a basis for AMLC's confirmation.
The Philippines is bracing for a very strong El Niño phenomenon in the last quarter of 2026, with nearly 300,000 people already affected in Cagayan Valley, Calabarzon, and Caraga. The weather bureau warns of drought and rising temperatures, urging public water conservation.
Rep. Jonathan Keith Flores has emerged as a notable figure in the impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte, drawing increased attention within the Philippines regarding his background and role in the trial.
The Philippines' Department of Justice (DOJ) announced that the extradition process for Apollo Quiboloy, founder of the Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC), to the United States is in its final stages. The US has requested his extradition on charges including sex trafficking.
Philippine manufacturing activity contracted in September for the first time in five months, with weaker demand and rising costs impacting output and new orders, according to an S&P Global survey. Future outlook also shows increased uncertainty.