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The Philippine Senate has lowered the number of votes required for a guilty verdict in the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte-Carpio, potentially making it easier for prosecutors to secure a conviction. The decision excludes senators unable to participate from the vote count.
The United Broiler Raisers Association (UBRA) in the Philippines expresses skepticism about the poultry industry's growth prospects for 2027, citing ongoing fuel crises, a weak peso, and inflationary pressures. They question the optimistic projections from the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) regarding demand.
The National Grid Corp. of the Philippines (NGCP) projects that Mindanao's power reserves will be depleted by 2028 due to a lack of new generating capacity. Rising demand threatens to outpace supply, raising concerns of a severe power crisis similar to 2012.
India aims to bridge its trade deficit with the Philippines compared to other ASEAN nations by initiating Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations next year. Bilateral trade between the two countries stood at $3.55 billion in 2025, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority.
The Philippines' Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has released the implementing rules and regulations (IRR) for electronic invoicing, mandating selected taxpayers to issue electronic invoices by year-end as part of its tax administration digitalization efforts.
The Philippines is actively seeking to expand the scope of products covered in its Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations with the European Union (EU). The nation aims to finalize a comprehensive FTA before its GSP+ preferential tariff benefits expire in 2027, pushing for an agreement that includes not just market access but also services and investments.
New HIV diagnoses in the Philippines dropped 39% in Q2 2026, but an estimated 128,000 individuals may be unaware of their infection. Health authorities emphasize the need to improve testing access and sustained care.
The Commission on Audit (COA) has identified deficiencies in the Office of the Vice President's (OVP) relief operations, involving nearly P168 million in 2025. Issues include deviations from guidelines and incomplete documentation. The OVP stated it would release a statement after reviewing the COA findings.
The Senate impeachment court in the Philippines voted to reduce the number of votes required for conviction in the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, a move that could significantly impact the proceedings.
The Philippine Space Agency (PhilSa) has alerted coastal communities to the possibility of debris from a recent Chinese rocket launch washing ashore in Philippine waters, urging them to report any suspicious findings at sea.
Tropical Storm Surigae, which intensified from a tropical depression on Wednesday night, September 23, is expected to enter the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) by Thursday morning, September 24. While unlikely to make landfall, its trough may bring scattered rain and thunderstorms to some areas.
Far Eastern University (FEU) Manila suspended classes late Wednesday, September 23, as a precautionary measure after receiving a bomb threat. The university advised students, faculty, and staff to evacuate the campus to ensure safety.
A public-private partnership (PPP) aiming to modernize and sustain the Philippines' fuel marking program (FMP) has advanced after securing P19.16 million in technical and transaction advisory support, receiving provisional approval from the Project Development and Monitoring Facility (PDMF) committee. This move is expected to boost tax revenues and combat fuel adulteration.
Boracay Water joins the newly reorganized Wastewater Management Council (WMC) of Malay Municipality, aiming to strengthen wastewater governance and environmental protection on Boracay Island. This initiative seeks to ensure the island's fragile ecosystem is preserved amidst sustainable tourism development.
The House prosecution in the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte will rely on its presented evidence for conviction, not a modified voting threshold, according to a spokesperson. This emphasizes a focus on the strength of evidence over procedural changes.
A van plunged into a 10-meter-deep ravine in Atok, Benguet, Philippines, resulting in the death of the 62-year-old driver and injuries to three passengers. The incident occurred Wednesday morning, with police notified later in the afternoon.
A progressive group has asked the National Police Commission (Napolcom) to investigate the alleged theft of two activists' mobile phones during a martial law rally. One phone is reportedly traced from Camp Crame to Greenhills, prompting calls for a thorough inquiry into the incident.
A House prosecutor on Wednesday said the Supreme Court can only review the new 14-vote threshold for impeachment trials after senator-judges have actually convicted Vice President Sara Duterte. The statement came after Senator-Judge Alan Peter Cayetano asked whether the Senate impeachment court or the SC should settle the issue.
The Ramon Magsaysay Bamboo Producers Cooperative (RAMAGBA) in Zamboanga del Sur is driving sustainable development by equipping local schools and creating rural jobs through its engineered bamboo furniture manufacturing.
The trough of a tropical depression is expected to bring rain to Visayas and Mindanao on Thursday, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA). Localized thunderstorms are forecast for the rest of the country.
A tropical depression off Southeastern Luzon may intensify as it enters the Philippine area of responsibility (PAR) by Thursday morning, September 24, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa). Maximum sustained winds are expected to reach 95 kph.
Education Secretary Sonny Angara praised the ratification of the Basic Education Voucher Assistance Act, stating it strengthens the private school subsidy framework and improves access to quality education, addressing public school limitations.
An indigenous Mangyan-Iraya group in Occidental Mindoro has denounced 'fabricated criminal charges' filed by a real estate developer, alleging they are retaliation for defending their ancestral domain and obstructing their legitimate rights.
The Philippines may not achieve full electrification until 2033, five years later than the government’s target, a lawmaker stated. Connecting remote rural areas to the electric grid could cost billions, with potential funding shortfalls delaying the rollout.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is inclined to support a proposal to suspend real property tax hikes, following concerns raised by the private sector about increased financial burdens due to higher property valuations. The Department of Finance has begun addressing the issue.
Quezon City police recovered a stolen Mitsubishi Montero in Mandaluyong City following a victim's complaint regarding a breach in a mortgage deal, highlighting issues of trust in financial transactions.
Senator Pia Cayetano has inquired with the National Privacy Commission (NPC) about the possibility of investigating the public disclosure of her and her brother Senator Alan Peter Cayetano's flight details. The NPC may look into the matter from a personal data protection standpoint.
A Philippine congressman has criticized the Department of Budget and Management's (DBM) proposed budget for the Polytechnic University of the Philippines (PUP) for 2027, deeming it too low to sustain university operations and 'far from reality.'
Malacañang dismissed a lawmaker's label of the P60-billion Local Government Support Fund (LGSF) as "presidential pork barrel," calling it an attempt to stir controversy. The Palace stated the fund's legality can be challenged before the Supreme Court.
Even with a Senate Impeachment Court ruling to lower the number of votes needed for a conviction, the prosecution panel's job remains unchanged as their role is to present evidence, according to Akbayan party-list Rep. Chel Diokno. The ruling came after the impeachment court decided to reduce the required votes for conviction to a simple majority.
Anti-illegal drug operations in the Ilocos region of the Philippines resulted in the confiscation of 41.82 grams of suspected shabu, estimated to be worth P297,976, across four provinces. The operations are part of the ongoing efforts to combat illegal narcotics in the area.
The Philippine government is set to suspend excise taxes on LPG and kerosene to mitigate the impact of rising global oil prices, aiming to ease the burden on vulnerable households.
The Philippines faces potential bans on social media platforms like Reddit and Discord. Civil society groups liken the threat to China's internet censorship, warning of a blow to democracy. Authorities cite the need to combat online child abuse as a reason for demanding local presence from platforms.
The defense team of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte is considering a challenge before the Supreme Court over the Senate impeachment court's decision to lower the voting threshold for conviction. The defense argues this could violate due process.
Election lawyer Romulo Macalintal has urged President Marcos to veto the bill postponing the barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan elections (BSKE) to November 2028, citing a legal defect in its confusion between 'term' and 'tenure.' He argues the bill's transitory provision improperly treats the 'holdover' period as an extension of term.
Former Vice President Leni Robredo has formally endorsed Senior Associate Justice Marvic Leonen for the position of Chief Justice of the Supreme Court in a letter to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. She cited Leonen's extensive experience, competence, and commitment to social justice.