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A forum promoting investments in the Luzon Economic Corridor (LEC) in the Philippines has drawn protests from some groups concerned about economic and strategic benefits and social/environmental costs. President Marcos urged investors to translate commitments into tangible projects.
Four individuals were arrested and 16 police officers were injured during a protest outside an investment forum in Taguig City, Philippines. Protesters opposed the "Pax Silica" initiative aimed at strengthening AI infrastructure supply chains. Authorities cited illegal assembly, while activists decried harassment of human rights defenders.
A truck lost control and crashed into a house in Sultan Kudarat, Maguindanao del Norte, Philippines, injuring seven people, including six villagers and the driver. Those injured are receiving hospital treatment as police investigate the cause.
An estimated two million loose firearms are circulating in the Philippines, contributing to 98% of crimes committed. The Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) is pushing to amend the 'Robin Padilla Law,' which makes firearm possession a bailable offense, advocating for stricter regulations and increased accountability for gun owners.
Dinagat Islands in the Philippines received 10,800 bottles of drinking water as emergency aid amidst a severe water shortage caused by El Niño. The provincial government is intensifying its response and expediting distribution to affected areas.
The Philippine National Police (PNP) has ordered an inspection of all its service vehicles and verification of their documents following the viral spread of a photo showing a police car without a license plate. The PNP aims to ensure strict adherence to regulations and restore public trust.
Interior Secretary Juanito Victor Remulla stated that negotiations are underway to apprehend Senator Ronald "Bato" Dela Rosa, who faces an arrest warrant from the International Criminal Court (ICC) for crimes against humanity. Remulla warned that a full-scale operation to arrest the senator could lead to numerous casualties.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. urged investors at the Luzon Economic Corridor (LEC) Investment Forum to accelerate the funding and operationalization of promised projects. He emphasized that the LEC's success will be measured not by the number of meetings or announcements, but by tangible financing, construction, operationalization, and the resulting jobs and opportunities.
Former House Speaker Martin Romualdez's hospitalization on the same day an arrest warrant was issued for him on plunder charges is drawing scrutiny. Testimony from his attending physician reveals potentially unusual circumstances surrounding his admission, with questions raised about the urgency and coordination among medical staff.
The Philippine Department of Justice is currently evaluating qualified human trafficking complaints filed against Batangas Rep. Leandro Leviste and six others, including a former congressman and lawyers, in connection with an alleged "honey trap" plot against the Executive Secretary.
A low-pressure area (LPA) has formed outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR), potentially steering the southwest monsoon away and easing rainfall in the coming days, according to PAGASA. While reduced rainfall is expected over western Luzon this weekend, warnings for heavy downpours and landslides remain for some areas.
More than two million Filipinos in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) are set to vote in the region's first parliamentary elections, a culmination of decades of conflict and peacebuilding. The leadership of the region, grappling with self-governance and underdevelopment, will be decided by powerful political dynasties and former combatants.
President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. led the oath-taking of new Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) officials, underscoring efforts to strengthen rehabilitation and reintegration programs for persons deprived of liberty (PDLs).
The Sandiganbayan has ordered the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) to take custody of former Speaker Martin Romualdez, who is currently hospitalized and facing plunder charges. The order shifts his detention from the Philippine National Police to BJMP.
Five individuals died and 43 survived a fire incident on the cargo vessel MV 'June Aster' off Coron, Palawan. The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) has dispatched an investigation team to determine the cause and assist survivors.
Former House Speaker Martin Romualdez was admitted to a hospital shortly after an arrest warrant was issued for plunder, delaying his detention. Rappler investigates the circumstances.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has ordered the 'at all costs' arrest of former House lawmaker Zaldy Co, tagged as the mastermind of a multi-billion flood control scam. The Secretary of the Department of the Interior and Local Government is set to travel to France to secure his extradition.
Detained pastor Apollo Quiboloy has filed libel complaints against Senator Risa Hontiveros and House lawmakers who have been investigating him for alleged human trafficking and sexual abuse. The lawmakers have denounced Quiboloy's suit as "baseless" and reaffirmed their commitment to supporting the victims.
The Philippines faces significant risks to its food supply and crops due to the prolonged monsoon (Habagat). Traditional weather patterns are disrupted, causing chaos in harvesting and post-harvest activities.
Several areas in the Philippines have suspended in-person classes for Friday, September 11, due to heavy rains and flooding caused by the persistent southwest monsoon (habagat). Updates will be provided.
The House of Representatives will transition to a work-from-home arrangement starting noon on September 10, as heavy rains and potential floods from the southwest monsoon, locally known as 'habagat,' are anticipated. This applies to all officials and employees, with exceptions for those deemed essential.
At least five people died and 87 remain unaccounted for after a fire broke out on a ferry near Palawan province, with ongoing rescue operations. The vessel was believed to have carried 134 passengers and crew.
In a trial concerning former Speaker Martin Romualdez's health, his attending physician testified that his condition was not an emergency and medical records do not indicate a need for confinement. Romualdez is currently facing charges over alleged kickbacks.
Former House Speaker Martin Romualdez will remain hospitalized as ordered by the anti-graft court Sandiganbayan, which issued a commitment order for his detention on a P7.44-billion plunder case. His transfer to jail has been postponed due to medical reasons.
The Philippines' Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) announced a partnership with South Korea to deploy 1,500 new firetrucks nationwide next year. This initiative, secured through a government-to-government agreement, aims to significantly enhance fire safety and emergency response capabilities across all municipalities. The DILG also highlighted the ongoing rollout of the Unified 911 emergency response system.
The transport group Manibela announced a nationwide strike on September 14, 2026, citing soaring fuel prices. Significant price hikes in gasoline, diesel, and kerosene are expected to impact daily life across the Philippines.
The Philippine peso weakened against the US dollar due to rising oil prices amid escalating Middle East tensions and global risk aversion. This increases foreign exchange risk for offshore investors, potentially diminishing the attractiveness of Philippine bonds.
San Miguel-led New NAIA Infra Corp. (NNIC), operator of Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), has signed an agreement with the US Trade and Development Agency (USTDA) for technical assistance to modernize the airport's security screening system, aiming to enhance passenger safety and inspection efficiency.
In Bukidnon, Philippines, amidst rising electricity rates and supply concerns, the First Bukidnon Electric Cooperative (FIBECO) held its first-ever Christmas tree lighting ceremony. The initiative aims to bring hope and festive cheer to the community despite operational challenges.
Former Speaker Martin Romualdez, confined at a San Juan hospital for heart and brain-related health concerns, is set to be transferred to the New Quezon City Jail Male Dormitory following a commitment order from the Sandiganbayan.
Leyte Representative Martin Romualdez, facing a P7.4 billion plunder charge, will remain confined at Cardinal Santos Medical Center until further orders from the Sandiganbayan as the court deliberates on his motion for hospital detention due to reported illnesses.
The Visayas and Mindanao grids in the Philippines have again been placed under red and yellow alerts due to power plant outages and reduced electricity imports, raising the risk of widespread brownouts.
A passenger ferry carrying 117 people caught fire off Palawan, leaving numerous passengers and crew missing. Search and rescue operations are currently underway by the Coast Guard and other agencies.
House prosecutors in the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte have asked the Senate impeachment court to summon former Sandiganbayan Presiding Justice Amparo Cabotaje Tang and representatives from the Ombudsman and SEC to testify on allegations of unexplained wealth and undeclared assets.
Four retired Supreme Court (SC) justices will serve as amici curiae, or "friends of the court," in the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, offering legal opinions on critical procedural matters, including the 16-vote threshold for conviction.
The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) has issued a yellow rainfall warning for parts of Bataan and Zambales due to heavy rains from the southwest monsoon. This alert signifies "be alert" and anticipates rainfall of 7.5 mm to 15 mm per hour.