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Atty. Paolo Panelo clarified his role as spokesperson, stating he is for Vice President Sara Duterte personally, not the entire Office of the Vice President (OVP). While the OVP initially announced Panelo as spokesperson for the VP, he explained he is not employed by the OVP.
At least five people died and over 80 are missing following a fire on a ferry off Palawan island, Philippines. Rescue efforts are ongoing, hampered by thick smoke and high temperatures preventing access to the vessel.
A large-scale search and rescue operation is underway off Palawan Island, Philippines, after a ferry fire claimed five lives and left dozens missing. Authorities estimate over 80 people remain unaccounted for, with 43 rescued so far.
The 2025 PISA results show that while Filipino students globally improved in reading, the gains among the wealthiest were nearly triple those of the poorest, making the Philippines the only country where this rich-poor gap widened. This suggests uneven impact of the Department of Education's reforms.
The Department of Justice announced that the Philippines is close to completing the necessary documentation for Interpol to issue Red Notices against fugitives, including former lawmaker Zaldy Co, who face charges in the Philippines, aiming to prevent international evasion of justice.
China's Foreign Ministry retorted to Philippines Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr.'s public rebuke of Beijing's stance on the South China Sea arbitration, urging him to cease "provocations and theatrics." Teodoro had directly responded to a note from a Chinese official at a forum, dismissing China's disregard for the ruling by stating, "Of course, because you lost."
Vice President Sara Duterte has not yet formally requested the withdrawal of her security detail, despite reports of a loss of trust and confidence. Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro stated that while the VP has the right to request their removal, no such request has been received.
The Supreme Court has ruled that the National Commission on Indigenous Peoples (NCIP) has jurisdiction only when disputing parties belong to the same indigenous group, directing inter-tribal land disputes to regular courts.
The Philippine Department of Justice (DoJ) has stated that schools should be the primary responders to bullying incidents involving students, with cases requiring legal intervention to be referred to the department. Schools are tasked with ensuring a safe environment.
The European Union (EU) and Spain have joined the Luzon Economic Corridor (LEC) as new partners, aiming to expand investments in the Philippines. Cooperation is expected in renewable energy, digital connectivity, railways, aviation, and shipbuilding.
The Philippine National Police (PNP) announced that former House Speaker and Leyte 1st District Rep. Martin Romualdez has been medically certified as unfit to travel ahead of a scheduled hearing before the Sandiganbayan. Romualdez faces plunder charges.
A green sea turtle was rescued off the coast of Romblon, Philippines, after being found entangled in a fishing net by local fishermen. The species is classified as endangered and protected under wildlife conservation laws.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. urged foreign investors to place their trust in the Philippines during the 2026 Luzon Economic Corridor Investment Forum. Co-hosted with the US and Japan, the event highlighted the country's stability, infrastructure, and talent, with Marcos emphasizing that trust is earned through consistent action.
Makabayan Bloc lawmakers have filed a resolution seeking a congressional inquiry into the mining operations of Altai Philippines Mining Company (APMC) on Sibuyan Island, citing concerns over environmental destruction and lack of community consent.
Taguig City prosecutors have dismissed the perjury complaint filed by Vice President Sara Duterte against Ramil Madriaga, a self-confessed bagman who had tagged her in controversies involving POGO and confidential funds. The dismissal cited lack of prima facie evidence.
Philippines is bracing for a significant fuel price increase next Tuesday (September 15), with gasoline potentially rising by P2.00 to P4.00 per liter and diesel by P3.00 to P5.00. This is attributed to global oil price movements and foreign exchange trading, raising concerns over household budgets.
Tarlac City Mayor Susan Yap has offered a P100,000 reward for information leading to the location of the last missing passenger from an SUV that plunged into a river following a bridge collapse. Search and rescue operations continue over a week after the incident.
China's Foreign Ministry has responded to Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro's rebuttal of Beijing's stance on the West Philippine Sea, urging him to "cut the provocations and theatrics." The Philippines maintains China's claims violate international law.
The Philippines' Department of Agriculture highlighted the crucial role of cooperation between ASEAN nations and India in addressing escalating regional food security threats. Amidst climate change and geopolitical risks destabilizing supply chains, knowledge exchange and technology adoption are seen as key.
Grab Philippines has partnered with two transport operators in Iloilo to expand its electric vehicle (EV) ride-hailing services in Western Visayas. This initiative aims to create earning opportunities for drivers and provide cleaner, more reliable transportation for residents.
A fire that broke out on the MV June Aster in Coron, Palawan, likely originated in the cargo hold, according to initial accounts from a surviving crew member, the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) announced. Search and rescue operations are ongoing, with numerous individuals reported missing.
A fabricated quote card claiming Senator Alan Peter Cayetano said Vice President Sara Duterte should personally face the impeachment court has been circulating. Cayetano himself debunked the claim, warning against AI-generated disinformation. The impeachment trial concerning the VP's alleged misuse of confidential funds is ongoing.
Consumers in the Visayas and Mindanao regions of the Philippines are set to face significantly higher electricity bills in September due to record-high spot power prices. This surge is attributed to the forced shutdown of several coal power plants, leading to a substantial increase in wholesale electricity spot market (WESM) rates, with Mindanao seeing an 88% jump.
The Sandiganbayan has ordered the transfer of custody of former Speaker Martin Romualdez from the Philippine National Police (PNP) to the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP). The order comes amid plunder charges filed against Romualdez and others for alleged involvement in a kickback scheme.
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has seized 339 illegally traded wildlife specimens nationwide from January to August this year. The confiscated items include venomous snakes and rare species like bearcats, with birds constituting the majority of seizures.
Three former Army soldiers have been convicted of illegal possession of firearms and explosives in connection with the assassination of Negros Oriental Governor Roel Degamo, marking a significant step in the pursuit of justice for the case.
The Philippine National Police (PNP) stated its continued efforts to arrest Senator Ronald Dela Rosa, who faces an arrest warrant from the International Criminal Court (ICC) for his role in former President Duterte's drug war.
Quezon City prosecutors have dismissed a complaint filed by Manases Carpio, husband of Vice President Sara Duterte, against lawmakers for making their bank records public, citing lack of jurisdiction. The prosecutors ruled the lawmakers' actions were performed in their official capacities.
The Philippine Senate has adopted a revised schedule to expedite the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, with a vote potentially occurring by December. The prosecution's decision to drop 15 witnesses from their list is seen as a key factor in accelerating the proceedings.
Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon is slated to testify later this month in the graft trial of former lawmaker Zaldy Co, who faces charges over an alleged multimillion-peso anomalous flood control project. Co is reportedly seeking asylum in France.
The Office of the Ombudsman will oppose former House Speaker Martin Romualdez's motion for extended hospital confinement, requesting government doctors to assess his medical condition and its management outside a hospital.
The Philippine Supreme Court acquitted former First Lady Imelda Marcos of seven counts of graft, overturning a 2018 conviction. The high tribunal cited that the prosecution failed to establish guilt beyond reasonable doubt due to inadmissible and insufficiently probative evidence.
Prosecutors in the impeachment trial against Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte are seeking to present a former anti-graft court justice, along with officials from the Ombudsman and SEC, as initial witnesses in the unexplained wealth case. The focus is on alleged discrepancies between her declared net worth and bank transactions.
The state weather bureau warned of heavy rains in Central and Southern Luzon, and Visayas on Thursday, Sept. 10, due to the southwest monsoon. Flooding is possible in urban and low-lying areas, and near rivers, while landslides may occur in susceptible areas.
Philippine Justice Secretary Vitaliano Aguirre II expressed sadness over Vice President Sara Duterte's statement that she feels unsafe in the country, assuring that law enforcement agencies are prepared to protect all Filipinos. The Vice President is facing grave threats charges and has posted bail.
The Philippines has secured a $60-million grant from the United States to fund a Threshold Program designed to improve its eligibility for a future Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) Compact. The initiative will focus on energy sector reforms and private investment promotion.