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A claim circulating in the Philippines suggests that an aircraft carrying drugs is the same one used to fly former President Duterte to The Hague. Rappler's fact-check confirms these are two different aircraft.
SN Aboitiz Power-Benguet Inc. (SNAPBI) has pledged P4 million to support the construction of the Itogon Super Health Center in Benguet, Philippines. This contribution will complement the P20 million allocated by the Department of Health for 2025, aiming to enhance local healthcare services.
A social media post falsely claimed that the aircraft found carrying drugs from Laos is the same one used to fly former President Rodrigo Duterte to The Hague. Fact-checking revealed the two aircraft are distinct.
The Philippine Ombudsman has launched a preliminary investigation into Cagayan 3rd District Representative Jojo Lara for alleged plunder. The probe centers on his alleged ties to construction firms that secured substantial government contracts after he entered public office.
A driver died after his car plunged into a 70-meter-deep ravine and landed in a river in Sabangan, Mountain Province, on October 15. Rescue teams later recovered the victim's body.
Philippine Ambassador to the US Jose Manual Romualdez stated that all issues surrounding the controversial Pax Silica initiative will be properly addressed. He indicated President Marcos would only approve it if beneficial to the country, with a Senate hearing being considered for transparency.
The Philippines has strongly criticized the Chinese ambassador for remarks interpreted as a 'thinly veiled threat of force,' stating China would prevail in a confrontation. Tensions rise in the South China Sea.
The Philippine Ombudsman has filed a graft case against former congressman Aurelio “Dong” Gonzales Jr. for alleged conflict of interest and violations of the Anti-Graft and Corrupt Practices Act in relation to public works contracts awarded to a construction firm he was linked to.
Philippine Ambassador to the US Jose Manuel Romualdez indicated that President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and former US President Donald Trump are likely to meet during the ASEAN Summit in November. Discussions are expected to cover issues such as the West Philippine Sea.
A teacher was arrested in Pili, Camarines Sur, Philippines, for allegedly attempting to sell land for P500,000 using falsified land titles. Police apprehended the suspect following a sting operation.
The National Association of Electricity Consumers for Reforms (NASECORE) urged the Department of Energy (DOE) to ensure fair competition and consumer protection in the upcoming bidding for the Semirara coal mine contract. The group called for transparent bidding rules and evaluation criteria prioritizing public interest.
Dr. Maxine Francesco Gwyneth Cena Baculo from Calapan City, Oriental Mindoro, has topped the October 2026 Physician Licensure Examination with a score of 95.50 percent, highlighting the country's achievements in medical education and talent development.
The Philippine Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) has identified a former Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) official and 10 others in connection with a large shabu (methamphetamine) bust in Laos. The development raises concerns about potential links to the Philippines' domestic drug trade.
The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) has identified former Bangsamoro Parliament member Edriezan Hadji Nasser Rimbang as allegedly involved in an attempted smuggling of P3.5 billion worth of shabu from Laos. He is believed to be the financier of the operation.
The camp of former Speaker Martin Romualdez has grilled a witness, identified as 'maleta boy,' over alleged errors and recantations in his affidavit. This is a key point in Romualdez's bail petition hearing for a P7.4-billion plunder charge.
Ilocos Norte Representative Sandro Marcos has confirmed his transfer from the Partido Federal ng Pilipinas (PFP) to the Lakas-CMD party. The move aims to address a leadership vacuum within Lakas-CMD in the House of Representatives.
The results of the Physicians Licensure Examination held in October 2026 in the Philippines have been released. The number of passers and detailed scores are published by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC).
フィリピン、マニラ – フェルディナンド・マルコス・ジュニア大統領は、金融・投資のベテラン、ビクター・アルフォンソ・リムリンガン氏を社会保障制度（SSS）の新社長兼最高経営責任者に任命した。 リムリンガン氏は、最近情報通信技術省（DICT）長官に任命されたロバート・ジョセフ・モンテス・デ・クラロ氏の後任となる。
A social media post falsely claims that former representative Robert “Ace” Barbers stated that former senator Antonio Trillanes IV would be the top senatorial candidate due to public affection. Rappler's fact-check found no such statement from Barbers, rating the claim as FALSE.
National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) Director Melvin Matibag responded to Vice President Sara Duterte's 'nobody' remark by stating it would be true if based on wealth and ties to Chinese state-owned firms, amidst an ongoing investigation into the VP's assets.
Philippine Airlines (PAL) has announced a sale offering up to 60% discounts on business and premium seats, aiming to attract passengers and improve revenue following a net loss in the first half of the year.
Luis Abad has announced his candidacy for the special election in Batanes, triggered by the death of Congressman Ciriaco “Jun” Gato Jr. Abad vows to address high prices of goods, job creation, and local business development.
Support is mounting for the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) to uphold its autonomy and form its government under parliamentary leadership. The Bangsamoro Initiative for Peace, Progress and Solidarity (BIPPS) welcomed a majority coalition's formation, urging respect for democratic processes.
A former Taguig City senior assistant prosecutor has been found guilty by the Sandiganbayan Fifth Division on three counts of violating the code of conduct for government workers for taking P21,500 as his 'share' of a 2014 homicide case settlement, facing potential jail time.
The Supreme Court will begin rolling out electronic notarization (e-notarization) on Oct. 19, allowing accredited notaries to provide services regardless of their physical location and easing public access to legal services.
The Office of the Vice President has been informed that prosecutors may drop the impeachment charges against Sara Duterte, potentially impacting the country's political landscape.
Philippine senators have strongly denounced remarks by Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan, which suggested Beijing could "easily win" against Manila if it resorted to force. Lawmakers vowed not to back down from threats, asserting their resolve to defend national sovereignty. President Marcos Jr. also indicated he would summon the ambassador.
The Philippine Competition Commission (PCC) has imposed a record P1.76 billion in fines and filed charges against six companies and their officers for operating an onion cartel, uncovered after prices surged to P800 per kilogram in late 2022.
The establishment of strong secondary growth centers, anchored by local cities, is crucial for the sustained development of the Negros Island Region, suggesting a vital strategy for economic balance and inclusive growth.
The Philippine National Police (PNP) maintains that its investigation into the P3.5 billion drug smuggling attempt from Laos to the Philippines is apolitical. While the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) identified a politician allegedly funding the operation as being opposed to the current administration, the PNP insists its probe is strictly evidence-based.
Northern Samar's capital, Catarman, is grappling with reduced water supply in 31 out of 55 barangays due to the intensifying El Niño phenomenon. Local authorities are urging water conservation and exploring new sources.
A police officer has been dismissed from service by the National Police Commission (Napolcom) after her service firearm, which she failed to secure properly, was used by her 14-year-old nephew in an attack at a school in Tacloban City.
The Philippine government has completed a pilot study mapping land claims in six acknowledged Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) camps, a crucial step towards resolving land issues integral to the normalization phase of the Bangsamoro peace process.
Philippine President Marcos Jr. has joined world leaders in wishing for the speedy recovery of Pope Leo XIV, who has been diagnosed with lung cancer. The Filipino nation, predominantly Catholic, is also praying for the pontiff's return to good health.
マニラ（フィリピン）－フェルディナンド・マルコス・ジュニア大統領は10月16日金曜日、中国の武力行使能力に関する景泉中国大使の発言は「非常に脅迫的であり、外交的な声明ではない」と述べた。 マルコス氏は記者団に対し、政府は「彼の真意」を理解したいと述べた。
The Office of the Ombudsman has filed three graft charges against former Pampanga Rep. Aurelio “Dong” Gonzales for allegedly acting as a contractor while serving as a lawmaker. The case will proceed to the Sandiganbayan.