Paolo Duterte endorses Querubin for Senate
Via GMA News Davao City Representative Paolo Duterte threw his support behind retired military officer Ariel Querubin in the upcoming midterm senatorial elections. During a recent campaign event, Duterte urged voters to support the PDP-Laban slate, naming Querubin among his recommended candidates. “PDP-Laban na mga senador. I-vote straight nyo na lang ‘yan. Tapos kulang sila ng […]
Slight Fuel Price Rollback Set for April 8; Diesel Prices to Remain Steady
Motorists are in for a bit of relief as fuel prices are set to decrease this week, following two consecutive rounds of increases. In separate advisories, Seaoil Philippines Corp. and Shell Pilipinas Corp. announced that they will reduce pump prices by P0.10 per liter of gasoline and P0.50 per liter of kerosene. There will be […]
“Senate Legal Team Reviews Subpoena Amid Executive Privilege Dispute”
MANILA, Philippines — The Senate’s legal team is currently evaluating the proposed subpoena for resource persons from the Senate foreign relations committee, following the cabinet members’ claim of executive privilege. Senate President Francis “Chiz” Escudero stated that this review aims to prevent any potential constitutional conflict. In a press briefing on Thursday, Escudero explained that […]
Gasoline and Diesel Prices Set to Rise Next Week, Kerosene May See a Change
Gasoline and diesel prices are expected to increase next week, while kerosene could either rise or drop slightly, according to the Department of Energy’s Oil Industry Management Bureau (DOE-OIMB) on Friday. DOE-OIMB assistant director Rodela Romero outlined the potential price changes for oil products: Gasoline: Increase of P0.30 to P0.70 Diesel: Increase of P0.20 to […]
South Korea’s Constitutional Court Upholds Impeachment of President Yoon Suk-yeol
South Korea’s Constitutional Court voted unanimously on Friday to uphold the impeachment of President Yoon Suk-yeol, officially removing him from office after a turbulent period that included his controversial declaration of martial law four months ago. The court’s decision was met with cheers from thousands of rally-goers in Seoul, marking a dramatic downfall for Yoon, […]
Hungary to Withdraw from ICC Amid Netanyahu’s Visit
Hungary has announced its decision to withdraw from the International Criminal Court (ICC), the government confirmed on Thursday, just as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrived in the country for a state visit. “The government will initiate the withdrawal procedure on Thursday, in accordance with the constitutional and international legal framework,” stated Gergely Gulyás, chief […]
NATO’s Rutte: Any Ukraine Ceasefire Must Be “Lasting”
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte emphasized on Thursday that any ceasefire or peace agreement in Ukraine must be permanent to ensure long-term stability. “I commend of course the American efforts to break the deadlock, that is important. We have to make sure that whenever a ceasefire or a peace deal is reached that it is […]
Marcos Jr. Excludes Imee Again in Campaign Speech, Fuels Speculation
STA. ROSA, Laguna — For the second time, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. did not acknowledge his sister, Senator Imee Marcos, while endorsing the Alyansa Para Sa Bagong Pilipinas’ Senate candidates on Saturday. Marcos Jr. Highlights 11 Candidates, Skips Imee During the rally, Marcos Jr. emphasized that the coalition has 11 senatorial candidates, leading to further […]
Maynilad Eyes Record-Breaking IPO Worth P49 Billion This Year
Maynilad Water Services Inc. is preparing for what could be the largest initial public offering (IPO) in Philippine history, with its stock market debut potentially reaching P49 billion this year. In a regulatory filing on Friday, the company announced that its board of directors had approved the sale of up to 2.46 billion common shares […]
Transport Chief Dizon Rides MRT-3, Promises Service Upgrades
MANILA, Philippines — Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon joined MRT-3 commuters on Monday to personally inspect train and station conditions while gathering feedback on ways to improve services. Dizon visited several major stations, including Taft, Ayala, and Shaw Boulevard, where he engaged with passengers about their experiences and suggestions for enhancements. Recognizing the need for immediate […]