Category: State of the Nation
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Gasoline and Diesel Prices Set to Rise Next Week, Kerosene May See a Change
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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…
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South Korea’s Constitutional Court Upholds Impeachment of President Yoon Suk-yeol
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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…
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Hungary to Withdraw from ICC Amid Netanyahu’s Visit
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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…
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NATO’s Rutte: Any Ukraine Ceasefire Must Be “Lasting”
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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…
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Marcos Jr. Excludes Imee Again in Campaign Speech, Fuels Speculation
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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…
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Maynilad Eyes Record-Breaking IPO Worth P49 Billion This Year
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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…
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Transport Chief Dizon Rides MRT-3, Promises Service Upgrades
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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.…
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DepEd to Prioritize Last-Mile Schools, Congress Probes SHS Voucher Anomalies
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MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Education (DepEd) has reaffirmed its commitment to last-mile schools (LMSs) as part of its push to deliver quality education to underserved communities in remote areas. “Last mile doesn’t have to be last priority,” Education Secretary Sonny Angara stated during his visit to schools in…
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Palace Calls Duterte a ‘One-Man Fake News Factory,’ Rejects Martial Law Claims
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Malacañang has refuted former President Rodrigo Duterte’s allegation that President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is planning to declare martial law to extend his term, dismissing it as misinformation. Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin responded by branding Duterte a “one-man fake news factory.” “This hoax is another budol emerging from a one-man fake…
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DILG Gives Urdaneta Officials 10 Days to Step Down
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BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — Interior and Local Government Secretary Jonvic Remulla has given Urdaneta City Mayor Julio Parayno III and Vice Mayor Jimmy Parayno ten days to comply with their suspension order, which was issued last month. Speaking at a press briefing in Baguio on Wednesday, Remulla confirmed the deadline,…
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Malabon Mayor Jeannie Sandoval dominates voter preference in the recent Capstone Survey
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A recent survey conducted by Capstone Intel Corporation has revealed an overwhelming endorsement for Malabon Mayor Jeannie Sandoval, with 60 % of respondents indicating their intent to vote for her in the upcoming election, highlighting significant voter confidence in her leadership. UP Professor Guido David, Chief Data Scientist at Capstone,…
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Shut up! Makati court issues gag order vs Tessa Prieto-Valdes
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The Makati Regional Trial Court Branch 144 has issued a gag order against Tessa Prieto-Valdes, prohibiting her from making public statements about the case she filed against her ex-girlfriend, Angel Chua, with the Makati Prosecutor’s Office. The order follows an urgent motion by Atty. Alexander Llanes Acain Jr., citing Prieto’s…