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MANILA, Philippines — A group of former inmates or persons deprived of liberty (PDLs) is hoping to inform the public about the conditions in the country’s prisons through their mural at the University of the Philippines (UP) Law Center, which was unveiled on Friday. Joey de Leon, president of the Bagong Buhay Group of Artists

To check school violence: Lawmaker wants franchises for social media

Sep 21, 2026

MANILA, Philippines — The deadly school shooting in Banga, South Cotabato, has prompted a congressman to push for a measure requiring social media platforms to secure congressional franchises before operating in the Philippines, as authorities grapple with concerns over online content, school security, and youth violence. House Bill No. 4786, which Quezon Rep. David “Jayjay”

SEC witness: Constitution bans VP Sara Duterte from participating in business

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Vice President Sara Duterte is prohibited by the 1987 Constitution to participate in any business during her tenure, a witness from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) said Monday.

Legarda extends medical leave until October 9

Sep 21, 2026

Senator Loren Legarda left the country with her son, Batangas 1st District Representative Leandro Leviste, on August 2

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Defense objects to JTC, Pikimong Pikimong corporate documents

Sep 21, 2026

The defense on Monday objected to the identification of corporate documents belonging to JTC Group of Companies and Pikimong Pikimong Philippines Corporation, citing an earlier ruling that excluded the two companies from subpoena requests.

Palace to DOH: Fast-track medical aid for indigents

Sep 21, 2026

MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang has ordered the Department of Health (DOH) to fast-track the processing of legitimate claims under its Medical Assistance to Indigent and Financially Incapacitated Patients (Maifip) program, following complaints of delays that have left some patients waiting months for financial support. Executive Secretary Ralph Recto directed DOH regional directors and participating hospitals

Think tank to gov’t: Protect middle class to prop up growth

Sep 21, 2026

MANILA, Philippines — The government should protect middle-class purchasing power through targeted aid to prevent weaker household consumption from becoming a bigger drag on economic growth, the Asian Development Bank Institute (ADBI) said. ADBI dean and CEO Bambang Brodjonegoro said the government should direct its efforts toward the middle class because it accounts for the

Sara Duterte: ICC judges saw ex-pres. Rodrigo Duterte's state of 'advance age'

Sep 21, 2026

Vice President Sara Duterte on Monday said she was pleased that the judges of the International Criminal Court (ICC) Trial Chamber III has seen the status of former President Rodrigo Duterte during his first appearance at a status conference last week.

PNP backs task force to probe Palawan ferry fire

Sep 21, 2026

MANILA, Philippines — With the death toll at 77 and eight people still missing, the Philippine National Police on Sunday said it supports the creation of a proposed interagency task force to investigate the MV June Aster tragedy and determine the truth. The MV June Aster, operated by Atienza Interisland Ferries, was en route from

LTFRB seeks Comelec exemption from ban on subsidy programs

Sep 21, 2026

MANILA, Philippines — The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) has asked the Commission on Elections (Comelec) to exempt from the government spending ban some of its programs, including the fuel subsidy for public transport drivers and Edsa busway “Libreng Sakay” (free rides). According to the transport regulatory body, LTFRB acting Chair Greg Pua

News Reflection: Malacañang does not like the word ‘nilaglag’

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