Sotto wants institutionalized rules for absentee senators

Rappler - Nov 4, 2026

'There is a policy gap as regards the possible sanction on a member of the Senate with prolonged unauthorized absence rendering them unable to participate in major legislative functions,' the senator says in his proposed resolution

Read full article

More News

Sandiganbayan orders BJMP officials to testify on Romualdez's detention status

Nov 4, 2026

Sandiganbayan Third Division Clerk of Court Dennis Pulma said the order was issued amid reports that the former Speaker, who is facing plunder charges in connection with alleged kickbacks from government funds, was being allowed to leave detention at the New Quezon City jail.

Barbers: VP Sara's defense team unlikely to overturn prosecution's evidence

Nov 4, 2026

The defense team of Vice President Sara Duterte is unlikely to overturn the bank records and her other declarations under oath that the prosecution presented as evidence against her during the trial, House prosecution panel spokesperson Rep. Robert Ace Barbers said Wednesday.

Amihan, easterlies to bring rain to parts of Luzon on Nov. 4

Nov 4, 2026

MANILA, Philippines — The northeast monsoon or amihan and easterlies will bring rain to parts of Luzon, while the rest of the country will experience hot and fair weather, the state weather bureau said Wednesday. In its 5 a.m. weather forecast, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) said the northeast monsoon will