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Marcos says impeachment is Congress’ job: ‘I’m focused on transport, rice’

June 21, 2025, 2:59 PM

President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. distanced himself from the impeachment case against Vice President Sara Duterte, saying the process belongs entirely to the House...

Marcos nixes two-year EDSA rehab, demands quicker fix

June 21, 2025, 12:30 AM

President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. rejected an original plan that would practically shut down Epifanio de los Santos Avenue (EDSA) during a two-year rehabilitation...

Marcos leaves for Japan to grace Osaka Expo

June 19, 2025, 3:07 PM

President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. on Thursday departed for Japan to lead the inauguration of the Philippine Pavilion at the World Expo 2025 in...

PBBM: Fuel subsidies ready amid war fears

June 19, 2025, 12:45 AM

LTFRB set to OK P1 jeep fare hike, provincial buses to follow The government is preparing to roll out fuel subsidies amid the rise in...

DSWD launches e-shuttle services for PWDs upon Marcos order

June 17, 2025, 7:25 PM

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) rolled out its disability-friendly electric vehicle shuttle services following President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr.'s directive to...

Marcos touts economic gains, Philippine foreign policy on Independence Day

June 12, 2025, 10:22 PM

President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. on Thursday hailed the country's continued economic growth and reaffirmed its independent foreign policy as he led the commemoration...

Escudero to tackle impeachment trial, priority bills if reelected Senate President

June 12, 2025, 3:12 PM

Senate President Francis Escudero on Thursday said he would focus on the pending impeachment proceedings and priority legislation if he remains the leader of...

Marcos: Urgent repairs to San Juanico Bridge

June 11, 2025, 11:40 PM

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. emphasized the urgent need to repair the San Juanico Bridge following a recent inspection that revealed serious structural damage, prompting...

Marcos declares state of calamity in Eastern Visayas over San Juanico rehab

June 10, 2025, 10:13 PM

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Tuesday placed Eastern Visayas under a state of calamity due to "escalating risk" following the rehabilitation of the San...

Philippines, China celebrate 50 years of ties with Jones Bridge ceremony

June 7, 2025, 8:55 PM

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Saturday evening described the historic Jones Bridge as a symbol of national reflection, as he led its ceremonial lighting...

Marcos accepts resignations of 3 execs, names new SEC chief

June 4, 2025, 12:50 AM

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. accepted the courtesy resignations of three government officials and named a new chairperson of the Securities and Exchange Commission, Executive...

Drilon: Legal background ‘certainly an advantage’ but not required to lead impeachment

June 3, 2025, 3:55 PM

Former Senate President Franklin Drilon said that although the Constitution does not require that a senator be a lawyer to preside over an impeachment...

Top US, EU security officials seek closer ties with PH

June 3, 2025, 12:35 AM

President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. on Monday hosted two high-profile diplomatic visitors at Malacañan Palace, underscoring the Philippines’ deepening strategic partnerships with Western allies...

Escudero: Impeachment delay not tied to Senate presidency bids

June 2, 2025, 3:14 PM

Senate President Francis Escudero yesterday denied that he is deliberately delaying the schedule for the presentation of impeachment articles against Vice President Sara Duterte...

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