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Marcos Signals Legal Action Against Martin Rumualdez Over Flood Control Scandal in Historic SONA Address

During his annual address before a joint session of Congress at the Session Hall of the House of Representatives, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. made a decisive announcement regarding the national government’s ongoing anti-corruption campaign, revealing that the Office of the Ombudsman is finalizing multiple criminal charges against former House Speaker Martin Rumualdez in connection with […]

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₱92B  Unprogrammed Budget  ni PBBM, Tinawag na...
₱92B  Unprogrammed Budget  ni PBBM, Tinawag na “Shadow Pork” ng Ilang Lawmakers

Muling naging sentro ng diskusyon sa pulitika ang Unprogrammed Budget matapos lumabas ang impormasyon na naglaan ang administrasyon ni Pangulong Bongbong Marcos ng humigit-kumulang ₱92 bilyon para sa Unprogrammed Appropriations sa panukalang 2026 national budget.

DILG Chief Clarifies False Hospital Reports About ...
DILG Chief Clarifies False Hospital Reports About Ombudsman Remulla

False reports claiming that ombudsman Remulla was hospitalized circulated online in early January 2026, prompting immediate clarification from government officials. The rumors, which gained traction on social media, alleged that the Ombudsman had been rushed

Rep. Leandro Leviste’s ₱2M Claim Questioned: R...
Rep. Leandro Leviste’s ₱2M Claim Questioned: Ridon Says Funds Are MOOE, Not Christmas Bonus

A public discussion started after Rep. Leandro Leviste mentioned that members of Congress received ₱2 million, which was described by some as a “Christmas bonus.” The statement quickly drew attention online and raised concerns among

Iloilo Vice Mayor Aimee Paz Passes Away After Gun ...
Iloilo Vice Mayor Aimee Paz Passes Away After Gun Accident

Nagdadalamhati ang lalawigan ng Iloilo sa biglaang pagpanaw ni Iloilo Vice Mayor Aimee Paz, na nasawi matapos ang isang aksidenteng putok ng baril. Ang insidente ay nagdulot ng matinding lungkot at pagkabigla sa kanyang pamilya,

Flood Control Controversy: Dizon Rejects Insertion...
Flood Control Controversy: Dizon Rejects Insertion Accusations

Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Secretary Dizon has publicly denied allegations that he made insertions for flood control projects under the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA). According to the DPWH, the claims

Palace Wants Clarity on Cabral Files Linked to Rep...
Palace Wants Clarity on Cabral Files Linked to Rep. Leandro Leviste

The Palace has called for clarity over documents now being linked to Batangas 1st District Rep. Leandro Leviste, raising questions about how sensitive files allegedly connected to a former government official came into his possession.

Rep. Leandro Leviste Ibinunyag ang Umano’y Panun...
Rep. Leandro Leviste Ibinunyag ang Umano’y Panunuhol Kaugnay ng 2026 DPWH Budget

Umani ng malawak na atensyon ang naging pagbubunyag ni Rep. Leandro Leviste kaugnay ng umano’y tangkang panunuhol na may kaugnayan sa pagbusisi ng 2026 budget ng Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH). Sa gitna

Lawmakers Say ICI Is a Lost Cause After Another Re...
Lawmakers Say ICI Is a Lost Cause After Another Resignation

Recent developments involving the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) commission have raised serious concerns among lawmakers. After yet another commissioner resigned, several political leaders now describe the ICI as a “lost cause.” This phrase reflects

Rossana Fajardo Leaves Position as ICI Commissione...
Rossana Fajardo Leaves Position as ICI Commissioner

In a sudden announcement, Rossana Fajardo resigned from her position as an ICI commissioner. Her resignation left the commission with only three members, sparking questions about the agency’s future operations. Her departure has drawn attention

Vice President Sara Duterte Denies Any Connection ...
Vice President Sara Duterte Denies Any Connection to Madriaga

Vice President Sara Duterte has firmly denied any connection to Madriaga following reports and online discussions that attempted to link her name to the individual. Vice President Sara Duterte clarified that the claims are false

House Ethics Rules Raised Over Actions of Richard ...
House Ethics Rules Raised Over Actions of Richard Gomez Issue

Questions about ethics in the House of Representatives came into focus after a fellow lawmaker raised concerns over the actions of Richard Gomez. According to reports, a House colleague said that these actions could be

Engr. Henry Alcantara Refunds Over ₱71M Amid Bul...
Engr. Henry Alcantara Refunds Over ₱71M Amid Bulacan Flood Control Controversy

Engr. Henry Alcantara is at the center of renewed public attention as flood control projects once again come under scrutiny. Flood control projects are among the most critical infrastructure initiatives in the country, especially in

Sarah Discaya Arrested After Warrant Served, NBI C...
Sarah Discaya Arrested After Warrant Served, NBI Confirms

Isang matagal nang inaabangan at kontrobersyal na pangalan ang muling umalingawngaw sa balita matapos kumpirmahin ng National Bureau of Investigation ang pag-aresto kay sarah discaya. Matapos ang mga linggong usap-usapan at legal na galaw sa

Philhealth Increase Budget Approved P16.5B for Hea...
Philhealth Increase Budget Approved P16.5B for Health Services

The approval of a Philhealth Increase Budget amounting to P16.5 billion marks a major development in the country’s public healthcare system. Lawmakers approved the additional funding to help PhilHealth sustain health services, meet its financial

DPWH Engr. Gerald Involved in ₱40M Cash Return T...
DPWH Engr. Gerald Involved in ₱40M Cash Return Tied to Flood Control Program

Muling napunta sa sentro ng atensyon ang isang flood control project matapos maiulat ang pagbabalik ng malaking halaga ng pera na umano’y may kaugnayan sa naturang programa. Ang pangalang DPWH Engr. Gerald ay lumutang kasunod

Palace Supports DPWH Appeal to Restore DPWH P45B B...
Palace Supports DPWH Appeal to Restore DPWH P45B Budget

The Department of Public Works and Highways recently faced a proposed reduction amounting to P45 billion in its national budget allocation. This cut immediately raised concerns among infrastructure planners and lawmakers, as the DPWH plays

Senators Tell Sec. Vince Dizon They Trust Him, Not...
Senators Tell Sec. Vince Dizon They Trust Him, Not DPWH Officers

A recent Senate hearing placed the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) under intense scrutiny, as lawmakers raised serious concerns over the agency’s performance and internal accountability. Questions were raised about project delays, procurement

P33-B for Farm Access Roads Approved Under 2026 Bi...
P33-B for Farm Access Roads Approved Under 2026 Bicameral Budget

P33-B for farm access roads has been approved under the 2026 national budget following the agreement reached by lawmakers during the bicameral conference committee meeting. The allocation is expected to significantly improve rural infrastructure by

Sara Duterte Case: Palace Says Complainants Are No...
Sara Duterte Case: Palace Says Complainants Are Not Linked to Marcos

Malacañang Palace has firmly denied claims that the individuals who filed complaints against Vice President Sara Duterte are connected to President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. or any political group associated with him. The clarification comes

House Restores 60-B PhilHealth’s Fund to Secure ...
House Restores 60-B PhilHealth’s Fund to Secure 2026 Healthcare Services

When the House of Representatives finalized discussions on the 2026 national budget, one of the most closely watched developments was the decision to fully restore the 60-B Philhealth Fund. Lawmakers confirmed that the P60-billion allocation,