Marcos Stops 2026 Flood Control Budget Amid Probe
President Marcos Jr. prioritizes flood control in anti-corruption drive, halts new 2026 budget, and demands accountability for PHP350B 2025 funds. Read about the investigations and reforms.
President Marcos Jr. prioritizes flood control in anti-corruption drive, halts new 2026 budget, and demands accountability for PHP350B 2025 funds. Read about the investigations and reforms.
President Marcos Jr. suspends new flood control funds in the 2026 budget, prioritizing transparency and the full use of existing P350 billion amid corruption investigations. Read the latest.
President Marcos Jr. halts new flood control funds, redirects P350B to education and health. Anti-corruption drive leads to arrests and a new independent commission. Read the full report.
Malacañang warns more individuals will face charges in the New Year over the flood control anomalies, comparing contractors to 'new Napoles'. Read the latest.
Advocacy groups hail the arrest of contractor Sarah Discaya but warn it's just the tip of the iceberg in the P96-million flood control scandal. Read why they demand systemic reform.
Health experts share mindful eating and lifestyle strategies for Filipinos with diabetes to enjoy Christmas and New Year celebrations while maintaining stable blood sugar levels.
Cardinal Pablo Virgilio David appeals to those involved in the flood control corruption scandal, urging repentance and truth. He draws a parallel to the biblical story of Zacchaeus.
House Majority Leader Sandro Marcos voluntarily testifies before the ICI regarding anomalous flood control projects. He denies P50B budget insertion claims by Zaldy Co. Read the latest.
Davao Rep. Paolo Duterte refuses to attend the ICI inquiry into flood-control anomalies, citing separation of powers and accusing the body of political harassment. He urges an investigation into President Marcos instead.
Senator Panfilo Lacson reveals over P180 billion likely lost to non-existent flood control projects. The Senate probe uncovers massive corruption involving contractors and officials. Read the full investigation details.
Ombudsman suspends 12 DPWH-Mimaropa officials for 6 months over alleged irregularities in a P289 million flood control project in Oriental Mindoro. Key figures face graft charges.
Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray promises to battle government corruption, citing flood control and other sectors. She urges action after the Trillion Peso March rally.
The Diocese of Tagbilaran issues a powerful pastoral letter read in churches, linking relentless flooding to corruption in billion-peso 'ghost' flood control projects. A call for accountability and change.
Massive protests erupted across the Philippines on Nov. 30, 2025, fueled by corruption scandals and economic hardship. Calls grow for accountability and systemic change. Read the full story.
The AFP discovered 252 non-existent flood control projects. Seven suspects remain at large, with three negotiating surrender. Get the latest on the investigation.
Archbishop Romulo Valles urges Filipinos to pray and act on corruption, drug allegations, and budget issues. He calls for truth and justice in a time of moral crisis.
Around 200 activists in Davao City joined the Trillion Peso March, demanding accountability for alleged corruption in flood control projects. The peaceful rally coincided with nationwide protests.
Over 100,000 Filipinos rallied nationwide on Nov 30, 2025, demanding accountability for rigged flood-control projects. Cardinal David calls for a return to the spirit of EDSA. Read more.
Following Bacolod's state of calamity, DTI-led teams inspect markets to enforce a price freeze on essentials. No increases found; supply is stable. Report violations to DTI.
Thousands protested nationwide on Bonifacio Day 2025 demanding accountability for stolen flood control funds. The Trillion Peso March amplifies public anger over corruption that caused deadly flooding.
Over 8,000 protesters gathered in Metro Manila and Cebu City on November 30, 2025, demanding accountability for alleged corruption in flood control projects. Police deployed 17,000 officers to maintain security.
Mayor Gungun Gica confirms the Dumanjug flood control wall collapse was caused by extreme weather, not poor construction. The contractor will perform free repairs. Read the full investigation details.
Thousands joined nationwide protests demanding accountability for alleged corruption in flood control projects. Police deployed 17,000 personnel as demonstrations unfolded across multiple cities.
Massive protests sweep the Philippines over flood control ghost projects and rigged biddings. Leaders call for systemic reforms, anti-dynasty law, and transparent governance. Join the demand for accountability.
Filipinos protest flood control ghost projects and rigged biddings. Join the call for transparent governance and systemic reforms in the Philippines.
Former DPWH engineer Henry Alcantara returns P110M linked to flood control corruption, implicates senators & officials. Justice Secretary confirms more funds to be recovered. Read the full story.
Dismissed DPWH engineer Henry Alcantara returns P110M in corruption case, implicates senators and officials in flood control project anomalies. Read the full investigation details.
Hydrologist Danilo Jaque urges Cebu to combine P25B structural projects with reforestation and retention basins for effective flood control. Learn the hybrid solution.
Gabriela-led protest in Davao demands accountability for P118.5B anomalous flood control funds, calling corruption a form of violence against women. Join the call for justice!
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. will visit Bacolod City on December 5 to launch Oplan Kontra Baha, addressing severe flooding that displaced 15,875 individuals. Learn about the government's response.