Senate Calls for Reforms Ahead of 2026 Budget
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Cebu Voter Registration Delayed to Jan 2026 After Typhoon
Comelec Cebu offices in Liloan, Compostela, and Danao City suffer severe damage from Typhoon Tino, forcing satellite registration for new voters to be postponed. Read about the recovery efforts and 2026 election preparations.
Marcoleta Faces Comelec Complaint Over Undeclared Campaign Funds
A complaint alleges Senator Rodante Marcoleta violated election law by not declaring campaign donors in his SoCE. The case was filed with the Comelec on December 5, 2025.
Marcoleta Faces Election Offense Complaint Over SoCE
Senator Rodante Marcoleta is accused of violating election laws by allegedly falsifying his campaign finance report. Read the full details of the complaint.
PNP Morale High Amid Internal Cleansing, 428 Dismissed
Acting PNP chief Lt. Gen. Nartatez vows decisive action against erring cops, citing high morale and resolved cases. Read the latest on police reforms.
PNP reviews disability policies for injured officers
Acting PNP chief Lt. Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. has ordered a full audit of disability discharge rules to ensure fair support for police injured on duty, following President Marcos's directive.
Comelec dismisses Garcia's election protest in Cebu
The Commission on Elections has dismissed former governor Gwendolyn Garcia's election protest questioning Pamela Baricuatro's victory in the May 2025 polls. Read the full details of the decision.
Comelec Dismisses Garcia's Cebu Election Protest
Comelec First Division dismisses Gwen Garcia's election protest vs Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro for lacking evidence. Full details on the ruling.
Comelec Ruling on Escudero, Marcoleta Cases Due
Comelec will decide on Senator Escudero's campaign donation case by Wednesday and Senator Marcoleta must explain P112M election spending discrepancies by next Friday. Read the latest updates.
27 Gov't Contractors Face Comelec Donation Probe
Comelec expects 27 government contractors to explain campaign donations to 21 candidates in the 2022 elections. Chairman Garcia issues Friday deadline for show cause orders.
Comelec Dismisses Baricuatro Disqualification Case
Comelec First Division dismisses disqualification case against Governor Pamela Baricuatro due to petitioner's failure to comply with mandatory filing requirements. Learn the details.
Comelec Dismisses Case vs Cebu Governor Baricuatro
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro cleared by Comelec in disqualification case over alleged Fair Election Act violations. Technicality cited in dismissal.
Comelec Checks All 2025 Election SOCEs for Accuracy
Comelec Chairman George Garcia announces comprehensive review of all Statements of Contributions and Expenditures from May 2025 polls. Candidates face criminal charges for false declarations.
Weak Monitoring Systems Hamper DepEd Education Programs
The Department of Education faces critical gaps in monitoring and evaluation systems, leaving educational policies ineffective and disconnected from classroom realities. Learn how this impacts quality.
Comelec Disqualifies Ex-Mayor Mike Rama from Polls
Comelec's First Division disqualifies former Cebu City mayor Michael Rama from the 2025 elections due to a guilty verdict for nepotism and grave misconduct from the Ombudsman. Learn the full story.
COMELEC to Implement SC Ruling on Nuisance Candidates
The Commission on Elections commits to implementing the Supreme Court's directive regarding nuisance candidates, ensuring cleaner and more credible elections in the Philippines.
COMELEC Uses SC Ruling vs Nuisance Candidates in 2025 Polls
The Commission on Elections will implement the Supreme Court's latest ruling against nuisance candidates in upcoming elections, ensuring more credible and organized ballots for Filipino voters.
Garland Yap Wins Cebu Election in Landslide Victory
Councilor Garland Yap clinches decisive victory in Cebu's recent elections, promising continued progress and community-focused governance for his constituents.
COMELEC probes 27 contractors over campaign donations
The Philippine Commission on Elections investigates 27 government contractors for questionable campaign contributions during the 2022 national elections. Find out which companies are involved and what penalties they face.
Comelec: BSKE Ballot Printing Completion by Next Week
The Commission on Elections announces significant progress in BSKE ballot printing, with completion expected within days. Get the latest updates on barangay and SK election preparations.
240K+ Voter Registrations in 10 Days: COMELEC Reports Surge
The Philippines experiences massive voter registration turnout as COMELEC reports record-breaking numbers in the first 10 days of the registration period.
COMELEC: Register Early for 2025 Elections
The Commission on Elections calls for early voter registration to avoid last-minute rush and ensure smooth 2025 national elections. Registration runs until September 2024.
Residency Rules Under Fire in Pampanga Politics
A brewing controversy in Pampanga's political landscape questions whether residency requirements truly serve voters or become tools for political manipulation. Discover the ongoing debate about genuine representation.
Cebu's Political Rivals Complete Election Lineup
The complete roster of political rivals in Cebu's upcoming elections is now finalized, setting the stage for intense local contests. Discover who's facing whom in this comprehensive breakdown of Cebu's political landscape.
Philippines Promises Digital Policy Shifts to Global CEOs
The Philippines announces major digital policy reforms to attract global investors and position itself as a premier investment hub in the digital economy era.
Comelec silent on BARMM district implementation
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has yet to take action on the law creating eight parliamentary districts in the Bangsamoro region, leaving the implementation timeline uncertain despite the legislation's passage.
COMELEC refers SOCE violators to Ombudsman, BIR
The Philippine Commission on Elections escalates its fight against election law violations by referring SOCE audit findings to the Ombudsman and BIR for potential criminal and tax cases.
Cabuyao Mayor Appeals Disqualification Ruling
Embattled Cabuyao Mayor Catherine Agupitan files appeal against disqualification order, vowing to continue serving constituents amid legal challenges.
Marcos Orders 50% Cut in Gov't Project Costs vs Corruption
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. mandates 50% reduction in government project costs to eliminate corruption and streamline infrastructure spending across all departments.
COMELEC Suspends Voter Registration for Undas Break
The Commission on Elections suspends voter registration from October 28 to November 2, 2024, to allow personnel to observe the Undas break. Learn how this affects registration deadlines.
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