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Top DPWH Official Found Dead in Benguet Ravine

The body of DPWH Undersecretary Maria Catalina Cabral was found in a 40-meter ravine along Kennon Road. Questions swirl around her death as she was a key figure in a flood control scandal.

PhilHealth to Receive Record P113B Subsidy in 2026

The DBM commits to timely fund release for PhilHealth's P113B 2026 subsidy, the largest single-year investment for poor Filipinos' healthcare, backed by sin taxes and restored SC funds.

P55.77B Cebu Funds Spark New Pork Barrel Debate

A decade after the Supreme Court banned PDAF, a P55.77 billion allocation for Cebu lawmakers via a secret 'BBM formula' raises fresh corruption and transparency concerns. Read the full investigation.

Cebu Solons Get P55.77B in DPWH Allocable Funds

Eleven Cebu congressmen received P55.77 billion in discretionary public works funds from 2023-2025 under the DPWH's 'allocable' system, a PCIJ investigation reveals. Explore the breakdown and the controversy.

Mass Anti-Corruption Protests Sweep Philippines

Thousands joined nationwide protests demanding accountability for alleged corruption in flood control projects. Police deployed 17,000 personnel as demonstrations unfolded across multiple cities.

Ex-DPWH Engineer Returns P110M in Graft Probe

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.

Senate Approves 2026 OVP Budget: P889M

Philippines Senate approves P889.236 million budget for Office of the Vice President for 2026, a 20% increase from 2025. No confidential funds allocated. Read full details.

Imee Marcos Accuses President of Substance Abuse

A political storm erupts after Imee Marcos alleges the President's drug addiction. Critics decry family betrayal, while supporters question priorities. Explore the deepening rift in Philippine politics.

Zaldy Co Claims P56B Delivered to Romualdez, Marcos

Former Ako Bicol Rep Zaldy Co reveals alleged P56 billion delivery scheme to Speaker Romualdez and President Marcos. Explosive corruption claims shake Philippine politics. Read the full investigation.

Imee Marcos Accuses Brother Bongbong of Drug Use

Senator Imee Marcos publicly accuses President Bongbong Marcos of illegal drug use during rally. Palace denies claims, cites 2021 drug test results. Public opinion divided on family feud.

Flood Control Funds Scandal: P1.32T Probe Widens

Massive corruption scandal rocks Philippines as arrest warrants target Zaldy Co, 15 others. Investigation expands to 9 senators, 22 House members in historic fund looting. Read the latest developments.

NBI Arrests DPWH Engineer in P289-M Scandal

NBI arrests DPWH engineer Dennis Abagon in P289-million road dike anomaly. Former Rep. Zaldy Co tracked in Japan as PNP activates tracker teams. Full details inside.

Police Officer Tests Positive for Drugs in Lapu-Lapu

A Lapu-Lapu City police officer seeking promotion tested positive for illegal drugs during mandatory screening. The officer admitted to drug use and faces administrative charges. Read more about this developing story.

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