Comelec Speeds Up Probe on Marcoleta's Election Spending

The Commission on Elections is hastening its investigation into Senator Rodante Marcoleta's Statement of Contributions and Expenditures following the 2025 midterm elections, amid questions about his reported zero contributions and P112.86 million spending

DSWD P5,000 Aid for Drivers Amid Fuel Price Surge

The Department of Social Welfare and Development will begin distributing P5,000 financial assistance to public utility vehicle drivers next week to counter rising fuel costs, starting in Metro Manila before expanding nationwide.

Manila Adopts 4-Day Workweek Over Oil Price Surge

The Manila city government enforces a four-day workweek for employees to address soaring fuel costs from Middle East conflicts, with Mayor Isko Domagoso signing an executive order for condensed schedules.

DepEd Adopts 4-Day Onsite Work for Energy Conservation

The Department of Education has enforced a four-day onsite work week for non-teaching staff to comply with a government energy conservation directive amid Middle East tensions, aiming to reduce electricity and fuel consumption by 10-20%.

De Lima: Duterte Camp Behind 18 Ex-Soldiers' Claims

Mamamayang Liberal Party-list Rep. Leila De Lima supports former Sen. Trillanes' claim that the Duterte camp may be orchestrating the emergence of 18 ex-soldiers to divert attention from impeachment and ICC cases.

De Lima Slams VP Sara's Silence on Sexist Remarks

ML Partylist Rep. Leila De Lima condemns Vice President Sara Duterte's silence regarding sexist comments against women, warning it sends a dangerous message about leadership and respect during Women's Month.

NBI Offers Safe House to 18 Ex-Marines in Bagmen Allegations

The National Bureau of Investigation is ready to provide a safe house and security to 18 alleged former Marines who claimed to be bagmen for ex-Rep. Zaldy Co, as they face threats after a press conference exposing alleged money deliveries to officials.

NBI: 20 More Witnesses May Emerge in Zaldy Co 'Bagmen' Case

The National Bureau of Investigation discloses that up to 20 additional individuals could come forward as alleged 'bagmen' for former Ako Bicol Partylist Rep. Elizaldy 'Zaldy' Co, linked to a P805 billion kickback scandal from flood control projects.

AFP Identifies Chinese Handler in Espionage Case

The Armed Forces of the Philippines has identified the Chinese handler of three Filipinos arrested for alleged espionage activities in the West Philippine Sea, with payments for sensitive information revealed.

30 Chinese Vessels Spotted Near WPS Features in March

The Philippine Navy detected approximately 30 Chinese vessels, including military and coast guard ships, near key maritime features in the West Philippine Sea during early March 2024, marking a slight decrease from previous weeks.

Lawyer for Ex-Marines' Affidavit Appears Before NBI

Attorney Charlie Pascual, who notarized the affidavit of 18 former Marines, appeared before the NBI on March 10, complying with a subpoena. The ex-soldiers and others are expected to follow on March 12 amid a probe into alleged kickbacks.

PNP Boosts Monitoring for Duterte Arrest Anniversary Rally

The Philippine National Police has heightened surveillance in key areas following online calls for a motorcade rally along EDSA, coinciding with the first anniversary of former President Rodrigo Duterte's arrest. PNP Chief Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr.

PDEA Seizes P383M Drugs, Arrests 119 in Operations

The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) has confiscated over P383 million worth of illegal drugs and arrested 119 individuals in a series of high-impact operations across the country from February 27 to March 6, 2026.

PNP on High Alert for Duterte Protest Rallies

The Philippine National Police is deploying additional forces and implementing maximum tolerance for protests marking the first anniversary of former President Rodrigo Duterte's arrest.

Estrada Seeks Travel Clearance Amid Graft Cases

Senator Jose Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada has formally requested travel clearance from the Sandiganbayan 5th Division for a scheduled trip to Hong Kong, Macau, and Japan. This move comes as he faces 11 pending graft cases related to the PDAF issue, despite pr

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