39 New Police Non-Uniformed Personnel Sworn In Negros

Thirty-nine newly hired non-uniformed personnel of Police Regional Office 18 took their oath of office in Bacolod City, marking their commitment to public service and supporting police operations across Negros Island Region.

Senate Approves Fuel Tax Suspension Power for President

The Philippine Senate has passed a bill granting the President authority to suspend excise taxes on petroleum products to provide immediate relief from rising global oil prices, with extensive safeguards and fiscal considerations.

House Targets Fuel Tax Suspension Bill This Week

The House of Representatives aims to pass a bill granting the President emergency powers to temporarily reduce or suspend excise taxes on petroleum products to address soaring global oil prices and provide public relief.

NUP: Impeachment vs VP Sara Needs Solid Evidence

Deputy Speaker Ronaldo Puno of the National Unity Party emphasizes that any impeachment case against Vice President Sara Duterte must rely on clear and documented evidence, including financial proof of misuse of confidential funds.

Philippines Lawmaker Proposes 50% Toll Fee Cut

Manila Representative Rolando Valeriano has filed a bill seeking a 50% reduction in toll fees on all national expressways to help motorists, commuters, and businesses cope with rising global oil prices and transportation costs.

Justice Panel Gets VP Sara Duterte's Legal Response

The House Committee on Justice has officially received the consolidated answer ad cautelam from Vice President Sara Duterte, submitted on March 16, 2026. This legal document addresses allegations while preserving her rights to challenge the process.

DOJ Adopts Four-Day Office Week to Save Energy

The Department of Justice introduces a four-day onsite workweek to reduce electricity and fuel usage, with employees encouraged to extend energy-saving practices to their homes amid Middle East tensions.

House Approves Bill for President to Suspend Oil Excise Tax

The Philippine House of Representatives has passed a bill allowing President Marcos Jr. to temporarily reduce or suspend excise taxes on petroleum products during economic crises, aiming to mitigate rising fuel costs and their impact on transportation and

Taguig Police Nab 4 in Robberies and Shooting Cases

Taguig City Police have arrested four suspects in separate operations linked to a series of convenience store robberies and a shooting incident in Barangay New Lower Bicutan, with firearms and ammunition recovered.

Chavit Singson Ready to Testify in Senate Flood Control Probe

Former Ilocos Governor Luis 'Chavit' Singson has expressed willingness to testify before the Senate Blue Ribbon Committee regarding alleged anomalies in flood control projects. Senate President Pro Tempore Panfilo 'Ping' Lacson confirmed the development.

VP Duterte's Team Slams Impeachment 'Double Standards'

The spokesperson for Vice President Sara Duterte has accused the House Committee on Justice of applying different standards in handling impeachment complaints against her compared to those against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.

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