Category : Policy Analysis


Cebu City Robbery Suspect Cites Mother's ICU Ordeal

A man arrested for armed robbery in Cebu City told authorities he acted out of desperation to help his mother, who is confined in an ICU. The suspect, a former inmate, was arrested after a violent robbery attempt.

Labor Group Seeks Abolition of Regional Wage Board

The General Alliance of Workers Association (Gawa) calls for the abolition of the regional wage board, citing its failure to provide timely economic relief for private sector workers in Western Visayas amid the economic crisis.

Ombudsman Denies Romualdez Travel for Medical Check-Up

The Office of the Ombudsman has rejected former House Speaker Martin Romualdez's request to travel to Singapore for a medical check-up, citing an ongoing investigation into alleged corruption in flood control projects.

Carpio Asks Court to Cancel Subpoena for Tax Returns

Manases Carpio, husband of VP Sara Duterte, has filed a motion in Quezon City court to nullify a subpoena for his Income Tax Returns, issued by the House Committee on Justice as part of an impeachment probe.

Ombudsman Serious on Plunder Case vs. Romualdez, Chiz

Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla emphasizes serious preparation of a plunder case against former House Speaker Martin Romualdez and former Senate President Chiz Escudero over alleged anomalies in 2024-2025 national budget processing.

Pagcor Voids P310M Casino Winnings by Gov't Officials

Philippine gaming regulator Pagcor has invalidated approximately P310 million in casino winnings from 2025 involving government officials, citing legal prohibitions under the Pagcor Charter and related memoranda.

Flood Control Anomaly Report Submitted to DOJ by ICI

The Independent Commission for Infrastructure has formally submitted its investigation report on alleged anomalies in flood control projects to the Department of Justice, marking the conclusion of its operations.

Lawyers Object to Witness in DPWH Malversation Case

Lawyers for former DPWH-Mimaropa officials have objected to state witness Henry Alcantara's testimony in a malversation case, arguing his affidavit is irrelevant and lacks personal knowledge. The court, however, allowed the testimony, citing the need to c

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.

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