MANDAUE CITY, Cebu — The Mandaue City Council has approved a resolution calling for a study on the possible introduction of electric tricycles (e-trikes) for public transport, as rising fuel prices continue to impact drivers and operators. Councilor Carlo Fortuna, who authored the resolution, said the proposal aims to provide an alternative for tricycle operators
Read More »‘Paldo’ for Cebu informants: They get ₱1.6M for drug bust tips
Seven civilian informants in Cebu received a total of ₱1,696,349.59 in cash rewards from the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) for their role in operations conducted in 2025 that led to confiscation of large volumes of shabu and arrest of drug suspects.
Read More »CHR urged to probe arrest of alleged NPA rebel in Mindoro
MANILA, Philippines — Kapatid, an advocacy group supporting political prisoners, has urged the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) to investigate the arrest and detention of Charlize Cameron Garzon, an alleged New People’s Army member. Garzon, 23, a cultural worker and magna cum laude graduate in arts management from De La Salle–College of Saint Benilde, was
Read More »Probable cause stage in VP Duterte impeach proceedings may end by April – Rep. Flores
MANILA, Philippines – Bukidnon 2nd District Rep. Jonathan Keith Flores said the House Committee on Justice could complete the probable cause stage of the impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte as early as April and elevate the case to the plenary once Congress resumes session. Flores, vice chair of the justice panel, said the
Read More »Impeachment proceedings a test of fitness for Sara Duterte – Rep. Chua
MANILA, Philippines – The ongoing impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte are a critical “test of fitness” for national leadership with far-reaching implications for governance, accountability, and the country’s standing in the global community, according to Manila Rep. Joel Chua. Chua is chairperson of the House committee on good government and public accountability, also
Read More »Ejercito welcomes PH’s safe Hormuz transit pact with Iran
MANILA, Philippines – Deputy Majority Leader Senator JV Ejercito welcomed the move of the Marcos administration to secure assurances for the safe passage of Philippine-flagged vessels and Filipino seafarers through the Strait of Hormuz. He said the move will facilitate the delivery of critical oil and fertilizer supplies to the country. “This is a
Read More »President Bongbong Marcos Is In Good Health After Alleged Recycled Easter Photo
The Palace assured that President Bongbong Marcos is in good health. President Bongbong Marcos is definitely in good health after his recycled Easter photo shared online sparked speculations. Easter Sunday is the resurrection of Jesus Christ, and it often symbolizes hope, a new beginning, and renewal. On this day, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. joined Filipinos in ... Read more
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Read More »INQToday: Ombudsman says plunder raps vs Escudero, Romualdez to be filed in May
Here’s a quick roundup of today’s top stories: Ombudsman says plunder raps vs Escudero, Romualdez to be filed in May The Office of the Ombudsman says they are preparing plunder charges against Sen. Chiz Escudero and Leyte Rep. Martin Romualdez related to the flood control scandal, which is expected to be filed within May. House to
Read More »5.1 Cebu quake’s aftermath: No major damage reported
No major damage or casualties were reported in Cebu following the magnitude 5.1 earthquake that struck Bogo City on Monday afternoon, April 6, local officials said.
Read More »Carl Jammes Martin seeks quality opponent for tune-up fight
World Boxing Organization (WBO) super bantamweight No. 2 contender Carl Jammes “Wonder Boy” Martin is looking for a top-caliber opponent for his next fight, tentatively scheduled for May in the Philippines.
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