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The National Security Council will investigate alleged financial inflows from China to Philippine-based companies linked to the family of Vice President Sara Duterte, amid concerns over possible foreign interference and national security implications.

Filipinos could face more frequent power outages and higher electricity bills as the country braces for the impact of a “super El Niño,” Energy Secretary Sharon Garin warned yesterday.

Apart from China, eight other countries – some of which are notorious for money laundering – had been the sources of nearly P50 million in remittances that flowed into a food company linked to Vice President Sara Duterte’s husband Manases Carpio.

The prosecutor of the International Criminal Court has opposed the request of former president Rodrigo Duterte’s lawyers to limit the documents disclosed in relation to his upcoming crimes against humanity trial.

The Supreme Court should dismiss the challenge to the law fixing the term of barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections officials and resetting the election to November 2028, as well as deny efforts to prevent its enforcement, several government agencies…

The Philippines and Poland yesterday signed an agreement on mutual legal assistance in criminal matters, as leaders of both countries expect expanded relations in economy, information technology, defense as well as a strategic partnership amid security th…

Viral posts falsely tagged fire trikes at P10 million each, linking them to a separate planned fire truck deal.

A total of 106 cities and municipalities across the country have been officially declared under a state of calamity as the effects of the ongoing El Niño phenomenon continue to intensify, the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council said.

The NBI said Velasco spouses own 2 alleged “cash houses” in Pasig and are linked to 2 Marinduque resorts under investigation.

Vice President Sara Duterte rejected allegations by dismissed policeman Rodulfo Mondigo Gracioso Jr. that he delivered suitcases of cash to her and members of her family.

Duterte has denied Gracioso’s allegations and said she does not know him.

Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla has raised concerns about the Bureau of Customs' supposed lack of cooperation and data sharing, warning that missing or delayed documentation is hindering efforts to prosecute smuggling cases and strengthen anti-smuggling i…

The Senate impeachment court held its longest hearing yet on Monday, October 5, where the Anti-Money Laundering Council's chief testified to P4.4 billion in reported transactions involving Vice President Sara Duterte and her husband, including P319 million

This is the second petition that was filed assailing the said law, which postponed the BSKE elections that were supposed to be scheduled on November 2.

China warned Manila against “provocative acts” in the disputed West Philippine Sea after accusing a Philippine military aircraft of illegally entering the airspace over Bajo de Masinloc on October 3.

The Senate resumes Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial on Tuesday, October 6, with Anti-Money Laundering Council Executive Director Ronel Buenaventura set to return to the witness stand.

Senator-judges of the impeachment court called out the defense panel for what they called veiled threats of criminal liability directed at the witness, the media and potentially the court itself over the disclosure of Anti-Money Laundering Council records.

Senate impeachment court presiding officer Francis Escudero urged the public and concerned parties to let “civility” prevail over hotheads as Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial entered its 33rd day yesterday.

Allegations that China funneled funds to a political faction in the Philippines are a “false narrative” and “malicious,” the Chinese embassy in Manila insisted yesterday.

President Marcos accepted yesterday the resignation of Maritime Industry Authority administrator Sonia Malaluan, who served the agency for almost 37 years.

President Marcos vowed yesterday to further improve the benefits and career opportunities of Filipino teachers.

Chinese coast guard ships disrupted a Philippine law enforcement operation against suspected dynamite fishing near Pag-asa Island on Sunday, the Philippine Coast Guard reported.

Former House speaker Lord Allan Velasco and his wife Rowena did not appear before the National Bureau of Investigation yesterday, sending their lawyers instead to respond to allegations made by dismissed police officer Rodulfo Gracioso Jr.

Forty-nine minors have been rounded up in the past months for instigating cyber threats that disrupted school classes.

The Intercontinental Broadcasting Corp.welcomed the launch of Senate TV, a high-definition channel dedicated to the work of the Senate, now available on IBC Digital TV Channel 13.3.

President Marcos has ordered government agencies to prepare for the worst-case scenario as nearly all provinces in the country are expected to experience drought or very dry conditions due to the looming “super El Niño.”

Strong dynastic presence is linked to some areas with poverty, inequality, weaker human development outcomes and political violence, according to the Catholic Educational Association of the Philippines.

AMLC reports bring flood control controversy into Sara Duterte trial

The embassy called allegations of funneling funds to a local faction a "false narrative."

Police said the suspects were linked to 21 alleged violations and are stepping up efforts to prevent the recruitment and grooming of minors.

Nearly 4,000 phones found as NBI investigates possible troll farm operations.

The group says shipping delays, truck bans and a driver shortage are also hurting operations.

Senate court rejects Sara Duterte defense bid to block testimony on financial records.

After school shootings, PNP adds gun storage proof to license applications.

He says documents should support its explanation of the questioned Samal property.

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Foreign-funded destabilization plots to undermine or overthrow a sitting administration are not far-fetched, according to a spokesperson for the prosecution panel in the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte.

The first Philippine ambassador to Bhutan presented his credentials to King Jigme Khesar Namgyel WangchuckWangchuck, officially embarking on his duties.

Malacañang yesterday questioned whether the House prosecution panel would be shortchanging the Filipino public if it decides to drop the bribery charges against Vice President Sara Duterte in her ongoing impeachment trial.

The three-year term of Philippine Coast Guard commandant Admiral Ronnie Gil Gavan should no longer be extended even through reappointment or temporary designation by President Marcos, the Department of Justice has declared.

Less than two months before the start of the crimes against humanity trial of former president Rodrigo Duterte, the International Criminal Court (ICC) has amended its protocol for digital evidence and other information on witnesses and victims.

From 18 to 24 years old, the proposed measure seeks to lower the age requirement to 15 to 21 years old.

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. will host Polish President Karol Nawrocki for a state visit from October 5 to 8, the first visit to the Philippines by a Polish head of state, as Manila moves to deepen its ties with Warsaw.

The Department of Foreign Affairs on Friday, October 2, "firmly and strongly" rejected China's claim that it has sovereign rights and jurisdiction in waters off Batanes, affirming that Manila never allowed a Chinese research ship to carry out studies ther…

Heavy rains and storms remain possible even during generally dry El Niño conditions.

Former Sen.

Jefry Tupas says overseas trips contradict parts of Gracioso's sworn account.

House prosecutors responded after Raffy Tulfo criticized a lawyer’s conduct during the Sara Duterte trial.

he National Bureau of Investigation has summoned Jeffrey Tupas, who reportedly served as information officer of Davao City when Vice President Sara Duterte was mayor, as part of its investigation into alleged plunder, graft and money laundering.

The world has taken notice of tennis ace Alex Eala, who has made inroads in the sport and captured the imagination of the Philippine diaspora.