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Chiz hopeful impeach trial can end this year
by Neil Jayson Servallos - August 26, 2026 - 12:00am
Impeachment court presiding officer Sen. Francis Escudero yesterday expressed optimism that the chamber would be able to conclude Vice President Sara Duterte’s trial before the end of the year as senators scramble...
Legarda extends medical leave anew
by Neil Jayson Servallos - August 25, 2026 - 12:00am
Sen. Loren Legarda will be absent from the Senate floor until Sept. 2 after she notified the chamber of another extension of her medical leave, Senate Secretary Renato Bantug Jr. confirmed yesterday.
Lacson: Perpetual public office ban possible for inducing perjury
by Neil Jayson Servallos - August 24, 2026 - 12:00am
Public officials who orchestrate false testimonies by inducing others to commit perjury can be prosecuted as principal perpetrators and face a lifetime ban from holding government office, Sen. Panfilo Lacson warned...
‘Hold negligent gun owners criminally liable’
by Neil Jayson Servallos - August 24, 2026 - 12:00am
Sen. Erwin Tulfo is pushing for legislation that would impose criminal liability on negligent gun owners, after a firearm was found inside the bag of a Grade 9 student in Cebu, just days after a deadly school...
Hiring staff for disabled learners pushed
by Neil Jayson Servallos - August 24, 2026 - 12:00am
The Department of Education (DepEd) should immediately fill 133 newly created personnel positions aimed at strengthening support and specialized services for learners with disabilities, Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian...
Don’t lose patience, impeachment court asks public
by Neil Jayson Servallos - August 24, 2026 - 12:00am
Amid swirling speculation targeting the Senate impeachment court, spokesman Reginald Tongol has appealed to the public to hold on and trust the process of the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte.
Impeachment trial moved to afternoon
by Neil Jayson Servallos - August 22, 2026 - 12:00am
To expedite the slightly delayed impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, the Senate has reached a consensus to flip its daily schedule, moving regular legislative sessions to the morning to pave the way...
‘Lowering vote threshold may set dangerous precedent’
by Neil Jayson Servallos - August 20, 2026 - 12:00am
Lowering or altering the constitutional threshold of 16 votes required to convict Vice President Sara Duterte poses a dangerous precedent for the Senate impeachment court, whose attendance rules and quorum have come...
Ombudsman subpoenas agencies over Taguig projects
by Neil Jayson Servallos - August 20, 2026 - 12:00am
The Office of the Ombudsman has issued subpoenas to the Department of Public Works and Highways  and several other government agencies to compel the turnover of records concerning illegal reclamation projects...
Lacson questions P1.9 trillion flood control spending
by Neil Jayson Servallos - August 19, 2026 - 12:00am
Despite nearly P2 trillion poured into government flood control projects since 2011, the country continues to be submerged regularly in floods, Sen. Panfilo Lacson lamented, as heavy monsoon rains paralyzed parts...
Senate Oks anti-hospital detention bill
by Neil Jayson Servallos - August 18, 2026 - 12:00am
With a vote of 18-0-1, the Senate has passed a bill that would penalize health care facilities detaining patients over unpaid medical bills.
Tulfo eyes student internet, mobile load discount
by Neil Jayson Servallos - August 17, 2026 - 12:00am
To help families cope with the growing data demands of digital learning, a proposal pushing for a mandatory 20-percent discount on mobile prepaid load, postpaid plans and internet packages for all enrolled Filipino...
GPS coordinates for P107 billion flood projects sought
by Neil Jayson Servallos - August 17, 2026 - 12:00am
To prevent the funding of ghost or non-existent projects, the Senate will require the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) to submit exact geographic coordinates and station numbers for projects to be funded...
No secret funds for civilian agencies in 2027 – Senate
by Neil Jayson Servallos - August 17, 2026 - 12:00am
The Senate will maintain its ban on confidential funds for civilian agencies in the 2027 national budget, according to the head of the chamber.
‘Marcoleta, Jinggoy can keep Senate panel posts, but…’
by Neil Jayson Servallos - August 15, 2026 - 12:00am
Detained Senators Jinggoy Estrada and Rodante Marcoleta can continue to hold committee memberships and file legislation despite their incarceration, but they will not be allowed to vote during plenary sessions, Sen....
President Marcos defends Pax Silica amid concerns
by Neil Jayson Servallos - August 15, 2026 - 12:00am
Filipinos stand to benefit from the proposed Pax Silica project in Capas, Tarlac, President Marcos maintained yesterday amid concerns that the hub could exploit the country’s natural resources and displace...
Senate ratifies Philippines SOVFA with Canada, New Zealand
by Neil Jayson Servallos - August 12, 2026 - 12:00am
The Senate yesterday unanimously ratified the Status of Visiting Forces Agreements between the Philippines and Canada, as well as New Zealand, in a 19-0 vote with no objections or abstentions.
Loren extends medical leave
by Neil Jayson Servallos - August 12, 2026 - 12:00am
Sen. Loren Legarda will be absent from regular legislative sessions and the ongoing impeachment trial for a second consecutive week after extending her official medical leave, Senate officials confirmed yesterd...
Pangilinan: Audit flood control funds
by Neil Jayson Servallos - August 11, 2026 - 12:00am
As the enhanced southwest monsoon continues to inundate communities, Sen. Francis Pangilinan is demanding a full accounting of public funds poured into flood control projects and the immediate development of a comprehensive...
2 agricultural bills among LEDAC priority measures
by Neil Jayson Servallos - August 10, 2026 - 12:00am
Two measures seeking to overhaul the country’s agricultural support systems and empower farming cooperatives are now priority measures of the Marcos administration.
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