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Renalyn Ramirez
Renalyn Ramirez

Renalyn covers covers political and policy developments in the Philippines for Philstar.com.

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Mary Jane Veloso’s counsel expects faster release after Marcos’ ‘unique’ absolute pardon
by Renalyn Ramirez - September 25, 2026 - 6:43pm
Veloso's lawyer explained that unlike their other clients who were released due to dismissal of cases or acquittal, Veloso’s case is the first time that the President itself had ordered the release.&n...
Ban on Discord, Reddit lifted after safety compliance
by Renalyn Ramirez - September 25, 2026 - 2:58pm
The two platforms reportedly became inaccessible to some users earlier this week after Philippine authorities gave them a 24-hour ultimatum to establish their presence in the country. 
Marcos signs law postponing 2026 barangay, SK elections
by Renalyn Ramirez - September 25, 2026 - 11:52am
The newly approved law moved the elections to the first Monday of November 2028, and extended the terms of village officers from four to five years.
DOE sees P8 diesel price rollback by end-September
by Renalyn Ramirez - September 25, 2026 - 10:53am
The P8 per liter rollback on diesel, P6 on kerosene and P0.90 in gasoline, are expected next week.
NBI arrests individual linked to South Cotabato school shooting
by Renalyn Ramirez - September 24, 2026 - 4:40pm
The NBI is seeking a P1 billion confidential funds for the procurement of tools and equipment that Matibag said should be considered as the agency’s “trade secret” in its efforts to resolve cy...
Gov’t to continue missing sabungeros probe despite families’ noncooperation
by Renalyn Ramirez - September 24, 2026 - 2:41pm
The government will pursue the case even without the cooperation of the victims' families.
40 Pinoy seafarers safe in Singapore Strait ship collision
by Renalyn Ramirez - September 24, 2026 - 11:39am
On September 17, Panama-flagged bulk carrier First Margaux collided with a China-registered fishing vessel Lu Qing Yuan Yu.
Palace defends P58.5-B local fund against 'presidential pork' claim
by Renalyn Ramirez - September 24, 2026 - 7:00am
Palace responds to Rep. Erice, who is threatening an Supreme Court challenge to the proposed P58.53-billion local fund.
DOF backs excise tax relief on LPG, kerosene, but not diesel or gasoline
by Renalyn Ramirez - September 23, 2026 - 6:47pm
Finance Secretary Frederick Go says broader relief could cost P12 billion a month in lost revenue.
DOLE sets guidelines for workers’ protection from air hazards
by Renalyn Ramirez - September 23, 2026 - 4:40pm
The guidelines in assessing workers’ exposure to “elevated air pollutants” were outlined in Labor Advisory No. 15 released on Monday, September 21.
Marcos admin ‘seriously considering’ absolute pardon for Mary Jane Veloso
by Renalyn Ramirez - September 23, 2026 - 12:44pm
Rep. Albert Garcia said the Office of the President will release an announcement regarding the matter in the following days. 
DOTr: Fare hike a 'last resort' as fuel prices surge
by Renalyn Ramirez - September 23, 2026 - 9:43am
As fuel costs bite, DOTr says commuters should be spared for now.
DILG, DepEd to formalize ‘visible patrols’ in public schools
by Renalyn Ramirez - September 23, 2026 - 7:00am
These "visible patrols," according to Castro, may be composed of barangay security officers, particularly women, to monitor situations inside the schools. 
Palace tells investors not to abuse gov’t trust amid ‘ghost internet’ probe
by Renalyn Ramirez - September 22, 2026 - 6:30pm
In her appeal to the investors, Palace spokesperson Claire Castro noted that complete payments have been made, so services must be delivered properly. 
LRT-2 shortens routes after lightning strike damages cable near Antipolo Station
by Renalyn Ramirez - September 22, 2026 - 4:37pm
Trains run only between Recto Station and Araneta Center-Cubao Station, and vice versa.
Cybersecurity agency directs Discord, Reddit to set up Philippine offices
by Renalyn Ramirez - September 22, 2026 - 2:39pm
Reddit and Discord were also directed by the CICC to submit a written explanation of their existing safety and age verification measures.
2-day transport strike over rising fuel prices set for Sept. 29-30
by Renalyn Ramirez - September 22, 2026 - 10:30am
A nationwide transport strike is schedule to take place on September 29-30, 2026.
Price Tracker: Oil, fuel monitor for Sept. 22-28, 2026
by Renalyn Ramirez - September 22, 2026 - 7:00am
Here are the estimated new pump price range for September 22-28, 2026.
Diesel up P8.82 per liter in third major September fuel hike
by Renalyn Ramirez - September 21, 2026 - 5:59pm
Over three weeks, diesel will have climbed by P18.31 per liter.
Alleged 'ghost internet' scheme in DICT under Ombudsman probe
by Renalyn Ramirez - September 21, 2026 - 5:20pm
Did taxpayers pay for routers and internet that never worked?
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