Citing health reasons, Teodoro Herbosa has resigned as Department of Health secretary, and President Marcos named yesterday Philippine Orthopedic Center (POC) head Jose Brittanio Pujalte Jr. as acting DOH chief.

The allegation of “grave threats” on President Marcos was the focus of the testimony by a National Bureau of Investigation agent at the resumption yesterday of the trial of impeached Vice President Sara Duterte.

President Marcos departs for Singapore today for a three-day working visit that Malacañang says is aimed at strengthening cooperation in key areas and affirming the importance of regional stability.

Malacañang yesterday maintained that the 2016 Arbitral Award is not just a “piece of paper,” as it gave assurance that President Marcos would continue to protect the country’s sovereign rights over the West Philippine Sea while contributing to peace and stability in the region.

The President of the Republic yesterday gushed over the Philippines’ newest source of pride during what he joked was a reception “invented” so he could have a photo opportunity with his idol.