Duterte Assures Transparency on P49B Davao DPWH Projects
Davao Rep. Paolo Duterte defends DPWH projects from 2020-2022, citing official certifications. Amid flood control fund debates, he challenges media to probe actual spending. Read more.
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Marcos Stops 2026 Flood Control Budget Amid Probe
President Marcos Jr. prioritizes flood control in anti-corruption drive, halts new 2026 budget, and demands accountability for PHP350B 2025 funds. Read about the investigations and reforms.
Marcos Stops 2026 Flood Control Budget Over P350B Probe
President Marcos Jr. suspends new flood control funds in the 2026 budget, prioritizing transparency and the full use of existing P350 billion amid corruption investigations. Read the latest.
Marcos Halts New Flood Budget, Demands Accountability
President Marcos Jr. halts new flood control funds, redirects P350B to education and health. Anti-corruption drive leads to arrests and a new independent commission. Read the full report.
Lacson: Death of Ex-DPWH Official Tragic for Probe
Senator Ping Lacson calls the death of ex-DPWH Usec. Catalina Cabral tragic, saying she could have exposed corruption in flood control and infrastructure projects. Read the latest on the Senate investigation.
PH's P6.794T 2026 Budget: Will Funds Reach Barangays?
The Philippines' record P6.794 trillion 2026 national budget promises progress, but faces the old ghosts of underspending and inefficiency. Will it build trust? The people are watching.
DPWH Witness Death Mystery: Suicide or Foul Play?
The suspicious death of DPWH budget gatekeeper Ma. Catalina Cabral raises questions amid a multi-billion peso graft probe. Was it suicide or murder? Details inside.
Remains of Ex-DPWH Official Cabral Found in Benguet Ravine
The PNP recovers former DPWH Undersecretary Maria Catalina Cabral from a 30-meter ravine. No foul play is indicated, but the probe ties into the flood control project investigation. Read the latest updates.
No VIP Treatment for 'Ghost Project' Accused in Lapu-Lapu
High-profile contractor Sarah Discaya and 8 DPWH engineers face detention in Lapu-Lapu City Jail over a P96.5M flood control scam. NBI and DOJ vow no special treatment. Read the latest.
Flood Control Contractor Jailed for P96.5M Ghost Project
Contractor Sarah Discaya and 8 DPWH engineers face graft charges over a non-existent flood control project. NBI vows no special treatment in Lapu-Lapu City Jail. Read the full story.
Cebu Archbishop's 'Humble Proposal' on Anti-Corruption
Archbishop Alberto Uy outlines a 7-point moral plan for Cebu's anti-corruption coalition. Will it strengthen or confuse the push for accountability after Typhoon Tino?
Contractor faces graft for P96.5M Davao 'ghost project'
Controversial contractor Cezarah 'Sarah' Discaya, accused in a P96.5 million ghost project, faces graft charges transferred to Lapu-Lapu City court. 11 DPWH engineers also implicated. Read the latest developments.
Death of Ex-DPWH Official Cabral Amid Flood Control Probe
The sudden death of former DPWH Undersecretary Maria Catalina Cabral in Baguio raises questions. Authorities urge a thorough probe, stressing justice must follow due process, not public pressure.
PNP Probes Death of Ex-DPWH Official Catalina Cabral
Acting PNP Chief orders CIDG and PRO-Cordillera to investigate the death of former DPWH Usec Catalina Cabral, who fell from a Benguet cliff. Authorities confirm autopsy and DNA tests amid fraud concerns.
Contractor Discaya faces non-bailable graft cases in Lapu-Lapu
Flood control contractor Sara Discaya and 11 DPWH officials face non-bailable graft charges in Lapu-Lapu City's new anti-graft court over a P96.5-million ghost project. Read the latest developments.
Contractor Arrested for P96.5M Ghost Flood Control Project
NBI serves arrest warrant on Sarah Discaya, owner of St. Timothy Construction, linked to a P96.5 million ghost flood control project in Davao Occidental. Read the full story on the high-profile corruption case.
DPWH Chief Orders Completion of Bulacan Dike Gaps
DPWH Secretary Vivencio Dizon directs new Bulacan officials to finish all unfinished dikes, prioritizing the Calumpit site of a 'ghost' project. Read the latest on the flood control probe.
Ex-DPWH Official Catalina Cabral Dies in Kennon Road Fall
Former DPWH Undersecretary Catalina Cabral was found dead after falling from Kennon Road. The ex-official, linked to flood control probes, was declared dead early Friday. Police investigation is ongoing.
Accountability Report for Cebu Flood Projects Due January
DPWH and ICI are finalizing a report on irregular flood control projects in Cebu, blamed for massive flooding and over 260 deaths during Typhoon Tino. Cases to be filed by January 2026.
DPWH 2026 budget cut, Dizon vows clean projects
DPWH Sec. Vince Dizon commits to proper project implementation despite a P351.7B budget cut. Savings from cost standardization realigned to PhilHealth, disaster fund. Read more.
PNP Hunts Contractor in Davao Ghost Flood Control Scam
The PNP mobilizes tracker teams to locate contractor Sarah Discaya and others linked to a 'ghost' flood control project in Davao Occidental, following urgent orders from President Marcos.
Duterte Refuses ICI Probe, Calls It 'Scripted Circus'
Davao Rep. Paolo Duterte declines ICI invitation on flood control probe, accuses it of political harassment and being a 'propaganda factory' for the Marcos administration. Read his full statement.
Revilla Jr. Asks DOJ for Extension on Flood Case
Ex-senator Ramon 'Bong' Revilla Jr. requests more time to file counter-affidavit in Bulacan flood control anomaly. DOJ expects resolution by Dec. 15. #PhilippineNews
DOJ's Cadiz Resigns Over Flood Control Project Scandal
DOJ Undersecretary Jojo Cadiz resigns after being implicated in anomalous flood control projects and allegations of receiving P1 billion. The Ombudsman launches a probe.
Discayas' Luxury Cars Sold for P9.5M in BOC Auction
Two more luxury vehicles owned by contractors Curlee and Sarah Discaya were auctioned for nearly P9.5 million. Read the latest on the BOC's asset recovery efforts.
Charges Filed for P96.5M Ghost Flood Control Project
Ombudsman files graft, malversation charges vs DPWH officials, contractor for non-existent P96.5M Davao Occidental flood control. President Marcos orders arrest. Read the full story.
Duterte Welcomes Probe into Davao Flood Control Projects
Davao Rep. Paolo Duterte welcomes an investigation into the city's flood control projects, denying any wrongdoing. He challenges critics to look at projects nationwide.
Sandro Marcos Appears Before ICI on Flood Control Probe
House Majority Leader Sandro Marcos voluntarily testifies before the ICI regarding anomalous flood control projects. He denies P50B budget insertion claims by Zaldy Co. Read the latest.
Paolo Duterte rejects 'vague' ICI invitation on flood projects
Davao Rep. Paolo Duterte refuses to attend the ICI inquiry into flood-control anomalies, citing separation of powers and accusing the body of political harassment. He urges an investigation into President Marcos instead.
Senate Probe: P180B Lost to Ghost Flood Projects
Senator Panfilo Lacson reveals over P180 billion likely lost to non-existent flood control projects. The Senate probe uncovers massive corruption involving contractors and officials. Read the full investigation details.
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