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COA: Talisay Misused ₱26.6M Disaster Fund

The Commission on Audit discovered Talisay City charged ₱26.6M in non-disaster expenses to its calamity fund. Officials defended the spending, but auditors rejected their justifications. Read the full report.

DOJ's Cadiz Resigns Over Ilocos Norte Contractor Links

Justice Undersecretary Jose 'Jojo' Cadiz Jr. steps down amid allegations involving an Ilocos Norte contractor. Malacañang frames the move as proof of the administration's serious anti-corruption stance.

EU Investigates Meta's WhatsApp AI Policy

The European Commission opens a formal antitrust investigation into Meta, targeting a new policy that may restrict AI providers' access to WhatsApp. Read the details.

COA flags P6.8M in Cebu travel irregularities

The Commission on Audit questions P6.8 million in Cebu Province's 2024 foreign travel expenses, citing missing docs and procurement violations. Read the full report.

COA Finds P6.8M Cebu Travel Irregularities

The Commission on Audit uncovers P6.8M in questionable foreign travel expenses by Cebu Provincial Government in 2024, including excess baggage fees for a non-participant. Read the full report.

PCC Approves Prime Infra-First Gen Joint Ventures

The Philippine Competition Commission greenlights the major energy asset deal between Prime Infrastructure and First Gen after review, citing no threat to market competition. Read the full analysis.

Voter Certification Now at Local Comelec Offices

Registered voters in the Philippines can now apply for voter certification at local Comelec offices. National issuance in Manila is suspended due to server maintenance. Get your temporary voter ID locally.

Aquino Files Bill to Reform Party-List System

Senator Bam Aquino files Senate Bill 1559 to overhaul the party-list system, aiming to return it to its original purpose of representing marginalized sectors. Learn about the key reforms proposed.

Davao Supports Duterte Party Despite AICS Issues

Acting Mayor Sebastian Duterte says Dabawenyos rejected vote-buying claims, electing Hugpong sa Tawong Lungsod despite AICS distribution controversies. Local lawmakers demand transparency.

Olympic Coach Ryu Su Jeng Joins Philippine Archery

South Korean Olympic gold medal coach Ryu Su Jeng begins training Filipino archers for SEA Games, Asian Games, and 2028 Olympics. Discover how this game-changing partnership aims to win medals for the Philippines.

Comelec dismisses Garcia's election protest in Cebu

The Commission on Elections has dismissed former governor Gwendolyn Garcia's election protest questioning Pamela Baricuatro's victory in the May 2025 polls. Read the full details of the decision.

PCC Clears P2.7B UCPB Savings Bank Acquisition

Philippine Competition Commission approves Veterans Bank's P2.7-billion acquisition of UCPB Savings Bank, ensuring no competition concerns in banking sector. Learn more about this major banking deal.

Comelec Ends Probe on Escudero Campaign Donations

Comelec-PFAD recommends terminating investigation into Senator Chiz Escudero's 2022 campaign contributions from Lawrence Lubiano. No evidence of election law violation found. Read the full details.

Comelec's Election Dilemma: Manual Vote or Delay?

Comelec Chairman George Garcia warns of impossible choices if Bangsamoro districting law isn't passed by November 30. Supreme Court mandates elections by March 31, 2026. Read the full analysis.

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