Comelec Plans Tech Upgrade for Voter Registration
The Commission on Elections is studying facial recognition and iris scanning to secure voter lists and combat flying voters. Learn about the proposed biometric upgrades.
The Commission on Elections is studying facial recognition and iris scanning to secure voter lists and combat flying voters. Learn about the proposed biometric upgrades.
The Comelec announces a technology fair for early 2026 to assess the latest automated election systems, focusing on ease of use, accuracy, and transparency. Read more.
The Comelec has canceled the January 2026 filing of candidacy for the Bangsamoro polls due to the BTA's failure to pass a crucial districting law. Read for details and implications.
Comelec announces holiday break for voter registration for the 2026 Barangay and SK Elections. Over 1 million Filipinos have already applied nationwide. Registration continues until May 2026.
Comelec Chairman George Garcia warns the 2026 Bangsamoro Parliamentary Elections may be delayed due to a missed legislative deadline. The commission is now eyeing a move to November 2026. Read the latest updates.
Cebu City Councilor Jun Alcover faces 12 cyberlibel complaints in Marawi City, calling them harassment. The cases stem from his Facebook posts criticizing the Colon Night Market's operations.
The Commission on Elections encourages youth aged 14 to register as voters for the November 2026 Sangguniang Kabataan polls. Registration is open until May 2026. Make your voice heard!
Comelec Cebu offices in Liloan, Compostela, and Danao City suffer severe damage from Typhoon Tino, forcing satellite registration for new voters to be postponed. Read about the recovery efforts and 2026 election preparations.
Comelec Cebu offices in Liloan, Compostela, and Danao City were damaged by Typhoon Tino, halting satellite voter registration. Operations will resume in 2026 as repairs are made for the 2026 BSKE. Register now!
DepEd-Davao City officials assert that complaints against teachers must be filed directly with the department, not barangays. This follows a summons issued to a teacher over a student's grades. Learn the proper grievance process.
The Office of the Special Assistant to the President calls for urgent enactment of the Bangsamoro districting law to ensure credible elections on March 30, 2026. Learn why this law is critical.
Comelec reports over 960,000 applicants for the 2026 Barangay and SK elections. Registration is open until May 2026. Learn how to register and make your vote count.
A complaint alleges Senator Rodante Marcoleta violated election law by not declaring campaign donors in his SoCE. The case was filed with the Comelec on December 5, 2025.
Actress Kim Chiu files a qualified theft complaint against her sister, Lakam, over missing millions linked to business assets. Get the full story on this family legal battle.
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro faces criminal and administrative complaints for alleged graft and violation of the National Heritage Act during the Capitol renovation. The NHCP inspected the site on December 5, 2025.
Former Capitol consultant Byron Garcia accuses Gov. Pamela Baricuatro of violating heritage laws in a P2.6M renovation. This is the third complaint filed in recent weeks. Read the full story.
Senator Rodante Marcoleta is accused of violating election laws by allegedly falsifying his campaign finance report. Read the full details of the complaint.
An anonymous MCWD employee files a corruption complaint with the Ombudsman-Visayas, alleging favoritism, fund misuse, and contract irregularities. Officials ordered to respond.
The Philippine Comelec plans to partner with 100 shopping malls to make voter registration more accessible. Learn how this initiative expands democratic participation for the 2028 polls.
Senator Bam Aquino files the Party-List Reform Act to ensure genuine representation for ordinary Filipinos and address systemic corruption. Read the key provisions.
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.
Comelec Chairman George Garcia clarifies that the arrest warrant for Porac Mayor Jaime Capil is immaterial to his pending disqualification case. A decision from the en banc is expected anytime. #Philippines #Comelec #Politics
DILG-Davao awaits national office guidance on the official status of Acting Mayor Sebastian Duterte and Acting Vice Mayor Rodrigo Duterte II. Read the latest updates on the succession.
Comelec reports over 768,000 new voter applicants ahead of the 2026 Barangay and SK elections. Registration is open until May 2026. Read the latest updates.
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro is facing an administrative complaint for alleged false statements regarding a sea ambulance purchase. Read the details of the case filed by Byron Garcia.
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro faces an administrative complaint for alleged false statements about a sea ambulance project. Get the latest details on the controversy.
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro faces an administrative complaint for alleged false statements about a sea ambulance procurement. Byron Garcia filed the case with the Ombudsman. Read the full story.
Senator Marcoleta and former rep Zaldy Co reveal budget insertions scandal at INC rally. Comelec investigates campaign spending. Demand for genuine transparency grows.
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.
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.