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.
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.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. launches a major governance overhaul, demanding performance-based accountability and structural changes across his Cabinet to improve public service delivery.
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.
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.
In Poro, Camotes, a healer named Manu Marcos resolves a baffling sickness by mediating with displaced 'engkanto' spirits. The case warns locals to seek permission before cutting ancient trees.
The National Maritime Polytechnic sets a new record by training 22,972 seafarers in 2025. President Marcos visits, P427-million budget approved for major upgrades. Read more.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. welcomed 400 OFWs and families to Malacañan Palace for the 'Tara sa Palasyo' Christmas event, celebrating their sacrifices and calling them the nation's modern heroes.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. names former PNP Chief Nicolas Torre III as the new General Manager of the MMDA, replacing Procopio Lipana. Details on the appointment and Torre's career.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. will forgo his holiday break to conduct a thorough review of the proposed P6.793-trillion 2026 national budget, aiming to sign it into law before the year ends.
President Marcos Jr. orders BOC to deliver 130,000 abandoned balikbayan boxes to OFW families for Christmas. Commissioner Nepomuceno leads the inspection and distribution.
Philippine officials, including President Marcos, firmly dismiss allegations linking the country to terrorist training for suspects in the Sydney Bondi Beach shooting. The NSC finds no evidence to support the claims. Read the full statement.
President Marcos announces SSS emergency loan program for members, offering 7% interest and a 6-month payment moratorium. Learn how to avail of this financial relief.
President Bongbong Marcos dismisses claims Philippines trained Sydney attackers. NSC finds no evidence, cites improved security post-Marawi. Read the full statement.
President Marcos Jr. directs the PNP to enhance security for Christmas. Over 100,000 police deployed to ensure safe Simbang Gabi and holiday travels. Read the full story.
Senator Imee Marcos brings hope to families affected by Typhoon Tino with Christmas gifts and food packs for 800 beneficiaries in Danao City and Liloan. Read how the community found relief.
President Bongbong Marcos, a scion of a major political clan, directs Congress to pass an anti-dynasty law. This move comes as over 80% of district representatives belong to political families, defying a constitutional mandate.
The opening of Davao's ₱3.126B China-grant Bucana Bridge segment is postponed after Mayor Duterte cites safety flaws. Read about the clash and public reaction.
President Marcos signs proclamation adding 69,490 sqm in Balamban, Cebu to the West Cebu Industrial Park-Special Economic Zone, boosting investment and development. Read the full details.
President Marcos Jr. designates 69,490 sqm in Balamban, Cebu for the West Cebu Industrial Park-SEZ, boosting jobs and decentralized growth. Read the full details.
President Marcos Jr. inspected the new ₱3.126-billion Bucana Bridge in Davao. MinDA Secretary Magno clarifies the visit was official duty, not political. The bridge opens Dec. 15, easing traffic for 35,000 vehicles daily. Read more.
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.
On NTF-Elcac's 7th anniversary, a labor rights center calls for its abolition, citing human rights violations and a threat to democracy. Will President Marcos Jr. act?
Bacolod City launches Oplan Kontra Baha to combat flooding. President Marcos postpones visit due to Tropical Depression Wilma. Details on the cleanup of nine major waterways inside.
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.
President Marcos approves a multi-year base pay increase for military and uniformed personnel (MUPs), boosting morale and welfare. The hike will be implemented in three tranches from 2026.
Malacañang says it may offer a reward for info leading to Zaldy Co's arrest as agencies verify his location. President Marcos has ordered a coordinated international search. Read the latest.
A former college activist reflects on protesting Marcos Sr., the disillusionment with radical change, and why he now prefers the democratic process over revolution. Read his journey.
Davao City Acting Mayor Sebastian Duterte accuses Marcos administration of allowing foreign interference and worsening wealth inequality in the Philippines. Read his full statement.
As political tensions escalate in the Philippines, citizens confront twin dilemmas of leadership succession and massive corruption. Can the nation break from its troubled past? Join the conversation.
Zaldy Co's sudden transformation from villain to hero reveals the tribal nature of Duterte-aligned politics. Discover how loyalty trumps principle in Philippine political dynamics. Read our analysis.