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.
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.
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 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.
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. 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.
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.
Malacañang clarifies COA's ₱14M flag on OP travel funds, citing delayed reimbursements from other agencies. Over 55% already collected. Get the full story.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. addresses AFP leadership, urging military unity against misinformation. Read his full speech and the military's response to current challenges.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. addresses AFP leaders, emphasizing loyalty to Constitution amid misinformation threats. Military reaffirms commitment to unity and professionalism.
Philippines Senate swiftly approves ₱889.236M OVP budget for 2026, raising transparency concerns despite improved government coordination. Read the full analysis.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. will visit Bacolod City on December 5 to launch Oplan Kontra Baha, addressing severe flooding that displaced 15,875 individuals. Learn about the government's response.
House Majority Leader Sandro Marcos welcomes ICI investigation after Zaldy Co's P50-billion budget insertion allegations. Read the latest developments in this ongoing political controversy.
President Marcos Jr. announces graft charges against 8 lawmakers over anomalous flood control projects. PHP12 billion in assets frozen as investigation expands.
The Office of the Vice President launched its 90th-anniversary pop-up exhibit in Bacolod, granting P15,000 financial aid to 20 local beneficiaries. Discover this historic showcase!
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. challenges former Ako Bicol representative Zaldy Co to return to the Philippines and face corruption cases involving P100 billion flood control projects.
President Bongbong Marcos reveals family concern over Senator Imee Marcos's drug addiction allegations. Read the latest political drama unfolding in Manila.
Vice President Sara Duterte thanked thousands of supporters at a pre-dawn run in Davao City for former President Rodrigo Duterte. She addressed rumors about his health and the family's ongoing ICC appeal. Read the full story.
Senator Imee Marcos's public criticism of President Bongbong Marcos at Iglesia ni Cristo rally sparks political turmoil. Read about the implications for Philippine governance.
Senator Imee Marcos publicly accuses President Bongbong Marcos of illegal drug use during rally. Palace denies claims, cites 2021 drug test results. Public opinion divided on family feud.
President Bongbong Marcos launches Oplan Kontra Baha in Cebu, clearing waterways to prevent future flooding disasters. Learn how this initiative protects communities.