600+ Nabbed in Cebu Safety Drive

Nearly 600 individuals were arrested in Cebu Province for violating local ordinances during the Safer Cities Initiative on June 4, 2026, targeting peace and order.

Inflation Drops to 6.8% in May 2026

The Philippine Statistics Authority reports inflation slowed to 6.8% in May 2026 from 7.2% in April, driven by lower food and utility prices, though still above BSP target.

Priest's Foundation Denies Corruption Allegations

The Arnold Janssen Kalinga Foundation denies allegations that its founder, Fr. Flaviano Antonio Villanueva, received money from a flood control anomaly. The foundation calls the claims baseless and has initiated legal action.

Bonoan Gets Hospital Arrest in Plunder Case

The Sandiganbayan granted former DPWH Secretary Manuel Bonoan's request for hospital arrest due to health issues, while he faces plunder and graft charges over a flood control controversy.

Mandaluyong Most Wanted Surrenders in Iloilo

Alias Herven, the sixth city-level most wanted person of Mandaluyong City, surrendered to police in Pototan, Iloilo on June 3, 2026, for violations of RA 9262 and RA 10175.

Kalinga Foundation Defends Fr. Villanueva

Arnold Janssen Kalinga Foundation denies allegations that its founder, Fr. Flaviano Antonio Villanueva, received money from flood control anomalies, calling the claims false and fabricated.

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