Namfrel Welcomes Party-List Reform Bills, Urges Swift Passage
Namfrel backs House Bill 9906 and Senate Bill 2090 as complementary reforms to the Party-List System Act, urging Congress to pass a comprehensive law before the next elections.
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PNP: No arrest warrant for Senator Marcoleta
The Philippine National Police has not received any official communication regarding an alleged arrest warrant against Senator Rodante Marcoleta, PNP officials said.
Senate Turmoil: Cayetano's Boycott and Constitutional Order
As Mindanao recovers from a 7.8-magnitude earthquake, the Senate remains mired in political infighting. The June 3 session quorum debate, Blue Ribbon hearings, and impeachment trial implications are analyzed.
Cebu Students Mixed on Imee Marcos' Cha-Cha Claims
Cebu students shared mixed reactions to alleged Charter change proposals raised by Sen. Imee Marcos, with some opposing and others open to reforms.
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Cardinal David Slams Cayetano Over Drug War Pro-Life Claim
Kalookan Archbishop Cardinal Pablo Virgilio David criticizes Senate President Alan Peter Cayetano for calling Duterte's drug war a pro-life campaign, citing extrajudicial killings and human rights violations.
Barangay Councilor Killed Outside Cockpit in Clarin, Bohol
A barangay councilor was shot dead outside a cockpit in Clarin, Bohol. Police recovered .45 caliber shells and are reviewing CCTV footage.
2 Party-List Lawmakers Resign from House
Two party-list lawmakers resigned from the House of Representatives on Monday, the latest in a series of resignations following a flood control anomaly scandal.
Cebu Busker Arrested for Begging Sparks Debate
A 68-year-old harmonica player in Cebu City was arrested for illegal begging, but officials question the arrest and highlight the fine line between busking and begging.
Ombudsman Suspends Senate Official Over Shooting
The six-month preventive suspension of acting Senate sergeant-at-arms Mao Aplasca highlights systemic weaknesses in law enforcement coordination and discipline.
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Two Men Attacked in Neck; One Dead, One Critical
Two separate neck-slashing incidents in Talisay City and Barili left one dead and one critically injured. Suspects are identified; one is in custody.
DepEd 95% Average for Honors Claim False
A viral social media post claiming students need a 95% average for honors caused confusion. DepEd clarified no such rule exists; honors guidelines remain unchanged.
Two Arrested in Bulacan Road Rage Incident
Two men were arrested following a viral road rage incident in Norzagaray, Bulacan, police said. A third suspect with a gun remains at large.
High-Value Drug Suspect Arrested in Cebu Buy-Bust
A high-value drug suspect was arrested in a buy-bust operation in Cebu City, with 150 grams of shabu worth over P1 million seized.
House Panel Likely to Find Probable Cause vs VP Sara
Rep. Terry Ridon believes a majority of the House justice panel will vote to declare probable cause in impeachment complaints against VP Sara Duterte, citing a P6.7B suspicious transaction as a 'nuclear bomb' of evidence.
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PRO 7 Arrests 390, Seizes P4M in Drugs in Visayas
Police in Central Visayas arrested 390 suspects and confiscated over P4 million worth of shabu in a week-long operation from April 19 to 25, 2026.
Senate Bill Seeks Social Media Ban for Kids Under 16
Senator Gatchalian files SB 2066 to ban children under 16 from social media, citing risks to mental health, academics, and safety, following Australia and Indonesia.
Palace: Duterte Lawyer Must Focus on ICC Defense, Not Politics
Malacañang advised Nicholas Kaufman, lawyer of former President Duterte, to focus on ICC defense strategies instead of Philippine political developments.
Hit-and-Run Trial Starts, Victim's Family Seeks Justice
The trial of Sean Pajarillo began on what would have been victim Kingston Cheng's 24th birthday. The defense seeks settlement while challenging jurisdiction.
Party Gatekeepers: Preventing Populist Takeovers in Democracies
Exploring the concept of party gatekeepers from 'How Democracies Die' and their failure in recent U.S. and Philippine elections, highlighting the dangers of unchecked populism.
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Quo Vadis, Philippines? Student Questions National Direction
A political science student examines the Philippines' contradictions, from resilience to political dynasties, questioning where the nation is truly headed amid governance failures and public unrest.
Overcoming Political Division in the Philippines Through Dialogue
The Philippines faces deepening political polarization that threatens social cohesion. This article explores how confirmation bias and misinformation fuel conflict, and why civil discourse remains essential for rebuilding trust and accountability.
Marcoleta Duo's Political Theater: Spectacle vs. Substance
The father-son political duo's theatrical performances dominate media, blending arrogance, ignorance, and vindictiveness into a spectacle that challenges governance norms while captivating audiences.
Patience vs. Strategy: Leni Robredo's Political Dilemma
An analysis of the tension between principled silence and strategic necessity in Philippine politics, examining how supporters can balance admiration for restraint with the need for operational clarity.
Why EDSA Revolution Failed: The Missing People's Party
A political commentator argues that the EDSA Revolution's failure to establish principled governance stemmed from the absence of a people's party to implement true democratic reforms, leaving power with political dynasties.
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Political Dynasties Persist: Call for Electoral System Overhaul
Forty years after the EDSA Revolution, political dynasties continue to dominate Philippine politics. Experts argue that merely passing anti-dynasty laws is insufficient without comprehensive electoral reform to ensure fair competition and genuine democrac
Philippine Political Dynasty Reforms Face Systemic Hurdles
Recent proposals to reform the party-list system and enact anti-dynasty laws face skepticism as political dynasties control the legislative process, perpetuating systemic issues in Philippine elections.
Broken Political Promises: Filipinos Demand Accountability
Filipino citizens express growing frustration with political leaders' unfulfilled promises amid rising costs and inadequate public services. This article examines the cycle of hope and disappointment in Philippine politics.
Philippine Political History: Electoral Missteps and Constitutional Debates
An analysis of Philippine political history reveals persistent electoral missteps since the 1960s, constitutional reform challenges, and systemic issues like political dynasties and corruption that continue to shape governance.
Strongman Leadership Fails Philippines' Renewal Quest
An examination of why coercive leadership models undermine national coherence and why true strength emerges from moral formation and shared conscience rather than fear-based governance.
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Cebu Archbishop Warns Against Divisive Politics
Cebu Archbishop Alberto Uy warns that personality-driven politics harms unity and progress. He calls for leaders to unite for the common good, inspired by Santo Niño values. Read his full message.
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