TACLOBAN CITY — The National Police Commission (Napolcom) has renewed its warning to police officers against engaging in partisan political activities on social media, revealing that about 20 police personnel in Eastern Visayas are currently under investigation for posts deemed to favor political figures. Lawyer Risty Sibay, Napolcom regional director for Eastern Visayas, said Tuesday that

MANILA, Philippines—Former Senate President Franklin Drilon on Tuesday urged the Supreme Court to decide on the case questioning the legality of unprogrammed funds in the old national budget. The former Senate leader seeks a resolution on the matter before the new round of proposed budget items for 2027 moves to Congress to be deliberated on.

MANILA, Philippines — The proposal to collect a P240 immigration fee from international travelers to fund the modernization of the Bureau of Immigration’s (BI) security systems at the country’s main ports is “still under study” and may not be implemented at all, according to Malacañang. Palace Press Officer Claire Castro on Tuesday made the assurance

DAVAO CITY – The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources – Davao (BFAR-11) has officially commenced the 2026 Davao Gulf closed season, enforcing a strict three-month ban on specific commercial fishing gear to protect small pelagic fish species during their peak spawning period until August 31. The ban spans from Cape San Agustin in Governor Generoso,

MANILA, Philippines — The confirmation of five generals in the Armed Forces of the Philippines is being held up due to the Senate gridlock, the Armed Forces of the Philippines confirmed. Despite the leadership change on May 11, no senators have been elected as members of the Commission on Appointments (CA), who are assigned to