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Garin condemns online bullying of impeachment prosecutors

MANILA – House Deputy Speaker Janette Garin on Friday hit back at supporters of Vice President Sara Duterte for bullying House prosecutors, calling on the public to focus on the evidence rather than personal attacks. The condemnation came after social media posts and memes mocked lead prosecutor Rep. Gerville “Jinky Bitrics” Luistro for visible saliva

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CIDG: Marcoleta requested hospital visits from VP Sara, Robin Padilla

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) clarified on Friday, July 10, that Sen. Rodante Marcoleta was permitted only two visitors at the PNP General Hospital following his own request. According to CIDG Metro Manila Unit Director Col. John Guiagui, Marcoleta—who has been confined at the PNPGH since his

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Inclusive growth: Legarda seeks real impact of upper middle-income status

MANILA, Philippines – Senator Loren Legarda has filed Resolution No. 505 directing the Senate to conduct an inquiry in aid of legislation on the Philippines’ recent reclassification as an Upper Middle-Income Country (UMIC) by the World Bank. The resolution calls for a deeper examination of how this long-delayed economic milestone can be transformed into genuine

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Former Ceres exec sues Yanson matriarch, son for perjury

MANILA, Philippines – A 78-year-old retired executive of the Yanson Group of Bus Companies (YGBC) has filed criminal complaints against Olivia Yanson and her son, Leo Rey Yanson, over alleged false sworn statements. Human rights lawyer Atty. Dino de Leon represented Antonio “Tony” Zerna in filing a complaint for perjury and falsification against Olivia Yanson

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Sara Duterte camp wants to bring own equipment, caterer at Senate room

MANILA, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte’s camp inquired about bringing its own equipment and hiring its own caterer for the holding area during the impeachment trial, Senate Secretary Renato Bantug said Thursday. Speaking to reporters, Bantug said the requests were among the administrative and logistical matters raised by Vice President Sara Duterte’s chief of

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