Senators on Tuesday night engaged in an intense debate over Sen. Rodante Marcoleta’s proposed rule allowing senators to vote electronically during sessions, prompting the minority bloc to walk out.

Members of the Senate minority bloc walked out of the plenary session after opposing what they called a rush to amend the chamber's rules.

MANILA, Philippines — The Senate minority bloc on Tuesday night questioned whether a proposed voting rule was being rushed to benefit the absent Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa and other members of the majority facing plunder allegations. This came after Senate President Alan Peter Cayetano moved to vote on whether Sen. Rodante Marcoleta’s proposal allowing

SUBIC BAY FREEPORT—The Port of Subic on Tuesday (May 26) has begun disposing of decomposing agricultural products from at least two refrigerated containers as authorities move to address the long-standing problem of 118 overstaying reefer units at the Subic Bay International Terminal Complex (SBITC), which have triggered years of complaints over foul odor, health concerns,

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police Highway Patrol Group (PNP-HPG) on Tuesday acknowledged that raising awareness on road safety among the public remains a challenge to the agency as it commits to collaborate with other government agencies in implementing the country’s road safety action plan.  During the Philippine Road Safety Summit 2026, PMaj. JV

MANILA, Philippines — No bettor won the jackpots for Ultra Lotto 6/58, SuperLotto 6/49 and Lotto 6/42 during Tuesday night’s draws, according to the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office. The winning combination for Ultra Lotto 6/58 was 02-11-12-16-55-46 for a jackpot prize of ₱75 million. No ticket holder matched all six numbers to claim the top