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Amended rules now allow other senators to preside over impeach trials

MANILA, Philippines — The Senate has amended the rules of impeachment that would allow another senator to be elected by a majority vote of members present as presiding officer of the impeachment court. Senate Resolution No. 430 amended Rule II of the existing rules of procedure on impeachment trial, which explicitly states that the Senate

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P4.1-M shabu seized in Quezon; 3 suspected traffickers held

LUCENA CITY, Quezon — Police seized suspected shabu (crystal meth) worth more than P4.1 million from three alleged drug traffickers arrested in two buy-bust operations in Quezon province on Tuesday and Wednesday, June 2 and 3. Lt. Col. Ryan Hernandez, Lucena City police chief, reported that the suspects, identified only by their aliases “Archie,” 29,

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House lawmakers hope Senate resumes work under Gatchalian

MANILA, Philippines — House lawmakers have expressed hope that the Senate will resume its work following the election of Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian as acting Senate president, after two consecutive days without a session. In a statement on Wednesday, Mamamayang Liberal party-list Rep. Leila de Lima and Akbayan party-list Rep. Percival Cendaña said they expect the

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Alexa Ilacad Takes a Bold Stand for Women Victimized by Scandals

Alexa Ilacad Leads the Fight Against Shame and Online Exploitation ALEXA ILACAD – More fearless than ever, Alexa Ilacad headlines a powerful new series that shines a spotlight on the struggles of women who become victims of privacy violations. Actress Alexa Ilacad takes on one of her most courageous roles yet in the new iWant ... Read more

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Bongbong Marcos Loses Patience w/ Absent Senators & Demands They Return to Work

President Bongbong Marcos Sends Strong Message to Lawmakers Missing Senate Sessions BONGBONG MARCOS – With several important measures still pending in Congress, President Marcos called on lawmakers to prioritize their duties and attend Senate sessions regularly. President Bongbong Marcos has called on members of the Senate majority bloc to return to their sessions and fulfill ... Read more

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Chiz Escudero Appears in Senate Session, Alan Peter Cayetano No Longer SP

Amid the Issues Between the Majority & Minority Blocs, Sen. Chiz Escudero Appears in Senate Session CHIZ ESCUDERO – The Senator appeared in the Senate session bringing a 12-quorum that removed former Sen. Alan Peter Cayetano from the presidency. The Philippine Senate is currently surrounded by issues. The chamber had no session for two (2) ... Read more

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Homeless man removed over public indecency on Pattaya Beach

Police and Pattaya city officials ordered a homeless man to leave South Pattaya Beach yesterday, June 2, after residents and tourists complained that he had repeatedly masturbated in public near the old pier area, causing concerns over public indecency. Reporters visited the area after receiving complaints that the man’s behaviour had become a regular problem …

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Thai Airways welcomes first female pilot after 66 years

Thai Airways celebrated a milestone in its history after its first female pilot operated her inaugural commercial flight on the Bangkok-Hanoi route on Monday, June 1. The airline announced the achievement through its official THAI Corporate Communications Facebook page, highlighting Pannathon “Bam” Thanrungrueangchai’s first commercial flight as a pilot with the national carrier. According to …

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Wildlife worth P3.5M rescued from Medellin resort

LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu – Various wildlife species worth P3.5 million were rescued by CIDG-Mandaue City Field Unit Office agents from a resort in Barangay Kawit, Medellin town on Wednesday morning, June 3. The seizure of various wildlife was done through a lawful wildlife rescue and enforcement operation. The operation was conducted in coordination with the

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Dy congratulates Gatchalian, says fully functioning Senate needed

[Updated June 3, 2026, 5:46 p.m.] MANILA, Philippines — House Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III has congratulated acting Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian after his election, saying that a fully functioning Senate is needed to push for meaningful legislation and uphold democratic governance. “At a time when our nation looks to its institutions for stability and leadership,

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