MANILA – The Supreme Court (SC) turned down the appeal filed by a former police officer and six other individuals accused of kidnapping for ransom in 2004. The high tribunal said the loss or non-presentation of ransom money in court does not prevent a conviction for kidnapping for ransom, so long as the prosecution is
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Mandaue drainage improvements ongoing in Banilad, Tipolo, mayor says
MANDAUE CITY, Cebu — Drainage improvement projects in Barangays Banilad and Tipolo are ongoing as part of efforts to reduce flooding in two of Mandaue City’s flood-prone areas. Mayor Thadeo “Jonkie” Ouano on Tuesday, July 21 said that the drainage project along A.S. Fortuna Street in Barangay Banilad is now 91 percent complete. Meanwhile, the
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Legal remedies eyed vs. erring water service providers – Palace
MANILA – The government is exploring legal remedies against parties found responsible for poor water services, Malacañang said Tuesday, while assuring the public that efforts to improve water supply continue. Palace Press Officer Claire Castro said the Local Water Utilities Administration (LWUA), upon the directive of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., is implementing initiatives to
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Approved right to information bill will boost transparency – Dy assures CPAs
MANILA, Philippines — The approval of the proposed Right to Information (RTI) Act reflects the House of Representatives’ commitment to transparency, accountability, and responsible governance, Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III assured the Isabela Chapter of the Philippine Institute of Certified Public Accountants (PICPA) over the weekend. Speaking through Isabela Board Member Amador Gaffud Jr. during
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LTO summons rider in viral Marikina City road rage
MANILA, Philippines — A rider who assaulted another motorist in a viral road rage incident in Marikina City has been summoned by the Land Transportation Office (LTO), the agency said on Tuesday. Citing a police report, the LTO said that the suspect allegedly shouted at another motorcycle rider which led to a heated confrontation. The
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Legarda files tax reform bill for bigger take-home pay, fairer taxes
MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Loren Legarda has filed a tax reform bill to make sure that ordinary workers will have a take-home pay that’s not whittled down by inflation and unfair taxes. The measure — Senate Bill No. 2255, or the proposed Keeping Incomes Tax-relieved and Augmented (Kita) Act — aims to amend the National
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Senate to hold shortened Duterte impeachment trial for Sona week
MANILA, Philippines – The fourth week of Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial will begin on Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. to give way to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s fifth State of the Nation Address (Sona), and the Senate minority bloc’s Kontra-Sona. Senate impeachment court presiding officer Francis “Chiz” Escudero announced on Tuesday
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Oppo Reno16c Full Specs, Features, Price In Philippines
Here’s The Complete List of Specifications, Features, & Price of the Oppo Reno16c The Oppo Reno16c was officially announced on July 02, 2026, and released on July 09, 2026. The 5G-ready smartphone is fueled with a Si/C Li-Ion 7000 mAh battery + 80W wired charging. It is available in colors like Stellar Purple, Twilight Violet, ... Read more
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LTO summons rider for assaulting motorist in viral Marikina road rage
MANILA – The Land Transportation Office (LTO) on Tuesday summoned a motorcycle rider who was caught on video assaulting another motorist in a road rage incident in Marikina City that went viral on social media. In a statement, LTO Chief Assistant Secretary Markus Lacanilao ordered the issuance of a show-cause order (SCO) against the rider
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Camotes man stabs, kills mother, gets arrested by police
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu- A mother died after being stabbed several times by her own son in Sitio Mahayahay, Barangay Sonog in San Francisco town in Camotes Island, on Tuesday, July 21. Authorities identified the woman as alias Melody, 51, a Barangay Utility Worker who lived in that community. She was attacked around 10:45 a.m. Police
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