Multiple criminal and administrative complaints have been filed with the Office of the Ombudsman against Vice President Sara Duterte and several officials of the Office of the Vice President (OVP) and the Department of Education (DepEd) over the alleged misuse of ₱612.5 million in confidential funds. The cases were filed on Friday, December 12, by civil society groups and Church leaders, who accused Duterte and her subordinates of serious violations involving public funds. Th

President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. has ordered a worldwide manhunt for fugitive and former Ako Bicol Party-list Representative Elizaldy “Zaldy” Co—one of those implicated in the multibillion-peso flood control scandal at the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH). In his “Ulat sa Bayan” video message, the President said he has directed the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) and the Philippine National Police (PNP) to coordinate with Philippine embassies in var

New York City - Filipino-American stand-up comedian and musical performer JR De Guzman is set to bring his signature blend of sharp wit, feel-good humor, and live music to Sony Hall in Manhattan on December 13, 2025. This highly anticipated show marks De Guzman’s first-ever solo performance in Manhattan, and excitement is already building as tickets continue to sell at a rapid pace. JR De Guzman has earned international recognition for his refreshing style of comedy, seamless

The Philippine Consulate General in New York, in collaboration with The Filipino School of New York & New Jersey and the Helping Stars Foundation, successfully hosted its annual Parol-Making Workshop at the Philippine Center. More than 50 Filipino families participated in the workshop to mark World Children’s Day and Filipino Values Month. In his remarks on behalf of Consul General Senen Mangalile, Consul Juan Carlos C. Borromeo encouraged the participants to rediscover their

Philippine delegates to the Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) Exercise, led by Capt. Julius E. Valdez of the Philippine Navy and Capt. Martin L. Bernabe of the Philippine Coast Guard, paid a courtesy call on Philippine Consul General Arman R. Talbo to firm up preparations for the RIMPAC Mid-Planning Conference and the country’s participation in RIMPAC 2026, set for June and July next year. During the meeting, Consul General Talbo reaffirmed the Consulate’s full support for the cont

Jersey City, NJ - Filipino American organizers from New York played a key role in a historic election victory in Jersey City, where former Councilman Rolando Lavarro and the entire reform slate swept the December 3 runoff, reshaping the city’s political landscape. On November 29, volunteers from the Filipino American Democratic Club of New York (FADCNY) crossed state lines to help turn out voters for Lavarro in the final stretch of the campaign. Joined by South Asians for Ha

Officials who could potentially implicate President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. in kickbacks and anomalous government projects are allegedly using resignation as a “convenient escape hatch.” This was the statement of the Makabayan bloc in the House of Representatives following the resignation of Justice Undersecretary Jojo Cadiz on Friday. “He is not an ordinary employee he is a former Senate staff member of President Marcos Jr., a trusted associate now accused of being the bagman f

The Office of the Ombudsman has formally filed malversation and graft charges against Sarah Discaya and several others in connection with the alleged ₱96.5-million ghost project in Davao Occidental. Assistant Ombudsman Mico Clavano confirmed that the cases were lodged before the Digos Regional Trial Court (RTC) at around 2:15 p.m. on December 5. Also charged were Maria Roma Angeline Rimando of St. Timothy Construction and multiple officials from the DPWH Davao Occidental Dist

“You have undertaken to cheat me. I won't sue you, for the law is too slow. I'll ruin you.” —Cornelius Vanderbilt WE wanted to give them the benefit of the doubt, but it has become obvious and crystal clear the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) and the Office of the Ombudsman, Department of Justice (DoJ), including the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), are really slow as snails. Pardon us, but aren’t they supposed to announce the indictment of thos

Davao City 1st District Rep. Paolo “Pulong” Duterte has rejected the invitation of the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) to appear before its investigation into the alleged irregularities in flood control projects in his district. Duterte slammed the commission, saying wala raw kapangyarihan ang ICI na ipatawag ang isang mambabatas at binansagan niya itong political harassment. In a strongly worded letter sent to ICI Chairman Andres B. Reyes Jr., Duterte argued

Pressure continues to mount against PrimeWater Infrastructure Corp. as an estimated 50 Local Water Districts (LWDs)are now moving to terminate their joint venture agreements (JVAs) with the Villar-owned water utility company. Sa pagdinig ng Senate Committee on Public Services, Senator Raffy Tulfo reported that his office conducted a survey among 70 LWDs. The results showed that 61 districts are not satisfied with PrimeWater’s service. Ayon kay Tulfo, marami nang water distric

Rogelio “Babes” Singson, former DPWH secretary, has stepped down as commissioner of the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI). According to ICI chairperson Andy Reyes, the intense and stressful nature of the work has taken a toll on Singson’s health, prompting him to resign. His resignation takes effect on December 15, pero puwedeng ma-extend hanggang December 21. Si Singson ay isa sa tatlong miyembro ng ICI na personal na pinili ni President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Ma

Daet, Camarines Norte — Three alleged High-Value Individuals (HVI) were arrested in a successful buy-bust operation along Vinzons Avenue, Daet, Camarines Norte, on the evening of December 3, 2025. Police recovered from the suspects roughly 3 kilos of suspected shabu with an estimated street value of ₱20,400,000, based on the Dangerous Drugs Board (DDB) valuation. Also confiscated were 669 pieces of counterfeit ₱1,000 bills used as boodle money, along with marked buy-bust cash

NEW YORK - Ohio Republican Senator Bernie Moreno is pushing for a nationwide ban on dual citizenship, arguing that holding more than one citizenship raises concerns about national loyalty and conflicting interests. His proposal has sparked debate among immigrants, legal scholars, and community advocates, including one Ohio State University professor who views the idea as misguided. The United States has long been described as a cultural and intellectual melting pot, shaped by

The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) has confirmed the discovery of 250 “ghost projects” during joint inspections of flood control and other infrastructure programs nationwide. These findings emerged from the ongoing validation of approximately 10,000 projects already inspected, which form part of the 30,000 infrastructure items flagged for verification under the government’s intensified probe into alleged irregularities in public works spending. According to the AFP, th

Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray issued a powerful call for accountability as she stood before thousands of protesters during the “Trillion Peso March” at the EDSA People Power Monument on Sunday, urging the government to act swiftly on the widening flood control scandal that has rocked the nation. Gray, who has consistently used her platform to champion social issues, appealed directly to the Office of the Ombudsman, the Senate, and the House of Representatives. She demanded

A Filipino man was arrested inside his home in Dallas, Texas, in what experts say reflects the Trump administration’s increasingly aggressive stance on immigration enforcement. Yaakub Vijandre, a longtime resident and beneficiary of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program, recounted the tense moments when six unmarked vehicles suddenly pulled up outside his home. Federal agents rushed in, and one officer allegedly pointed a gun at him before placing him unde

More than 15,000 passengers from three major Philippine airlines were affected by a required software update for Airbus A320 and A321 aircraft, resulting in nearly 100 delayed or canceled flights. According to acting Transportation Secretary Giovanni Lopez, Airbus and the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) ordered the update as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety and airworthiness of all affected aircraft. Cebu Pacific and Philippine Airlines canceled 78 domestic

Representative Leila de Lima of the Mamamayang Liberal (ML) Party-list stated bluntly that the family and supporters of former President Rodrigo Duterte have no one to blame but themselves for the International Criminal Court’s (ICC) rejection of Duterte’s petition for interim release. De Lima issued the remark after Duterte’s family and allies lashed out at the ICC and the Marcos administration over the tribunal’s decision to deny the former president’s request. “The ICC App

A tragic accident in Manila left a young factory worker dead and another man injured after a motorcycle collided with a tractor head truck in the early hours of Saturday. The severity of the impact was so extreme that the passenger was fatally crushed, leaving emergency responders visibly shaken. Authorities identified the victim only as “Al,” a 27-year-old factory employee from Manila. He had been riding as a passenger on a motorcycle driven by “Archie,” 31, when the colli