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Gunshots and chaos erupted in the Philippine Senate during an attempted arrest of a senator wanted by the International Criminal Court. Soldiers reportedly entered the building amidst the dramatic incident.
The Philippine Senate has approved Senate Bill No. 1894, authored by Senate President Pro Tempore Loren Legarda, which aims to enhance the Universal Access to Quality Tertiary Education Act.
Senate President Pro Tempore Panfilo Lacson stated that there is no single 'overall mastermind' in the flood control scam, based on evidence gathered by the blue ribbon committee.
Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa was once one of the most visible faces of Rodrigo Duterte’s deadly war on drugs, a tough-talking national police chief who was seen as the hatchet man carrying out the former…
The Philippine Senate is reportedly planning to revise its rules regarding absenteeism, including a proposal for a "no work, no pay" policy. Senator Bato dela Rosa has been asked to address the implications of this potential change.
Senate President Pro Tempore Panfilo Lacson stated that delivering a progress report on the blue ribbon committee's probe into infrastructure corruption is intended to inform the public and combat misinformation.
Senator Panfilo Lacson announced that progress on the stalled Senate probe into flood control projects is expected to be presented in May. The investigation faces calls to invite House Speaker Martin Romualdez for questioning.
The Philippine Senate is preparing for a potential impeachment trial against a Duterte, with public opinion polls indicating significant support for such proceedings.
Senator JV Ejercito has filed a resolution calling for a Senate inquiry into the alleged over-importation of sugar in the Philippines. The resolution seeks to direct the Senate panel on Agriculture, Food to investigate the matter.
The Philippine Senate has called on the Department of Energy to re-evaluate its policy of two onsite work days, citing the ongoing oil crisis as a reason for potential changes.
Senate attendance data in the Philippines has brought attention to some lawmakers' perfect attendance records, while also highlighting Senator Bato's 31 absences from sessions.
Senator Bato dela Rosa was absent for 31 out of 58 days during the Philippine Senate's first regular session, according to official records.
A Philippine Senate committee chairperson is advocating for a P1,500 monthly aid for minimum wage earners as an alternative to an across-the-board wage hike, citing decreased purchasing power amidst the ongoing crisis.
Senate President Vicente 'Tito' Sotto III has signed a bill aimed at suspending the fuel excise tax in the Philippines, a move intended to alleviate economic pressures.
The Philippine Senate has adjourned its session for the Holy Week break, having ratified the bill resetting the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao elections and passing other priority measures.
The Senate of the Philippines will implement a work-from-home scheme and skeletal workforce arrangement for its employees starting April 6 as part of cost-cutting and energy conservation efforts during its recess.
The Philippine Senate has urged the executive branch to create a National Contingency Plan within 15 days to address the current and looming effects of tensions in the Middle East.
Philippine Senate Deputy Majority Leader JV Ejercito met with the Land Transportation Office to address concerns from motorcycle riders regarding rules on aftermarket vehicle modifications.
The proposed law banning political dynasties in the Philippines up to the second degree of consanguinity and affinity may also cover mistresses, as discussed during a Senate session.
The Philippine Senate is conducting a hearing to discuss the proposed trimester system in education and the current state of literacy in the country.
The Philippine Senate will convene an all-senators’ caucus to establish ground rules for potential dialogues with the Chinese embassy regarding the West Philippine Sea issue and address Senator Ronald 'Bato' dela Rosa's prolonged absence.
Articles of impeachment against Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte have been formally transmitted to the Senate, which is now preparing to commence the trial. The process has sparked debate over potential delays and the impartiality of the proceedings, while some lawmakers defend their votes against impeachment.
The Philippine Senate is working to finalize its reorganization by May 18 and pass priority bills before the June 6 adjournment. This comes amidst the looming impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, which threatens to divert legislative focus.
A Senate hearing in the Philippines revealed significant loopholes in how online shopping applications facilitate the marketing and sale of e-cigarettes or vapes to minors.
A bill has been filed in the Philippine Senate to provide P5,000 cash assistance to recent college graduates to help with job-hunting expenses. The proposed measure aims to ease the financial burden on new job seekers.
Senate President Vicente Sotto III has backed the continuation of the Senate's probe into anomalous flood control projects, citing many issues yet to be uncovered in what he termed the 2025 "killer budget."
The Philippine Senate questioned the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) regarding a recent eGov outage, attributing it to a user surge and under-resourced backend, with DICT citing unreleased 2025 funds.
There is a suggestion that the Philippine Senate could begin a trial against Vice President Sara Duterte, ideally before June 5.
The Philippine Senate is exploring the possibility of holding impeachment hearings for Vice President Sara on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, aiming to avoid disruption to legislative work.
Senate President Pro Tempore Panfilo Lacson has suspended hearings of the Senate blue ribbon committee's investigation into a public works fiasco until a partial report is presented to the plenary.
Philippine Senate President Pro Tempore Panfilo Lacson has proposed utilizing P16 billion in unused election funds to address the escalating fuel crisis, a move supported by the Commission on Elections.
The Philippine Senate is preparing to file a Bayanihan 3 bill as a contingency measure should the Middle East conflict worsen, despite a reported ceasefire.
Senator Loren Legarda has filed a bill, dubbed ‘Bayanihan 3’, in the Philippine Senate. The proposed measure aims to institutionalize the government’s response to the energy crisis, including a provisional oil regulation.
A Philippine Senate panel has proposed implementing a windfall tax on oil firms' profits to generate funds for fuel subsidies, aiming to alleviate the burden of rising energy costs on consumers.
A newly established Philippine Senate ad hoc committee, chaired by Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian, is scheduled to conduct its inaugural hearing on Tuesday to address the Middle East crisis response.
The Philippine Senate has adopted a minority-led resolution aimed at protecting Filipinos from extradition without prior local and legal remedies, introduced after minority senators raised concerns.
The Philippine Senate has passed Senate Bill No. 1719, principally authored by Senator Loren Legarda, which declares April of every year as Philippine Veterans Month for national remembrance.
The Philippine Senate is exploring a work-from-home (WFH) scheme for its employees as part of an initiative to conserve energy and reduce power and fuel costs, building on an existing 4-day workweek.
Senator Loren Legarda welcomed the enactment of Republic Act No. 12315, extending the term of the Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM II) for two more years to address gaps and drive reforms.
The Philippine Senate's version of a measure resetting parliamentary elections in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) grants the first elected members of parliament a 56-month term.
The Philippine Senate has called for better guidelines for the BOSS Ironman Motorcycle Challenge following a series of road incidents linked to the endurance ride.
Senator Ronald 'Bato' Dela Rosa is facing a potential arrest related to the drug war after the Supreme Court denied his request for a temporary restraining order. The situation has led to political tensions, with discussions around Senate custody and his appeals for support from colleagues and alumni.
The Philippine Senate has implemented a lockdown to protect a former 'drugs war' enforcer, prompting the National Union of Journalists of the Philippines (NUJP) to call for guaranteed media access during this period.
A Philippine Senate panel has released partial findings and recommendations on flood control corruption, highlighting the evolution of the pork barrel system into new forms of funding.
The Senate ethics committee in the Philippines has requested Senator Ronald 'Bato' dela Rosa to comment on a proposed amendment to Senate rules that would implement a 'no work, no pay' policy for absentee lawmakers.
Senate President Vicente Sotto III believes Senator Ronald 'Bato' dela Rosa should respond to an ethics complaint filed against him for his absence and explain why the case should not proceed.
Pacifico 'Curlee' Discaya, a private contractor currently detained by the Philippine Senate, is expected to be temporarily released to undergo shoulder surgery.
The Philippine Senate is being urged to finalize its investigation into an alleged flood control scam, with calls for accountability upon the return of key figures. Concerns have been raised that personal ties are stalling the probe, prompting the Ombudsman to request SALNs from House members.
The Philippine Senate ethics committee is reportedly closer to beginning its review of pending complaints filed against various lawmakers. There are currently nine cases awaiting consideration by the panel.
The Philippine Senate is considering issuing a subpoena to Facebook to compel its appearance at an inquiry on online child safety if the platform fails to attend the next hearing.
The Philippine Senate PROTECT committee is discussing government interventions to address the ongoing oil crisis. The hearing comes amid a looming rollback of oil prices.
The Philippine Senate blue ribbon committee has postponed its hearing into anomalous flood control projects, awaiting a sworn affidavit from former Governor Luis 'Chavit' Singson.
A fact-check confirms that Marcoleta has not returned as the chairman of the Philippine Senate's powerful Blue Ribbon Committee, with Senator Ping Lacson continuing to hold the position.
The Philippine Senate has transmitted bills seeking to suspend or reduce excise tax on fuel and to reset the parliamentary elections in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) to the Office of the President.
The Philippine Senate is proposing the establishment of a government-owned crude oil tank storage facility amidst rising fuel prices due to Middle East tensions.
The Philippine Senate has approved on third and final reading a measure granting President Marcos emergency powers to suspend or reduce the fuel excise tax.
A discussion is underway in the Philippines regarding whether the Senate should surrender two of its members, Go and Bato, if Interpol attempts to arrest and bring them before the International Criminal Court.
Senator Juan Miguel Zubiri is calling for a Senate investigation into the stalled plan to locally build a P2.5 billion Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) vessel, after its allocated budget was returned to the treasury due to bureaucratic issues.
The Philippine Senate is discussing an anti-political dynasty bill that may extend its coverage to include mistresses of politicians, aiming to broaden the scope of the proposed legislation.
The Philippine Senate has approved a bill to reset the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) elections to September 2026, aiming to provide certainty and clear direction for democracy in the region.
The new Philippine Senate secretary, Mark Llandro “Dong” Mendoza, addressed employees, stating that 'grumpy and lazy' attitudes have no place in the Senate.