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Global Markets Rattled, Supply Chains Threatened by Middle East Tensions and War Risks
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Global Markets Rattled, Supply Chains Threatened by Middle East Tensions and War Risks

Global oil prices are climbing and stock markets are falling, including a €17 billion loss for Greek stocks, as investors perceive no immediate end to the ongoing war, exacerbating Middle East tensions and driving up fuel costs. Markets are particularly rattled by concerns over potential blockages of key chokepoints like the Strait of Hormuz and the Bab el-Mandeb strait, with Wall Street's 'fear gauge' spiking and Asian airlines raising ticket prices. Irish economists warn of escalating global recession risks, while New Zealand's Pharmac monitors medicine supply risks, all contributing to looming energy and supply crises.

Sara Duterte Links Father's Rights to National Sovereignty
Politicsphilstar11d ago

Sara Duterte Links Father's Rights to National Sovereignty

Vice President Sara Duterte urged Filipinos to be vigilant against the 'weaponization of the law' and 'unconstitutional intrusion of foreign bodies' into the country's courts, as she greeted her detained father, former president Rodrigo Duterte.

Tiangco urged: Name names, substantiate allegations vs lawmakers
Politicsinquirer21d ago

Tiangco urged: Name names, substantiate allegations vs lawmakers

MANILA, Philippines — Several lawmakers have called on Navotas Rep. Toby Tiangco to substantiate his allegations that some lawmakers want Vice President Sara Duterte impeached because they cannot avoid accountability if she becomes president, with one urging him to name names. In a press briefing on Wednesday, Bicol Saro party-list Rep. Terry Ridon said that it

Toby Tiangco: Impeachment push linked to some solons’ flood scam fears
Politicsinquirer22d ago

Toby Tiangco: Impeachment push linked to some solons’ flood scam fears

MANILA, Philippines — Some lawmakers are allegedly pushing for Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment because they cannot negotiate terms to absolve them of accountability should she become president, Navotas Rep. Toby Tiangco said on Tuesday. In an ambush interview on Tuesday, Tiangco said that lawmakers involved in the flood control scam are allegedly afraid that, under

Sara Duterte warns against fake emails ‘not connected to our office’
Politicsinquirer29d ago

Sara Duterte warns against fake emails ‘not connected to our office’

MANILA, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte on Tuesday warned the public against fake emails falsely claiming to be from her or her office. Duterte issued the warning after her office received reports of individuals receiving emails claiming to be from the vice president or her office. READ: OVP alerts public on cash aid scam

Palace: VP Duterte’s ‘not that difficult’ repatriation claim unrealistic
Politicsinquirer1mo ago

Palace: VP Duterte’s ‘not that difficult’ repatriation claim unrealistic

MANILA, Philippines — Palace Press Officer Claire Castro on Monday criticized Vice President Sara Duterte for saying it “was not that difficult” to send aircraft to repatriate Filipinos affected by the conflict in the Middle East, calling her remarks out of touch with reality. Duterte made the comments during an interview on Ibalik ang Tapang at

Sara Duterte’s camp: We want Madriaga alive
Politicsinquirer1mo ago

Sara Duterte’s camp: We want Madriaga alive

MANILA, Philippines — The legal team of Vice President Sara Duterte on Friday maintained she had nothing to do with the death threats reportedly received by Ramil Madriaga, who claimed to be her “bagman,” saying they actually want him to stay unharmed for an eventual confession. “VP Sara has nothing to do with any death

Madriaga offered P500M P1B for silence – lawyer
Politicsinquirerphilstar1mo ago2 sources

Madriaga offered P500M P1B for silence – lawyer

Former colleagues tried to bribe Ramil Madriaga with P500 million to P1 billion in exchange for his silence on Vice President Sara Duterte’s links to drug dealers and offshore gaming operators who bankrolled her campaign in 2022.

Sara hits critics’ ‘silence’ on cash  deliveries to pols
Politicsphilstar1mo ago

Sara hits critics’ ‘silence’ on cash deliveries to pols

Vice President Sara Duterte yesterday questioned the “deafening silence” of civil society groups, the Church and lawmakers to allegations raised by 18 men who claimed to be former Marines, that they delivered suitcases containing billions of pesos to certain politicians.

2 raps vs Sara Duterte found ‘sufficient in substance’
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2 raps vs Sara Duterte found ‘sufficient in substance’

The House committee on justice on Wednesday declared the fourth impeachment complaint against Vice President Sara Duterte to be sufficient in substance, in addition to the third complaint that earlier passed the sufficiency test. The proceedings will now move forward with the committee expected to ask Duterte to answer the two complaints within 10 calendar

Docs show VP Duterte’s net worth rose over 1,000% – Ridon
Politicsinquirer1mo ago

Docs show VP Duterte’s net worth rose over 1,000% – Ridon

MANILA, Philippines — Bicol Saro party-list Rep. Terry Ridon downplayed claims that there was no documentary evidence to support allegations that Vice President Sara Duterte amassed ill-gotten wealth, saying that her net worth from 2008 to 2024 rose by over 1,000 percent. At Wednesday’s hearing of the House of Representatives committee on justice, Cagayan de Oro

4th rap vs Sara Duterte also sufficient in substance; panel to issue notice
PoliticsRapplerinquirerphilstar1mo ago3 sources

4th rap vs Sara Duterte also sufficient in substance; panel to issue notice

MANILA, Philippines — The fourth impeachment complaint against Vice President Sara Duterte was also declared sufficient in substance on Wednesday by the House of Representatives’ committee on justice — which means that two raps passed the sufficiency tests. A total of 54 committee members voted to declare the fourth impeachment complaint filed by lawyer Nathaniel Cabrera

Pro-Sara lawmaker hit over sexist remark
Politicsphilstar1mo ago

Pro-Sara lawmaker hit over sexist remark

A senior opposition lawmaker was censured by his colleagues in the committee on justice over remarks he made as he tried to oppose the impeachment complaints against Vice President Sara Duterte, which were being checked for sufficiency in substance.

Solon: Bringing down impeachment raps to 2 won’t weaken case
PoliticsRapplerinquirer1mo ago2 sources

Solon: Bringing down impeachment raps to 2 won’t weaken case

MANILA, Philippines — Bringing down the number of impeachment complaints against Vice President Sara Duterte from four to two will not weaken the case, San Juan Rep. Ysabel Maria Zamora said on Monday. In a press briefing after the first day of hearing on Duterte’s impeachment complaints, Zamora said that there would be no effect on

House: 2 impeach raps vs Sara sufficient in form
Politicsphilstar1mo ago

House: 2 impeach raps vs Sara sufficient in form

Two of the four impeachment complaints filed against Vice President Sara Duterte were deemed sufficient in form yesterday by the House of Representatives committee on justice while one was “set aside” for violating the one year rule and the other formally withdrawn by complainants supposedly to help expedite the impeachment process.

House panel vows fairness  in Sara Duterte impeachment proceedings
Politicsinquirer1mo ago

House panel vows fairness  in Sara Duterte impeachment proceedings

The House justice committee will ensure fairness in the enforcement of rules regarding impeachment proceedings as it prepares to take up the complaints filed against Vice President Sara Duterte, Bicol Saro Rep. Terry Ridon said on Saturday. The House panel will tackle the four impeachment complaints against Duterte starting March 2 to determine if there

NUP Chair Walks Back Statement on VP Impeachment Raps
Politicsinquirer1mo ago

NUP Chair Walks Back Statement on VP Impeachment Raps

The head of one of the administration parties in the House of Representatives clarified an earlier statement, indicating that its members would 'most likely not vote in favor' of new impeachment complaints against Vice President Sara Duterte due to lack of merit.

Ortega tells VP Duterte: Don’t run away if you want to ‘run’
Politicsinquirer1mo ago

Ortega tells VP Duterte: Don’t run away if you want to ‘run’

MANILA, Philippines — House of Representatives Deputy Speaker Paolo Ortega V has advice for Vice President Sara Duterte, now that she has announced her intention to seek the presidency. “Don’t run away if you want to run.” “Maybe, as I said, she’s in a different light, you put her in a category where she is

Sara Duterte impeach raps to be sent to justice panel, De Lima confirms
Politicsinquirer1mo ago

Sara Duterte impeach raps to be sent to justice panel, De Lima confirms

MANILA, Philippines — Mamamayang Liberal party-list Rep. Leila de Lima confirmed that the four impeachment complaints against Vice President Sara Duterte will be sent to the House of Representatives’ committee on justice when the chamber resumes its session on Monday. De Lima, in an ambush interview after members of the House committee on rules met for

Sara Duterte on running mate: ‘I have recruited someone’
Politicsinquirer1mo ago

Sara Duterte on running mate: ‘I have recruited someone’

MANILA, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte said she has already recruited someone as running mate for her 2028 presidential bid as early as last year. Duterte, however, refused to identify the personality, pending the person’s decision. “I’ve already recruited someone,” Duterte said in Filipino during a Sonshine Media Network Incorporated interview aired on Saturday.

Epstein Files Renew Focus on Authorities' Failure to Act
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Epstein Files Renew Focus on Authorities' Failure to Act

The release of the Epstein files has brought renewed attention to the failure of U.S. authorities to stop Jeffrey Epstein, as documents reveal an accuser provided extensive details of abuse in 2011.

Philippine House Summons Officials for VP Duterte Impeachment Hearings
Worldinquirer1d ago

Philippine House Summons Officials for VP Duterte Impeachment Hearings

The House committee on justice has summoned officials from the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) and Commission on Audit (COA) to testify on Vice President Sara Duterte’s tax compliance and liquidation of confidential funds. This is part of ongoing impeachment hearings against her.

Corruption Remains Top Distrust Factor for Marcos, Duterte in Poll
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Corruption Remains Top Distrust Factor for Marcos, Duterte in Poll

A recent Pulse Asia survey indicates that corruption continues to be the primary factor influencing public trust or distrust in President Marcos, while Vice President Sara Duterte maintains trust due to perceived governance ability despite alleged involvement in issues.

Duterte’s drug war faces judgement at the ICC
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Duterte’s drug war faces judgement at the ICC

Victims of the Philippines’ drug war are seeing a path to justice as Duterte faces judgment at the ICC, with coordinated Facebook posts by supporters attempting to discredit drug war victims during the ICC pre-trial hearings.

Palace: VP Duterte may have breached trust over Middle East alerts
Politicsinquirer27d ago

Palace: VP Duterte may have breached trust over Middle East alerts

MANILA, Philippines — Palace Press Officer Claire Castro said on Thursday that Vice President Sara Duterte may have committed a “breach of public trust” if she had not alerted the government about the potential fallout from the Middle East conflict. This statement came in response to Duterte’s criticism of the Marcos administration’s alleged lack of preparation for

South Korean President Pledges Gender Equality on International Women's Day
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South Korean President Pledges Gender Equality on International Women's Day

President Lee Jae Myung pledged to advance gender equality and foster a more inclusive society on International Women's Day, committing to fulfill his role in making South Korea a gender-equal nation.

NUP flip-flops anew on VP impeach raps
Politicsphilstar1mo ago

NUP flip-flops anew on VP impeach raps

The National Unity Party has once again changed its tune on the ongoing impeachment case of Vice President Sara Duterte, backing out from its “conscience vote” and returning to its initial call for “new evidence.”

VP Duterte’s appearance in House impeachment hearings optional — solon
Politicsinquirer1mo ago

VP Duterte’s appearance in House impeachment hearings optional — solon

MANILA, Philippines — The appearance of Vice President Sara Duterte in the House hearings on impeachment complaints against her is only optional, according to justice panel chair Batangas 2nd District Rep. Gerville Luistro. Both complaints against Duterte were already found to be sufficient in form and substance since Wednesday. On Thursday, the House committee on

Sara hits critics’ ‘silence’on cash  deliveries to pols
Politicsphilstar1mo ago

Sara hits critics’ ‘silence’on cash deliveries to pols

Vice President Sara Duterte yesterday questioned the “deafening silence” of civil society groups, the Church and lawmakers to allegations raised by 18 men who claimed to be former Marines, that they delivered suitcases containing billions of pesos to certain politicians.

Philippines advances Sara Duterte impeachment case, but ‘this is not a cakewalk’
PoliticsSCMP1mo ago

Philippines advances Sara Duterte impeachment case, but ‘this is not a cakewalk’

Philippine lawmakers have moved two impeachment complaints against Vice-President Sara Duterte-Carpio a step closer to formal proceedings, advancing a case that could ultimately threaten her political future as a potential contender for the presidency in 2028. The drawn-out process also carries political risks for both camps, with some lawmakers arguing that a failed Senate conviction could ultimately strengthen Duterte-Carpio ahead of the 2028 race. The House of Representatives’ justice...

Palace chides Suntay for downplaying Duterte’s death threats vs Marcos
Politicsinquirer1mo ago

Palace chides Suntay for downplaying Duterte’s death threats vs Marcos

MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang on Wednesday chided Quezon City Rep. Bong Suntay for claiming that Vice President Sara Duterte’s remarks that she had hired a hitman to kill President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos  and former Speaker Martin Romualdez were not actual threats. In a briefing on Palace press officer Claire Castro said any

‘Duterte beaming with pride for Sara’
Politicsphilstar1mo ago

‘Duterte beaming with pride for Sara’

Detained former president Rodrigo Duterte was “beaming with pride, but also feels for” Vice President Sara Duterte after she declared her presidential bid in 2028, according to her sister Veronica Duterte.

Traumatized? Chua says first impeach rap set aside to avoid issues
Politicsinquirer1mo ago

Traumatized? Chua says first impeach rap set aside to avoid issues

MANILA, Philippines — Manila Rep. Joel Chua clarified that they are not against the complainants who filed the first impeachment case against Vice President Sara Duterte, explaining that setting aside their petition was a prudent step after their unsuccessful bid in the 19th Congress. At Monday’s House Committee on Justice hearing, Chua told Makabayan bloc members

House to scrutinize Madriaga testimony
Politicsinquirer1mo ago

House to scrutinize Madriaga testimony

Bicol Saro Rep. Terry Ridon on Sunday said the House of Representatives would coordinate with the court, as well as the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP), to ensure the safety and attendance of detained witness Ramil Madriaga in the impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte. Ridon, who chairs the House committee on

NUP to allow conscience vote on VP Sara’s impeachment
Politicsphilstar1mo ago

NUP to allow conscience vote on VP Sara’s impeachment

Members of the National Unity Party (NUP) will most likely exercise a conscience vote in the impeachment case against Vice President Sara Duterte, House deputy speaker and Antipolo City Rep. Ronnie Puno said on Thursday, denying claims that they are daunted by Duterte’s announcement of her presidential bid.

VP Duterte distributes relief packs in flood-hit areas in Surigao Sur
Politicsinquirer1mo ago

VP Duterte distributes relief packs in flood-hit areas in Surigao Sur

TANDAG, SURIGAO DEL SUR – Vice President Sara Duterte visited the towns of Lanuza and Cortes, and Tandag City in Surigao del Sur province on Tuesday, February 24, to distribute relief assistance to families affected by Tropical Storm Basyang. The relief distribution, conducted by the Office of the Vice President (OVP), provided essential supplies to

NUP unlikely to support Sara impeachment
Politicsphilstar1mo ago

NUP unlikely to support Sara impeachment

In the absence of “new evidence,” the second biggest political party in the House of Representatives will not vote in favor of the impeachment of Vice President Sara Duterte.

House to tackle Sara Duterte impeach raps on March 2
Politicsinquirer1mo ago

House to tackle Sara Duterte impeach raps on March 2

MANILA, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte will be given a chance to respond to the impeachment complaints against her, but it will be her prerogative whether to appear at the House of Representatives, Batangas Rep. Gerville Luistro said on Tuesday. The House committee on justice chaired by Luistro is set to deliberate on the

Palace denies Roque claim Marcos wants truce with VP Duterte: Lies!
Politicsinquirer1mo ago

Palace denies Roque claim Marcos wants truce with VP Duterte: Lies!

MANILA, Philippines — Palace Press Officer Claire Castro on Tuesday dismissed claims made by Harry Roque that President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. supposedly wants to reconcile with Vice President Sara Duterte. In a Viber message to reporters, Castro described Roque’s statements as fabricated. READ: Marcos to see if Feb. 25 can be declared non-working holiday each

Sara impeachment formally initiated at House
Politicsphilstar1mo ago

Sara impeachment formally initiated at House

The House of Representatives has formally initiated the impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte, after the four verified complaints against her were forwarded yesterday to the committee on justice for proper deliberation.

Ortega maintains independence in endorsement of Sara Duterte impeachment
Worldinquirer1mo ago

Ortega maintains independence in endorsement of Sara Duterte impeachment

MANILA, Philippines — House of Representatives Deputy Speaker Paolo Ortega V has countered Navotas Rep. Toby Tiangco’s claims that he was merely directed to endorse impeachment complaints against Vice President Sara Duterte, saying that he made this decision out of his own volition. Ortega, in an ambush interview on Monday at the Batasang Pambansa complex said

Salceda finds Sara Duterte’s move ‘a misguided gamble’
Politicsinquirer1mo ago

Salceda finds Sara Duterte’s move ‘a misguided gamble’

Vice President Sara Duterte’s announcement of her presidential bid in 2028 was not only too early in the game, as many of her critics saw it. For one political observer, “it leaves a bad taste in the mouth.” “I once worked with her (Duterte), but this time around, I think it isn’t OA (overacting) to

Philippine House to Proceed with Sara Duterte Impeachment Hearings
Worldinquirerphilstar9d ago2 sources

Philippine House to Proceed with Sara Duterte Impeachment Hearings

The House of Representatives will continue its impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte next month, despite a petition filed before the Supreme Court, with lawmakers commenting on the credibility of witnesses as the hearing is anticipated to conclude by the end of May.

Philippine Ombudsman to Release VP Sara Duterte's SALN
Worldinquirer14d ago

Philippine Ombudsman to Release VP Sara Duterte's SALN

The Office of the Ombudsman in the Philippines announced its compliance with a House panel's order to release Vice President Sara Duterte’s Statement of Assets, Liabilities, and Net Worth (SALN). The Ombudsman stated that even a simple request would suffice for the release.

‘Corruption in judiciary’ row: SC directs Centre, states, varsities to dissociate with team that drafted NCERT Class 8 textbook
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‘Corruption in judiciary’ row: SC directs Centre, states, varsities to dissociate with team that drafted NCERT Class 8 textbook

The Supreme Court criticized authors of a withdrawn Class 8 textbook chapter for misrepresenting the judiciary, barring their future involvement and directing the Centre, states, and universities to dissociate from the team that drafted the controversial NCERT textbook chapter on judicial…

Solons split on Sara Duterte lawyers as impeachment witnesses
Politicsinquirer28d ago

Solons split on Sara Duterte lawyers as impeachment witnesses

MANILA, Philippines — Lawmakers have given different views on concerns that Vice President Sara Duterte’s lawyers can be potential key witnesses in impeachment hearings against her, with one noting that it should not be an issue. In an online interview on Thursday, Marikina Rep. Miro Quimbo — a lawyer and a member of the prosecution team

Terry Ridon warns: 2 Duterte lawyers could become witnesses
Politicsinquirer28d ago

Terry Ridon warns: 2 Duterte lawyers could become witnesses

MANILA, Philippines — There may be a potential conflict of interest for Vice President Sara Duterte’s defense panel for the impeachment hearing as two of her lawyers may be potential witnesses, Bicol Saro party-list Rep. Terry Ridon said. Ridon on Wednesday showed to reporters a copy of the Duterte camp’s entry of appearance for the impeachment

Solon slams Sara Duterte over secret funds remark
Politicsinquirer1mo ago

Solon slams Sara Duterte over secret funds remark

MANILA, Philippines – “Talagang nabubuhay sa sariling mundo ng guni-guni itong si VP Sara Duterte.” (VP Sara Duterte is truly living in her own fantasy world.) ACT Teachers Party-list Rep. Antonio Tinio made the remark on Sunday after Vice President Sara Duterte accused members of the House of Representatives of using as a political weapon

‘Sara impeach proceedings may begin early’
Politicsphilstar1mo ago

‘Sara impeach proceedings may begin early’

The House committee on justice will move its scheduled hearing on the impeachment complaints against Vice President Sara Duterte to an earlier date if she fails to comment on the cases within 10 days.

Madriaga needs more protection amid reported intimidation – De Lima
Worldinquirer1mo ago

Madriaga needs more protection amid reported intimidation – De Lima

MANILA, Philippines — Ramil Madriaga, Vice President Sara Duterte’s alleged former bagman, should be given more protection amid supposed acts of intimidation against him, Mamamayang Liberal party-list Rep. Leila de Lima said on Wednesday. De Lima made the call after Madriaga’s counsel claimed that his client faced a threat to his life while detained at

Peasants, workers protest new fuel price hike
Politicsinquirer1mo ago

Peasants, workers protest new fuel price hike

MANILA, Philippines—Rural groups led by peasant group Anakpawis staged a protest at a gasoline station in Quezon City on Tuesday, March 3, as fuel prices rose for the ninth straight week, accusing oil firms of using the escalating Middle East conflict to justify higher pump prices. In a statement, the group warned that oil companies

Impeachment case vs Sara Duterte to be further consolidated
Politicsinquirerphilstar1mo ago2 sources

Impeachment case vs Sara Duterte to be further consolidated

Civil society leaders and clergy who filed the second impeachment complaint against Vice President Sara Duterte will formally withdraw their case today, saying they will now give their “full support” to the third complaint. “We believe that the impeachment process must proceed at the earliest possible time, free from procedural limbo and unnecessary legal delays

Castro agrees with Sara Duterte anew: Better if you didn’t run for VP
Politicsinquirer1mo ago

Castro agrees with Sara Duterte anew: Better if you didn’t run for VP

MANILA, Philippines — Palace press officer and Undersecretary Claire Castro has agreed again with Vice President Sara Duterte — this time, that it may have been better if the latter refrained from running for the country’s second-highest elective post. In a press briefing on Friday, Castro was asked about Duterte’s reflection during a speech in Davao

Sara Duterte says Co’s 18 ‘bagmen’ must ‘not be sidelined, dismissed’
Politicsinquirer1mo ago

Sara Duterte says Co’s 18 ‘bagmen’ must ‘not be sidelined, dismissed’

MANILA, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte on Thursday hailed the 18 former Marines who acted as alleged bagmen of resigned Ako Bicol Rep. Elizaldy Co, and said that this only “proved” initial information that the government had been coordinating with the International Criminal Court (ICC). The vice president also said that the revelations by

Sara: Standing firm is EDSA’s true spirit
Politicsphilstar1mo ago

Sara: Standing firm is EDSA’s true spirit

Vice President Sara Duterte said that “to stand firm in the face of threats, harassment” is the true spirit of EDSA people power following the commemoration of its 40th anniversary last Wednesday.

NUP unlikely to support Sara Duterte’s impeachment
Politics1mo ago

NUP unlikely to support Sara Duterte’s impeachment

MANILA, Philippines — The National Unity Party (NUP) has admitted leaning towards not voting for the impeachment of Vice President Sara Duterte, as they supposedly have not seen any new evidence presented in the four complaints filed against the country’s second-highest official. In a statement late Wednesday night, NUP said that they have taken note of

VP impeachment initiated; raps now with House justice panel
Politicsinquirerphilstar1mo ago2 sources

VP impeachment initiated; raps now with House justice panel

MANILA, Philippines — The impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte have been formally initiated on Monday as the House of Representatives’ committee on rules sent the four complaints to the committee on justice. The complaints were officially included in the Order of Business of Monday’s plenary session, as its presiding officer, Deputy Speaker Ferjenel

Impeachment initiated: Raps vs Duterte sent to House justice panel
PoliticsRapplerinquirer1mo ago2 sources

Impeachment initiated: Raps vs Duterte sent to House justice panel

MANILA, Philippines — The impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte have been formally initiated as the House of Representatives’ committee on rules on Monday sent the four raps to the committee on justice. During the plenary session on Monday, the four impeachment complaints were officially included in the Order of Business.  Thereafter, Deputy Speaker Ferjenel

Bam Aquino pivots from 2028 VP talk to addressing classroom backlog
Politicsinquirer1mo ago

Bam Aquino pivots from 2028 VP talk to addressing classroom backlog

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — Sen. Paolo Benigno ‘Bam’ Aquino IV has firmly shut down speculations of a 2028 vice-presidential run alongside embattled Vice President Sara Duterte, stating that the government must prioritize the country’s urgent educational and economic crises over premature politicking. Rumors of a potential tandem between Duterte and Aquino began circulating after

House plenary set to tackle impeach raps vs VP
Politicsphilstar1mo ago

House plenary set to tackle impeach raps vs VP

The four impeachment complaints against Vice President Sara Duterte are expected to be referred to the House of Representatives’ committee on justice anytime this week, following their transmittal to the office of Speaker Faustino Dy III.