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Escudero seeks full transparency, complete accounting of disaster relief and donations

MANILA, Philippines — Senator Francis “Chiz” Escudero has filed a measure requiring full disclosure and strict monitoring of all donations and aid received by...

Typhoon ‘Uwan’ cuts power to 2.9 million residents, NEA reports

MANILA, Philippines — Nearly 2.9 million residents and consumers remain without electricity after Super Typhoon “Uwan” battered several regions, the National Electrification Administration (NEA)...

Senate bill seeks moratorium on rent payments, evictions during disasters

A measure seeking to stop the eviction of tenants and suspend rent payments during periods of national emergencies or calamities is now under consideration...

132 areas still flooded as Typhoon Uwan’s effects linger — NDRRMC

MANILA, Philippines — Flooding persists in 132 areas across three regions as heavy rains from Typhoon Uwan (international name: Fung-Wong) continue to impact communities,...

FPRRD found to have ‘cognitive impairment,’ defense tells ICC

FORMER President Rodrigo Duterte has been found to suffer from cognitive impairment, according to his defense team’s submission before the International Criminal Court (ICC). In...

Visayas power supply down after quake; NGCP issues ‘Yellow Alert’

THE National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) placed the Visayas grid under yellow alert on Wednesday after 27 power plants tripped due to...

Influencers Face Estafa Charges Over Endorsement of Illegal Online Gambling

Influencers who continue to promote illegal online gambling may face charges of syndicated or large-scale estafa, according to the Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center...

DICT Warns of Possible Facebook Suspension in PH Over Deepfakes and Fake News

The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) is considering a temporary suspension of Facebook operations in the Philippines due to the continued spread...

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ICC rejects Duterte camp bid to access medical experts’ communications

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THE Bureau of Customs (BOC) is working to release...