Philippines Headlines
Wed, 3 Dec 2025 17:08:00 +0800Rights groups urged DOJ: Free political prisoners
Human rights groups Karapatan and prisoners' rights group Samahan ng mga Ex-Detainee Laban sa Detensyon at Aresto held a protest at the Department of Justice to demand the release of political prisoners.
Wed, 3 Dec 2025 16:24:00 +0800ICI recommends plunder raps vs Bong Revilla; case buildup underway for Chiz, others
The Independent Commission for Infrastructure on Wednesday, December 3, unveiled a fresh set of case recommendations for several officials, including former senator Bong Revilla Jr. and alleged bagman Maynard Ngu.
Wed, 3 Dec 2025 15:43:00 +0800Flood control scandal backfires as Marcos ratings hit new low
Despite ordering an investigation into corruption-tainted flood control projects, President Bongbong Marcos continues to face an erosion of public support. A new survey shows his performance ratings plunging to levels last seen during the Arroyo admi...
Wed, 3 Dec 2025 15:36:00 +0800Babes Singson resigns from ICI
Former Department of Public Works and Highways secretary Babes Singson has resigned from the Independent Commission for Infrastructure, according to chair Andres Reyes on Wednesday, December 3.
Wed, 3 Dec 2025 13:40:00 +0800Romulo seeks executive session at ICI, cites threat to his life
Rep. Roman Romulo asks the ICI for an executive session, saying public testimony could put his life at risk.
Wed, 3 Dec 2025 13:21:00 +0800P180 billion lost to ghost flood control projects since 2016 — Lacson
Sen. Ping Lacson says up to P180 billion may have gone to ghost flood control projects based on Senate estimates.
Wed, 3 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0800PAGASA: LPA outside PAR likely to become tropical depression
As of 8 a.m. on Wednesday, December 3, PAGASA said that the LPA is estimated to be at 1,190 kilometers east of southeastern Luzon.
Wed, 3 Dec 2025 10:48:00 +0800WATCH: Marcos not part of Barzaga’s issues, says Palace
Malacañang rejected claims that President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. had a hand in the 60-day suspension of Rep. Kiko Barzaga.
Wed, 3 Dec 2025 08:53:00 +0800Honey Lacuna's sister sues Isko Moreno, allies for Liga ouster
Leilani Lacuna filed graft and usurpation complaints against Mayor Isko Moreno over her removal as Liga ng mga Barangay president.
Wed, 3 Dec 2025 08:41:00 +0800Want scandal-hit lawmakers suspended? File complaint first, says ethics chair
Rep. JC Abalos says the House ethics panel is ready to probe lawmakers linked to the flood-control scandal — but can’t act until formal complaints are filed.