Senate seeks to address classroom shortage

Senate seeks to address classroom shortage

MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Raffy Tulfo called for the implementation of stricter parameters and clearer guidelines in addressing classroom congestion. “We can no longer afford to incur unreasonable delays, sub-standard construction, and the awarding of projects to unqualified contractors,” he said during the Committee on Basic Education public hearing to discuss Senate Resolution No. 252 or the Private-Public Partnerships (PPP) on Monday. “Non-performing private companies should be blacklisted, like BF Corporation which was involved during the Public-Private Partnership for School Infrastructure Project Phase I (PSIP) project. This is the same company in the consortium which contract the DOTR would terminate for the construction […]... Keep on reading: Senate seeks to address classroom shortage

Third impeachment vs Sara Duterte filed at House

Third impeachment vs Sara Duterte filed at House

MANILA, Philippines — Another impeachment complaint against Vice President Sara Duterte has been filed before the House of Representatives, putting the total number of petitions submitted to three. Members of the clergy along with some members of the Integrated Bar of the Philippines led by lawyer Armando Ligutan went to the office of House Secretary General Cheloy Garafil on Monday to file their 98-page complaint against Duterte. The complaint was endorsed by Mamamayang Liberal party-list Rep. Leila de Lima. Six grounds for impeachment were identified: Ligutan and the other complainants also went to the House last December 2024, and was also […]... Keep on reading: Third impeachment vs Sara Duterte filed at House

NO MORE IMPEACHMENT COMPLAINTS VS. MARCOS UNTIL JAN. 27, 2027 

The one-year rule on impeachment complaints against President Bongbong Marcos took effect on Jan. 26, meaning no new impeachment complaints can be filed against him until Jan. 27 next year, according to House justice

NO MORE IMPEACHMENT COMPLAINTS VS. MARCOS UNTIL JAN. 27, 2027 The one-year rule on impeachment complaints against President Bongbong Marcos took effect on Jan. 26, meaning no new impeachment complaints can be filed against him until Jan. 27 next year, according to House justice

NO MORE IMPEACHMENT COMPLAINTS VS. MARCOS UNTIL JAN. 27, 2027 The one-year rule on impeachment complaints against President Bongbong Marcos took effect on Jan. 26, meaning no new impeachment complaints can be filed against him until Jan. 27 next year, according to House justice

2 back-riders die after van rams motorcycle in Quezon

2 back-riders die after van rams motorcycle in Quezon

LUCENA CITY – Two women died while another motorcycle rider was injured after their vehicle was struck by a van at 9:32 a.m.on Monday, Feb. 9, in Tayabas City, Quezon province. Quezon police said the motorcycle, driven by a man identified only as “Josh,” with back-riders “Jenny,” 21, and “Janelle,” 20, was hit by a Toyota HiAce commuter van along the bypass road in Barangay Lakawan. Police said both back-riders died on the spot due to severe injuries. Josh, who sustained injuries to various parts of his body, was rushed by rescuers to the Quezon Medical Center in neighboring Lucena City for […]... Keep on reading: 2 back-riders die after van rams motorcycle in Quezon

COURT ENTERS NOT GUILTY PLEA FOR REVILLA IN FLOOD CONTROL SCAM

JUST IN: Former Sen. Bong Revilla did not enter a plea in the graft charge against him in relation to the alleged non-existent P92.8-million flood control project in Bulacan.

The Sandiganbayan Fourth Division

COURT ENTERS NOT GUILTY PLEA FOR REVILLA IN FLOOD CONTROL SCAM JUST IN: Former Sen. Bong Revilla did not enter a plea in the graft charge against him in relation to the alleged non-existent P92.8-million flood control project in Bulacan. The Sandiganbayan Fourth Division

COURT ENTERS NOT GUILTY PLEA FOR REVILLA IN FLOOD CONTROL SCAM JUST IN: Former Sen. Bong Revilla did not enter a plea in the graft charge against him in relation to the alleged non-existent P92.8-million flood control project in Bulacan. The Sandiganbayan Fourth Division

Short-lived La Niña develops, to last until first quarter of 2026 — Pagasa

Short-lived La Niña develops, to last until first quarter of 2026 — Pagasa

MANILA, Philippines—The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) said on Monday that recent oceanic and atmospheric conditions indicate that La Niña has developed in the tropical Pacific. Nathaniel Servando, Pagasa chief, cited data gathered since September 2025 showing that sea surface temperatures in the central and equatorial Pacific started to decrease and further declined in November, reaching a weak La Niña threshold. “Based on the latest forecast, La Niña is likely to persist until the first quarter of 2026,” he told The Manila Times. Servando explained that weak La Niña conditions exist if a one-month sea surface temperature anomaly (SSTA) of -0.5 degree Celsius or less is observed. La Niña is usually associated with above-normal rainfall conditions in most areas of the country during the last quarter of the year and early months of the following year. With this development, higher chances of above-normal rainfall until this month are expected, which may cause floods and landslides, he said.

Which signs are the luckiest in the Year of the Fire Horse?

The forecast is in. Join us on The Sit Down as we explore the outlook for 2026 and help you navigate the high-octane energy of the new lunar year.

Stream it Feb 12 on all Manila Bulletin platforms.

Look for the CNY

Which signs are the luckiest in the Year of the Fire Horse? The forecast is in. Join us on The Sit Down as we explore the outlook for 2026 and help you navigate the high-octane energy of the new lunar year. Stream it Feb 12 on all Manila Bulletin platforms. Look for the CNY

Which signs are the luckiest in the Year of the Fire Horse? The forecast is in. Join us on The Sit Down as we explore the outlook for 2026 and help you navigate the high-octane energy of the new lunar year. Stream it Feb 12 on all Manila Bulletin platforms. Look for the CNY

CCC, GGGI renew partnership to drive PH green growth and climate resilience

CCC, GGGI renew partnership to drive PH green growth and climate resilience

The Climate Change Commission (CCC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI), further strengthening a partnership that aims to advance climate resilience and promote green growth in the Philippines. Recognizing that the climate crisis demands a whole-of-society approach, the CCC underscored the importance of sustained collaboration with key development partners such as the GGGI. The renewed engagement reaffirms the country’s commitment to pursue science-based, inclusive, and forward-looking solutions to climate challenges. CCC Vice Chairperson and Executive Director Robert E.A. Borje highlighted the significance of the joint work between the Commission and GGGI. “This […]... Keep on reading: CCC, GGGI renew partnership to drive PH green growth and climate resilience

Vehicle rams into al fresco area of Matteo Guidicelli’s Alabang restaurant

Vehicle rams into al fresco area of Matteo Guidicelli’s Alabang restaurant

An SUV rammed into the al fresco dining area of Matteo Guidicelli‘s Italian restaurant in Westgate, Alabang on Sunday, February 8, prompting the actor to sound an alarm and close off that portion to patrons. No one was reported injured from the incident, but Guidicelli took to social media to report the damage, which was limited to the restaurant’s exterior. “At around 4:00 PM this afternoon (Feb. 8), an incident occurred where a vehicle rammed into our al fresco area. We are grateful to share that NO ONE was injured. All our guests had already left by around 1:30 PM, […]... Keep on reading: Vehicle rams into al fresco area of Matteo Guidicelli’s Alabang restaurant

MARCOS STILL TRUSTS FRASCO, HERBOSA 

WATCH: Malacañang says there are no discussions on replacing Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco and Health Secretary Ted Herbosa despite online “public dissatisfaction.”

Communications Undersecretary Claire Castro says both Cabinet

MARCOS STILL TRUSTS FRASCO, HERBOSA WATCH: Malacañang says there are no discussions on replacing Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco and Health Secretary Ted Herbosa despite online “public dissatisfaction.” Communications Undersecretary Claire Castro says both Cabinet

MARCOS STILL TRUSTS FRASCO, HERBOSA WATCH: Malacañang says there are no discussions on replacing Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco and Health Secretary Ted Herbosa despite online “public dissatisfaction.” Communications Undersecretary Claire Castro says both Cabinet

Quiet hopes pay off as Carmona mother wins P32-M in Lotto 6/42

Quiet hopes pay off as Carmona mother wins P32-M in Lotto 6/42

For nearly a decade, hope came in small doses for a 40-year-old mother from Carmona, Laguna. With no steady job, no regular income, and days spent caring for her aging parents, her life revolved around responsibility. Her quiet perseverance was rewarded on January 29, 2026, when her ticket bearing the winning combination 16–28–08–23–42–20 hit the Lotto 6/42 draw, earning P32,894,927.40 jackpot prize. She had been playing the lotto for almost ten years—but never regularly. “Minsan lang po, pag may extra lang” she would say. Only when spare change allowed.  Given the life she was dealt, her only wish was to […]... Keep on reading: Quiet hopes pay off as Carmona mother wins P32-M in Lotto 6/42

Cebu governor: Her security beefed up amid reported assassination plot

Cebu governor: Her security beefed up amid reported assassination plot

MANILA, Philippines — The security detail of Cebu Gov. Pamela Baricuatro has been beefed up by the Philippine National Police (PNP). According to the PNP on Monday,  this was amid a supposed assassination plot. Baricuatro’s assistant received the threat online last Friday in which the sender claimed a Mindanao-based hitman had already been paid P2.5 million to assassinate her, said PNP spokesperson, Brig. Gen. Randulf Tuaño, in a press briefing in Camp Crame. READ: PNP probes supposed kill plot vs Cebu governor “The PNP chief ordered the addition of more security details for the said governor. He placed two teams […]... Keep on reading: Cebu governor: Her security beefed up amid reported assassination plot