MANILA, Philippines—When he called today’s kids “weak,” it was not just an opinion but a reality supported by studies and records, according to Sen. Robin Padilla. Padilla took to Facebook to explain his remark during Wednesday’s hearing of the Senate committee on public information and mass media on various measures regarding children’s safety on social media. READ: Robin Padilla to kids today: Sorry, you are weak “As the chairman of the Committee on Public Information and Mass Media, it is my mandate to be truthful to the people and not be plastic or pretentious in what I say, because that […]... Keep on reading: Robin Padilla: 'Kids are weak’ remark based on suicide data

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MANILA, Philippines — A regional trial court in San Pablo City, Laguna has issued a third arrest warrant against businessman Charlie “Atong” Ang in connection with the disappearance of dozens of cockfighting enthusiasts or sabungeros. In an order dated February 6, the San Pablo City Regional Trial Court Branch 29 ordered the arrest of Ang and five others for kidnapping and serious illegal detention. The offenses are non-bailable. Also named in the warrant were Ryan Jay Orapa, Alfredo Uy Andres, Philip Simborio Almendilla, Joey Natanauan Encarnacion, and Aaron Ezrah Lagahit Cabillan. The latest warrant adds to earlier arrest orders issued by other courts in Calabarzon. On January 13, the Sta. Cruz, Laguna RTC Branch 26 first ordered Ang’s arrest for the same case, followed by a warrant from the Lipa City RTC in Batangas on January 15. The charges stem from complaints filed by the families of missing sabungeros on August 1, 2025, over the disappearance of 34 cockfighting enthusiasts between 2021 and 2022. Ang has remained at large since the first warrants were issued.

• The Manila Times
• 2 gün, 56 dakika

RANKED 120TH OUT OF 182 IN CORRUPTION Mirroring trends observed in other parts of the world, perceived levels of public sector corruption in the Philippines worsened in 2025, coinciding with the widespread scandal surrounding flood control projects. Read:

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MANILA, Philippines — Members of the Filipinos Do Not Yield (FDNY) Movement and several allied organizations marched to the Senate on Thursday to stage a lightning rally to express support for the chamber’s adoption of Senate Resolution No. 37, which condemned what lawmakers described as unacceptable actions and statements by the Chinese Embassy against Philippine officials and institutions. The protest action aimed to affirm public backing for the Senate’s position on the West Philippine Sea and to denounce what they described as improper conduct by China’s ambassador to the Philippines. Protesters carried placards and chanted slogans defending the country’s maritime claims. FDNY spokesman and co-convenor Giselle Albano said the rally was held to support the passage of Senate Resolution No. 37, which condemned the Chinese embassy's alleged remarks and actions against Philippine officials and government institutions. The activity was organized by the FDNY Movement and joined by the Alyansa Bantay Kapayapaan at Demokrasya, Liga Independencia ng Pilipinas Youth, PADER, Kabataang Artista, Manunulat, at Mananayaw para sa Sining at Kultura, Alyansa ng Kabataan sa Komunidad, Liga ng Magkakapitbahay sa Parola Binondo, Cavite Volunteers and Runners for WPS, Katipunan ng Responsableng Maralita para sa Bayan, BBM Calamba Warriors, and several groups identifying themselves as loyalists. Albano said the gathering was meant to symbolically thank the Senate for approving the resolution and to show unity among citizens in defending national sovereignty.

• The Manila Times
• 2 gün, 58 dakika

JUST IN: 20 MILLION NA! Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla says bounty for any information leading to arrest of Charlie "Atong" Ang now at P20 million. | via STAR/@manueltupas

• Philstar.com
• 2 gün, 1 saat, 1 dakika

From Hotel 88 to PBB Hotel: Abangan ang pagdayo ng ex-housemates na sina Kira Balinger at Xyriel Manabat sa Bahay Ni Kuya!

• GMA Network
• 2 gün, 1 saat, 4 dakika

MILAN — One of the recurring issues during the opening week of the figure skating program at the Milan Cortina Olympics has been copyright problems, which have forced some athletes to scramble for approval and others to ditch their planned programs entirely. Spanish skater Tomas-Llorenc Guarino Sabate made headlines last week while working feverishly to obtain approval to use music from the animated film “Minions.” He eventually got it on Friday, allowing him to perform his short program Tuesday night. READ: Winter Olympics 2026 guide: All you need to know Russian skater Petr Gumennik wasn’t so fortunate. He had to […]... Keep on reading: Winter Olympics: Copyright problems plaguing figure skating

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MANILA, Philippines — Three individuals accused of recruiting and trafficking Filipinos for work in Cambodia have been arrested, the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) said on Thursday. The arrest was made on February 5 after eight repatriated victims from Cambodia reported that they had been lured into a high-paying job as customer service representatives, the NBI reported. Four of the victims positively identified the recruiters who allegedly exploited them for fraudulent work overseas. The NBI found that the recruiters had no license to recruit for overseas employment, and a counterfeit immigration stamp was found on one of the suspects’ passports. […]... Keep on reading: NBI arrests 3 for illegal recruitment, trafficking to Cambodia

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Break muna si Richard Yap mula sa romantic comedies para sa 'Never Say Die.'

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• 2 gün, 1 saat, 9 dakika

E-COMMERCE GIANT LEADS MANDALUYONG’S REVENUE BOOST Companies linked to e-commerce platform Shopee dominated Mandaluyong City’s roster of top taxpayers, with Shopee Philippines Inc. and SPX Philippines Inc. taking the top two spots. In a statement on February 10, Mayor Menchie

• Philstar.com
• 2 gün, 1 saat, 11 dakika

CHINA TO PH: LET DFA TAKE THE LEAD IN MANAGING DIFFERENCES UPDATE: China calls on the Philippines to speak with one and constructive voice led by the Department of Foreign Affairs. Beijing says the DFA should play a constructive role in resolving issues. In an earlier

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CARMONA, Cavite — Crafting the final version of the anti-political dynasty bill would have to entail thorough talks and exchanges with the public as they are primary stakeholders in this topic, House of Representatives Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III said on Thursday. Dy, in a video statement shown during the first leg of the House committee on suffrage and electoral reforms’ public consultations here, said that he is committed to an “open and honest public dialogue” on the proposals to ban political dynasties. According to Dy, the House intends to pass the anti-dynasty bill, but they believe the proposal would be […]... Keep on reading: Dy: Anti-dynasty bill should be crafted through talks, exchange

• Inquirer
• 2 gün, 1 saat, 15 dakika

MANILA, Philippines — The third Trillion Peso March would be held at Edsa Shrine on Feb. 25 to mark the 40th anniversary of the Edsa People Power Revolution. This is according to the Church and civil society groups on Wednesday. Caritas Philippines, Buhay ang People Power Campaign Network (BAPP) and Simbahan at Komunidad Laban sa Katiwalian, organized the march meant to center on three pillars—celebrating the past, acting in the present, and working toward the future. In a briefing, Caritas executive director Fr. Tito Caluag noted the “tumultuous year” experienced by the country due to the flood control scandal, which […]... Keep on reading: 3rd Trillion Peso March: Church, civil society to hold it on Feb. 25

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Sparkle drama actress Ashley Ortega turns her love of scented candles into a viable business. Learn more about her CEO journey HERE.

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SB19 has dropped Simula At Wakas: Kickoff Concert Album, and it’s less “souvenir for people who were there” and more “formal documentation of a group operating at full power.” READ:

• Manila Bulletin News
• 2 gün, 1 saat, 19 dakika

HONG KONG, China — Most equities rose Thursday as investors cheered a bumper US jobs report that eased concerns about the state of the world’s top economy, even as they pared back their bets on Federal Reserve interest rate cuts. The gains were again led by Seoul’s Kospi index, the world’s best performer this year thanks to a surge in chipmakers Samsung and SK hynix as traders turn to the region’s AI plays. Asia’s recent healthy run comes amid a turn from Wall Street titans caused by concerns about extended valuations of firms such as Microsoft and Meta. A diversification […]... Keep on reading: Most Asia markets rise as traders welcome US jobs

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