Obedience, not crime: Why prosecuting Recto would criminalize governance

Obedience, not crime: Why prosecuting Recto would criminalize governance

The Supreme Court has spoken. The law was followed. Yet here we are—watching a calculated exercise in outrage attempt to criminalize compliance. The recent plunder complaint against Finance Secretary Ralph G. Recto for the PhilHealth fund transfer is not just weak on the law; it is institutionally reckless. It treats the highest court’s clearly reasoned conclusions as optional footnotes, preferring political theater to constitutional substance. Several justices went out of their way to address criminal culpability—and their consensus is unmistakable. Secretary Recto acted under the express mandate of the 2024 General Appropriations Act. He performed a ministerial duty, relying on […]... Keep on reading: Obedience, not crime: Why prosecuting Recto would criminalize governance

Senate finance committee chairman Win Gatchalian acknowledged the need to move the signing of the 2026 budget to Jan. 5 to give Malcanang sufficient time to study the measure, which is set to be formally transmitted by Congress on Dec. 29.

Senate finance committee chairman Win Gatchalian acknowledged the need to move the signing of the 2026 budget to Jan. 5 to give Malcanang sufficient time to study the measure, which is set to be formally transmitted by Congress on Dec. 29.

Senate finance committee chairman Win Gatchalian acknowledged the need to move the signing of the 2026 budget to Jan. 5 to give Malcanang sufficient time to study the measure, which is set to be formally transmitted by Congress on Dec. 29.

NBA: Kawhi Leonard's 41-point game powers Clippers past Rockets

NBA: Kawhi Leonard's 41-point game powers Clippers past Rockets

LOS ANGELES — Kawhi Leonard scored 41 points and James Harden added 29 as the Los Angeles Clippers beat the Houston Rockets 128-108 in the NBA on Tuesday night. Leonard shot 16 for 23 from the field and 4 for 5 from long distance as the Clippers won consecutive games for just the second time this season. Los Angeles was coming off a 103-88 win over the Lakers on Saturday that snapped a five-game skid. The Clippers also won consecutive games Oct. 24-26, against Phoenix and Portland. READ: NBA: Clippers dominate Lakers to snap 5-game skid Harden, who shot 7 […]... Keep on reading: NBA: Kawhi Leonard's 41-point game powers Clippers past Rockets

ARE YOU HEADING TO CINEMAS THIS CHRISTMAS DAY?

From star-studded dramas to horror classics and fresh stories, the Metro Manila Film Festival returns with 8 official entries this 2025.

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ARE YOU HEADING TO CINEMAS THIS CHRISTMAS DAY? From star-studded dramas to horror classics and fresh stories, the Metro Manila Film Festival returns with 8 official entries this 2025. Tell us your pick in the comments More about each entries:

ARE YOU HEADING TO CINEMAS THIS CHRISTMAS DAY? From star-studded dramas to horror classics and fresh stories, the Metro Manila Film Festival returns with 8 official entries this 2025. Tell us your pick in the comments More about each entries:

PCG: More than 132,000 passengers recorded at all ports on Christmas Eve

PCG: More than 132,000 passengers recorded at all ports on Christmas Eve

MANILA, Philippines — With many Filipinos rushing to celebrate the holidays with their families, the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) recorded over 132,000 passengers in all ports nationwide on Christmas Eve.  In a situational report from 6 a.m. to 12 p.m., the PCG said that there were 66,254 outbound passengers and 65,068 inbound passengers. Coast Guard personnel also inspected 500 vessels in 16 PCG districts “to ensure safe and efficient travel.” READ: Zubiri blames China envoy for ‘blacklisting’ miscue With this, the PCG said that all of its districts, stations, and sub-stations are on heightened alert from December 20, 2025 to […]... Keep on reading: PCG: More than 132,000 passengers recorded at all ports on Christmas Eve

Signing of GAA in January a prudent course of action — senators

Signing of GAA in January a prudent course of action — senators

MANILA, Philippines — Some senators believe that moving the signing of the P6.793-trillion budget for 2026 to the first week of January is the prudent course of action to ensure that every provision of the measure is thoroughly reviewed. Executive Secretary Ralph Recto was quoted as saying on Wednesday said that President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.  is set to sign the 2026 General Appropriations Act (GAA) on January 5, meaning a reenacted budget for a few days. “A briefly reenacted 2025 budget would be preferable to rushing the passage of the 2026 version only to find it unresponsive to the needs […]... Keep on reading: Signing of GAA in January a prudent course of action — senators

Fast Talk with Boy Abunda: Camille Prats at VJ Yambao | (Ep. 754)

Fast Talk with Boy Abunda: Camille Prats at VJ Yambao | (Ep. 754)

Ngayong Miyerkules, makakapanayam ng King of Talk na si Boy Abunda ang mag-asawa na sina Camille Prats at VJ Yambao. Alamin ang kanilang kwento mamaya sa 'Fast Talk with Boy Abunda.' Get to know the latest updates on your favorite showbiz personalities together with 'The King of Talk' Boy Abunda in 'Fast Talk with Boy Abunda,' weekdays at 4:05 p.m. on GMA Afternoon Prime. #FastTalkwithBoyAbunda

Martha Stewart joins Snoop Dogg as minority owner of Swansea soccer club

Martha Stewart joins Snoop Dogg as minority owner of Swansea soccer club

SWANSEA, Wales — Martha Stewart has joined pal Snoop Dogg as a minority owner of Welsh soccer team Swansea. The former Premier League club, which plays in the English second division, didn’t disclose financial details in Tuesday’s announcement about the American businesswoman and media personality. Stewart, 84, was in attendance last Friday for Swansea’s 2-1 home victory over Wrexham — that other unheralded team from Wales that has made headlines through celebrity ownership. “Martha is a close friend of Snoop Dogg and she came to the Wrexham game as our guest,” owners Brett Cravatt and Jason Cohen wrote in a […]... Keep on reading: Martha Stewart joins Snoop Dogg as minority owner of Swansea soccer club

Under pressure: Filipino migrant women navigate life, work in Croatia

Under pressure: Filipino migrant women navigate life, work in Croatia

In recent years, Croatia has been facing significant demographic changes and growing labour shortages. As a result, the country increasingly relies on immigrant workers. While immigration helps maintain economic stability, it also raises important questions about the everyday lives and well-being of the immigrant workers who are now an essential part of Croatia’s workforce. The issue is not only economic, it is also deeply social and personal. A newly published study by the Croatian Institute for Migration Research (authors: Dr. Ivan Balabanic, Dr. Goran Bandov, and Dr. Iva Tadic), conducted in partnership with Philippine researcher John Paul Magalang, offers the […]... Keep on reading: Under pressure: Filipino migrant women navigate life, work in Croatia

NBA: Desmond Bane's work on both ends helps Magic beat Trail Blazers

NBA: Desmond Bane's work on both ends helps Magic beat Trail Blazers

PORTLAND, Oregon — Desmond Bane scored 23 points, Anthony Black added 22 and the Orlando Magic turned away Portland’s comeback attempt Tuesday night for a 110-106 victory over the Trail Blazers in the NBA. After trailing by 17 in the third quarter, the Blazers took a one-point lead early in the fourth before Tyus Jones answered with a 3-pointer and Wendell Carter Jr. hit a jumper for the Magic. READ: NBA: Stephen Curry’s big second half carries Warriors past Magic Shaedon Sharpe had a chance to tie it with 38.9 seconds left but made only one of two free throws, […]... Keep on reading: NBA: Desmond Bane's work on both ends helps Magic beat Trail Blazers