Authorities Explain Heavy Security in Taguig Demolition Operation The Taguig Police have explained the presence of a sniper and SWAT team during a demolition operation in Barangay Palingon, Taguig City, saying it was part of standard safety procedures and not meant to intimidate residents. The demolition took place on April 13, 2026, in the Panday … Read more
Renato Evangelista, First Mangyan Lawyer and Rights Advocate, Dies at 52 RENATO EVANGELISTA – The first Mangyan lawyer and a strong defender of Indigenous peoples’ rights has passed away at the age of 52. According to his daughter, Angelique, Evangelista passed away on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, after being confined at the National Kidney and … Read more
Is Atong Ang Still in the Philippines? JONVIC REMULLA – The Interior and Local Government Secretary reported that businessman Atong Ang, who is facing allegations linked to the missing sabungeros case, was seen in Calabarzon around two weeks ago, but authorities were unable to arrest him despite close monitoring efforts. Remulla stated that Ang is … Read more
Jonvic Remulla Meets Man Fined for Being Shirtless, Admits Mistake in Policy Enforcement JONVIC REMULLA – The Interior Secretary personally visited a man in Mandaluyong City on Wednesday after he was ticketed for being shirtless while mixing cement, an incident that sparked public attention and debate over the enforcement of the government’s “Safer Cities Initiative.” … Read more
Kiko Barzaga: ”Pinakulong ako ni Marcos” KIKO BARZAGA – The suspended Cavite representative has called for the removal of President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr., publicly accusing him of being behind his recent legal troubles and arrest. In a social media post, Barzaga claimed that he was imprisoned due to the President and alleged corruption in … Read more
Jonvic Remulla Apologizes After a Shirtless Man Mixing Cement Gets Ticketed JONVIC REMULLA – The Interior and Local Government Secretary has issued a public apology following a viral incident in Mandaluyong City involving a man who was flagged and fined by authorities for not wearing a shirt while mixing cement near his home. The situation … Read more
Manila Police District Suspends Enforcement of Shirtless Ordinance The Manila Police District has ordered the immediate suspension of arresting or penalizing individuals seen shirtless in public places across Manila. This decision came after growing public criticism that the enforcement of the ordinance seemed unfair, especially toward low-income individuals who may not have easy access to … Read more
Super Typhoon Sinlaku Unlikely to Enter PAR, Says PAGASA PAGASA – The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration is currently monitoring Super Typhoon Sinlaku, although it is not expected to directly affect the Philippines. As of early morning on April 13, 2026, the typhoon was located about 2,580 kilometers east of the Visayas, with … Read more
₱1 Rollback Too Small? Valeriano Speaks Out on Fuel Prices ROLANDO VALERIANO – The Manila representative criticized oil companies over what he described as an unfair fuel price rollback, calling it misleading and unfavorable to consumers. He pointed out that while fuel prices had increased significantly in recent weeks—rising by around ₱15 to ₱18—companies only … Read more
Gloria Macapagal Arroyo Rejects Rumors of a Move to Replace House Speaker Bojie Dy GLORIA MACAPAGAL ARROYO – The former President and current Pampanga Representative has denied reports claiming that she planned to replace House Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III in the leadership of the House of Representatives. Arroyo strongly rejected the allegations, saying there … Read more