MANILA – The government is doing its best to help cushion the impact of higher oil prices on domestic fuel and electricity prices amidst the renewed military exchanges in the Middle East. Data released by the Department of Energy (DOE) showed that starting Tuesday this week, gasoline prices will increase by …
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In this picture taken on September 20, 2023, flag of member nations of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations’ (ASEAN) flags are displayed at a naval base during the ASEAN Solidarity Exercise Natuna 2023 in Batam in the Riau Islands province (AFP / Bay Ismoyo) MANILA, Philippines — Amidst the …
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(AFP) The National Task Force for the West Philippine Sea (NTF-WPS) on Monday, July 20, condemned China Coast Guard’s (CCG) alleged violent assault against a Philippine Navy sailor near BRP Sierra Madre at Ayungin Shoal, saying the incident further raises tensions in the disputed waters. In a statement, the NTF-WPS …
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Atty. Benjamin Tolosa Jr. (left) and Rep. Zia Alonto Adiong explain the House prosecution’s points in the impeachment trial during a press conference on Monday. (Lino Santos) The House prosecution panel on Monday urged the Senate impeachment court to focus on the evidence to be presented by National Bureau of …
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These images released by the Armed Forces of the Philippines on July 20, 2026 show China Coast Guard personnel assaulting a group of Philippine Navy sailors during a routine patrol at the Ayungin Shoal in the West Philippine Sea, resulting in the head injury of one of the Filipino servicemen. …
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SEANWFZ COMMISSION. Department of Foreign Affairs Secretary Ma. Theresa Lazaro delivers the opening statement during the meeting of the Southeast Asia Nuclear Weapon-Free Zone Commission at the Philippine International Convention Center in Pasay City on Monday (July 20, 2026). The meeting brings together ASEAN foreign ministers to discuss regional cooperation …
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Leyte 1st district Rep. Martin Romualdez (left), former Ako Bicol Party-list Rep. Zaldy Co (PPAB) The Office of the Ombudsman (OMB) will file two separate complaints for preliminary investigation against former House speaker Martin Romualdez, former lawmaker Elizaldy Co for alleged plunder and violations of the Anti-Money Laundering Act in …
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Secretary Vince Dizon (STAR / Miguel De Guzman) MANILA, Philippines — Breaking his silence after a two-week leave of absence, Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon declared that his conscience is clear and he was not bothered by a renewed probe by the Office of the Ombudsman on alleged irregularities in …
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The Senate convenes as an impeachment court for the opening of the trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, July 6, 2026 (Senate PRIB) MANILA, Philippines — With the aim of speeding up the trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, senators of the impeachment court are looking to tighten proceedings by …
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Fr. Robert Reyes (center) with some members of the Kingdom Keepers coalition during a protest rally on July 5. (Courtesy: Mata: Asia Press Photo on FB) A coalition of Catholic, Evangelical and mainline Protestant groups on Sunday urged the Senate impeachment court to grant the House prosecution panel’s request to …
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