President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. led the distribution of rice and cash assistance to 2,230 beneficiaries, including farmers and fisherfolk, in Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental, as part of the Bawat Bayan Makikinabang program.

The Makabayan bloc in the Philippines is pushing for a congressional inquiry into reported attacks on transgender individuals, including a homicide, with the aim of establishing measures to penalize such hate crimes.

Senator Loren Legarda's defense regarding 'Solar Para sa Bayan' that no public funds were involved is being challenged, with critics arguing that public resources extend beyond direct treasury releases.

The Makabayan bloc in the Philippines has filed a measure proposing to increase the monthly social pension for indigent senior citizens to P2,000. Alliance of Concerned Teachers party-list Rep. Antonio Tinio announced the filing of House Bill No. 1.

Juliet Calvo, co-accused of Ako Bicol Rep. Zaldy Co, has filed an urgent motion for hospital arrest with the Sandiganbayan Sixth Division after suffering a stroke.

Former Public Works and Highways Secretary Manuel Bonoan invoked his right against self-incrimination when questioned about his pending plunder and graft case. He was testifying before the Sandiganbayan.

Department of Public Works and Highways Secretary Manuel Bonoan attended his graft arraignment after his attempt to have the case dropped was rejected. The Philippine National Police ensured his compliance with the Sandiganbayan's order to appear in court.

China intends to expand the production capacity of a mine in Bayan Obo, Inner Mongolia, by 50 percent, increasing its annual output from 10 million to 15 million tons with an investment exceeding half a billion yuan.

A fact-check report debunks claims that a lawmaker proposed the burial of slain vlogger Mima Alicia, known for supporting the Marcos administration, at the Libingan ng mga Bayani (Heroes' Cemetery).

The Ombudsman has announced plans to appeal the Sandiganbayan's decision to grant bail to former Senator Bong Revilla.

The environmental coalition Alyansa Tigil Mina (ATM) has welcomed the decision by the Sangguniang Bayan of San Fernando in Romblon province to recall its endorsement of Altai Philippines Mining Corporation's operations in Sibuyan.

Two justices from the Sandiganbayan Third Division stated they were 'not offended' by Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla's remarks, which cast doubt on their decision to grant bail to former Senator Bong Revilla.

The Sandiganbayan has rejected the bid of former Public Works Undersecretary Salvador Bonoan to be dropped from a graft case and become a state witness. He will remain a co-accused in the graft case involving former President Joseph Estrada.

The anti-graft court, Sandiganbayan, denied the Ombudsman's attempt to exclude former DPWH chief Bonoan from a flood control case, though the Ombudsman may still pursue making him a state witness.

A 30-year-old farmer surrendered to authorities in Nueva Ecija after a manhunt operation for allegedly killing a retired policeman. The suspect, identified as 'Jepoy,' yielded to police in Barangay Dulong Bayan.

Akbayan party-list Rep. Percival Cendaña criticized President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. for his statements suggesting that 'harmful influences' like porn and cancel culture lead to HIV contraction.

Uswag Ilonggo party-list Rep. Jojo Ang has posted P90,000 bail for one of his 14 graft cases in the Sandiganbayan Third Division.

The Sandiganbayan, the Philippines' anti-graft court, issued an arrest warrant for Uswag Ilonggo party-list Rep. Jojo Ang and former Sultan Kudarat Rep. Arnulfo Go, along with two co-accused. The warrant was issued by the Third Division.

Businesswoman Janet Lim-Napoles and a former Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) official have been found guilty of malversation by the Sandiganbayan in a case involving the misuse of P50 million in public funds for 'ghost' agricultural projects.

The Sandiganbayan Third Division has ordered Senator Rodante Marcoleta to explain why he should not be suspended from his position in the upper chamber in connection with his plunder case.

The national government's "Bawat Bayan Makikinabang" presidential scholarship program continued its distribution of P20,000 in educational assistance in Lucena City, Quezon Province.

Assistant Ombudsman Mico Clavano announced that former House Speaker Martin Romualdez allegedly tried to leave the Philippines despite a Sandiganbayan travel ban, as the Ombudsman prepares a plunder complaint against him.

Senator Loren Legarda is pushing for the institutionalization of the Department of Agriculture’s Kabuhayan at Kaunlaran ng Kababayang Katutubo (4K) Program, a nationwide initiative aimed at poverty reduction and empowerment for indigenous communities.

Some 250 students in Oriental Mindoro province received P20,000 each in educational assistance under the national government's "Bawat Bayan Makikinabang" presidential scholarship program.

Prosecutors have justified their motion to drop plunder and graft charges against Bonoan, stating there is no prejudice in the move. The Sandiganbayan is currently hearing the motion to remove Bonoan as an accused in the case.

Former Representative Mike Defensor and two co-accused, including Rodante Marcoleta, pleaded not guilty to plunder charges at the Sandiganbayan. They did not seek bail during their July 15 hearing.

A hearing is scheduled before the Sandiganbayan’s 2nd Division to test the immunity deal granted to Bonoan.

The Sandiganbayan delivered two legal setbacks to Senator Jinggoy Estrada, denying his request to dismiss one of his graft cases and preventing his participation in the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte.

The Sandiganbayan, the Philippines' anti-graft court, has raised questions regarding visits by VIPs to a patient identified as Marcoleta, who is reportedly in hospital isolation due to a contagious disease.

The Sandiganbayan has issued an arrest warrant and a hold departure order for Senator Rodante Marcoleta and former lawmaker Mike Defensor, stemming from allegations of unlawfully receiving gifts from public officials.

The Sandiganbayan Third Division announced it requires an additional 30 days to release its resolution on the bail petition filed by former Senator Bong Revilla and his co-accused in their malversation case.

Marcoleta and three other individuals were arrested on charges of plunder, with Marcoleta's arraignment scheduled for July 10. A Sandiganbayan justice appealed for calm following the arrests.

Sta. Rosa City in Laguna, Philippines, has begun distributing 10 kilos of rice to every household as part of the Marcos administration’s "Bawat Bayan Makikinabang: Bagong Pilipinas Rice Program."

The Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) of the Philippine National Police is ready to enforce a warrant of arrest should the Sandiganbayan issue one against Senator Rodante Marcoleta.

The Ombudsman is set to file plunder charges against Marcoleta and Defensor in the Sandiganbayan this week. This development follows an ongoing investigation into alleged corruption.

A five-year-old boy tragically died after he is believed to have fallen from his family’s apartment on the 24th floor in Bayan Lepas, Malaysia.

The Sandiganbayan has once again rejected attempts by former DPWH executives to stall a P289-million flood scam case. This decision prevents further delays in the legal proceedings against the former officials.

Lawmakers from the Akbayan bloc in the Philippine House of Representatives have called for a congressional inquiry into the impact of the Mindanao earthquake and the government's disaster preparedness and response.

Senator Jinggoy Estrada has been suspended for 90 days as a senator due to his pending graft case before the anti-graft court Sandiganbayan.

Survivors of the 1991 Mt. Pinatubo eruption in Central Luzon recall not only the destruction but also the spirit of 'bayanihan' (community cooperation) that helped them endure the disaster.

Former Philippine Reclamation Authority (PRA) chief Alberto Agra has been acquitted of graft charges. The Sandiganbayan Third Division found insufficient evidence to establish that Agra represented, directed, and instructed the execution of the subject Memoranda of Agreement.

The Sandiganbayan has commenced the trial of former health secretary Francisco Duque III and former budget official Lloyd Christopher Lao in connection with an alleged anomalous P41 billion pandemic fund transfer.

The Sandiganbayan has allowed the hospital arrest of Bonoan, specifying that the detention will take place inside Camp Crame. This decision permits his medical confinement while under arrest.

The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) has acceded to the Sandiganbayan regarding the health condition of former Public Works and Highways secretary Manuel Bonoan.

The 2nd Division enters a not guilty plea on Estrada's behalf since the senator refused to enter a plea

A volunteer-led river rehabilitation program in Libon town, Albay, Philippines, is gaining public support to restore waterways, promote environmental responsibility, and reduce flood risks.

Senator Jinggoy Estrada's camp has requested the Sandiganbayan to allow him to appear in court without the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) uniform and handcuffs during his graft case hearing.

The Philippine anti-graft court, Sandiganbayan, has denied a motion filed by a co-accused of Zaldy Co, seeking to dismiss a flood control case. This decision means the trial will now proceed as scheduled, requiring the defense to present its arguments.

The Philippine Bureau of Customs has filed a complaint against a Cavite-based cargo company for abandoning nearly 40,000 "balikbayan" boxes, resulting in over P30 million in unpaid taxes and duties.

The Bureau of Immigration has received a copy of a travel ban issued by the Sandiganbayan against Senator Rodante Marcoleta, former congressman Mike Defensor, and two others, who face plunder and bribery complaints involving P75 million.

The Philippine Bureau of Immigration has confirmed receipt of a travel ban order (PHDO) from the Sandiganbayan, targeting Marcoleta, Defensor, and other individuals.

The Sandiganbayan Seventh Division has barred Sen. Rodante Marcoleta, former congressman Mike Defensor and two others from leaving the Philippines as they face plunder and bribery complaints over P75…

The Office of the Ombudsman has requested the Sandiganbayan to issue a hold departure order against Senator Rodante Marcoleta, former congressman Mike Defensor, and two others, following their indictment on plunder and other charges related to a P75-million campaign fund.

FPJ Panday Bayanihan party-list Rep. Brian Poe was formally inducted as an Auxiliary Commodore of the Philippine Coast Guard Auxiliary Executive Squadron.

The Sandiganbayan Third Division has issued a subpoena for records from the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) programming division, seeking information on lawmakers' requests for project funding and proposed amendments to infrastructure projects.

Adiong is a two-term lawmaker from Mindanao allied with the House majority, while Co is among the members of the House's left-wing bloc Makabayan

Bantayog ng mga Bayani is organizing summer workshops in May, focusing on children's book illustration and writing, inviting participants to explore their artistic talents.

Philippine producer-distributor CreaZion Studios is expanding its production slate by backing two new film projects. These include Zig Dulay’s ‘Maria Maria’ and Ruel Santos Bayani’s Spain-set feature ‘142’.

Former Bayan Muna Rep. Neri Colmenares has criticized the record-high electricity rates experienced by millions of consumers in April and May, describing the situation as 'legalized robbery'.

The camp of former Philippine senator Bong Revilla is awaiting the Sandiganbayan Third Division's resolution on his bail petition, expressing hope for a favorable outcome.

The main trial of the Sandiganbayan in the malversation case against former Senator Bong Revilla and his co-accused has commenced. Witnesses had previously testified during the bail hearing.

The Sandiganbayan has upheld the graft conviction of former Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas examiner Braulio Cloribel Jr., sentencing him to six to seven years in jail and perpetual disqualification from public office.

Moroccan journalist Abdessamad Dniden of Bayane Al Yaoum was awarded second prize in the print media category at the 10th National Grand Prize for Agricultural and Rural Press for his report on agriculture and water stress.

Former Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) engineer Henry Alcantara testified before the Sandiganbayan, claiming he delivered P800 million in cash to former lawmaker Zaldy Co. The testimony is part of an ongoing investigation into alleged deals.

Prosecutors announced that former Senator Richard Gordon is willing to testify in the Sandiganbayan First Division trial related to the Pharmally issue.

The Philippine political coalition 1Sambayan has threatened to file a new petition with the Supreme Court if the Marcos administration fails to secure funding to return P107 billion to the Philippine Deposit Insurance Corp. (PDIC).

The Sandiganbayan Third Division has dismissed a graft case against Interior Undersecretary Jed Patrick Mabilog, citing "inordinate delay" by government prosecutors in filing the case.

The Makabayan bloc in the Philippines has rejected the proposed 2027 National Expenditure Program, arguing that it prioritizes foreign-funded infrastructure over the needs of the people. This stance highlights concerns over the allocation of national resources.

Akbayan Rep. Percival Cendaña and eight labor groups have petitioned the Supreme Court to nullify orders from the Pasig City Regional Trial Court that suspended the P85 minimum wage increase for Metro Manila workers.

Renewable energy advocates are urging the Sangguniang Bayan of Mansalay in Oriental Mindoro to pass an ordinance declaring it the province's first renewable energy municipality.

Senator Panfilo Lacson stated that the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) is expected to issue cease-and-desist orders for ongoing lakeshore projects in Taguig. This comes amidst concerns about stalled flood control projects in Bulacan and a summons for DPWH Secretary Manuel Bonoan to testify in a separate case.

Two new associate justices have been appointed to fill vacancies in the Court of Appeals and the Sandiganbayan in the Philippines, with Chief Justice Alexander Gesmundo swearing in Randolph Pascasio.

Prosecutors from the Office of the Ombudsman claim that Sandiganbayan justices made a 'serious error' by allowing former senator Ramon 'Bong' Revilla Jr. to post bail.

The House of Representatives' 'Suporta sa Bayan' Desk in the Philippines has provided P381.5 million worth of assistance to 7,174 beneficiaries since its launch on March 18.

A former law school dean has urged Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla to be more careful with his statements, questioning whether he insinuated that the Sandiganbayan is corrupt after it granted a bail petition for a former senator.

The Sandiganbayan has rejected the Office of the Ombudsman's attempt to remove former Department of Public Works and Highways chief Manuel Bonoan from a graft charge related to a flood control corruption scandal.

Uswag Ilonggo party-list Representative Jojo Ang has questioned the Sandiganbayan's jurisdiction over two of his 14 graft cases, for which state prosecutors indicted him for allegedly violating the Anti-Graft and Corrupt Practices Act.

Representative Marcoleta declined to enter a plea in his Sandiganbayan gift case, citing pending petitions with the Supreme Court. As a result, the court entered a not guilty plea on his behalf.

The Office of the Ombudsman is considering abandoning its bid to discharge former public works secretary Manuel Bonoan as a state witness before the Sandiganbayan, warning he will remain a co-accused if he continues to provide what Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Rem considers uncooperative testimony.

A leading Chinese geologist suggests that the world's largest known rare earth deposit in northern China, the Bayan Obo mine, could contain significantly more resources than currently reported.

Akbayan Rep. Chel Diokno clarified an edited video clip shared by Sen. Pia Cayetano on social media, which he believes made it appear as if the prosecution panel was 'fishing for evidence'.

Janet Napoles, along with a former Department of Agrarian Reform executive, has been convicted by the Sandiganbayan for their involvement in P50 million worth of 'ghost' farm projects.

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. led the “Bawat Bayan Makikinabang” and Bangsamoro Government Convergence Program, distributing assistance at the 6th Infantry Division headquarters in Datu Odin Sinsuat, Maguindanao del Norte.

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Former Senator Richard Gordon is expected to testify in the Sandiganbayan First Division’s trial concerning the Pharmally scandal in the Philippines, with prosecutors potentially presenting him as early as August.

Senator Panfilo Lacson expressed his astonishment after witnessing Senator Rodante Marcoleta walk out of the Sandiganbayan on Wednesday.

The Sandiganbayan has convicted former PhilForest president Erwin Krishna Santos and former vice president Marijoyce Cornel, along with two others, in connection with the PDAF scam, sentencing them to 20 to 36 years in prison and barring them from public office.

Former DPWH chief Bonoan attended a Sandiganbayan hearing regarding a graft case, where he is seeking to become a state witness. Former President Estrada has opposed the bid to drop Bonoan from the case.

The Sandiganbayan has acquitted a former treasurer of Barangay San Antonio in Cebu City of graft charges related to alleged audit irregularities but upheld his conviction for malversation based on the same findings.

The impeachment trial of Sara Duterte is underway, raising questions about its implications for families of drug war victims. Meanwhile, the Sandiganbayan is resolving issues regarding the attendance of detained senators at the trial.

The Sandiganbayan has scheduled a hearing to confirm the health status of former Sagip party-list Rep. Rodante Marcoleta, following a PNP doctor's report that he is now fit to travel. The court will assess his condition to determine if he can attend proceedings.

The Sandiganbayan Sixth Division in the Philippines has junked a motion by Zaldy Co’s co-accused to inhibit the court from their non-bailable malversation case.

The arraignment and pretrial of Marcoleta and his co-accused have been postponed by the Sandiganbayan. This delay is due to Marcoleta being deemed unfit to travel and remaining under medical observation by the PNP.

The graft proceedings for Senator Jinggoy Estrada and former Public Works secretary Manuel Bonoan before the Sandiganbayan Second Division have been moved to July 14.

Bayanaul National Park, located 450 kilometers from Astana, is highlighted as a popular domestic tourism destination in Kazakhstan, attracting numerous visitors.

A former district engineer testified before the Sandiganbayan, alleging that P90 million from private contractors was intended as a kickback for former senator Ramon Revilla Jr. in connection with a flood control project.

The Philippine Bureau of Customs (BOC) has filed criminal charges against five cargo companies for thousands of abandoned balikbayan boxes at various ports.

The Philippine anti-graft court, Sandiganbayan, has dismissed graft cases against Cebu City officials, citing insufficient factual grounds from the prosecution.

The Palace has declared a hands-off approach regarding graft claims against Department of Health chief Herbosa and Domingo. Separately, the Sandiganbayan has dismissed a graft case against former reclamation chief Agra.

The Sandiganbayan First Division has commenced the graft trial of former Department of Health Secretary Francisco Duque III and ex-Department of Budget and Management Undersecretary Christopher Lao, concerning alleged misuse of P41.46-B in COVID funds.

The Sandiganbayan Third Division in the Philippines announced it requires an additional 30 days to resolve the bail petition filed by former Senator Ramon 'Bong' Revilla Jr.

Akbayan and Magdalo have organized the launch of the nationwide 'Risa Na' campaign, aiming to rally support for Senator Risa Hontiveros' potential bid for the presidency.

The Sandiganbayan’s Seventh Division has denied for lack of merit the motion filed by former House Speaker and Leyte Rep. Martin Romualdez to lift the precautionary hold departure order (PHDO) against him.

The Sandiganbayan has rejected Martin Romualdez's petition to lift his travel ban. Romualdez, along with former Marines, has also been invited to the next Senate hearing concerning flood management issues.

Former DPWH Secretary Manuel Bonoan has been hospitalized at the PNP General Hospital due to hypertension, following an arrest order. His condition is slowly improving, and custodial protocols remain in place while he is receiving medical care.

Senator Sonny Angara led the oath-taking ceremony for nearly 1,000 promoted educators in Caraga. He also urged community cooperation and support, or 'bayanihan,' during the launch of Brigada Eskwela in Agusan.

The Bureau of Immigration (BI) in the Philippines has secured copies of Precautionary Hold Departure Orders (PHDOs) from the Sandiganbayan against Senator Rodante Marcoleta, former congressman Michael Defensor, and two others, preparing to prevent their departure if encountered.

A witness testified in a Sandiganbayan hearing, confirming the alleged delivery of P700 million to the office of former DPWH assistant district engineer Brice Hernandez as part of a flood control trial.

Marcoleta and three other individuals have been issued a precautionary hold departure order by the Sandiganbayan, preventing them from traveling overseas due to an ongoing plunder complaint.

The "Lumang Bayan ng Dapitan" in Zamboanga del Norte, Philippines, was officially declared a heritage zone or historic center by the National Historical Commission of the Philippines in May 2011.

Actor Salman Khan publicly reprimanded paparazzi for heckling him outside a hospital, demanding an apology. He later accepted their apology, emphasizing the need for boundaries.

The Sandiganbayan ordered a Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) witness to produce sealed documents containing the proponents of infrastructure projects during a hearing.

The Moro struggle for genuine autonomy and dignified justice has endured for 124 years since the Battle of Bayang, compounded by foreign invasions and subsequent integration policies under the Philippine government.

The Bayanihan Lab Network represents a unique convergence of Filipino 'bayanihan' spirit and Taiwan's collaborative civic culture, fostering cross-cultural cooperation.

The Sandiganbayan, an anti-graft court, has affirmed the jail term for a Palawan collector in a malversation case, stating that the lower court's orders were not arbitrary or illogical.

Philippine Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro has firmly rejected calls to resume peace talks with communist rebels, including the New People's Army (NPA). His stance comes amidst ongoing clashes and a desire to avoid what he views as a cycle of failed negotiations.

Over 800 churches across the Netherlands rang their bells for five minutes in a show of support for the Uzbek Babayants family, who are facing deportation after their asylum application was rejected.

The Office of the Ombudsman in the Philippines has filed a precautionary hold departure order with the Sandiganbayan against Senator Francis Escudero and Maynard Ngu. This action stems from complaints of plunder, graft, and bribery against them.

The Philippine government, led by the Marcos administration, is actively preparing for the safe return of Zaldy Co, guaranteeing his security and outlining plans for his processing by authorities upon arrival. High-level talks are underway with Czech officials to facilitate his repatriation.

An editorial from Rappler emphasizes the critical importance of public vigilance over government finances to prevent corruption and misuse of the national budget.

FPJ Panday Bayanihan Party-list Rep. Brian Poe has been named one of Gawad Pilipino's Ten Outstanding Legislators – Congressmen in the Philippines, marking another achievement in his first year in the 20th Congress.

The Sandiganbayan has scheduled hearings for the suspension and bail of Marcoleta, who faces a plunder trial. A dozen witnesses are expected to testify against him in the proceedings.

The Sandiganbayan Fourth Division has postponed the third arraignment proceeding for Uswag Ilonggo party-list Rep. Jojo Ang on graft charges. The court clerk confirmed the rescheduling of the legal process.

Protesters gathered in front of the Sandiganbayan to condemn the anti-graft court's decision to allow former Senator Ramon 'Bong' Revilla Jr. temporary freedom while he still faces a malversation case.

Tarlac 3rd District Rep. Noel 'Bong' Rivera appeared before the Sandiganbayan Third Division for his arraignment on one of nine graft cases, but the proceeding was reset due to pending motions.

Nine counts of graft were filed against Tarlac 3rd District Rep. Noel Rivera before the Sandiganbayan, as confirmed by Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla.

The Ombudsman is actively pushing the Sandiganbayan to revoke the bail of Senator Bong Revilla. Prosecutors argue that the case involves a betrayal of public trust and more than just the wastage of public funds.

Tropical Storm Maymay triggered a full government response in the Philippines, with President Marcos ordering aid allocation and various government bodies, including the House, Senate, and Sandiganbayan, suspending work.

Former Senator Jinggoy Estrada has asked the Sandiganbayan anti-graft court to reconsider its denial of his bail petition. Citing the case of Juan Ponce Enrile, Estrada argues he is not a flight risk.

A state witness testified before the Sandiganbayan Third Division that 'almost all' senators, with the exception of Sen. Panfilo 'Ping' Lacson, requested project allocations from former Public Works and Highways Secretary Manuel Bonoan.

The House of Representatives' Suporta sa Bayan Desk has distributed over P380 million worth of assistance to more than 7,000 Filipinos, according to a report from the chamber.

Malacañang has defended the release of former Senator Ramon “Bong” Revilla Jr. on bail, insisting that no special treatment was given and emphasizing judicial independence after his bail petition was approved by the Sandiganbayan.

The Palace has rejected calls to allow jailed senators to participate in the Vice President's trial, deeming it 'special treatment.' This comes as the House team asserts that secret funds are no excuse for using fake names, and the Vice President calls for the release of former President Duterte.

A fact check confirms that the Supreme Court did not dismiss Marcoleta's plunder case, as the case was filed with the anti-graft court Sandiganbayan, not the country's highest court.

Philippine Senator Jinggoy Estrada will remain in jail after the Sandiganbayan Fifth Division denied his motion for bail in his plunder case.

The Sandiganbayan has ordered the arrest of Uswag Ilonggo party-list Rep. James Ang Jr. He faces charges of retaining an interest in a construction firm that secured P214 million in contracts with the Department of Public Works and Highways and received P199 million.

The Office of the Ombudsman has filed 14 counts of criminal charges against USWAG Ilonggo party-list Rep. James Ang Jr. and former Sultan Kudarat representative Arnulfo Go. The charges before the Sandiganbayan relate to alleged conflicts of interest linked to government infrastructure projects.

The Sandiganbayan’s Third Division ordered detained Sen. Rodante Marcoleta to explain why he should not be suspended from the Senate.

Marcoleta, along with his co-accused Joseph Espiritu, pleaded not guilty to charges of plunder and violation of the gift law before the Sandiganbayan’s Third Division on Wednesday, July 22.

A former Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) official told the Sandiganbayan that signing project inspection reports is a 'ministerial duty' during her testimony.

The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) has distributed 36,140 Bayanihan SIM cards to kindergarten to grade 6 learners in the Bicol region, aiming to expand internet access for students.

The Ombudsman has welcomed the Department of Migrant Workers' (DMW) bid to appeal the junked plunder case against Ignacio. This development indicates a continued effort to pursue accountability in the case.

Rodante Marcoleta was transferred to Quezon City Jail after undergoing an independent medical examination at the Philippine General Hospital. The transfer was ordered by the Sandiganbayan in connection with his plunder case.

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The Sandiganbayan Second Division has concluded oral arguments and is set to decide whether former public works secretary Manuel Bonoan can be discharged as a co-accused and allowed to testify against Senator Jinggoy Estrada.

The Sandiganbayan has not yet decided on the motion filed by the Office of the Ombudsman to designate former Department of Public Works and Highways secretary Manuel Bonoan as a state witness.

The Sandiganbayan has affirmed its decision to deny Jinggoy Estrada's motion to dismiss his graft case. This ruling also impacts his bid to attend an impeachment proceeding, which was previously denied.

Rodante Marcoleta remains admitted at the PNP General Hospital days after surrendering, with the PNP confirming the submission of his medical report to the Sandiganbayan. Senator Robin Padilla also visited him at the hospital.

The Sandiganbayan has issued new arrest warrants for former lawmakers Rodante Marcoleta and Mike Defensor in connection with their plunder and graft cases. The court also ordered the consolidation of Marcoleta's cases and requested reports on his status from the PNP.

The Sandiganbayan court denied Senator Ramon Revilla Jr.'s request to attend the wake of his brother, Marlon Bautista. The court rejected his plea to visit his deceased sibling.

The Sandiganbayan has ordered the archiving of a graft case against former congressman Elizaldy “Zaldy” Co, who remains at large six months after his arrest order.

The Sandiganbayan Seventh Division has ordered the archiving of a graft case against former lawmaker Zaldy Co, who has remained at large for over six months.

The Sandiganbayan has suspended Estrada's co-accused in a graft case.

Filipino musician Ian Resurreccion is sending balikbayan boxes filled with musical instruments to children in his home country, hoping to provide them with opportunities similar to his own.

The Philippine Senate has implemented a 30-day preventive suspension order issued by the Sandiganbayan against Senator Jose "Jinggoy" Estrada, who is detained in connection with a flood control scandal.

A Commission on Audit (COA) officer submitted a new set of documents to the Sandiganbayan 1st Division, providing additional evidence for the ongoing graft trial related to the Pharmally case.

Akbayan Party-list Rep. Chel Diokno has filed a measure in the Philippines to extend paternity leave benefits from seven days to 105 days, emphasizing fathers' role in child-rearing.

The Philippines marked its 128th Independence Day with various ceremonies across the nation, featuring calls from President Marcos Jr. to protect truth and from other leaders for unity and selfless leadership. Celebrations highlighted both historical freedom and contemporary challenges, including calls for national pride and strong alliances.

Akbayan party-list Rep. Chel Diokno has filed a resolution seeking an investigation into reports of public school teachers incurring 'out-of-pocket expenses' for the annual Brigada Eskwela program despite existing government funding.

The Philippine National Police (PNP) announced it has leads on the location of two remaining individuals wanted by the Sandiganbayan in connection with an allegedly anomalous P53.9-million flood control project in Bulacan.

The Sandiganbayan, a Philippine court, has dismissed the remaining claims in a forfeiture case against the Marcos family concerning alleged ill-gotten wealth. This decision effectively junks the government's efforts to recover these assets.

The Sandiganbayan has approved the hospital arrest of former Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) chief Manuel Bonoan, who will be transferred to a PNP hospital upon doctor's clearance.

The legal team of Senator Jinggoy Estrada is exploring the possibility of filing a motion for hospital arrest with the Sandiganbayan, citing his ongoing knee condition.

The Sandiganbayan Sixth Division in the Philippines has junked a petition by co-accused of resigned Ako Bicol Rep. Zaldy Co to dismiss a non-bailable malversation of funds case. The case involves falsification of public documents.

A Sandiganbayan justice has questioned the immunity of former Department of Public Works and Highways Undersecretary Roberto Bernardo. Bernardo is implicated as the mastermind behind a kickback scheme related to flood control projects.

A detention cell at the New Quezon City Jail Male Dormitory in Payatas is being prepared for Senator Jinggoy Estrada, pending a Sandiganbayan warrant of arrest for a non-bailable plunder case.

The Bureau of Customs (BOC) has initiated legal action against Makati Express Cargo. This move comes after the company allegedly abandoned numerous balikbayan boxes, leading to a formal complaint from the BOC.

The Sandiganbayan has rejected an appeal from a bedridden former budget officer in Surigao del Norte, who was convicted of graft, for 'home medical care,' advising her to apply for executive clemency instead.

The Sandiganbayan has begun hearings on a petition to issue a precautionary hold departure order against Rodante Marcoleta and three others. This comes amid plunder and bribery charges, with Marcoleta reportedly having already 'confessed' on a TV show.

Akbayan Party announced its full support for Senator Risa Hontiveros' potential presidential bid in 2028, initiating efforts to mobilize its political machinery for a possible campaign.

A witness from the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has submitted to the Sandiganbayan a list of lawmakers who made project requests to the agency, as part of a flood control trial.

A Department of Public Works and Highways official informed the Sandiganbayan that private citizens are legally permitted to act as project proponents. This statement was made during a questioning session.

The balikbayan box serves as a significant cultural practice for Filipino Americans, allowing them to send goods and expressions of love to their families back home.

The Sandiganbayan continued the graft trial of former Public Works Assistant District Engineer Brice Hernandez, focusing on the alleged delivery of P299 million in boxes to his office.

A proposed Kalinga Bill aimed at addressing rising inflation in the Philippines has gained backing from economic managers, though some lawmakers view it as a temporary measure.

Youths and members of the Old Students Association of Ultimate International High School in Ode Aye Kingdom, Ondo State, Nigeria, have rallied support for Hon. Bidemi Joseph Obayangban as a House of Representatives aspirant for 2027, rejecting a consensus candidate.

A House panel in the Philippines decided not to open a sealed box containing former President Duterte's tax records, a move described as 'saddening' by some groups. The panel instead passed the sealed documents to the Senate for review.

Candaba, Pampanga Mayor Rene Maglanque lost his bid at the Sandiganbayan to block a 90-day suspension. He is co-accused in 97 counts of graft and malversation of public funds related to the Malampaya fund scam.

Former Public Works Undersecretary Roberto Bernardo is scheduled to testify in the Sandiganbayan against former Senator Bong Revilla during his bail hearing on Friday.

The Ombudsman has requested the Sandiganbayan court to issue an order preventing Martin Romualdez from departing the Philippines.