Ortonio: OVP used P125M for ‘obligations already incurred’

By Jose Cielito Reganit | Philippine News Agency Office of the Vice President (OVP) Assistant Secretary Lemuel Ortonio on Tuesday revealed that the P125 million in confidential funds was supposedly used to pay for “obligations already incurred.” During direct examination, Ortonio confirmed that...

Palace: Prosecution evidence strengthens case vs VP Sara

By Ruth Abbey Gita-Carlos | Philippine News Agency Malacañang on Tuesday said evidence presented by the prosecution in the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte has strengthened the case for her conviction, particularly over the alleged misuse of confidential funds. Palace Press...

PBBM fetes Pinay singer making waves in SoKor

By Dean Aubrey Caratiquet Not one to be left behind as Asian countries make their mark in the international spotlight, Filipino talents continue to raise the Philippine flag and carry with them the distinct spirit of our humble race. This, as President Ferdinand...

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DILG pushes non-bailable offense, 20-year jail term vs. loose firearms

By Christopher Lloyd Caliwan | Philippine News Agency Possession of loose firearms must be a non-bailable offense and must carry a maximum penalty of 20 years' imprisonment. This was pushed by Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Secretary Jonvic Remulla as...