Here we are again, watching the political drama unfold with the arrest of former President Rodrigo Duterte. It’s strange how something that’s supposed to be about justice often turns into a series of complex, tangled arguments, full of political posturing and personal pride.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Tuesday said that former President Rodrigo Duterte was lawfully arrested by Interpol agents on the strength of warrant issued...
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is set to address the nation tonight on the arrest earlier Tuesday of former President Rodrigo Duterte by Interpol agents, who served a warrant issued by the International Criminal Court for crimes against humanity committed by the former Philippine leader during his administration’s deadly anti-drug campaign between 2016 and 2019. The Philippines withdrew membership from the ICC in 2019. Ex-President Duterte and several of his aides have been transferred to a chartered plane that will fly them to The Hague, where the ICC is headquartered.
In a groundbreaking move, the municipality of San Mateo has passed an ordinance aimed at ensuring the availability of safer, higher-quality rice for its residents. The ordinance, approved by the local government and supported by the Department of Agriculture through the Philippine Rice Research Institute (PhilRice), sets a precedent for the country in rice quality assurance.
Converge ICT Solutions, Inc. has solidified its position as the country's premier internet provider, earning its third consecutive Ookla Speedtest Award for the Fastest Fixed Network. The recognition highlights the company’s unwavering commitment to excellence in delivering high-speed, reliable internet services to Filipinos nationwide.
The Department of Agriculture has handed over a ₱65.6-million rice processing facility to the Talabutab Norte Primary Multipurpose Cooperative in General Mamerto Natividad, Nueva Ecija, under the RCEF Mechanization Program.
Quezon City job seekers now have easier access to industry-relevant skills training, after the city’s Public Employment Service Office (PESO) signed an agreement with global customer experience leader Foundever®. The deal launches the Quezon City Competency Enhancement and Retooling Program, aimed at bridging the gap between community skills and actual workplace needs.
The US has ruled out announcing the proposed Pax Silica Economic Security Zone during or after this month’s ASEAN Leaders’ Summit in Manila, leaving the initiative’s timeline uncertain as Washington and Manila continue discussions on its scope and potential impact.
The Aurora Pacific Economic Zone and Freeport Authority (APECO) has signed a cooperation agreement with the Alberta Council and is preparing a separate memorandum of understanding with a Canadian power generation company, as it seeks to convert investor interest into actual projects in Casiguran, Aurora.