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The International Criminal Court in The Hague on Monday opened confirmation of charges proceedings against former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte, a crucial step that will determine whether there is sufficient evidence to send the case to full trial. Prosecutors, defense lawyers, and legal representatives of the victims are set to present their evidence and arguments before ICC judges, who have up to 60 days to decide if the case will move forward. The 80-year-old Duterte was arrested in March last year and has remained in detention while awaiting the court’s ruling on whether he will stand trial. Outside the ICC chamber, protesters from the families of the victims and those who support Duterte gathered to voice the opinions.

Caloocan City’s People’s Park has reopened following a P50-million redevelopment funded by the Melco Resorts (Philippines) Foundation Corporation (MRP Foundation). The renovation was inaugurated in February by mayor Dale Gonzalo “Along” Malapitan and MRP Foundation chairman Clarence Chung, coinciding with the city’s 64th cityhood anniversary celebration.

Coca‑Cola Europacific Aboitiz Philippines (CCEAP) is partnering with the Union of Local Authorities of the Philippines (ULAP) and the Provincial Government of Quirino to expand its Tapon to Ipon program to more local government units nationwide.

Fuel prices in the Philippines continue to climb, with gasoline up by P0.60 per liter and diesel and kerosene rising by P1.20 per liter, marking the seventh consecutive week of increases for gasoline and the eighth for diesel and kerosene in 2026.

The government’s decision to slap safeguard duties on imported cement is expected to steady the domestic market and restore fair competition, following the release of Customs Memorandum Circular No. 42-2026.