Context Dispatch
Senator dela Rosa ‘armed and dangerous’, P50M bounty set
Interior and Local Government Secretary Jonvic Remulla has declared Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa an “armed and dangerous” fugitive and announced a P15-million bounty for his arrest, intensifying the government’s pursuit of the senator.
7 Filipinos hurt in Saudi attacks
Seven Filipino workers were injured in attacks across Saudi Arabia, with three in critical condition, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) confirmed Monday, October 19.
Japan marks 72nd Self-Defense Forces Day in Manila, highlights bilateral defense cooperation
The 72nd Japan Self-Defense Forces Day Reception was held at the Japanese Ambassador’s residence in Manila, bringing together key officials to celebrate the occasion and reinforce growing defense and security ties between Japan and the Philippines.
Prosecutors withdraw 3 of 4 articles in VP Duterte impeachment
House prosecutors in the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte have decided to focus on Article 2, which covers allegations of ill-gotten wealth, while withdrawing charges involving the misuse of confidential funds, bribery, and threats.
Analyst flags P1M card charges in Duterte impeachment trial
A forensic financial analyst on Friday identified more than P1 million in credit-card transactions involving retail stores and a restaurant in Japan, Malaysia, and the Philippines during proceedings in Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial, as House prosecutors scrutinized the financial records of Duterte and her husband, lawyer Manases Carpio.
