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President Marcos signs 2026 budget law, vetos unprogrammed items

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. signed into law the P6.793-trillion 2026 General Appropriations Act (GAA), putting a firm stamp on a spending plan that prioritizes education, health care, and agriculture—while drawing clear boundaries against discretionary excess.

President Marcos’ trust rating down to -3 in November

A late-November Social Weather Survey (SWS) commissioned by Stratbase Consultancy shows a sharp regional divide in public trust between President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Vice President Sara Duterte.

President Marcos flags ‘disturbing’ findings in initial audit of flood-control projects 

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Monday revealed “disturbing” preliminary findings from an audit of more than 9,800 flood control projects across the country, raising concerns over possible irregularities in the implementation and budgeting of these infrastructure efforts.

The Duterte Arrest: A Complicated Affair of Sovereignty and Justice

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 Marcos defends decision to allow Duterte arrest by Interpol

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Tuesday said that former President Rodrigo Duterte was lawfully arrested by Interpol agents on the strength of warrant issued...

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Philippines gains ground, but SDG race tightens

The Philippines has made measurable gains toward achieving the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). But the country remains off pace on most targets, highlighting the challenge of translating progress into meaningful outcomes before the 2030 deadline.

One Ayala Towers raise bar for green offices 

Ayala Land Offices is raising the sustainability benchmark for premium office developments after all three towers of One Ayala secured both LEED and EDGE Zero Carbon certifications, giving the Makati complex a stronger edge as companies increasingly prioritize environmentally responsible workplaces.

Marcoleta surrenders as non-bailable plunder case unfolds

Senator Rodante Marcoleta surrendered to the Sandiganbayan on Monday and is now under police custody after the anti-graft court issued a warrant for his arrest in connection with a non-bailable plunder case over the alleged nondisclosure of P75 million in campaign contributions. Interior and Local Government Secretary Jonvic Remulla personally supervised the warrant's implementation at the court. Former congressman Mike Defensor and two businessmen named as co-accused have yet to be arrested. The case marks a major escalation in one of the country's highest-profile corruption cases, with the Sandiganbayan finding probable cause to proceed with the charges while Marcoleta continues to enjoy the presumption of innocence.

ACEN taps partner for India wind project expansion

ACEN Corp. is bringing in a strategic partner for one of its wind projects in India as it continues to recycle capital while expanding its renewable energy footprint overseas.

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