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CASTRO’S BIRTHDAY MESSAGE TO VP DUTERTE LOOK: Communications Undersecretary Claire Castro marked Vice President Sara Duterte’s birthday by showing a photo of Duterte greeting impeachment witness Ramil Madriaga during a press briefing. Castro flashed the image when asked for her birthday message to the vice president. | Tristan Nodalo

CASTRO’S BIRTHDAY MESSAGE TO VP DUTERTE LOOK: Communications Undersecretary Claire Castro marked Vice President Sara Duterte’s birthday by showing a photo of Duterte greeting impeachment witness Ramil Madriaga during a press briefing. Castro flashed the image when asked for her birthday message to the vice president. | Tristan Nodalo

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BUILDING COLLAPSES IN GENSAN AFTER 7.8 EARTHQUAKE LOOK: Structural damage is seen in General Santos after a severe 7.8-magnitude earthquake hit on Monday morning. Power outages have been reported across the city, and multiple aftershocks continue to be recorded. 📷 PIA SarGen (Sarangani-General Santos City)/Facebook

BUILDING COLLAPSES IN GENSAN AFTER 7.8 EARTHQUAKE LOOK: Structural damage is seen in General Santos after a severe 7.8-magnitude earthquake hit on Monday morning. Power outages have been reported across the city, and multiple aftershocks continue to be recorded. 📷 PIA SarGen (Sarangani-General Santos City)/Facebook

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‘DATI NA AKO DIYAN’ WATCH: This is Senator Lito Lapid’s response when asked about how he prepared for the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte. Lapid also served as a senator-judge during the 2012 trial of then Chief Justice Renato Corona, where he voted to convict. Lapid is now attending the senators’ caucus before the start of the Duterte trial at 2 p.m. | Eimor Santos

‘DATI NA AKO DIYAN’ WATCH: This is Senator Lito Lapid’s response when asked about how he prepared for the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte. Lapid also served as a senator-judge during the 2012 trial of then Chief Justice Renato Corona, where he voted to convict. Lapid is now attending the senators’ caucus before the start of the Duterte trial at 2 p.m. | Eimor Santos

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'VERY BUSY' PLAYING GAMES WATCH: Cavite Rep. Kiko Barzaga was unable to arrive on time for the ethics committee meeting on a complaint against him, saying he was “very busy last night” playing games on his computer. House Deputy Speaker Ronnie Puno filed an ethics complaint against Barzaga for various violations of the House Code of Ethics. | @daniza_sf

'VERY BUSY' PLAYING GAMES WATCH: Cavite Rep. Kiko Barzaga was unable to arrive on time for the ethics committee meeting on a complaint against him, saying he was “very busy last night” playing games on his computer. House Deputy Speaker Ronnie Puno filed an ethics complaint against Barzaga for various violations of the House Code of Ethics. | @daniza_sf

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‘MAGHANDA RIN SILA KASI USUALLY KAPAG BAGYO WALA SILA’ WATCH: House deputy speaker Paolo Ortega responds to the statement of Office of the Vice President chief of staff Zuleika Lopez, where she told the media to “prepare for typhoon Inday.” Ortega said they are ready for the typhoon. | Lance Mejico

‘MAGHANDA RIN SILA KASI USUALLY KAPAG BAGYO WALA SILA’ WATCH: House deputy speaker Paolo Ortega responds to the statement of Office of the Vice President chief of staff Zuleika Lopez, where she told the media to “prepare for typhoon Inday.” Ortega said they are ready for the typhoon. | Lance Mejico

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BREAKING: Senator Chiz Escudero from the majority bloc arrives at the session hall. Senator Win Gatchalian presides over session. | Eimor Santos

BREAKING: Senator Chiz Escudero from the majority bloc arrives at the session hall. Senator Win Gatchalian presides over session. | Eimor Santos

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WATCH: A dog found alive at the Guisad Surong landslide site in Baguio City has become a symbol of hope for responders as search, rescue, and retrieval operations continue for three people still missing. 📹 PNP Baguio City Police Office/Facebook

WATCH: A dog found alive at the Guisad Surong landslide site in Baguio City has become a symbol of hope for responders as search, rescue, and retrieval operations continue for three people still missing. 📹 PNP Baguio City Police Office/Facebook

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MARCOS, GATCHALIAN SEEN TOGETHER FOR FIRST TIME SINCE SENATE SHAKEUP WATCH: President Bongbong Marcos briefly shook hands and exchanged a few words with acting Senate President Win Gatchalian during the 128th Independence Day celebration in Manila on June 12. The interaction marked the first public appearance of Marcos and Gatchalian together since the recent leadership shakeup in the Senate. Malacañang has repeatedly said it only recognizes the Gatchalian leadership in the ongoing dispute at the upper chamber. l Tristan Nodalo

MARCOS, GATCHALIAN SEEN TOGETHER FOR FIRST TIME SINCE SENATE SHAKEUP WATCH: President Bongbong Marcos briefly shook hands and exchanged a few words with acting Senate President Win Gatchalian during the 128th Independence Day celebration in Manila on June 12. The interaction marked the first public appearance of Marcos and Gatchalian together since the recent leadership shakeup in the Senate. Malacañang has repeatedly said it only recognizes the Gatchalian leadership in the ongoing dispute at the upper chamber. l Tristan Nodalo

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IMEE MARCOS, RODANTE MARCOLETA, BONG GO ATTEND SPECIAL SESSION JUST IN: Senators Imee Marcos, Rodante Marcoleta, and Bong Go are now in the Senate plenary for the special session. The three are minority bloc members of the Commission on Appointments. Marcoleta was seen shaking hands with Senate President Win Gatchalian.

IMEE MARCOS, RODANTE MARCOLETA, BONG GO ATTEND SPECIAL SESSION JUST IN: Senators Imee Marcos, Rodante Marcoleta, and Bong Go are now in the Senate plenary for the special session. The three are minority bloc members of the Commission on Appointments. Marcoleta was seen shaking hands with Senate President Win Gatchalian.

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SENATE MAJORITY A NO-SHOW FOR THE SECOND TIME? LOOK: Only the minority senators are present at the session hall as of 3:05 p.m. The June 2 session is supposed to begin at 3 p.m. On Monday, the majority senators did not show up for the session after authorities arrested their colleague, Senator Jinggoy Estrada, over plunder and graft charges. | Eimor Santos

SENATE MAJORITY A NO-SHOW FOR THE SECOND TIME? LOOK: Only the minority senators are present at the session hall as of 3:05 p.m. The June 2 session is supposed to begin at 3 p.m. On Monday, the majority senators did not show up for the session after authorities arrested their colleague, Senator Jinggoy Estrada, over plunder and graft charges. | Eimor Santos

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WATCH: Senate President Win Gatchalian meets with Foreign Affairs Secretary Theresa Lazaro at the gala dinner for the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation anniversary. | Tristan Nodalo

WATCH: Senate President Win Gatchalian meets with Foreign Affairs Secretary Theresa Lazaro at the gala dinner for the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation anniversary. | Tristan Nodalo

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SENATE LOCKDOWN LOOK: As of 6 p.m. of Monday, May 11, the Senate gates are still closed after Senator Bato dela Rosa showed up in session, ending a six-month absence to evade possible International Criminal Court warrant. The chamber under new Senate President Alan Peter Cayetano has approved a motion to place Dela Rosa under protective custody and cite in contempt and detain the NBI agents who tried to arrest him inside Senate premises. | Eimor Santos

SENATE LOCKDOWN LOOK: As of 6 p.m. of Monday, May 11, the Senate gates are still closed after Senator Bato dela Rosa showed up in session, ending a six-month absence to evade possible International Criminal Court warrant. The chamber under new Senate President Alan Peter Cayetano has approved a motion to place Dela Rosa under protective custody and cite in contempt and detain the NBI agents who tried to arrest him inside Senate premises. | Eimor Santos

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WATCH: NBI Director Melvin Matibag arrives with his wife, Laguna 1st District Rep. Ann Matibag, at the Senate on Wednesday, July 22, for the continuation of his appearance in the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte. Matibag is a prosecution witness on allegations of the vice president's grave threats against, the president, first lady, and a district representative. | Lance Mejico

WATCH: NBI Director Melvin Matibag arrives with his wife, Laguna 1st District Rep. Ann Matibag, at the Senate on Wednesday, July 22, for the continuation of his appearance in the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte. Matibag is a prosecution witness on allegations of the vice president's grave threats against, the president, first lady, and a district representative. | Lance Mejico

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WATCH: Supporters of former Sen. Bong Revilla gather at the Sandiganbayan in Quezon City, after he surrendered to authorities following an arrest warrant in connection to a non-bailable malversation case over an anomalous flood control project in Bulacan | Lance Mejico

WATCH: Supporters of former Sen. Bong Revilla gather at the Sandiganbayan in Quezon City, after he surrendered to authorities following an arrest warrant in connection to a non-bailable malversation case over an anomalous flood control project in Bulacan | Lance Mejico

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UPDATE: Sen. Joel Villanueva said on Sunday, June 14, that he would attend a special session of Congress if President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. were to call one. “Tutuparin po natin ang ating sagradong tungkulin sa ilalim ng ating Saligang Batas. We will be there,” Villanueva said in a video message to the religious group, the Jesus is Lord Church, which his father Eddie Villanueva founded. Sen. Alan Peter Cayetano has counted Villanueva in his bloc that refuses to recognize the new majority and leadership of Senator Win Gatchalian. 📷Jesus is Lord Church Worldwide/Facebook

UPDATE: Sen. Joel Villanueva said on Sunday, June 14, that he would attend a special session of Congress if President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. were to call one. “Tutuparin po natin ang ating sagradong tungkulin sa ilalim ng ating Saligang Batas. We will be there,” Villanueva said in a video message to the religious group, the Jesus is Lord Church, which his father Eddie Villanueva founded. Sen. Alan Peter Cayetano has counted Villanueva in his bloc that refuses to recognize the new majority and leadership of Senator Win Gatchalian. 📷Jesus is Lord Church Worldwide/Facebook

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'IMPEACH HER' WATCH: At the public consultation on anti-political dynasty bills in Cebu, a senior citizen made a strong appeal to lawmakers before manifesting his views on the proposal: "Impeach her. " While he did not name names, Vice President Sara Duterte is only the female official facing four ouster bids. The crowd applauded him. | Lance Mejico

'IMPEACH HER' WATCH: At the public consultation on anti-political dynasty bills in Cebu, a senior citizen made a strong appeal to lawmakers before manifesting his views on the proposal: "Impeach her. " While he did not name names, Vice President Sara Duterte is only the female official facing four ouster bids. The crowd applauded him. | Lance Mejico

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CHINESE COAST GUARD BLASTS PH VESSEL WITH WATER CANNON WATCH: A Chinese Coast Guard (CCG) ship veers dangerously close to the BRP Datu Dumangsil before blasting the Filipino vessel with a water cannon for over two minutes during a fuel subsidy mission in Bajo de Masinloc, a coral atoll, on Thursday morning, July 23, an official said. Philippine Coast Guard spokesperson Jay Tarriela said that no one was injured and that the two Filipino vessels successfully completed their fuel and food distribution to fishermen. On July 20, CCG personnel struck a Philippine Navy sailor on the head with a wooden baton in Ayungin Shoal. 📹 PCG

CHINESE COAST GUARD BLASTS PH VESSEL WITH WATER CANNON WATCH: A Chinese Coast Guard (CCG) ship veers dangerously close to the BRP Datu Dumangsil before blasting the Filipino vessel with a water cannon for over two minutes during a fuel subsidy mission in Bajo de Masinloc, a coral atoll, on Thursday morning, July 23, an official said. Philippine Coast Guard spokesperson Jay Tarriela said that no one was injured and that the two Filipino vessels successfully completed their fuel and food distribution to fishermen. On July 20, CCG personnel struck a Philippine Navy sailor on the head with a wooden baton in Ayungin Shoal. 📹 PCG

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‘WALA AKONG PAKIAALAM KAHIT MAUBOS LAHAT NG DE SA PILIPINAS’ WATCH: Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon warns district engineers and regional directors involved in anomalous flood control deals after his inspection of a non-existent project in Davao Occidental on Thursday, Sept. 25. Dizon said the district engineer admitted that he paid the contractor in full despite the incomplete structure. The project cost P96.5 million, contracted by the Discaya-owned St. Timothy Construction Corporation. | Lance Mejico

‘WALA AKONG PAKIAALAM KAHIT MAUBOS LAHAT NG DE SA PILIPINAS’ WATCH: Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon warns district engineers and regional directors involved in anomalous flood control deals after his inspection of a non-existent project in Davao Occidental on Thursday, Sept. 25. Dizon said the district engineer admitted that he paid the contractor in full despite the incomplete structure. The project cost P96.5 million, contracted by the Discaya-owned St. Timothy Construction Corporation. | Lance Mejico

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“WE WILL NOT BREAK” WATCH: VP Sara Duterte says her office will “stand tall, strong and resilient” amid the “crisis” in the agency. Duterte is at the center of investigations for a number of issues - from fund use to her ‘kill’ remark against the President | Lance Mejico 🎥 OVP

“WE WILL NOT BREAK” WATCH: VP Sara Duterte says her office will “stand tall, strong and resilient” amid the “crisis” in the agency. Duterte is at the center of investigations for a number of issues - from fund use to her ‘kill’ remark against the President | Lance Mejico 🎥 OVP

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PALACE: DELA ROSA NO LONGER INSIDE SENATE WATCH: Malacañang says sources have confirmed that Senator Bato dela Rosa is no longer inside the Senate building. Palace press officer Claire Castro says authorities are still verifying Dela Rosa’s whereabouts. | Tristan Nodalo

PALACE: DELA ROSA NO LONGER INSIDE SENATE WATCH: Malacañang says sources have confirmed that Senator Bato dela Rosa is no longer inside the Senate building. Palace press officer Claire Castro says authorities are still verifying Dela Rosa’s whereabouts. | Tristan Nodalo

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CASTRO ON CALLS FOR FREE NLEX TOLL: ‘BAKIT KA PA PAPASOK KUNG TRAPIK NA?’ WATCH: Malacañang questions proposals to temporarily waive NLEX toll fees for motorists affected by hours-long traffic caused by severe flooding in parts of the expressway. “Libre? Bakit ka pa papasok kung trapik na? Huwag na muna kayong dumaan doon,” Communications Undersecretary Claire Castro said on Tuesday, Sept.1. Castro argued that waiving toll fees could attract more vehicles and worsen congestion and any move to waive toll fees for motorists already caught in the gridlock should first come from NLEX management. | Tristan Nodalo

CASTRO ON CALLS FOR FREE NLEX TOLL: ‘BAKIT KA PA PAPASOK KUNG TRAPIK NA?’ WATCH: Malacañang questions proposals to temporarily waive NLEX toll fees for motorists affected by hours-long traffic caused by severe flooding in parts of the expressway. “Libre? Bakit ka pa papasok kung trapik na? Huwag na muna kayong dumaan doon,” Communications Undersecretary Claire Castro said on Tuesday, Sept.1. Castro argued that waiving toll fees could attract more vehicles and worsen congestion and any move to waive toll fees for motorists already caught in the gridlock should first come from NLEX management. | Tristan Nodalo

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'NAGULAT KAMI' WATCH: Prosecution witness Col. Magtanggol Panopio says he was surprised when he learned that the Department of Education, under the term of Vice President Sara Duterte in 2023, used his certification for the youth leadership summits in the 7th Infantry (Kaugnay) Division as a liquidation document. Speaking before the Impeachment Court on Tuesday, Sept. 1, Panopio said the certification was only issued to state that the summits were conducted. "Hindi po namin sine-certify anything about money or funds," he said. Panopio said he only learned about the DepEd use of his certification during the hearing of the House committee on good government and public accountability in 2024. | Lance Mejico

'NAGULAT KAMI' WATCH: Prosecution witness Col. Magtanggol Panopio says he was surprised when he learned that the Department of Education, under the term of Vice President Sara Duterte in 2023, used his certification for the youth leadership summits in the 7th Infantry (Kaugnay) Division as a liquidation document. Speaking before the Impeachment Court on Tuesday, Sept. 1, Panopio said the certification was only issued to state that the summits were conducted. "Hindi po namin sine-certify anything about money or funds," he said. Panopio said he only learned about the DepEd use of his certification during the hearing of the House committee on good government and public accountability in 2024. | Lance Mejico

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‘YOU CANNOT DARE QUESTION THE VICE PRESIDENT’S INSTRUCTION’ WATCH: Former Office of the Vice President special disbursing officer Gina Acosta cites two reasons for turning over the ₱125 million in confidential funds to former Vice Presidential Security and Protection Group head Raymund Lachica: + Lachica knew how to implement the funds + It was an order from Vice President Sara Duterte “Or you cannot dare question the vice president’s instruction,” private prosecutor Amando Ligutan adds. | Eimor Santos

‘YOU CANNOT DARE QUESTION THE VICE PRESIDENT’S INSTRUCTION’ WATCH: Former Office of the Vice President special disbursing officer Gina Acosta cites two reasons for turning over the ₱125 million in confidential funds to former Vice Presidential Security and Protection Group head Raymund Lachica: + Lachica knew how to implement the funds + It was an order from Vice President Sara Duterte “Or you cannot dare question the vice president’s instruction,” private prosecutor Amando Ligutan adds. | Eimor Santos

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‘YUNG P30,000 (FINE) KAYANG-KAYA NG ASAWA KO IYAN PERO ‘YUNG MA-ETHICS KA, SYEMPRE MAHIRAP ‘YUN’ WATCH: Senator Robin Padilla says Impeachment Court Presiding Officer Chiz Escudero should have named the senators, prosecutors, and defense lawyers who violated the sub judice rule by publicly discussing the merits of the impeachment case against Vice President Sara Duterte. Padilla says he checked whether he himself had committed any violations, noting that while the P30,000 fine would be a small amount, he could not risk facing an ethics complaint. | Eimor Santos

‘YUNG P30,000 (FINE) KAYANG-KAYA NG ASAWA KO IYAN PERO ‘YUNG MA-ETHICS KA, SYEMPRE MAHIRAP ‘YUN’ WATCH: Senator Robin Padilla says Impeachment Court Presiding Officer Chiz Escudero should have named the senators, prosecutors, and defense lawyers who violated the sub judice rule by publicly discussing the merits of the impeachment case against Vice President Sara Duterte. Padilla says he checked whether he himself had committed any violations, noting that while the P30,000 fine would be a small amount, he could not risk facing an ethics complaint. | Eimor Santos

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‘KUNG GUSTO MAGING PRESIDENTE, DAPAT MAS MAGING MASIPAG… HINDI NANOOD NG CONCERT NI TAYLOR SWIFT’ WATCH: Malacañang denied Davao City Mayor Baste Duterte’s claim that the impeachment case against Vice President Sara Duterte had been planned three years ago. Communications Undersecretary Claire Castro said that if the vice president had long intended to run for president in 2028, she should have focused more on her duties instead of traveling abroad and attending Taylor Swift concerts. | Tristan Nodalo

‘KUNG GUSTO MAGING PRESIDENTE, DAPAT MAS MAGING MASIPAG… HINDI NANOOD NG CONCERT NI TAYLOR SWIFT’ WATCH: Malacañang denied Davao City Mayor Baste Duterte’s claim that the impeachment case against Vice President Sara Duterte had been planned three years ago. Communications Undersecretary Claire Castro said that if the vice president had long intended to run for president in 2028, she should have focused more on her duties instead of traveling abroad and attending Taylor Swift concerts. | Tristan Nodalo

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SUNTAY'S SEXUAL REMARKS VS ANNE CURTIS STRICKEN OUT OF RECORDS WATCH: At the deliberations of the House justice committee on the impeachment suits against Vice President Sara Duterte, Quezon City Rep. Bong Suntay said he once had desires on actress and TV host Anne Curtis. "Sinabi niya lang iyon, nagpapatawa lang siya. Lastly, alam mo minsan nasa Shang-rila ako, nakita ko si Anne Curtis, ang ganda ganda pala niya. May desire sa loob ko na nag-init talaga at na-imagine ko na lang ang pwedeng mangyari. Siyempre hanggang imagination ko na lang 'yun. Siyempre hindi ako pwedeng kasuhan dahil kung ano-ano ang na-imagine ko," he said, while defending the remarks of Duterte as the "designated survivor." Suntay insisted there was no sexual innuendo with his remarks. The committee voted to strike his manifestations from the records. | Lance Mejico

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SUNTAY'S SEXUAL REMARKS VS ANNE CURTIS STRICKEN OUT OF RECORDS WATCH: At the deliberations of the House justice committee on the impeachment suits against Vice President Sara Duterte, Quezon City Rep. Bong Suntay said he once had desires on actress and TV host Anne Curtis. "Sinabi niya lang iyon, nagpapatawa lang siya. Lastly, alam mo minsan nasa Shang-rila ako, nakita ko si Anne Curtis, ang ganda ganda pala niya. May desire sa loob ko na nag-init talaga at na-imagine ko na lang ang pwedeng mangyari. Siyempre hanggang imagination ko na lang 'yun. Siyempre hindi ako pwedeng kasuhan dahil kung ano-ano ang na-imagine ko," he said, while defending the remarks of Duterte as the "designated survivor." Suntay insisted there was no sexual innuendo with his remarks. The committee voted to strike his manifestations from the records. | Lance Mejico

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'NAKAKAHIYA NAMAN — DAHIL SA IMPEACHMENT LANG, MAGPAPALIT NG LIDERATO' WATCH: Senator Erwin Tulfo denies knowledge of any efforts to unseat Senate President Tito Sotto ahead of a potential impeachment trial, adding that he sees no need for a change in leadership. Senator Loren Legarda, another member of the majority bloc, says "wala naman" but she stopped short of confirming whether colleagues had approached her regarding a brewing leadership coup. | Eimor Santos

'NAKAKAHIYA NAMAN — DAHIL SA IMPEACHMENT LANG, MAGPAPALIT NG LIDERATO' WATCH: Senator Erwin Tulfo denies knowledge of any efforts to unseat Senate President Tito Sotto ahead of a potential impeachment trial, adding that he sees no need for a change in leadership. Senator Loren Legarda, another member of the majority bloc, says "wala naman" but she stopped short of confirming whether colleagues had approached her regarding a brewing leadership coup. | Eimor Santos

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RAGING FLOODWATERS SWEEP THROUGH GORDON HEIGHTS, OLONGAPO WATCH: Raging floodwaters surge in Gordon Heights, Olongapo City on Saturday, Aug. 29, as heavy rains continue to batter the city. Zambales has been experiencing persistent rains since Friday due to the enhanced southwest monsoon or habagat, triggering flooding in several areas of Olongapo. | Tristan Nodalo 🎥 SK Renz Sanchez

RAGING FLOODWATERS SWEEP THROUGH GORDON HEIGHTS, OLONGAPO WATCH: Raging floodwaters surge in Gordon Heights, Olongapo City on Saturday, Aug. 29, as heavy rains continue to batter the city. Zambales has been experiencing persistent rains since Friday due to the enhanced southwest monsoon or habagat, triggering flooding in several areas of Olongapo. | Tristan Nodalo 🎥 SK Renz Sanchez

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MARCOS, DUTERTE MEETING? WATCH: Palace press officer Claire Castro neither confirms nor denies speculation that Vice President Sara Duterte sought a meeting with President Bongbong Marcos. Castro says Marcos remains open to reconciliation with anyone, not exclusively with the Dutertes. | Tristan Nodalo

MARCOS, DUTERTE MEETING? WATCH: Palace press officer Claire Castro neither confirms nor denies speculation that Vice President Sara Duterte sought a meeting with President Bongbong Marcos. Castro says Marcos remains open to reconciliation with anyone, not exclusively with the Dutertes. | Tristan Nodalo

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PADILLA TELLS PROSECUTION: EVEN OUR HEROES HAD ALIASES WATCH: Senator-judge Robin Padilla asks private prosecutor Mae Divinagracia if the prosecution is aware that even Filipino heroes used aliases, pointing out that aliases were necessary in times of war. Divinagracia says the circumstances today are different, and that the use of aliases is not the prosecution’s issue. She later notes that it has also not been established that the strange names listed as recipients of confidential funds were aliases. | Eimor Santos

PADILLA TELLS PROSECUTION: EVEN OUR HEROES HAD ALIASES WATCH: Senator-judge Robin Padilla asks private prosecutor Mae Divinagracia if the prosecution is aware that even Filipino heroes used aliases, pointing out that aliases were necessary in times of war. Divinagracia says the circumstances today are different, and that the use of aliases is not the prosecution’s issue. She later notes that it has also not been established that the strange names listed as recipients of confidential funds were aliases. | Eimor Santos

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[Trigger warning: Sensitive topic] WATCH: “Wala ka sa mood, paano ako?” In a hearing on sexual harassment, Senator Robin Padilla asked what husbands can do if their wives are not in the mood for sex | Eimor Santos

[Trigger warning: Sensitive topic] WATCH: “Wala ka sa mood, paano ako?” In a hearing on sexual harassment, Senator Robin Padilla asked what husbands can do if their wives are not in the mood for sex | Eimor Santos

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‘PWEDE PALAMPASIN ANG ALLEGED GRAVE THREATS KUNG MAY LEHITIMONG DAHILAN?’ WATCH: Senator-judge Risa Hontiveros questions the relevance of showing the video of Vice President Sara Duterte’s chief of staff, Zuleika Lopez, during the cross-examination of a witness in relation to alleged threats against President Marcos, the First Lady, and former Speaker Martin Romualdez. “Sinasabi ba ng depensa na yung mga alleged threats or alleged incitements ni VP Duterte ay prompted nung detention ni Atty. Lopez,” Hontiveros asks, referring to the chief of staff of the Office of the Vice President. Defense lawyer Carlo Narvasa replies in the affirmative, arguing that the alleged threats stemmed from what he described as the House of Representatives’ “systematic oppression.” Hontiveros then asks, “Position po ba ng depensa na pwede palampsin ang alleged grave threats kung may masasabing lehitimong dahilan para magbanta?” “That’s not the point,” Narvasa responds. Presiding officer Chiz Escudero then reminds senator-judges to avoid questions that would require counsel to draw legal conclusions, saying such arguments are more appropriate during closing arguments. | Eimor Santos

‘PWEDE PALAMPASIN ANG ALLEGED GRAVE THREATS KUNG MAY LEHITIMONG DAHILAN?’ WATCH: Senator-judge Risa Hontiveros questions the relevance of showing the video of Vice President Sara Duterte’s chief of staff, Zuleika Lopez, during the cross-examination of a witness in relation to alleged threats against President Marcos, the First Lady, and former Speaker Martin Romualdez. “Sinasabi ba ng depensa na yung mga alleged threats or alleged incitements ni VP Duterte ay prompted nung detention ni Atty. Lopez,” Hontiveros asks, referring to the chief of staff of the Office of the Vice President. Defense lawyer Carlo Narvasa replies in the affirmative, arguing that the alleged threats stemmed from what he described as the House of Representatives’ “systematic oppression.” Hontiveros then asks, “Position po ba ng depensa na pwede palampsin ang alleged grave threats kung may masasabing lehitimong dahilan para magbanta?” “That’s not the point,” Narvasa responds. Presiding officer Chiz Escudero then reminds senator-judges to avoid questions that would require counsel to draw legal conclusions, saying such arguments are more appropriate during closing arguments. | Eimor Santos

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‘WE CANNOT AFFORD IT’ WATCH: Senate President Win Gatchalian says the Senate cannot afford to grant Vice President Sara Duterte’s request for the chamber to shoulder the food, beverage, and catering costs of her defense team throughout the impeachment trial. Gatchalian said that while the Senate still has available funds, it will need to rent the Philippine International Convention Center for deliberations on the proposed 2027 national budget because its committee rooms are occupied for the trial. “In short, wala kaming pondo para magbigay ng pagkain,” Gatchalian said. | Eimor Santos

‘WE CANNOT AFFORD IT’ WATCH: Senate President Win Gatchalian says the Senate cannot afford to grant Vice President Sara Duterte’s request for the chamber to shoulder the food, beverage, and catering costs of her defense team throughout the impeachment trial. Gatchalian said that while the Senate still has available funds, it will need to rent the Philippine International Convention Center for deliberations on the proposed 2027 national budget because its committee rooms are occupied for the trial. “In short, wala kaming pondo para magbigay ng pagkain,” Gatchalian said. | Eimor Santos

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CASTRO: HUWAG MAGPA-REGISTER SA ‘KULTO, KAMPON NG KASAMAAN’ WATCH: Palace press officer Claire Castro ended her press briefing on Monday, June 29, by urging Filipinos not to wish death or harm on others, saying such acts reflect the behavior of a “cult” or “forces of evil.” “Ang bagong Pilipino ay hindi ipinagdarasal ang kamatayan ng kapwa. Ito ay gawain ng isang kulto, gawain ng kampon ng kasamaan. Huwag po kayong magpa-register sa ganiyang klaseng samahan,” Castro said. | Tristan Nodalo

CASTRO: HUWAG MAGPA-REGISTER SA ‘KULTO, KAMPON NG KASAMAAN’ WATCH: Palace press officer Claire Castro ended her press briefing on Monday, June 29, by urging Filipinos not to wish death or harm on others, saying such acts reflect the behavior of a “cult” or “forces of evil.” “Ang bagong Pilipino ay hindi ipinagdarasal ang kamatayan ng kapwa. Ito ay gawain ng isang kulto, gawain ng kampon ng kasamaan. Huwag po kayong magpa-register sa ganiyang klaseng samahan,” Castro said. | Tristan Nodalo

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PIA CAYETANO ARRIVES WITH 18 EX-MARINES FOR FLOOD CONTROL HEARING WATCH: Senator Pia Cayetano arrived at the Senate session hall accompanied by 18 former Marines ahead of the hearing on the alleged flood control scandal. Cayetano claimed the witnesses had been prevented from attending the proceedings, prompting her to bring them to the Senate to ensure they could testify. The senator also maintained that she still has the authority to conduct the hearing despite the ongoing leadership dispute in the chamber. | Tristan Nodalo 📹 Niño Manalo

PIA CAYETANO ARRIVES WITH 18 EX-MARINES FOR FLOOD CONTROL HEARING WATCH: Senator Pia Cayetano arrived at the Senate session hall accompanied by 18 former Marines ahead of the hearing on the alleged flood control scandal. Cayetano claimed the witnesses had been prevented from attending the proceedings, prompting her to bring them to the Senate to ensure they could testify. The senator also maintained that she still has the authority to conduct the hearing despite the ongoing leadership dispute in the chamber. | Tristan Nodalo 📹 Niño Manalo

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PAGCOR FINES GAMING FIRM ₱1M OVER IVANA ALAWI PROMO WATCH: PAGCOR Chairman Alejandro Tengco said the agency fined an online gaming company ₱1 million for an unauthorized promotional campaign featuring content creator Ivana Alawi during House deliberations on the regulator’s proposed 2027 budget on Monday, Aug. 24. The fine stemmed from a viral mobile phone giveaway campaign featuring Alawi, which Tengco said was conducted without PAGCOR’s approval. The company was ordered to stop the promotion and warned that repeat violations could result in heavier fines, suspension, and eventual cancellation of its license. | Sophia Sioco

PAGCOR FINES GAMING FIRM ₱1M OVER IVANA ALAWI PROMO WATCH: PAGCOR Chairman Alejandro Tengco said the agency fined an online gaming company ₱1 million for an unauthorized promotional campaign featuring content creator Ivana Alawi during House deliberations on the regulator’s proposed 2027 budget on Monday, Aug. 24. The fine stemmed from a viral mobile phone giveaway campaign featuring Alawi, which Tengco said was conducted without PAGCOR’s approval. The company was ordered to stop the promotion and warned that repeat violations could result in heavier fines, suspension, and eventual cancellation of its license. | Sophia Sioco

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REWATCH: Ipinag-utos ni Senate President Chiz Escudero na pag-aralan kung posibleng pagsamahin sa isang araw ang ilang public holiday – dahil masyado na raw maraming non-working day sa bansa | Eimor Santos

REWATCH: Ipinag-utos ni Senate President Chiz Escudero na pag-aralan kung posibleng pagsamahin sa isang araw ang ilang public holiday – dahil masyado na raw maraming non-working day sa bansa | Eimor Santos

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GATCHALIAN ON LEGARDA: ‘MERON SIYANG SAKIT NA SERYOSO’ WATCH: Senate President Win Gatchalian says Senator Loren Legarda told him that she has a serious illness, details of which he did not disclose. He adds that she has not received her salary since filing for medical leave. Legarda first filed for leave for the week of Aug. 3, when she also confirmed that she had left the country. She has since extended her leave to next week, making it a month-long absence. Legarda earlier called on the public not to read into her leave, denying that it is connected to the preliminary investigation she is facing over her alleged role in the solar energy projects of her son, Batangas Rep. Leandro Leviste. | Eimor Santos

GATCHALIAN ON LEGARDA: ‘MERON SIYANG SAKIT NA SERYOSO’ WATCH: Senate President Win Gatchalian says Senator Loren Legarda told him that she has a serious illness, details of which he did not disclose. He adds that she has not received her salary since filing for medical leave. Legarda first filed for leave for the week of Aug. 3, when she also confirmed that she had left the country. She has since extended her leave to next week, making it a month-long absence. Legarda earlier called on the public not to read into her leave, denying that it is connected to the preliminary investigation she is facing over her alleged role in the solar energy projects of her son, Batangas Rep. Leandro Leviste. | Eimor Santos

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WATCH: A video obtained by CNN Philippines shows a member of the Office for Transportation Security seemingly swallowing the dollar bills she allegedly stole from a passenger at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 1.

WATCH: A video obtained by CNN Philippines shows a member of the Office for Transportation Security seemingly swallowing the dollar bills she allegedly stole from a passenger at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 1.

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‘WE WILL NOT SACRIFICE OUR ENVIRONMENT FOR PAX SILICA’ WATCH: Environment Secretary Mitch Cuna assured the public that environmental safeguards would be strictly enforced for projects under the US-led supply chain initiative Pax Silica, including the planned AI hub in the country. Cuna said the government would not sacrifice the environment for development projects. He also said he expects President Bongbong Marcos to outline plans for building more disaster-resilient communities in his State of the Nation Address. | Tristan Nodalo #SONA2026

‘WE WILL NOT SACRIFICE OUR ENVIRONMENT FOR PAX SILICA’ WATCH: Environment Secretary Mitch Cuna assured the public that environmental safeguards would be strictly enforced for projects under the US-led supply chain initiative Pax Silica, including the planned AI hub in the country. Cuna said the government would not sacrifice the environment for development projects. He also said he expects President Bongbong Marcos to outline plans for building more disaster-resilient communities in his State of the Nation Address. | Tristan Nodalo #SONA2026

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