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What President Marcos must do as Filipinos rage against corruption, says Gringo Honasan
As nationwide protests against corruption loom on September 21, former Senator Gregorio “Gringo” Honasan urged President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to act as a leader for all Filipinos, regardless of political affiliation. In an interview on DZRH News’ Special on Saturday on September 20, Honasan said…
The uncomfortable truth: Filipinos see corruption as acceptable, to some extent
Corruption in the Philippines has persisted for decades not only because it is committed in secrecy or tolerated by institutions, but also because many Filipinos see it as acceptable—especially when they directly benefit from it. In an interview on DZRH News’ Special on Saturday program on…
Here’s how you can view your PSA certificates online
The Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) has made it easier for Filipinos to access their civil documents. The PSA announced that Filipinos can now view their official documents, such as birth and marriage certificates online. In June, National Statistician Dennis Mapa issued an advisory…
House Speaker Bojie Dy revokes Rep. Zaldy Co’s travel clearance, orders return to PH
House Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III has revoked the travel clearance of Ako Bicol partylist Rep. Elizaldy “Zaldy” Co and directed him to return to the Philippines within ten days. In a formal letter dated September 18, Dy told Co that his travel clearance for a personal trip was “revoked…
To secure Manila’s future: Isko Moreno moves to hasten rollout of long-term drainage master plan
Manila City Mayor Francisco “Isko” Moreno Domagoso wants the drainage master plan in motion fast, stressing that the next generation of Manileños deserves to grow up in a city no longer crippled by constant floods. On Thursday, September 18, Domagoso personally handed over the city’s long-term…
‘Pork barrel ng DBM?’: Senators flag ghost projects in unprogrammed funds
Senators turned up the heat on the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) over its handling of unprogrammed appropriations, warning that the ballooning funds are eerily becoming the agency’s version of pork barrel. “Ang magic, nasa DBM,” Senator Imee Marcos said, stressing that the DBM should…
Henry Alcantara to be detained for lying in Senate hearing
Former Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Bulacan 1st District Engineer Henry Alcantara was cited in contempt by the Senate Blue Ribbon Committee on Thursday, September 18, for allegedly lying in its ongoing investigation into ghost flood control projects. Alcantara, already dismissed…
Curlee Discaya cited in contempt for lying about Sarah’s whereabouts
Contractor Pacifico “Curlee” Discaya was cited in contempt by the Senate Blue Ribbon Committee on Thursday, September 18, after allegedly lying about the absence of his wife, Sarah Discaya, from the panel’s hearing on flood control projects. Curlee initially told senators that Sarah could not…
Lacson hopeful independent probe can bring justice to nation ‘drowning’ in corruption
Senate President Pro Tempore Panfilo “Ping” Lacson on Monday, September 15, expressed hope that the newly formed Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) will bring justice to a nation he described as “drowning in corruption.” Lacson welcomed the appointment of former Supreme Court Justice…
President Marcos revives LGU approval rule to curb corruption in public works
President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. on Monday, September 15, ordered all government agencies to restore the rule requiring local government units (LGUs) to formally accept national projects before these can be considered complete. Marcos said the acceptance process, which was removed under…
Marcos says he would rally against ‘crocs’ too if he weren’t President
Instead of silencing public anger, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. leaned into it, saying that if he were not the country’s Chief Executive, he might well be on the streets himself, railing against those accused of siphoning billions from flood control projects. Marcos made the remark on Monday…
Apple-powered learning hub? Isko Moreno wants modern computers, devices in new Manila public library
In Manila’s newest public library, shelves of books will sit side by side with Apple computers, a blend of tradition and technology that Mayor Francisco “Isko” Moreno Domagoso hopes will draw a new generation of readers and learners. Domagoso shared his vision as he led the groundbreaking of the…
‘People are out for blood,’ warns ex-DILG chief Rafael Alunan amid public outrage over corruption crisis
“People are out for blood and revenge, and reason may no longer prevail this time.” This was the warning of former Interior Secretary Rafael Alunan III, who lamented that decades of weakened moral foundations have paved the way for corruption scandals now fueling widespread outrage. Amid mounting…
Isko Moreno celebrates President Marcos’ birthday as Manila expands public healthcare services
Manila City Mayor Francisco “Isko” Moreno Domagoso on Saturday, September 13, greeted President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. a happy birthday as the city expands its healthcare services with the help of the national government. Domagoso led officials and residents in singing “Happy Birthday”…
Retired AFP, PNP officers call on Martin Romualdez to resign as House Speaker
Retired officers of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and Philippine National Police (PNP), joined by civil society allies, have called on House Speaker Martin Romualdez to resign, amid public outrage on alleged corruption and misuse of billions of public funds. The appeal was also aired…