

Barzaga misinformed: Sara Duterte reveals Imee Marcos convinced her to run for VP; Romualdez not in the picture
Vice President Sara Duterte clarified that Speaker Martin Romualdez has nothing to do with her decision to run for vice president in the last elections. It was Senator Imee Marcos who eventually persuaded the former Davao City mayor to join the vice presidential race.
Barzaga misinformed: Sara Duterte reveals Imee Marcos convinced her to run for VP; Romualdez not in the picture
Vice President Sara Duterte clarified that Speaker Martin Romualdez has nothing to do with her decision to run for vice president in the last elections. It was Senator Imee Marcos who eventually persuaded the former Davao City mayor to join the vice presidential race.
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Still behind bars: De Lima bail petition denied
Muntinlupa City Judge Romeo Buenaventura has denied the bail petition of detained former senator Leila De Lima.

Marcos to Pinoy envoys: Seek non-traditional trade, security partners
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. told Filipino envoys to continuously look for “non-traditional” partners in terms of trade, and security and defense requirements of the country.

Hindi mapagpatol: Barzaga lauds Romualdez for taking moral high ground amid ‘rift’ with Sara Duterte
Cavite Rep. Elpidio Barzaga Jr. on Wednesday lauded Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez for taking the moral high ground and refusing to engage with the latest swipe made by Vice President Sara Duterte.

House panel OKs resolution commending Juliana Gomez on fending win
The House Committee on Youth and Sports Development has recommended to the House of Representatives the adoption of a resolution commending fencing champion Juliana Maria Beatrice Gomez.

Babalik na Dabarkads! TVJ finds new home in MVP’s TV5
The comedic trio of Tito Sotto, Vic Sotto and Joey De Leon will appear on TV5 soon along with the “Dabarkads,” or other long-time hosts of Eat Bulaga! after signing an agreement with the Manny Pangilinan-owned network.

Marcos: Fast-track rollout of PRDP Scale-Up
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. urged various stakeholders to expedite the Philippine Rural Development Project Scale-Up that aims to develop the country’s agricultural sector.
Paspasan na! DOTr: NAIA privatization could happen by 1Q24
The privatization of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) may be implemented by the first quarter of 2024, an official of the Department of Transportation said.
Katrina Ponce Enrile takes oath as new CEZA chief: My first role as a public servant starts today
Politiko scion and businesswoman Katrina Ponce-Enrile has officially assumed the role as new administrator and CEO of the Cagayan Economic Zone Authority.
Denial of De Lima bail petition dismays lawmakers
Militant lawmakers were dismayed by the decision of the Muntinlupa Court denying the petition of former Sen. Leila de Lima to post bail.
Visa-free travel to Canada: A guide to applying for electronic travel authority
In a new simplified entry process to Canada, Filipinos who previously held a Canadian visa in the past 10 years or those in possession of a US non-immigrant visa can skip the visa process and simply apply for an electronic travel authority (eTA).
‘Tuloy pa rin ang tuwa’t saya’: Tito Sotto grateful for ‘fresh start’ in TV5
Grateful for the “fresh start” at TV5 network, former Senate President Tito Sotto says he and the rest of the Dabarkads will continue to bring joy and fun entertainment to Filipinos.
Goodbye GMA-7, hello TV5! Tito, Vic & Joey move to new home network
MediaQuest group president Jane Basas said she is “happy” that the iconic trio of former Sen. Tito Sotto, Vic Sotto and Joey de Leon would now call TV5 network their “home” after signing an agreement to produce content for the network and affiliated platforms.
Lucky in love: Sonny Angara pays sweet birthday tribute to wife Tootsy
Senator Sonny Angara thanks his wife Tootsty for filling his life with love, joy and laughter.
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May asylum ba diyan? Arnie Teves reportedly flies to Vanuatu, goes state hopping for refuge
Suspended Negros Oriental Rep. Arnolfo “Arnie” Teves Jr. is reportedly making the rounds of island states to seek refuge after his political asylum bid in Timor-Leste was rejected, Politiko has learned.
Gustong ma-KO kahirapan! Manny Pacquiao reportedly eyed as DSWD undersecretary
Over a year after losing in the 2022 presidential race, former senator Manny Pacquiao might be returning to government soon as an official of the Marcos administration.
From NBI to Camp Crame: Benhur Abalos OKs transfer of gunmen in Degamo slay
Interior Secretary Benhur Abalos has reportedly signed off on the transfer of the 11 gunmen tagged in the assassination of Negros Oriental Governor Roel Degamo to the Philippine National Police Custodial Center at Camp Crame, Politiko learned.
Gloria Arroyo’s political capital in shambles? 100 lawmakers still reportedly hold grudges over budget cuts
Former President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo’s political capital may be at risk as around 100 lawmakers are reportedly harboring resentment for the budget cuts during her stint as House Speaker, according to a PoliSkooper.
‘I am sorry’: Some congressmen allegedly mocked GMA’s cunning bid to rally their support in ousting Romualdez as Speaker
A Poliskooper claimed that at least four congressmen have turned down overtures from Pampanga Rep. Gloria Macapagal Arroyo in relation to an alleged ouster plot against Speaker Martin Romualdez.
May star power! Ria Atayde reportedly eyed as MMDA spox
Ria Atayde is reportedly being considered for appointment as the new spokesperson of the Metro Manila Development Authority, Politiko has learned.