President Rodrigo Duterte practically ruled out resuming negotiations with the communists when he revealed the conditions he wants them to meet for the talks to continue.
Matanda na ‘ko! Duterte won’t stay ’til 2022 if new Constitution is finished
President Rodrigo Duterte has no plans of finishing his term once Congress comes up with a new Constitution and it is accepted by Filipinos in a plebiscite.
Duterte prefers joint exploration of West PH Sea with China: Parang dalawa tayong may-ari!
President Rodrigo Duterte sees no problem with undertaking joint exploration of the West Philippine Sea with China, comparing it to co-ownership of the disputed waters.
Nagbanggaan! Cam accuses solon of being a gambling operator, solon calls her stupid
There is hardly ever a shortage of insults hurled in the House of Representatives, as shown by the heated exchange between Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office board member Sandra Cam and Negros Oriental Rep. Arnulfo Teves during the House probe Wednesday on the alleged irregularities in small town lottery operations.
Walang tatalo sa Presidente! Koko calls Duterte PDP-Laban’s ‘best recruiter’
Senator Koko Pimentel has described President Rodrigo Duterte, chairman of the Partido Demokratiko Pilipino–Lakas ng Bayan (PDP Laban), as “the best recruiter to our Party.”
Pilipino lang pwede: Duterte threatens war if foreigners fish in Philippine Rise
President Rodrigo Duterte has threatened to go to war over the fishes in Philippine Rise.
Partying with the enemy: Drilon frowns on PDP-Laban’s socials with Chinese leaders
The joint celebration of the 36th founding anniversary of the Partido Demokratiko Pilipino–Lakas ng Bayan (PDP Laban), and launch of Chinese President Xi Jinping’s book leaves a “bad taste” in the mouth.
Vote for BBL! Zubiri urges colleagues to ‘be on right side of history’
Senator Migz Zubiri on Wednesday appealed to colleagues to thrust themselves “on the right side of history” by passing the proposed Bangsamoro Basic Law (BBL).
Feeling the heat! Sereno admits needing a break to prepare for impeachment ‘fight’
Beleaguered Supreme Court (SC) Chief Justice Maria Lourdes Sereno has asked for prayers in support for her upcoming impeachment trial at the Senate.
Tigasin! Sereno’s camp insists she won’t resign
The camp of Supreme Court (SC) Chief Justice Maria Lourdes stressed that even the high tribunal cannot force her to resign.
Bam backs DFA’s plan to oppose China-named features in PH Rise: Sana di lang salita
Senator Bam Aquino on Wednesday said the declaration of the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) to contest the China-named features in the Philippine Rise is “one step” toward safeguarding the country’s territory.
Para ‘di na maisahan ng China? Duterte sends Marines to guard Philippine Rise
President Rodrigo Duterte is no longer taking any chances after the Chinese succeeded in giving their own names to features of the Philippine Rise.
Alibaba sets up AI research centre in Singapore
Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba on Wednesday opened an artificial intelligence research institute in Singapore in partnership with a local university, as the battle to develop AI technology heats up.
Sinong niloko niyo? Palace: Omidyar Network’s donation doesn’t erase Rappler’s crime
Omidyar Network’s donation of its Philippine Depositary Recripts (PDRs) to its Filipino managers doesn’t erase the fact that the online news site Rappler violated the Constitution, Malacañang said Wednesday (February 28).
Para iwas sniper attack: Duterte urges Maranaos not to build skyscrapers in Marawi
President Rodrigo Duterte teased Maranaos for their fondness for high-rise buildings that were ceverly used by Maute snipers to parry the military’s attack during the Marawi siege.
World braces for blowback from Xi lifetime power play in China
President Xi Jinping’s leap toward lifelong rule has largely been met by guarded silence in world capitals as governments try to predict how China’s formidable leader will wield his newfound power on the global stage.
Survivor groups skip Indonesia ‘terrorist-victim’ meeting
A group of terror attack survivors boycotted Indonesia’s first-ever meeting between former militants and their victims Wednesday, souring an event that had been hailed as a key step towards reconciliation.
Malapit nang maging general! Army promotes Sara Duterte to colonel
Davao City Mayor Sara Duterte has earned another feather in her cap– an Army colonel.
Saudi crown prince says reforms aimed at ‘cancer’ of corruption
Saudi Arabia’s crown prince says the anti-corruption drive launched late last year is the “shock therapy” his kingdom needs to root out widespread graft.
Koko itching to get Sereno impeachment in Senate hands — Alvarez
Senate President Koko Pimentel cannot wait to get his and the Senate’s hand on the impeachment trial against Chief Justice Maria Lourdes Sereno, House Speaker Pantaleon Alvarez said.
Ready for war! Sara Duterte promoted Army reserve colonel
A day after President Duterte considered arming reservists to combat terrorists, Davao City Mayor Sara Duterte- Carpio has earned the rank of colonel in the Philippine Army’s reserve force.
Duterte asks for Maranaos’ forgiveness over Marawi crisis: Alam kong magkakagulo
President Rodrigo Duterte sought forgiveness from Maranaos Wednesday (February 28) over the five-month clash in Marawi City, saying he knew beforehand that the terror threat in the area will worsen.
Too late the hero: PH to contest China’s naming of Benham Rise features
The Philippine government is planning to contest the China-named features in the Philippine Rise (formerly Benham Rise) region, Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) Undersecretary Ernesto Abella confirmed Wednesday.
Keep your dirty laundry: Drilon says justices shouldn’t rat on High Court catfight
Senate Minority Leader Franklin Drilon on Wednesday urged the Supreme Court magistrates to spare the entire judicial institution from their infighting, brought about by the impeachment complaint against Chief Justice Maria Lourdes Sereno.
