Day: February 25, 2025

Sorsogon: Senate President Francis Escudero detailed on Tuesday the anticipated timeline of the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Z. Duterte, emphasizing adherence to constitutional procedures. During a press conference in Sorsogon, Escudero clarified that the impeachment trial is unlikely to commence before late July, dismissing speculations of an earlier start. “The earliest possible trial date would be July 29 or 30, after the Senate resumes (sessions) following President Ferdinand (R.) Marcos Jr.’s State of the Nation Address (SONA) on July 28,” he said. According to Philippines News Agency, Escudero explained that while the impeachment complaint was filed before Congress

Nasugbu: Allaeza Mae Gulmatico and Maria Louisse Crisselle Alejado have made Iloilo proud by securing double golds in their respective individual time trial (ITT) races during the PhilCycling National Championships for Road. The event was presented by the MVP Sports Foundation and Standard Insurance. According to Philippines News Agency, Gulmatico triumphed in the Women’s Youth 1 ITT, completing the 5.38-km course in 14 minutes and 45.90 seconds. The race, held in Nasugbu and Batulao in Batangas, saw Gulmatico narrowly defeating Ysabel Nicole Jamero by just 38-hundredth of a second. Joanna Mae Armendez secured third place, finishing almost 50 seconds behind

Navotas City: The Marcos administration-backed Senate slate, Alyansa Para sa Bagong Pilipinas, is experiencing a surge in public support as it campaigns across the country, with large turnouts reflecting strong grassroots enthusiasm for its candidates and the administration’s vision for governance. According to Philippines News Agency, Navotas City Representative Toby Tiangco, who serves as the campaign manager of Alyansa, highlighted the overwhelming reception of the slate during its recent campaign stops in key regions, including Laoag City, Ilocos Norte; Iloilo City; Carmen, Davao del Norte; Pasay City, Metro Manila; Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental; and Victorias City in Negros Occidental province.

Cebu: The Philippine Trail Running Association (Philtra) is gearing up for its National Championships set to take place from March 21 to 23 in Danao, Cebu. This event will bring the sport of trail running into the limelight, featuring the challenging terrains that have become characteristic of this rapidly expanding sport. According to Philippines News Agency, the championship is the final stage of a series of nationwide qualifying events held last year. It will serve as the selection ground for the new roster of the Philippine trail running team, which will compete in international competitions. The races will include distances

SAN FERNANDO: The OFW Hospital is set to reach more people as it expands services beyond overseas Filipino workers (OFWs). According to Philippines News Agency, on Tuesday, the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) signed a memorandum of agreement with the Department of Health (DOH) 3 (Central Luzon), Jose B. Lingad Memorial General Hospital (JBLMGH), and the provincial government of Pampanga. This agreement will allow a wider reach for medical care to Pampanga residents and the general public. Migrant Workers Secretary Hans Leo Cacdac and Pampanga Vice Governor Lilia Pineda led the signing during the DMW Bagong Pilipinas OFW Caravan at