Day: November 18, 2025

Manila: Leaders of the Lakas – Christian Muslim Democrats (Lakas-CMD) have expressed their collective support for party president, former Speaker and Leyte 1st District Representative Martin Romualdez, as he faces allegations regarding budget insertions and infrastructure projects. According to Philippines News Agency, the Lakas-CMD leaders issued a statement emphasizing that no evidence has been presented in any sworn or validated proceeding that implicates Rep. Romualdez in any misconduct. They asserted that the factual record is clear and uncontested and that justice should be based on evidence rather than pressure, speculation, or political noise. The party leaders further clarified that all

Manila: The Philippine National Police (PNP) has moved to ensure that dismissed, settled, or acquitted cases will not cause unnecessary delays or ‘hits’ in police clearances. The initiative aims to tighten data accuracy across all police units and protect citizens from the inconvenience of outdated or uncorrected entries in the PNP’s Crime Information Reporting and Analysis System (CIRAS). According to Philippines News Agency, acting PNP chief Lt. Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. emphasized the importance of promptly updating the system with court orders or resolutions. “May standing directive po tayo na once a court order or resolution is received, dapat

Pasay city: Gymnastic Association of the Philippines (GAP) president Cynthia Carrion is optimistic about Karl Eldrew Yulo’s prospects in the 3rd FIG Artistic Gymnastics Junior World Championships, set to commence at the Manila Marriott Hotel in Newport World Resorts on Thursday. According to Philippines News Agency, Eldrew, the younger brother of Paris Olympics double-gold medalist Carlos Edriel Yulo, is seen as a strong contender for medals. Carrion shared her confidence during the Philippine Sportswriters Association (PSA) Forum at the Philippine Sports Commission conference room, noting that Eldrew has undergone intensive training in Japan for five months under the guidance of

Manila: The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved the testing of a financial technology firm’s products and services at the commission’s regulatory sandbox. Philippine-based Blockshoals Technologies, Inc. is the fourth firm that will utilize StratBox, a facility that tests fintech’s products and services in a controlled environment for a period of 24 months, the commission said in a statement Tuesday. According to Philippines News Agency, the SEC’s commission en banc approved Blockshoals’ sandbox testing on November 12. The testing is in line with the commission’s Memorandum Circular No. 9, Series of 2024, which provides tech-focused firms the opportunity to

Manila: The Philippine economy remains robust and poised for new investments, according to Malaca±ang, as the Marcos administration continues its vigorous fight against corruption. According to Philippines News Agency, Palace Press Officer Claire Castro highlighted in a briefing that the government has developed a ‘comprehensive catch-up plan’ aimed at meeting its economic goals while intensifying efforts to hold accountable those involved in corruption scandals and flood control anomalies. Under the leadership of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., the economy is described as being on solid ground and welcoming to investors. The government is focused on ensuring the country’s fiscal health