The Manila Times joins media groups in signing covenant vs fake news
MANILA, Philippines — The Manila Times joined other media groups and the academe in signing a covenant against fake news on Friday.
Election latest news
Deadline extended to file intent to join BARMM polls
FOR the second time, the Commission on Elections (Comelec) has extended the deadline for the filing of Manifestations of Intent to Participate (MIPs) in the forthcoming May 2025 Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) parliamentary elections.
Comelec issues guidelines on COCs
MANILA, Philippines — The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has issued the guidelines for the filing of certificates of candidacy (COC) for those intending to run in the May 2025 midterm elections.
Philippine Mayor Was Behind Congressman’s Killing, Police Say
MANILA — The Philippine police said on Thursday that a mayor had ordered the killing of a congressman who was gunned down shortly before Christmas, and that one of the men he hired to carry out the assassination had been arrested.
Chappatte on the Philippine Election
With more than 92 percent of the votes counted Tuesday, Rodrigo Duterte appeared to have an unbeatable lead in the presidential race.
Overseas voter registration still below projected numbers
WITH just over a month left before the end of the Overseas Voter Registration Period, the projected numbers of the Commission on Elections (Comelec) for the 2025 midterm polls remain unmet.
Fewer OFWs opting to register for 2025 polls
MANILA, Philippines — Fewer Filipinos abroad are opting to register for the May 2025 midterm elections, according to the Commission on Elections.
Mayors back Chavit Singson for senator
MAYORS across the country have endorsed Chavit Singson as their candidate for senator in the 2025 elections.