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Definitely, the most important news this past week was the release on bail of former Sen. Leila de Lima. She has been incarcerated for almost seven years, mostly during the term of Rodrigo Duterte. It is not surprising that she has been released under the new President.
There’s a lot of understandable rejoicing over the release, even if still temporary, of former senator Leila de Lima. Her release on P300,000 bail, however, is yet another indictment of the inefficiency of the Philippine justice system.
Senator Christopher "Bong" Go, in an interview on Saturday, November 11, after his visit to government military troops stationed in the Island Garden City of Samal, Davao del Norte, underscored the importance of efficient government spending, especially in light of the ongoing Senate plenary budget deliberations. He also emphasized that prioritizing the needs of the less fortunate and ensuring their welfare must remain a top consideration.
MANILA, Philippines — As former Senator Leila De Lima works to rebuild her life following a Muntinlupa court’s granting of her bail, human rights groups and minority lawmakers have sounded a rallying cry to hold her jailers accountable for subjecting her to what they have described as an unjust and prolonged detention.
Senator Alan Peter Cayetano on Sunday urged newly elected Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan officials to join the fight toward a drug-free Philippines.
MANILA, Philippines – Adamson Soaring Falcons head coach Nash Racela lamented their free throw disparity with the Ateneo Blue Eagles following their crucial 62-58 loss in Sunday’s UAAAP Season 86 action.
Sen. Grace Poe implored government regulators and telecommunications companies (telcos) to boost their linkages to provide free wifi services to needy public schools.
Japan will work with the Philippines to strengthen cooperation in maintaining and strengthening a free and open international order based on the rule of law amid complex crises facing the international community, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said on Friday.