SC: Gadon guilty of gross misconduct anew
MANILA, Philippines — The Supreme Court (SC) has again penalized disbarred lawyer Larry Gadon, this time for gross misconduct for committing perjury and making accusations based on hearsay.
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House censures Alvarez over ‘seditious’ remarks
MANILA, Philippines — The House of Representatives issued last night the penalty of censure against Davao del Norte 1st District Rep. Pantaleon Alvarez following the “disorderly conduct” complaint filed against him over his call to the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) to withdraw their support of President Marcos in April.
Canadian in Batangas P9.6 billion shabu haul to face raps
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Justice (DOJ) will file charges against a Canadian who was implicated in the recovery of shabu valued at P9.6 billion in Alitagtag, Batangas on April 15.
House reduces Alvarez penalty to censure from 60-day suspension
MANILA, Philippines — The House of Representatives on Wednesday decided to censure Davao del Norte 1st District Rep. Pantaleon Alvarez instead of the initial recommendation to suspend him for 60 days over «unparliamentary and inappropriate statements which reflected negatively upon the dignity, integrity, and reputation of the House.»
DILG comes down hard on Bamban, Tarlac mayor
INTERIOR Secretary Benjamin Abalos Jr. yesterday ordered the National Police Commission (NAPOLCOM) to initiate proceedings that will strip controversial Bamban, Tarlac Mayor Alice Gou of supervisory powers over the town’s police force.
Guo admits owning helicopter, not luxury car
MANILA, Philippines — Mayor Alice Guo of Bamban, Tarlac denied owning a luxury vehicle, a McLaren 620R, that was put on a car show contest in the nearby town of Concepcion and won.
House ethics body ‘unanimously’ decides to sanction Alvarez
MANILA, Philippines — The House ethics committee has “unanimously” decided to impose an administrative sanction against former speaker Pantaleon Alvarez for alleged disorderly behavior, following his purported seditious remarks against the Marcos administration.
Jasmine Curtis-Smith shares alternative to not wearing bra in summer
MANILA, Philippines — Last month, House Deputy Majority Leader and former Health secretary Janette Garin advised women to skip wearing underwear at home this summer to prevent fungal infections.