Duterte Orders Immediate Closure of Resorts Without Nurse, First Aid Medicines

President Rodrigo Duterte has ordered the immediate closure of resorts and similar tourist destinations that have no nurse and first-aid medicines in case there is an accident or emergency. The president’s order comes a day after ABS-CBN broadcast journalist Karen Davila shared the details of her son’s accident in Siargao last March 28.

Netizen Slams Karen Davila for Blaming DOT, LGU Over Son’s Accident in Siargao

This Good Friday, March 30, ABS-CBN broadcast journalist Karen Davila shared the details of the accident her son went through while surfing at Isla Cabana in Siargao. In her lengthy Facebook post, she also blamed the Department of Tourism (DOT) and the local government unit (LGU). A day later, a Filipino netizen reacted and slammed Davila.

2 Parties Reject LP’s Resistance Coalition Invitation in 2019 Elections Despite Huge Money Offer

Two major political parties have already rejected the offer of the Liberal Party (LP) for a resistance coalition in the coming 2019 midterm elections. This comes a day after LP President, Senator Francis “Kiko” Pangilinan said that a genuine opposition is needed to make sure that the alleged evil plans of President Rodrigo Duterte will not succeed.

Watch: Bongbong Marcos Curses as He Greets Duterte “Happy Birthday,” Robredo Reacts (Video)

Former Senator Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. greeted President Rodrigo Duterte on his 73rd birthday on Wednesday, March 28. But unlike other politicians who greeted the president, he did it in a somehow funny way and cursed at the president’s critics. With this, Vice President Leni Robredo could not help but react. Watch video below.

Robredo Not Invited to Attend Duterte’s Birthday Party

President Rodrigo Duterte turns 73 today, March 28. But because it is Holy Week, the president is set to have a simple birthday party celebration in his home on Easter Sunday, April 1. As expected, his children, some of his cabinet members and close friends will attend. Nevertheless, Vice President Leni Robredo is not invited to the said event.

Gloria Arroyo Greets Duterte "Happy Birthday", Calls Him Exemplary Leader

Former President and now Pampanga second-district Representative Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo greeted President Rodrigo Duterte on his 73rd birthday this Wednesday, March 28. In her birthday greetings to President Duterte, she expressed her gratitude for their years of friendship, and even called him exemplary leader.

Noynoy Aquino Blames Duterte for Unfinished Housing Project for Yolanda Victims in Iloilo

Former President Benigno "Noynoy" Aquino III blamed President Rodrigo Duterte on the unfinished government housing project for victims of super typhoon Yolanda in Iloilo. This is after a video from RMN Iloilo went viral, showing that the 5-year old project is unfinished. There was also evidence proving that the materials used were substandard.

De Lima Sends Birthday Message to Duterte, “May God Forgive All Your Sins”

President Rodrigo Duterte will turn 73 this Wednesday, March 28. As the oldest Philippine president at the age of 71, he plans to stay in his hometown in Davao City this Holy Week to celebrate his birthday. But of all people, jailed senator Leila de Lima was the one of the firsts to send him a birthday message, saying that she hopes God will forgive him.

DOJ Starts Probing Cyber Libel Complaint vs Rappler’s Fake News

The Department of Justice (DOJ) began on Monday its preliminary investigation into a cyber libel complaint against news website Rappler, its executives and columnist, filed by businessman Wilfredo Keng. The complaint stemmed from a fake news published by Rappler on May 28, 2012, entitled “CJ using SUVs of 'controversial' businessmen.”

LP Uses Drug Money for Destabilization Plot Against Duterte Administration

The Liberal Party (LP) is likely using drug money in funding the destabilization plot against the administration of President Rodrigo Duterte. This is according to Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque on Monday, March 26, as he echoed a similar statement made by Foreign Affairs Secretary Alan Peter Cayetano last week.

Tagle Urges Catholics to Forgive Drug Lords, Criminals This Lenten Season

Manila Archbishop Luis Antonio Tagle on his Palm Sunday mass at the Manila Cathedral on March 25 urged Filipino Catholics to forgive all those who sinned against them, including drug lords and criminals. He also urged the faithful to repent, and know more about the sacrifices of Jesus Christ, who according to the Bible was sent by God the Father, and died for our sins.

Robredo to Attend Fundraising Event in US, Expects P2M From Donations

Vice President Leni Robredo is set to visit the United States again next month. This time, she is scheduled to attend a fundraising event where she will be the special guest. According to the printed ticket, the purpose is to raise funds for the victims of Mayon Volcano who are now temporary staying at Calabanga Health Center in Camarines Sur.

3 Local Universities Reject Bam Aquino’s Request to be Resource Speaker for Free Tuition Law

Three local universities have rejected the request of Senator Bam Aquino to be their resource speaker. Apparently, the Liberal Party senator has been visiting state colleges and local universities all over the country to discuss the Republic Act No. 10931, also known as Universal Access to Quality Tertiary Education Act of 2017 to the students.

Hontiveros to Ban Bathing Suit in Public Swimming Pools, Beach Resorts

Akbayan Senator Risa Hontiveros plans to ban bathing suits in swimming pools and beach resorts all over the country. According to her, women should not wear provocative attire when going to swimming to avoid attracting perverts. Her proposal comes as part of her supposed contribution in celebration with National Women's Month this March.

Alejano Proposes High School Graduate Requirement for Election Voters

Magdalo Representative Gary Alejano has a proposal for this coming 2019 midterm election, where Filipinos will vote for twelve senators. According to the Liberal Party (LP) ally congressman, it would be better if the voters will be at least high school graduate, claiming that they can easily identify those who can be public servants.

Anakpawis Rep Slams Proposed College Graduate Requirement for Elected Officials, “It’s Anti-Poor”

Anakpawis Party-list Representative Ariel Casilao strongly opposed the proposed college degree requirement for aspiring lawmakers such as congressmen and senators. This is after the Charter Change panel had agreed via 13-5 votes that the said requirement to be included in the new Constitution under the proposed federal system.

Duterte to Appoint Bb Pilipinas 2018 Candidate Sandra Lemonon as "Build Build Build" Spokesperson

President Rodrigo Duterte is set to appoint Bb Pilipinas 2018 candidate Sandra Lemonon as the spokesperson of the government’s "Build Build Build" program. This is after she went viral during the Binibining Pilipinas 2018 coronation night last March 18 when she replied an honest answer during the Q&A portion of the said beauty pageant.

PCOO Recalls Malacanang Press ID After Mocha Uson Saw Wrong Grammar

The Presidential Communications Operations Office (PCOO) has ordered a recall of the media ID issued to the members of the Malacañang Press Corps (MPC) for this year, 2018. This comes shortly after PCOO Assistant Secretary Mocha Uson purportedly noticed that there are wrong grammar on the statements printed at the back of the ID.

Comelec Davao Official Threatens Professor Who Gave Low Grades to His Son

The regional director of Commission on Elections (Comelec) Region XI (Comelec-Davao) identified as Remlani Tambuang allegedly threatened a university professor who gave low grades to his son. This is according to the police blotter report by Ateneo de Davao University (ADDU) Chief Security Officer Gerry Bambico, submitted to Sta. Ana Police Station.

PNP Chief Bato Dela Rosa’s Son Might Not Pass PNP Academy Due to Low Grades, Trillanes Reacts

Rock dela Rosa, the only son of Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Director General Ronald "Bato" dela Rosa, might not be able to follow the footsteps of his father. This is after he had very low grades at the PNP Academy (PNPA). In fact, Bato’s son now needs to take a removal exam to determine whether he shall pass or fail his course.

Sharon Cuneta to Star in Janet Lim Napoles Movie, KC Concepcion as Jeane Napoles

Megastar Sharon Cuneta will dramatize the life story of alleged pork scam queen, Janet Lim Napoles in a full-length movie under Star Cinema and Viva Films. In addition, her daughter KC Concepcion will portray the role of Jeane Napoles, Janet’s daughter. This was revealed a day after she had dinner with President Rodrigo Duterte in Malacañang.

Trillanes Returns From Vienna, DFA Officials Confiscate His Passport

Senator Antonio Trillanes IV has returned to the Philippines after spending five days in Vienna, Austria. He was spotted at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) on Tuesday morning, March 20. However, an official from the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said that the passport of the Liberal Party (LP) ally senator was confiscated from him.

PISTON President George San Mateo Buys 3 Brand New Passenger Jeepneys

George San Mateo, president of Pinagkaisang Samahan ng mga Tsuper at Operators Nationwide (PISTON), revealed on Tuesday, March 20 that he has already bought three brand new passenger jeepneys. His revelation comes a day the group held a transport strike in Metro Manila, urging the government to junk its jeepney modernization program.

Trillanes Challenges Pinoy Netizen Who Used His Photo for Target Shooting

Senator Antonio Trillanes IV on Sunday, March 18 challenged a Filipino netizen to any kind of fight. This is after the Liberal Party (LP) ally senator, who is still in Vienna, Austria saw a photo of him on Facebook that was used for target shooting. The said photo of his face was hung on a tree and has a lot of holes on it, suggesting that it was intentional.

Robredo on Duterte Staring at Her, "Siguro Nga May Crush sa Akin ang Presidente!"

President Rodrigo Duterte and Vice President Leni Robredo sat beside each other on Sunday, March 18. This time, both them attended the graduation rites of the Philippine Military Academy (PMA) Alab Tala Class of 2018 held in Baguio City. VP Robredo arrived first on stage, and the president shook her hand when he went onstage.

LP Ally Fil-Am NGO Admits Allowing Trillanes to Use NGO ID at UN Vienna

A Filipino-American NGO (non-governmental organization) breaks its silence on Senator Antonio Trillanes IV using their ID when the latter attended a crime and drugs conference via the United Nation (UN) in Vienna, Austria. This is after the Liberal Party (LP) ally senator was spotted using the NGO ID, instead of his ID as a Philippine senator.

Roque on Bato’s Claim That Duterte Punched Malacanang Wall, “Bato is a Liar!”

Presidential spokesman Harry Roque somehow implicated that Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Gen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa is a liar. This based on his statements on Friday, March 17, when he said that the latter was not telling the truth when he said that President Rodrigo Duterte punched the wall of Malacañang Palace out of anger.

Church Construction Worker Jailed for Stealing P237 From Donation Box

A construction worker in Manila was arrested on Friday, March 16 for stealing P237 from the donation box of a Catholic church he is working for. The suspect, who was identified as a certain Jay, 19 years old, was reportedly caught on CCTV at around 6 pm that day, stealing the money from one of the boxes, and immediately left the scene.

Watch: DDS Leader in UN Vienna Contradicts Trillanes, Senator Turns Silent (Video)

Senator Antonio Trillanes IV is currently in Vienna, Austria attending a United Nation (UN) crime and drugs conference. There, he discussed the alleged number of deaths or victims of the so-called extra judicial killings (EJKs). However, a Filipino leader of the DDS (Duterte Diehard Supporters) in Austria stood up and contradicted the senator.

Renato Reyes Shops at American Supermarket, Cuts Into Long Line of Shoppers

Bayan secretary general Renato Reyes Jr. was spotted shopping for groceries at S&R, an American Supermarket. But despite the fact that he paid for his groceries, the militant group leader was heard allegedly demanding to the cashier that he will cut into the line of shoppers ahead of him. At first, the cashier did not allow him but he insisted.

Australian Company to Investigate Jover Laurio’s Potential Threat to Privacy

An Australian company offering financial services that has a business process outsourcing (BPO) office in the Philippines will investigate the potential threat to privacy allegedly committed by one of its previous employees - Maria Josephina Vergina Laurio, aka Jover Laurio, the controversial Filipina blogger behind the Pinoy Ako Blog (PAB).

Trillanes Scolded by UN Vienna Security for Wearing Fil-Am NGO ID Instead of Senator ID, Eats Last

Senator Antonio Trillanes IV went to United Nation (UN) office in Vienna, Austria Thursday, March 15 to attend a crime and drugs conference. But apparently, his visit was not smooth as he expected. This is because a UN Vienna security officer allegedly scolded at the Liberal Party (LP) senator for wearing the wrong ID.

De Lima Regrets Going to Philippine Heart Center, “Diktador Din Nga Pala Nagpagawa Nun!”

Detained Senator Leila de Lima was allowed to be set free temporarily from prison at the Philippine National Police Custodial Center on Monday, March 12, and went to the Philippine Heart Center in Quezon City for a medical check-up. But while she was happy that her request was granted, she regrets being brought to the said hospital.

SC Employees Pressured Not to Wear Red as Protest and Call Sereno to Resign

Many Supreme Court (SC) employees were pressured this Monday, March 12 not to wear red T-shirt as a sign of protest against Chief Justice Maria Lourdes Sereno and to call for her resignation. The so-called “Red Monday” started on Monday, March 5 at the SC grounds during flag-raising ceremony, which led to Sereno’s filing of indefinite leave.

CJ Sereno to Get Fired Before Impeachment Trial Starts, Senator Says

It appears that there will be no impeachment trial against Supreme Court (SC) Chief Justice Maria Lourdes Sereno. Why? Simply because she will be fired from her post this April. This is according to a senator who admitted to RJ Nieto aka Thinking Pinoy that he is somehow aware on what will be happen to CJ Sereno in the next few weeks.

Sereno on Enrile Being Adviser vs Her Impeachment Trial, “Healthy Enrile Should Be Sent Back to Jail”

Former Senate President Juan Ponce Enrile is still healthy so he should be sent back to prison, according to Supreme Court (SC) Chief Justice Maria Lourdes Sereno. This is after House justice committee chair Rep. Umali said that Enrile could possibly stand as the adviser of the private prosecution panel against her impending impeachment trial.

Teachers, Students in Bukidnon Did Not Listen to Bam Aquino's Speech About Free Tuition Law

A lot of teachers and students in a state university in Bukidnon, did not listen while Senator Benigno “Bam” Aquino IV is on stage, talking about the free tuition law. This is according to a student of the said university and a follower of Sass Rogando Sasot on Facebook. The unnamed student said that the incident happened last Friday, March 9.

Pacquiao Proposes Stricter Punishment to Filipinos Who Don’t Stand Still When Singing National Anthem

Senator Manny Pacquiao wants to punish Filipinos who are not attentive during flag ceremony, when the Philippines’ national anthem, Lupang Hinirang is being played. In an interview with reporters last Wednesday, March 7, the boxer-politician said that it is time to be strict to people who disrespect the national symbols of the country.

Alejano on Gloria Arroyo’s Plan to Run for Senator in 2019, “I Can Easily Beat Her”

Former President and Pampanga 2nd District representative Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo is likely to run for senator in the 2019 elections. This is now the spreading rumors within the political circle, as she continues to be a heavyweight in Philippine politics. After hearing this, Rep. Gary Alejano said she will not win, and that he can easily beat her.

CHR to Closely Monitor Arrested Minors Who Were Suspected as NPA Rebels

Six alleged members of the New People’s Army (NPA) were arrested last Saturday, March 3. Among them are two minors and four adults including a newly graduate of University of the Philippines (UP) Cebu named Myles Albasin y Cantal. With this, the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) said they will closely monitor the two minors.

Sen Poe to Ban TV Stations From Dubbing Hollywood Movies to Tagalog

Senator Grace Poe is set to ban Philippine TV stations from dubbing Hollywood movies to Tagalog (or Filipino). The lady senator said she arrived at the decision after the Department of Education (DepEd) announced that a lot of ALS (Alternative Learning System) examinees failed when the exam was changed from Filipino to English.

Hontiveros Defends Sara Duterte from Speaker Alvarez, "Stop Bullying Her!"

The feud between Davao City Mayor Sara Duterte-Carpio and House Speaker Pantaleon “Bebot” Alvarez appears to have finally ended. But in a very rare instance on Friday, March 2, Akbayan Senator Risa Hontiveros speaks up to defend Mayor Inday Sara from Speaker Alvarez, and told him to stop bullying the presidential daughter.