Hontiveros Praises Toronto Cop Who Did Not Shoot at Van Attack Suspect Despite Being Provoked

Senator Risa Hontiveros praised a police officer in Toronto, Canada who refused to shoot at a van attack suspect, despite the fact that the latter provoked the cop to shoot him. The suspect killed 10 people and wounded 15 others when he hit a van into a crowd of pedestrians on Monday, April 23. He was arrested around 25 minutes later.

Credit Grabber? House Leader Farinas Slams Hontiveros for Copying His “Araw ng Kasambahay” Bill

Senator Risa Hontiveros recently filed a bill to declare January 18 as “Araw ng Kasambahay,” a non-working holiday for all the house helpers in the Philippines. However, House Majority Floor Leader Rodolfo Fariñas criticized the Liberal Party (LP) ally for copying his earlier bill, which also seeks to declare January 18 as "Araw ng Kasambahay."

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.

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.

Hontiveros Slams Duterte Over “Di Masarap Ang Condom” Remarks

Akbayan Senator Risa Hontiveros once again President Rodrigo Duterte, this time on his advice to Filipinos on family planning, particularly the use of condoms and pills. The president was then talking to some 150 OFWs (overseas Filipino workers) who were recently repatriated from Kuwait, after he ordered the ban of sending OFWs to Kuwait.

Hontiveros to Help Woman With “Ulam” at Helmet in Filing Cyberbullying Complaint vs Bashers (Video)

A female motorist was recently apprehended by MMDA enforcer for not wearing her helmet, and instead she used it as a basket for her viand (ulam). However, she cursed at him and hit him a couple of times. And because she was heavily criticized on Facebook, she now plans to sue her bashers, and Senator Risa Hontiveros vowed to help her.

Hontiveros to Help Cherish Sharmaine Interior File Cyberbullying Cases vs Bashers

Cherish Sharmaine Interior, the woman who was caught on video last Sunday, slapping taxi driver Virgilio Doctor is now in big trouble. Despite apologizing for what she has done, she is still facing charges filed against him by Mr. Doctor. But while everyone who saw the video is mad at her, Senator Risa Hontiveros is willing to help her file cyberbullying cases against her bashers.

Hontiveros Wants to Ban Ice Candy, Street Food Vendors on Anti Duterte RevGov Rally, Bam Aquino Disagrees

Senator Risa Hontiveros allegedly want to ban all street food vendors, including those who will attempt to sell ice candy in the upcoming protest rally against President Rodrigo Duterte tomorrow, Thursday, November 30. However, her fellow senator Paolo Benigno “Bam” Aquino IV, who will also join the said rally, strongly disagreed with her proposal.

Hontiveros Slams Pacquiao for Saying, “Gusto Ko Sana Mag-Resign, Pero Sino Pa Magmamahal Sa Tao?”

Senator Manny Pacquiao on Tuesday, November 21 admitted that he has thought of resigning from his post “many times” before, but said his love of the country especially the poor inspires him to stay. The Filipino boxing icon made his comment when asked about his opinion if Communication Assistant Secretary Mocha Uson will run for senator in 2019.

Hontiveros’ 30,000 Expected Participants of ‘Heal Our Land’ Impossible, Organizer Cries Lack of Budget

The Catholic Bishops Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) and Opposition group Tindig Pilipinas are inviting everyone to attend “Heal Our Land” activity this Sunday, November 5. The event is set to start at 3 pm via a mass at EDSA People Power Shrine, and later a one-kilometer procession to the People Power monument for a cultural program.

CHR Chairman Chito Gascon Admits Having a Crush on Sen Risa Hontiveros, Sen Kiko Pangilinan Reacts

Senator Risa Hontiveros is the crush of Commission on Human Rights (CHR) Chairperson Jose Luis "Chito" Gascon in politics. This was admitted by Gascon himself his “Ask Me Anything” (AMA) thread on Reddit on Saturday, September 30. He did not explain why, but Liberal Party (LP) President, Senator Francis “Kiko” Pangilinan has his own explanation.

Sen Risa Hontiveros Likely to be Jailed at Jinggoy Estrada’s Former Detention Cell if Convicted

If proven guilty, Senator Risa Hontiveros is likely to be jailed at the same detention cell where former senator Jinggoy Estrada was jailed for more than 3 years. This is after former Negros Oriental Rep. Jing Paras and Volunteers Against Crime and Corruption (VACC) recently sued the Akbayan senator for kidnapping, obstruction of justice, and wiretapping.

Sen Risa Hontiveros Charged With Kidnapping, Obstruction of Justice, and Wiretapping

Akbayan Senator Risa Hontiveros is now facing various criminal charges such as kidnapping, obstruction of justice, and wiretapping. This is after former Negros Oriental Rep. Jing Paras and advocacy group Volunteers Against Crime and Corruption (VACC) filed the cases this Monday, September 25 before the Office of the Ombudsman.

Relative of Slain 9-Months Pregnant Woman Begs to VP Robredo, Sen Hontiveros to Visit Them Too

A relative of Jizelle Duay, the nine-month pregnant woman who was shot to death by a 16-year old drug suspect, is now requesting Vice President Leni Robredo and Senator Risa Hontiveros to also visit them. This is after she learned that the two opposition politicians viisted the wake of the 17-year-old Grade 11 student, Kian Loyd delos Santos, in Caloocan City.

Sen Risa Hontiveros Not to Visit Wake of 9 Months Pregnant Woman Killed by 16-Year Old Drug Suspect

Senator Risa Hontiveros on Saturday, August 19 visited the wake of Kian Loyd delos Santos, the 17-year-old Grade 11 student who was killed during an Oplan Galugad operation in Barangay 160, in Caloocan City last Wednesday night. However, she is not set to visit the wake of a pregnant woman who was killed by a 16-year old drug suspect.

Hontiveros, Villanueva Admit 'Shabu Middleman' Kenneth Dong as Campaign Donor, 3 Other Senators Linked

Senators Risa Hontiveros and Joel Villanueva admitted that both of them received campaign money from Kenneth Dong, or Dong Yi Shen Xi, a Filipino-Chinese businessman who allegedly acted as middleman in the shipment of P6.4 billion worth of shabu into the country. At the same time, three other senators also admitted their links with him.

Watch: Sarah Geronimo Slips on ASAP Stage But Gets Up Like a Queen, Sen Hontiveros Comments (Video)

Sarah Geronimo slipped on stage this Sunday, July 23, during her live performance ABS-CBN's show 'ASAP.' Nevertheless, the country’s so-called Pop Star Royalty just smiled up and got up like a queen, and gracefully continued her number as if nothing happened. Shortly, several netizens tweeted their admiration for Sarah G. Watch video below.

Sen Risa Hontiveros Slams Haters of Noven Belleza's Alleged Rape Victim, Warns of Cyberbullying Charges

Senator Risa Hontiveros criticized the haters of the alleged rape victim of Noven Belleza, the grand champion of It’s Showtime's 'Tawag ng Tanghalan' (TNT) at ABS-CBN. The Akbayan senator also warned them of the possibility of being charged with cyberbullying. This is after she learned that many netizens have been siding with the 22-year old singer.

Sen Hontiveros, Teddy Casino Slam President Duterte's Rape Joke on Miss Universe, Pia Wurtzbach Comments

President Rodrigo Duterte made a new rape joke again last Friday, July 15. This time, his joke focused on Miss Universe beauties. As expected, he was heavily criticized by his critics, particularly Senator Risa Hontiveros and former Bayan Muna Rep. Teddy Casiño. Nevertheless, 2015 Miss Universe winner, Pia Wurtzbach defended the president's action.

Bulacan Massacre Should Not Be Used as Reason to Restore Death Penalty, Sen Risa Hontiveros Insists

The recent Bulacan massacre has made the public wondering how someone can brutally kill five people, including three children ages 1, 5 and 11. Apparently, the incident again triggered the issue of restoring death penalty, which President Rodrigo Duterte is supporting. However, Senator Risa Hontiveros reiterated that she is not favor of the idea.