Author: Pop News
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Senate Defers Presentation of Impeachment Articles Against VP Duterte to June 11
MANILA, Philippines — The Senate has postponed the scheduled presentation of impeachment charges against Vice President Sara Duterte from June 2 to June 11, Senate President Francis “Chiz” Escudero confirmed. The delay comes as the 19th Congress nears its sine die adjournment on June 14. In a letter addressed to House Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez,… Read more
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Comelec Disqualifies Porac Mayor Capil Over POGO Ties, Orders Vote Correction
MANILA, Philippines — The Commission on Elections (Comelec) Second Division has disqualified incumbent Porac, Pampanga Mayor Jaime “Jing” Capil from the May 2025 elections due to an earlier Ombudsman ruling that dismissed him from service over alleged involvement with illegal Philippine offshore gaming operator (POGO) activities. In an eight-page resolution, the Comelec granted the disqualification… Read more
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Entry Restrictions Tightened Around Kanlaon Volcano Amid Increased Activity
BACOLOD CITY, Philippines — Authorities have revoked the previously allowed “window hours” for farmers and residents to access the six-kilometer extended danger zone surrounding Kanlaon Volcano due to heightened volcanic activity. The decision followed a report from the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) noting increased unrest: 31 volcanic earthquakes, sulfur dioxide emissions reaching… Read more
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Magnitude 4.6 Earthquake Jolts Quezon Province, Felt Across Metro Manila
LUCENA CITY, Philippines — A magnitude 4.6 earthquake struck northwest of Quezon province Tuesday afternoon, shaking several parts of Metro Manila and prompting temporary suspensions in rail operations. According to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs), the quake struck at 12:17 p.m., located 25 kilometers northwest of General Nakar with a depth of… Read more
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Tacloban Mayor Pushes for Own Congressional District, Cites HUC Status
TACLOBAN CITY — Mayor Alfred Romualdez has reiterated his call for Tacloban to be granted its own congressional district, citing its designation as a highly urbanized city (HUC) and its sizable voting population. Currently grouped under Leyte’s first congressional district along with eight other municipalities, Tacloban has over 146,000 registered voters and has been an… Read more
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Marcos Rejects Resignation Calls, Pushes Forward with Cabinet Shake-up
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. on Tuesday dismissed suggestions that he should resign, defending his leadership and the sweeping changes he has ordered within his administration. Speaking to the media in Kuala Lumpur following the 46th ASEAN Summit, Marcos made it clear that he has no intention of stepping down, even as… Read more
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Senate to Receive Impeachment Charges Against VP Sara Duterte on June 2
The Senate is set to officially receive the impeachment charges against Vice President Sara Duterte from the House of Representatives on June 2, 2025, with the impeachment court to be convened the following day. In a formal communication to House Speaker Martin Romualdez dated May 19, Senate President Chiz Escudero confirmed the chamber’s readiness to… Read more
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Japan’s U.S. Exports Decline Amid Tariff Pressures; Trade Deficit Reemerges
Tokyo, Japan — Japan’s exports to the United States dropped by nearly 2% in April, as elevated tariffs imposed by the U.S. government under President Donald Trump continue to strain bilateral trade. The decline marked a turning point for Japan’s trade balance, which returned to a deficit after three months in surplus. The Ministry of… Read more
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Chot Reyes Says Technical Foul Sparked TNT Comeback Win Against Rain or Shine
TNT Tropang Giga head coach Chot Reyes believes his second-quarter technical foul served as the catalyst for their 111-103 win against Rain or Shine in their PBA clash on Wednesday night. Reyes was penalized early in the second quarter for stepping onto the court to argue a call while his team trailed 31-20. Rain or… Read more
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Reimagining the Santacruzan: How Filipinos Are Making Tradition Gender-Inclusive (and Fabulous!)
Every May, Filipinos gear up for Santacruzan — that magical parade where everyone suddenly becomes a royal beauty queen, strutting in gowns, carrying flowers, and giving off serious “I woke up like this” vibes. Traditionally, it’s been a showcase of grace, religious devotion, and plenty of hair flips from our finest Filipinas. But hold your… Read more