The Senate Blue Ribbon Committee uncovers discrepancies in flood control projects, including misreported locations, budget jumps, and alleged kickbacks. Key officials and senators weigh in as thousands of projects undergo validation. Read more »
Senators Imee Marcos and Rodante Marcoleta, in a press conference last January 20, argued that the handling of the flood control scandal fails to follow-up on critical leads. Read more »
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has launched a dedicated task force to strengthen the government’s initiatives for cleaning and maintaining waterways across the Philippines, aiming to reduce recurring flooding in key areas. Read more »
Metro Manila commuters may soon experience a modern, eco-friendly alternative to conventional public transport, as the Philippine Reclamation Authority (PRA) announced the upcoming launch of the Autonomous Rapid Rail Transit (ARRT) system. Read more »
A new Pulse Asia survey shows many Filipinos aren’t fully convinced. While influence is seen as the biggest factor in court outcomes, trust in institutions is mixed, and public optimism about accountability is softening. The question remains: will justice truly prevail? Read more »
The Philippines is set to strengthen its digital and economic future as President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. announced the launch of a national artificial intelligence (AI) program aimed at boosting growth and creating a human-centered AI ecosystem across Southeast Asia. Read more »
