MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Sunday said the upcoming rollback in fuel prices will provide much-needed relief to Filipinos, but stressed that government interventions will continue as the reduction remains insufficient. “Mahigit PHP20 ang ibababa sa diesel. Ang gasolina naman, may bawas na PHP4.43 kada litro. At sa kerosene, PHP8.50 kada litro […]
Read MoreMANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has pledged to build hospitals for veterans in the Visayas and Mindanao to make healthcare more accessible for those who have served the country with their lives. “The story of Bataan is a cornerstone of our national identity and a guiding light for the generations that follow. And […]
Read MoreMANILA (UPDATED) — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said that while all options are on the table, the government is focused on immediate solutions to cushion the local impact of surging oil prices amid supply volatility in the global market due to the Middle East conflict. This was his response when asked about his thoughts on […]
Read MoreMANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. wants to streamline the distribution of fuel subsidies for drivers and operators. He expressed his view as he oversaw the rollout of P10,000 fuel cash aid to each driver and operator at the Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange (PITX) on Tuesday, “I’m making sure that the system becomes orderly. […]
Read MorePresident Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Tuesday night urged Filipino Muslims to be vessels of kindness, understanding, and empowerment as they observe the holy month of Ramadan, which will begin on Thursday, February 19. In his message, Marcos said the dawn-to-dusk fasting and prayer opens Filipino Muslims to Allah’s presence by “cultivating discipline, humility, and compassion,” […]
Read MoreMANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Wednesday urged Filipinos to welcome the New Year by looking beyond their personal resolutions and to reflect instead on their collective role in shaping the country. In his New Year message, Marcos called on everyone to embrace 2026 with discipline, confidence, and a shared commitment to the […]
Read MoreMANILA, Philippines — The warrant of arrest for controversial public works contractor Cezarah “Sarah” Discaya has been issued, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. announced on Thursday. “I would like to inform you that in connection with the P96.5 million ghost flood control project in Davao Occidental, the court has already issued warrants of arrest against ten […]
Read MorePresident Ferdinand ”Bongbong” Marcos Jr. said Friday that criminal charges of plunder and indirect bribery could be filed against former Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez and former Ako Bicol party-list Representative Zaldy Co over anomalies in flood control projects. In a video message, Marcos said the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (Independent Commission for Infrastructure) and the Department […]
Read MorePresident Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Vice President Sara Duterte both suffered a noticeable drop in their trust and performance ratings for the 3rd quarter of 2025, according to data from OCTA Research. Based on OCTA’s most recent Tugon ng Masa Survey, Marcos saw a large 7-point drop in trust ratings, scoring only 57% in comparison […]
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Palace: Marcos, to file comment on SC drug test petition
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. will heed the Supreme Court’s order for him to comment on a petition seeking a hair follicle test and other examinations related to claims of illegal drug use, according to Palace press officer Claire Castro. In a petition for mandamus dated April 15, former House Speaker Pantaleon Alvarez, […]
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