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Muling haharap si dating House Speaker Martin Romualdez sa ICI kaugnay ng umano’y anomalya sa mga proyekto ng flood control. Ayon kay Hosaka, nakatakda ang pagdinig sa Miyerkules, Oktubre 22. Itinanggi ni Romualdez na tumanggap siya ng kickbacks. Handa raw siyang ilabas ang SALN.

Arrey Perez, former DPWH undersecretary, resigned to protect the government's probe into anomalous flood control projects. He cited political interference and accusations from Rep. Leandro Leviste. DPWH Secretary Vince Dizon praised Perez’s selflessness and revealed more dismissals and criminal cases are expected as the investigation continues.

The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) refuted allegations that it was protecting former congressman Zaldy Co, clarifying that it can only cancel passports with a court order or due to legal discrepancies, not based on arbitrary requests. Rep. Toby Tiangco insists the DFA has broader authority based on national interest.

President Marcos has reappointed former Supreme Court associate justice Jose Mendoza to the Judicial and Bar Council (JBC). Mendoza will represent retired SC justices in the JBC until July 9, 2029. His prior appointment was stalled after being questioned about a nominee with pending cases.

A US embassy representative met with the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) to discuss its probe into corruption in flood control and other infrastructure projects. The meeting, the first of its kind since the ICI's formation, focused on the commission's role and objectives amid concerns raised in a recent US State Department report about corruption in the Philippines.

Emma Mary Tiglao of the Philippines won Miss Grand International 2025 in Bangkok, Thailand, securing a back-to-back win for her country. Tiglao surpassed 76 contestants and also won the Country’s Power of the Year award. Her winning answer focused on balance in dismantling online scams, succeeding MGI 2024 Christine Juliane Opiaza.

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has appointed a panel of medical experts to evaluate former President Rodrigo Duterte's fitness to stand trial. The assessment will focus on his capacity to understand the charges against him and participate in pre-trial proceedings, following a request from Duterte's defense for adjournment due to alleged cognitive decline. VP Sara Duterte has expressed prayers for her father's health and release.

Seventeen residents were rescued from a care facility in Maramag, Bukidnon, after reports of abuse and neglect. Authorities discovered unsanitary conditions, unqualified caregivers, and a pervasive stench of human waste. The facility, operating without licenses, allegedly charged families for substandard care, prompting intervention by the DSWD.

The Supreme Court has ordered President Marcos and other top officials to respond to a petition regarding flood control projects. The petition alleges environmental damage due to neglect and corruption. The DOJ also issued lookout orders for 19 more individuals linked to the project scandal.

The ICC disqualified Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan from the Duterte war crimes case due to a potential conflict. Appeals judges agreed with the defense that Khan's prior involvement representing victims of Duterte's anti-drug campaign created an appearance of bias. This is another setback for Khan, who also stepped aside amid a UN investigation.

President Marcos Jr. announced the 2026 national budget bicameral meetings will be livestreamed to promote transparency and combat corruption. The move follows concerns about closed-door meetings and alleged unauthorized budget alterations. Marcos also noted the abolishment of the "small committee" responsible for large budget changes.

The Department of Agriculture has declared a moratorium on sugar imports until mid-2026 to stabilize the domestic market. The decision, reached after concerns about low raw sugar prices, aims to protect local producers. Officials will maintain a two-month refined sugar buffer and classify any future imports as reserve sugar.

The Supreme Court overturned Comelec's decision to disqualify Rep. Edgar Erice from running in the 2025 elections. The court found Comelec erred procedurally by directly disqualifying Erice for allegedly spreading false information about automated counting machines, a power reserved for Regional Trial Courts.

The Department of Education has formally established the Schools Division Office (SDO) of Talisay City. Dr. Jen-Ann V. Rosal was designated as the OIC-SDS. The establishment marks a new era for education in Talisay, strengthening DepEd’s commitment to accessible and efficient services.

Libu-libong estudyante sa Maynila nagkaisa sa protesta kontra korapsyon at nanawagan para sa mas mataas na budget sa edukasyon. Mula PUP hanggang UST, sama-samang nagmartsa ang mga kabataan patungong Mendiola bitbit ang panawagang 'Jail the Corrupt!' Isang mapayapang kilos-protesta ang isinagawa kahapon.

The Court of Appeals sided with the Tagbanua tribe in Palawan, ordering the return of a disputed parcel of land. The ruling upholds the tribe's native title to the land in Barangay Malinao, Narra, stating their rights are protected even without a Certificate of Ancestral Domain Title. The court refuted claims that the land was alienable.

The Independent Commission for Infrastructure is working to recover assets tied to anomalous flood control projects. Agencies are tracking billions in assets, with some already frozen. Calls are growing for expanded investigative powers to ensure full restitution. The ICI is also probing delays in the operation of a completed Super Health Center.

Explained PH will host its annual JournCamp+ lecture series and National Campus Press Summit 2025 in November. Thousands of student journalists nationwide will compete in various categories at the virtual press conference. Winners will receive recognition and a chance to join Explained PH. The lecture series features professional journalists and aims to provide training to young writers.

Malacañang urges calm amid public anger over alleged corruption in flood control projects. Investigations are underway, says Palace Press Officer Castro, emphasizing due process. A recent survey shows 60% of Filipinos feel outraged by government corruption, particularly in flood control, while President Marcos isn't alarmed by a dip in approval ratings.

COCOPEA urges DepEd to reaffirm its authority over basic education after LGUs extended class suspensions, citing potential learning setbacks. Despite local powers to promote welfare, national education policies should prevail. DOST and Phivolcs are set to assist DepEd in bolstering disaster preparedness in schools amid earthquake concerns.

Senator Bong Go denies any connection to contractors Curlee and Sarah Discaya amid flood control project investigations. Go asserts he's being targeted and welcomes inquiries, stating he has nothing to hide. He pledges to press charges against any relatives found culpable, as DPWH and the Ombudsman investigate alleged ties between the Discayas and CLTG Builders.

The DBM released ₱3 billion to improve internet connectivity across the Philippines. Half will fund free Wi-Fi in remote schools via DepEd's program, aided by DICT. The other half supports DICT's free public internet access in plazas and terminals. The initiative addresses the Philippines' slow and expensive internet service.

Palestinian journalist Saleh Aljafarawi was killed during a clash in Gaza City, amid reports of fighting between Hamas and the Doghmush clan. Aljafarawi was shot while covering the clashes. The incident occurred shortly after a ceasefire agreement, which included prisoner exchanges and aid, though implementation faces challenges.

The Ombudsman has released a memo reinstating public access to Statements of Assets, Liabilities, and Net Worth (SALNs) of public officials. This reverses restrictions set by the previous administration. The move aims to increase transparency and fight corruption, with some privacy protections in place.

Former House Speaker Martin Romualdez denied involvement in kickback schemes related to flood control projects before the Independent Commission on Infrastructure (ICI) Tuesday. He stated he has 'nothing to hide' and is ready to cooperate fully, willing to release his SALNs and attend future ICI meetings if invited.

A fire in Barangay Tetuan, Zamboanga City, displaced 23 families early Thursday. The blaze quickly spread, damaging homes before firefighters contained it. The City Social Welfare and Development Office is assisting residents. No casualties were reported and the cause is under investigation.

Thousands of students, faculty, and staff at the Polytechnic University of the Philippines (PUP) in Manila staged a massive walkout to protest corruption and insufficient funding for public education. Despite heavy rain, participants marched and voiced their demands for accessible, quality education. The protest was supported by the PUP President and joined by Gabriela and Kabataan Partylist Representatives who called for accountability and transparency.

A 6.9-magnitude earthquake in Cebu has impacted approximately 16,000 schools in the Visayas region, according to the Department of Education. Initial reports indicate over 200 classrooms were damaged, and six WASH facilities destroyed. No student injuries have been reported. The quake affected 11 School Division Offices.

The DPWH indefinitely suspended all road reblocking due to corruption allegations and public anger over unnecessary repairs. Sec. Dizon cited roads being torn up despite appearing fine and is implementing stricter regulations. The DA will now handle farm-to-market roads to curb corruption and overpricing concerns.

Contractor couple Pacifico “Curlee” and Cezarah “Sarah” requested a hearing reset with the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) to allow more time to gather documents. The next hearing is scheduled for Oct. 15. ICI's Executive Director Brian Hosaka said the hearings are ongoing.

The Philippines accused a Chinese ship of deliberately ramming one of its government vessels in the disputed South China Sea on Sunday, an allegation that Beijing denied, saying Manila was at fault.

US President Donald Trump announced the two-year-old Gaza genocide to be “over” on Sunday, preparing to release hostages.

The House of Representatives reduced the proposed 2026 budget of the Office of the Vice President (OVP) to ₱733.2 million after Vice President Sara Duterte repeatedly refused to attend budget hearings to defend her office’s spending plan.

Former president Rodrigo Duterte will remain in detention in The Hague after pre-trial judges of the International Criminal Court (ICC) denied his request for interim release.

Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle has formally assumed the titular diocese of Albano, one of the historic suburbicarian sees surrounding Rome, on Saturday, October 11 through a Mass held at the Albano Cathedral .

Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian uncovered excessive markup on P10 billion worth of farm-to-market roads (FMRs) under the 2023 and 2024 national budgets, at a Senate committee meeting on Wednesday.

Enacting measures to make the country's premier secondary science learning institution more accessible to Filipino youth, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has signed into law the “Expanded Philippine Science High School (PSHS) System Act” (RA 12310) on Oct. 3.

The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) filed tax evasion charges against Pacifico “Curlee” Discaya II and Cezarah Rowena “Sarah” Discaya for Php7.18 billion worth of tax liabilities linked to St. Gerrard Construction Gen. Contractor & Development Corporation.

An Italian missionary and peace advocate in Mindanao, Fr. Sebastiano D’Ambra, was awarded the Cavaliere dell’Ordine della Stella d’Italia (Knight of the Order of the Star of Italy), one of Italy’s highest honors, on October 1.

Nagsumite si Akbayan Partylist Representative Chel Diokno ng “Interns Rights and Welfare Bill” o House Bill 5081, na naglalayong mabigyan ng tamang sahod ang mga college at university students na sumasailalim sa internships bilang bahagi ng kanilang “academic requirement.”

MANILA, Philippines — Hindi bababa sa 168,000 na mga incoming college students ang hindi nakapasok sa mga state universities at colleges (SUCs) dahil sa limitadong kapasidad.

Natuklasan ng Department of Agriculture (DA) ang tinatayang Php 125-milyong halaga ng “ghost” o substandard farm-to-market (FMR) projects na isinagawa sa ilalim ng Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) sa Mindanao, partikular sa Davao Occidental, Zamboanga del Norte, at Lanao del Sur.

On September 17, 2025, the House Committee on Appropriations, chaired by Nueva Ecija 1st District Rep. Mikaela Angela Suansing, approved the revised 2026 budget proposal of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), cutting the ₱252 billion for flood control projects from its proposed ₱881 billion allocation.

On Friday, September 26, the US Supreme Court allowed the Trump administration to freeze over $4 billion in foreign assistance appropriated by Congress.

Malacañang agreed to admit the Discaya Contractor Couple into the Witness Protection Program (WPP) on September 24, but only after they surrendered their ‘ill-gotten’ wealth as proof of good faith.