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Panelo: Defense Shatters ICC Case vs Duterte

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)February 27, 2026

THE HAGUE, Netherlands — Emotions ran high on the third day of the confirmation of charges hearing before the International Criminal Court. Outside the courtroom, Salvador Panelo did not hold back. The former presidential spokesperson and legal counsel for Rodrigo Duterte declared that the prosecution’s case had been “shattered to pieces.” His words were sharp. […]

EDSA Spirit Lives On—But Youth Forget Why

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)February 25, 2026

Political awareness is alive among Filipino youth. They speak up.They organize.They show up. But when it comes to EDSA 1986 — something feels different. For many in Gen Z and Gen Alpha, the People Power Revolution is no longer a lived memory. It’s a chapter in a textbook. A lesson in Grade 6. A story […]

VP Sara Clears Air on Presidential Run Buzz

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)February 25, 2026

Vice President Sara Duterte has made one thing clear — her decision to run for president in 2028 has nothing to do with the impeachment complaints now pending against her in the House of Representatives. “Hindi naman,” she said calmly during an interview in Iligan City. Not really. For Duterte, the threat of impeachment is […]

Victims Tell Duterte: Face Local Lawsuits Now

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)February 22, 2026

“Touch Grass.” That was the blunt message from Karapatan secretary general Cristina Palabay to lawmakers insisting that former president Rodrigo Duterte should face trial in Philippine courts — not before the International Criminal Court (ICC). Two words. Sharp. Unfiltered. Heavy with frustration. Speaking at a press conference of the Duterte Panagutin Network in The Hague […]

ICC Allows New Evidence in Duterte Drug War Case

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)February 21, 2026

The International Criminal Court has made a crucial decision — just days before a highly anticipated hearing on former President Rodrigo Duterte’s controversial war on drugs. Both Duterte’s camp and ICC prosecutors have been given the green light to submit more evidence. Yes — more documents.More records.More pieces of a story that continues to divide […]

No Politics in Marcos Meeting — Robredo

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)February 20, 2026

NAGA CITY — No drama. No political maneuvering. Just work. That was the clear message from Naga City Mayor Leni Robredo as she confirmed her upcoming meeting with President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. this Saturday. With rumors swirling about possible alliances — especially after Vice President Sara Duterte announced her plan to run for president […]

Anti-Political Dynasty Bills Advance in Senate

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)February 19, 2026

After months of listening… debating… and traveling across the country, the Senate Committee on Electoral Reforms and People’s Participation has wrapped up its public consultations on a measure that could reshape Philippine politics. The proposal?A law that would finally prohibit political dynasties. On Thursday, in Cagayan de Oro City, Senator Risa Hontiveros closed the final […]

ICC Allows Duterte Camp to Submit More Evidence

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)February 16, 2026

The legal battle is far from over. And now, more evidence is coming. The International Criminal Court (ICC) has granted requests from both former President Rodrigo Duterte’s legal team and the prosecution to submit additional evidence ahead of the highly anticipated confirmation of charges hearing. The decision, dated February 10, spans four pages — but […]

Love Satisfaction Among Pinoys at Record Low

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)February 15, 2026

For many Filipinos, love has always been a source of strength. A comfort.A reason to smile after a long day.A light in uncertain times. But the latest Social Weather Survey (SWS) suggests that light may be dimming. Only 46% of adult Filipinos now say they are “very happy” with their love life — the lowest […]

Ombudsman Sets 60–90 Day Limit on Probes

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)February 14, 2026

BAGUIO CITY — The clock is now ticking. No more endless back-and-forth.No more investigations stretching into uncertainty. The Office of the Ombudsman has officially revised its rules — cutting down investigation timelines and raising the bar for filing cases in court. It’s a sweeping reset. And it signals urgency. From One Year… to 60 Days […]

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