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Marcos to Critics After Hospital: “Don’t Be Too Excited”

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 23, 2026

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. had a message for his critics on Thursday — calm down. After spending a night at St. Luke’s Medical Center for medical observation, the President assured the public he is fine. Better, even. And with a touch of humor, he reminded everyone not to read too much into his hospital stay. […]

2 Fresh Impeachment Raps vs Marcos Blocked by House

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 22, 2026

MANILA, Philippines — What was supposed to be a routine filing turned into a tense standoff at the House of Representatives on Thursday. At least two new impeachment complaints against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. were filed.Both were refused. The reason?The official authorized to receive the documents was out of the country. And that did not […]

Torre Retires From Police Following New Appointment

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 21, 2026

MANILA, Philippines — It is the end of an era for Gen. Nicolas Torre III. Barely a year after being removed as chief of the Philippine National Police (PNP), Torre has now officially retired from the police service. His retirement was approved by the National Police Commission (Napolcom), closing a long chapter in his career. […]

Impeachment Case Tests Marcos’ Power Over Congress

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 20, 2026

The impeachment complaint filed against President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. is more than a legal move.It is a political stress test. That’s how House Deputy Minority Leader and ML Party-list Representative Leila de Lima sees it. In an online interview Tuesday, de Lima said impeachment is never just about the law.Yes, there are rules.Yes, there […]

Bong Revilla Turns Himself In After Arrest Warrant

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 19, 2026

Former Senator Ramon “Bong” Revilla Jr. walked into Camp Crame late Monday night—not as a lawmaker, not as a public figure—but as a man ready to face serious accusations. At around 9:58 p.m., Revilla surrendered to the Philippine National Police’s Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (PNP-CIDG) following the issuance of an arrest warrant and hold […]

ICC Seeks Fresh Witnesses on Duterte’s Drug War

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 16, 2026

The International Criminal Court is once again reaching out—this time, directly to the people who lived through the darkest moments of the Philippines’ war on drugs. In a public announcement, the ICC launched a dedicated microsite where witnesses can safely submit information about alleged crimes committed during former President Rodrigo Duterte’s anti-drug campaign. The message […]

Romualdez Never Met Discaya Couple, Lawyer Says

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 15, 2026

Former Speaker and Leyte 1st District Rep. Ferdinand Martin Romualdez has never met contractors Sarah and Curlee Discaya. That is the firm message from his legal team—pushing back against claims that he allegedly used the couple as a “front” to buy a luxury property in Makati City. According to Romualdez’s lawyer, Ade Fajardo, the allegations […]

DOJ Dodges Questions on ICC Warrant vs Bato

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 13, 2026

The Department of Justice has chosen silence. Amid growing reports that it may be preparing to enforce an arrest warrant against Senator Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa, the DOJ declined to confirm or deny any action linked to the International Criminal Court. In a formal reply to lawyer Israelito Torreon, Dela Rosa’s legal counsel, the department […]

Marcos Heads to UAE for Official Working Visit

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 12, 2026

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is flying to Abu Dhabi today, January 12, for a four-day working visit to the United Arab Emirates. It marks his first overseas trip of 2026—and it comes with clear purpose. The President is visiting at the invitation of UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. Along with fellow world […]

Marcos to Catholics: Let Jesus Nazareno Lead You

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)January 9, 2026

President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. on Friday called on Catholic faithful to let their devotion to Jesus Nazareno shape not only their prayers—but their everyday lives. As Filipinos gathered to commemorate the annual Feast of Jesus Nazareno, the President reflected on the deep meaning behind one of the country’s strongest expressions of faith.A faith built […]

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