SC decision clears way for Sara Duterte trial to move forward

Rappler - Oct 5, 2026

Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian says the dismissal of the petitions clears the way for Duterte’s trial to proceed

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President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. on Monday, National Teachers' Day, honored teachers and called on them to continue forming Filipinos who are "discerning in thought, principled in action, and mindful of the common good."

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MANILA, Philippines — Ahead of today’s observance of World Teachers’ Day, Alliance of Concerned Teachers (ACT) Philippines and Teachers Dignity Coalition (TDC) staged separate protests in Manila to demand the long-overdue P50,000 monthly entry-level salary. The salary increase, equivalent to Salary Grade (SG) 15, has been among the appeals pushed by teachers and advocacy groups

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Gatchalian to sleepy impeachment attendees: Monitor trial at home

Oct 4, 2026

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MANILA, Philippines — While he urged Filipinos to closely follow the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian urged those who may be too tired or sleepy to just stay and monitor the proceedings at home to avoid falling asleep inside the session hall. “If they’re sleepy, they shouldn’t come. They

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Oct 4, 2026

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Oct 4, 2026

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Oct 4, 2026

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MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Loren Legarda admitted she was wrong to join the group led by now Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano when he snatched the Senate presidency after a leadership coup on May 11, according to Sen. Panfilo Lacson. “The last time we talked, she admitted that she made a mistake. I told

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Oct 4, 2026

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Sara Duterte impeachment trial Day 33: What to expect

Oct 4, 2026

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The Senate impeachment court will continue to tackle the alleged unexplained wealth of Vice President Sara Duterte on Monday, October 5, with an official from the Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC) expected to testify.

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Oct 4, 2026

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Oct 4, 2026

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