Senate adopts resolution supporting Pope’s Francis’ call for simple living

MANILA — The Senate on Wednesday adopted a resolution urging political leaders to heed the call of the Pope Francis to live simply and in “outstanding...

Sen. Aquino pushes for passage of SK reform bill

MANILA – Senator Paolo Benigno Aquino IV on Wednesday pushed for the immediate passage of the Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) reform bill, saying the time to introduce...

No need to fight on best responsible parenthood method — Malacanang

Catholic priest lauds SC decision on ‘Team Patay, Team Buhay’ tarp

MANILA  — A Catholic priest lauded the decision of the Supreme Court (SC) declaring as unconstitutional the order of the Commission on Elections (Comelec) in 2013...

Sen. Ejercito files resolution commending organizers of papal visit

MANILA – Senator Joseph Victor Ejercito has filed a Senate resolution commending the organizers of the recent successful five-day Apostolic and state visit of Pope Francis...

Pimentel ready to withdraw contempt move if 7 Makati officials attend probe

MANILA  — Senator Aquilino ‘Koko’ Pimentel III on Wednesday said he is ready to withdraw his recommendation to cite Makati City mayor Jejomar Erwin ‘Junjun’ Binay...

Portugal reopening embassy in PHL, wants stronger economic ties

MANILA — Portugal plans to reopen its embassy in the Philippines in the next few years after shutting down operations in the country in 2011. Philippine...

Estrada’s sons jubilant over SC ruling to junk disqualification case

MANILA  — Senators Joseph Victor Ejercito and his half-brother Senator Jinggoy Estrada have expressed jubilation over the decision of the Supreme Court (SC) to junk a...

Chef Jessie: Pope Francis prefers simple meals

MANILA, Philippines – Filipino veteran chef Jessie Sincioco, owner of the local catering service chosen to prepare the meals of the Pope Francis during his Manila...

Filipino-customized popemobile to be brought to Vatican

MANILA, Philippines – The Filipino-customized Isuzu D-Max, which was one of the three popemobiles used by Pope Francis during his papal and state visit in the...