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SC ‘powerless’ once Congress, Senate approve declaration of martial law

MANILA— Once affirmed by the House of the Representatives and Senate, the Supreme Court cannot overrule the validity of President …

Isnilon Hapilon still in Marawi — AFP

MANILA— The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) on Monday said the strong resistance put up by Islamist militants in …

Navy deploys BRP Tarlac to transport supplies in Marawi City

MANILA— Full speed ahead. This was the apparent message of the Philippine Navy (PN) as it dispatched Monday the BRP …

DND chief expects clearing ops in Marawi City to be completed by June 1

MANILA— Department of National Defense (DND) Secretary Delfin Lorenzana on Monday said he expects clearing operations in Marawi City to …

Gov’t forces in complete control of Marawi City — AFP

MANILA— The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) on Monday stressed that government forces are in complete control of Marawi …

Saipan offers 2 new attractions to lure more Filipino tourists

House panel subpoenas Imee Marcos

MANILA— The House Committee on Good Government and Public Accountability on Monday issued a subpoena to Ilocos Norte Gov. Imee …

Free tuition in state colleges a signature away from becoming law

MANILA— Free higher education for state universities and colleges (SUCs) is only a signature away from becoming a law, Sen. …

Senator calls on AFP, Marawi residents, media to confirm Maute group’s reported use of child warriors

MANILA— Senator Nancy Binay on Monday called on the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), Marawi City officials and residents, …

Northern Luzon to experience moderate to heavy rains Monday

MANILA— The provinces of Ilocos, Apayao, Batanes, and the islands of Calayan and Northern Luzon to experience moderate to heavy …