June 24, 2025

Politics

The definition of divorce. CQF-AVOCAT PHOTO VIA PIXABAY

Senators Divided on Divorce Bill

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Explore the current division among Philippine senators regarding the divorce bill. Some lawmakers, including Senate President Francis Escudero and Senate Majority Leader Francis Tolentino, oppose the measure due to religious beliefs, while others like Robinhood Padilla and Grace Poe support it for practical reasons. Senate Pro Tempore Jose Estrada’s informal survey reveals a complex landscape of opinions, with some senators, such as JV Ejercito, still contemplating their stance. Delve into the intricacies of this significant legislative issue.

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CONVICTED Former US president and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump gestures as he arrives back at Trump Tower after being convicted in his criminal trial in New York City, on May 30, 2024. A panel of 12 New Yorkers was unanimous in their determination that Donald Trump is guilty as charged — but for the impact on his election prospects, the jury is still out. The Republican billionaire was convicted of all 34 charges in New York on May 30, 2024, and now finds himself bidding for a second presidential term, unsure if he’ll be spending 2025 in the Oval Office, on probation or in jail. TIMOTHY A. CLARY/AFP PHOTO

Trump Leverages Verdict to Energize Campaign

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Learn more about how former US President Donald Trump is turning his recent conviction into a campaign strategy. Despite being found guilty of attempting to influence the 2016 election through a hush money payment, Trump remains defiant and is using the verdict as a catalyst for his 2024 campaign. Explore the implications for the upcoming election and how his legal troubles are shaping his strategy.

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Vice President and Education Secretary Sara Duterte-Carpio and President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

Marcos Commends Duterte on Her Birthday

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President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. extends birthday greetings to Vice President Sara Duterte, lauding her dedication to enhancing the education system in the Philippines. Despite personal disagreements within his family, Marcos reassures that his professional relationship with Duterte remains strong. Explore their shared vision for a robust education system and the political dynamics influencing their collaboration.

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LIKE BEES TO HONEY This photo shows Chinese fishing vessels swarming off the Iroquois Reef and Sabina Shoal, south of the oil- and gas-rich Recto Bank in the West Philippine Sea. This was taken from an air patrol by the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) on June 30, 2023. PHOTO COURTESY OF THE WESTERN COMMAND OF THE AFP

Philippines to Sue China Over Environmental Damage in Disputed Waters

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The Philippine government is preparing an environmental lawsuit against China for alleged destructive activities in the West Philippine Sea. The case will be presented to the Permanent Court of Arbitration in The Hague, aiming to address severe environmental damage confirmed by the Philippine Coast Guard, including lifeless marine ecosystems and potential deliberate modifications to underwater terrain. This lawsuit emphasizes the global significance of protecting marine environments.

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Comelec Plans Reforms to Prevent Party-List Abuses

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Learn more about the proposed reforms by the Commission on Elections (Comelec) to prevent abuses in the party-list substitution rule. Comelec Chairman George Erwin Garcia suggests increasing the number of official nominees from five to ten to curb exploitation and enhance the integrity of the party-list system. Pending legal issues before the Supreme Court also play a crucial role in the future of party-list nominations. These changes aim to ensure a cleaner and fairer election process in the Philippines.

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