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17/09/2026

From Seafarer to Restaurateur: The Inspiring Journey of a Filipino Entrepreneur in Abu Dhabi

Watch this report by Sophie Tayco Soldevilla

Ambassador Balatbat, DMW Chief Cacdac Discuss Welfare of Filipino WorkersPhilippine Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Raymond B...
17/09/2026

Ambassador Balatbat, DMW Chief Cacdac Discuss Welfare of Filipino Workers

Philippine Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Raymond Balatbat met with Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) Secretary Hans Leo Cacdac on September 16, 2026.

Secretary Cacdac is in the region for meetings with his counterparts to discuss key labor concerns and matters affecting the rights, welfare, and protection of Filipino workers.
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Philippines, Saudi Arabia Strengthen Bilateral Labor Cooperation to Protect OFWsPhilippine Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Ra...
17/09/2026

Philippines, Saudi Arabia Strengthen Bilateral Labor Cooperation to Protect OFWs

Philippine Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Raymond Balatbat, together with Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) Secretary Hans Leo Cacdac, met with officials of Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development on September 16, 2026.

The Saudi delegation was led by Minister Engr. Ahmad bin Sulaiman Al-Rajhi.

The meeting focused on bilateral labor concerns and underscored the Philippine government’s continuing efforts to strengthen labor cooperation and safeguard the rights, welfare, and interests of Filipino migrant workers in the Kingdom.
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16/09/2026

DUTERTE PERSONALLY APPEARS AT 3RD ICC STATUS CONFERENCE IN THE HAGUE

Former President Rodrigo Duterte made his first in-person appearance before the International Criminal Court (ICC) on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, as the Court’s Trial Chamber III conducted the third status conference in his case in The Hague, Netherlands.

Duterte, 81, appeared in the courtroom wearing a black suit and white shirt. He had previously attended ICC proceedings through video link, including his initial appearance in March 2025.

The status conference focused on pretrial matters, including the organization and disclosure of evidence, the upcoming trial schedule, and Duterte’s ability to participate in the proceedings. His trial is currently scheduled to begin on November 30, 2026.

Duterte is facing ICC proceedings over alleged crimes against humanity linked to the killings associated with his administration’s anti-drug campaign. The former president has denied wrongdoing, while the ICC continues to determine the case through its judicial process.

His appearance marked a significant moment in the proceedings, as it was the first time Duterte personally appeared before ICC judges since his detention in The Hague in March 2025.
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“AS LONG AS MAY QUORUM”: AZCUNA, IPINALIWANAG ANG IMPEACHMENT VOTE KUNG 15 NA LANG ANG SENADORIsang hypothetical scenari...
16/09/2026

“AS LONG AS MAY QUORUM”: AZCUNA, IPINALIWANAG ANG IMPEACHMENT VOTE KUNG 15 NA LANG ANG SENADOR

Isang hypothetical scenario ang iniharap ni Senate President at Presiding Officer Francis “Chiz” Escudero kay retired Supreme Court Associate Justice Adolfo Azcuna tungkol sa kinakailangang boto para sa conviction sa impeachment trial ni Vice President Sara Duterte.

Tinanong ni Escudero si Azcuna kung ano ang magiging sitwasyon kung siyam na senador ang pumanaw at 15 na lamang ang matitirang miyembro ng Senado—mas mababa sa kasalukuyang 16-vote requirement para sa two-thirds ng 24-member Senate.

Ayon kay Azcuna, sa ganitong sitwasyon, ang 15 na natitirang senador ang ituturing na “all members of the Senate” para sa layunin ng pagbibilang ng two-thirds vote, basta’t mayroon pa ring quorum upang makapagsagawa ng opisyal na sesyon.

Ang talakayan ay bahagi ng pagdinig ng Senate impeachment court sa constitutional interpretation ng voting threshold. Sa ilalim ng Article XI, Section 3(6) ng 1987 Constitution, kailangan ang concurrence ng two-thirds of all members of the Senate para sa conviction.

Si Azcuna ay kabilang sa mga inimbitahang amici curiae o “friends of the court” upang magbigay ng legal na pananaw sa usapin ng impeachment voting threshold.
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“DITO MAG-UUMPISA, DITO RIN MATATAPOS”: PANGANIBAN ON TRUTH AND FAIRNESS IN IMPEACHMENT TRIAL“Truth and fairness” took c...
16/09/2026

“DITO MAG-UUMPISA, DITO RIN MATATAPOS”: PANGANIBAN ON TRUTH AND FAIRNESS IN IMPEACHMENT TRIAL

“Truth and fairness” took center stage in a brief exchange between Senator-judge Robin Padilla and retired Chief Justice Artemio Panganiban during the ongoing impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte.

Bago lumisan sa Senado, tinanong ni Padilla ang kaniyang tinukoy na “textmate” na si Panganiban kung sa impeachment court ba dapat magsimula ang paghahanap ng katotohanan at katarungan.

“Dito po mag-uumpisa at dito rin matatapos,” sagot ni Panganiban.

Sinundan ito ni Padilla ng tanong kung nangangahulugan itong ang mga miyembro ng impeachment court na nangangailangan ng “truth and fairness” ang unang dapat makinabang dito.

“Lahat po tayo kailangan ng truth and fairness,” tugon naman ni Panganiban.

Ang palitan ay naganap habang nagpapatuloy ang paglilitis ng Senado bilang impeachment court, kung saan sentro ng mga talakayan ang mga tuntunin at pamantayang dapat sundin sa pagdedesisyon sa kaso.
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16/09/2026

ROMUALDEZ APPEARS IN WHEELCHAIR DURING REMOTE SANDIGANBAYAN HEARING

Former House Speaker Martin Romualdez appeared in a wheelchair as he remotely attended his arraignment and pre-trial proceedings before the Sandiganbayan Third Division on Wednesday, September 16, from the New Quezon City Jail-Male Dormitory in Payatas.

The anti-graft court had earlier allowed Romualdez to participate in the proceedings via videoconference while in jail.

Romualdez was previously detained at Cardinal Santos Medical Center and later transferred to the Philippine General Hospital for an independent medical examination. The Sandiganbayan subsequently ordered his transfer to the Quezon City Jail after government doctors found him clinically stable and no longer in need of acute hospital confinement. (GMA Network⁠)
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16/09/2026

INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH 2026 HELD THE MEDIA CONFERENCE IN ABU DHABI
Watch this report by Sophie Tayco Soldevilla

Padilla Vows to Face DOJ Probe Over Alleged Dela Rosa EscapeSenator Robin Padilla said he is prepared to face the Depart...
16/09/2026

Padilla Vows to Face DOJ Probe Over Alleged Dela Rosa Escape

Senator Robin Padilla said he is prepared to face the Department of Justice (DOJ) and answer allegations of obstruction of justice linked to the reported departure of Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa from the Senate premises in May.

Padilla, accompanied by his legal counsel Atty. Henry Balteza, held a press conference at the Senate in Pasay City on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, following the DOJ’s issuance of a subpoena in connection with the complaint.

The DOJ has directed Padilla to appear before prosecutors on September 25 and October 9 to submit his counter-affidavit and supporting documents. The complaint was filed by the Philippine National Police-Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (PNP-CIDG), which alleges that Padilla and other respondents helped Dela Rosa evade arrest.

Padilla has maintained that he merely gave Dela Rosa a ride after the incident at the Senate and has denied facilitating an attempt to evade authorities.

During Wednesday’s press conference, Padilla said he would face the complaint and respond through the proper legal forum, while his counsel is expected to handle the legal proceedings.

The DOJ is set to conduct a formal preliminary investigation after evaluating the complaint and the respondents’ submissions.
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PH-CZECH SOCIAL SECURITY DEAL NEARS APPROVALThe Social Security System (SSS) is moving closer to finalizing a proposed S...
15/09/2026

PH-CZECH SOCIAL SECURITY DEAL NEARS APPROVAL

The Social Security System (SSS) is moving closer to finalizing a proposed Social Security Agreement between the Philippines and the Czech Republic, aimed at strengthening benefits and coverage for Filipino workers there.

SSS President and CEO Robert Joseph M. de Claro led the Philippine delegation in meetings with Philippine Ambassador Eduardo Martin R. Meñez and Czech Social Security Administration officials in Prague.

The agreement’s text was finalized on August 12, 2026, following negotiations that began in 2023. It will now undergo the respective approval processes of both countries.

The proposed pact seeks to enhance social security protection for an estimated 12,303 Filipinos residing in the Czech Republic, benefiting workers and their families.
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