Panay News

08/06/2026

08/06/2026

NO BACKCHANNEL TALKS IN JINGGOY CASE – OMBUDSMAN

MANILA – Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla has firmly denied any discussions or negotiations with Sen. Jinggoy Estrada or his representatives regarding the plunder and graft cases stemming from alleged irregularities in flood control projects, stressing that the cases will be decided solely on the strength of the evidence.

The denial came amid claims by Estrada that several individuals had allegedly approached him concerning his legal troubles, including suggestions that his cases could be influenced through political channels.

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08/06/2026

‘BASURA ANG KANILANG SINASABI AT DINADALA’

WATCH: Palace Press Officer Claire Castro said the 18 individuals who allegedly delivered kickbacks to certain officials could be described as either “18 kargadores” or “18 basurero.”

Video: RTVM

08/06/2026

For millions of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs), life abroad means enduring long hours, homesickness, and sacrifice for one meaningful purpose: giving their loved ones in the Philippines a better life. Behind every remittance is a story of hard work, resilience, love, and hope—a lifeline that keeps Filipino families connected across borders.

For millions of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs), life abroad means enduring long hours, homesickness, and sacrifice for one meaningful purpose: giving their loved ones in the Philippines a better life. Behind every remittance is a story of hard work, resilience, love, and hope—a lifeline that kee...

08/06/2026

GATCHALIAN LISTED AS SENATE PRESIDENT PRO TEMPORE

LOOK: The official Senate website has listed Senator Sherwin Gatchalian as Senate President Pro Tempore. Meanwhile, Senator Alan Peter Cayetano's designation as Senate President no longer appears on the site, according to the updated online directory.

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08/06/2026

TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE: CATAAN BRIDGE IN SAN JOAQUIN, ILOILO

The Department of Public Works and Highways Region VI has announced the temporary closure of Cataan Bridge in San Joaquin, Iloilo, Philippines effective June 8, 2026, to facilitate the repair of its permanent bridge slab.

Motorists are advised to utilize alternative routes and to strictly observe traffic signages and instructions from authorities.

ALTERNATE ROUTES:
Heavy Vehicles: Iloilo–Antique Road
Light Vehicles (4-wheel): Tiolas–Sinugbohan Road

| via Fressie Joy, UA Intern

📸: Region 6 - DPWH

08/06/2026

PRAY FOR MINDANAO 🙏🤍

We join the nation in praying for the safety and well-being of all those affected by the magnitude 7.8 earthquake in Mindanao.

08/06/2026

House Secretary General, Atty. Cheloy Velicaria-Garafil submitted to the Senate on Monday morning the 11-member House prosecution panel’s manifestation concerning Vice President Sara Duterte’s response to the impeachment articles against her.

Senate Secretary and Clerk of the Impeachment Court Atty. Renato Bantug Jr. received the five-page manifestation.

Courtesy: House Secretary General’s Office

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08/06/2026

LOOK: A building at Kalbay National High School in Jose Abad Santos, Davao Occidental, sustained major damage following a destructive earthquake that struck on the morning of Monday, June 8, 2026.

📸: Amor Pelite

08/06/2026

All traffic personnel have been deployed across Iloilo City to safeguard thousands of students returning to school today amid an expected surge in traffic volume.

ILOILO City — All traffic personnel have been deployed across Iloilo City to safeguard thousands of students returning to school today amid an expected surge in traffic volume. The Traffic and Transportation Management Office (TTMO) placed its entire force on full alert, with enforcers stationed i...