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Senator-judges press Acosta over repeated answers on OVP confidential funds

Senator-judges press Acosta over repeated answers on OVP confidential funds

Video: Watch video on YouTube Manila, Philippines – Several senator-judges E×ρréššed frustration over the repeated answers of former Office of the Vice President special disbursing officer Gina Acosta as she faced further questioning on the handling of the OVP’s confidential funds. Senator-judge Panfilo Lacson pressed Acosta over how the funds were released and accounted for, questioning whether her role as special disbursing officer was merely ministerial or whether she exercised judgment before approving transactions. Lacson noted that even if the funds were intended for confidential activities, purchases and disbursements still had to be supported by proper documentation, including official receipts and signatures from actual...
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Sandiganbayan allows Senator Jinggoy Estrada to undergo knee X-ray

Sandiganbayan allows Senator Jinggoy Estrada to undergo knee X-ray

Video: Watch video on YouTube The Sandiganbayan has allowed detained Sen. Jinggoy Estrada to temporarily leave the New Quezon City Jail to undergo an X-ray procedure on both knees at a private hospital in San Juan City on Wednesday, August 26. In a resolution, the anti-graft court’s Fifth Division granted Estrada’s request for medical leave after he cited persistent pain in both knees and a previous diagnosis of osteoarthritis, a condition that has made walking difficult for him. Estrada said his orthopedic doctor recommended an X-ray of both knees to determine whether his condition had worsened. The procedure is expected to take about 15 to 30 minutes. The prosecution opposed the request, arguing that Estrada’s reported condition was...
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US warns Irans trading partners as Washington launches new economic offensive

US warns Irans trading partners as Washington launches new economic offensive

Video: Watch video on YouTube The United States has warned countries and companies that continue doing business with Iran that they could face penalties as Washington intensifies its economic campaign against Tehran. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Monday announced what the Trump administration calls “Operation Economic Outcast,” a new push aimed at cutting Iran off from its remaining financial and commercial links around the world. Bessent earlier described the campaign as an “economic D-Day” and the largest financial offensive Washington has mounted against an adversary. The new measures are aimed at companies, financial institutions and other entities that help Iran generate revenue or evade existing US sanctions. Washington...
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Grammy Award-Winning Artist Lil' Eddie performs at KDR Adventure Camp's KDRAC at Night in Bataan

Grammy Award-Winning Artist Lil' Eddie performs at KDR Adventure Camp's KDRAC at Night in Bataan

Video: Watch video on YouTube Orani, Bataan — KDR Adventure Camp's Sunday dinner concert series, KDRAC At Night, delivered an unforgettable evening for guests as international Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter and record producer Lil' Eddie graced the stage at the camp's Events Hall on August 16, 2026. Lil' Eddie, born Edwin Serrano, is a Filipino-Puerto Rican artist recognized across the global music industry for his work as a performer, songwriter, and producer. He has written and produced for major international acts and has earned multiple Grammy nominations along with Grammy wins over the course of his career. The artist joined KDRAC At Night's feature performer, Kris Lawrence, as a special guest for the night, delivering a...
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Paggamit ng US ng economic pressure laban sa Iran, patunay umano ng pagkatalo - Iran Deputy PM

Paggamit ng US ng economic pressure laban sa Iran, patunay umano ng pagkatalo - Iran Deputy PM

Video: Watch video on YouTube Nagbanta ang Estados Unidos sa mga bansang patuloy na makikipagkalakalan sa Iran sa gitna ng tinawag nitong “economic D-Day” laban sa Tehran. Subalit para sa Iran, ang hakbang na ito ng Washington ay patunay lamang umano na nabigo ang military campaign ng Amerika at kailangan na nitong umasa sa economic pressure. Source: UNTV News and Rescue Date posted: August 25, 2026 10:59 AM
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Pagong, Pusa, Ngitngit among names in OVP confidential fund receipts

Pagong, Pusa, Ngitngit among names in OVP confidential fund receipts

Video: Watch video on YouTube More unusual names surfaced in acknowledgment receipts submitted to account for the Office of the Vice President’s confidential fund expenditures during Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial. Among the names presented by the prosecution were Antonio Pagong, Timon Andrew Pusa, Xuniso P. Belat, Don Piang, May Pamana and Shane Ngitngit. The receipts showed that Pagong, Pusa and Belat purportedly received P100,000 each. Piang was listed as receiving P250,000, while Pamana and Ngitngit were associated with P150,000 each. The stated purposes included the purchase of information, transportation and supplies for confidential operations. Former OVP special disbursing officer Gina Acosta, however, admitted...
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Taiwan to offer NT$5,000 travel credit to repeat foreign tourists

Taiwan to offer NT$5,000 travel credit to repeat foreign tourists

Video: Watch video on YouTube Taiwan will launch a new tourism incentive program offering NT$5,000 (over ₱9,000) travel credit for qualified repeat international tourists. Under the program, foreign independent travelers who have visited Taiwan at least once since January 1, 2023, can register for a chance to be selected to receive the travel credit. The repeat visitors program will run from October 10, 2026 to March 31, 2027. Online registration will be open from October 1. The incentive primarily covers foreign independent travelers; separate incentives are also available for group tours. Groups with at least four participants and a minimum of 10% repeat visitors can receive between 10,000 and 30,000 Taiwan Dollars, depending on the...
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NBI E×ρréššes concern over youth involvement in îllégâl ********

NBI E×ρréššes concern over youth involvement in îllégâl ********

Video: Watch video on YouTube The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) E×ρréššed concern over the involvement of the youth in îllégâl ********. This stems from the arrest of seven Information Technology (IT) graduates in Silang, Cavite for involvement in îllégâl online cockfighting (e-******). According to NBI-NCR Regional Director Atty. Emeterio Dongallo Jr., the incident is alarming because the individuals involved seem so unbothered following their arrest. “Ang nakakabahala, nang mahuli sila, parang wala lang,” he said The arrested individuals are currently in NBI custody. The bureau actively investigates to locate the potential mastermind behind the îllégâl ******** operation. Source: UNTV News and Rescue Date posted: August 25...
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Gina Acosta cannot remember the allocated confi funds in Davao City

Gina Acosta cannot remember the allocated confi funds in Davao City

Video: Watch video on YouTube Former Office of the Vice President Special Disbursing Officer Gina Acosta appeared before the Senate Impeachment Court on August 25, 2026. The impeachment court is continuing discussions on Article I, which involves the alleged misuse of confidential funds. During the proceedings, questions turned to confidential funds allocated to Davao City when Vice President Sara Duterte served as its mayor. Presenting an infographic, private prosecutor Atty. Armando Ligutan asked Acosta if she remembered the alleged P460 million allocated funds for Davao City starting 2019. Acosta responded that she could no longer remember the amount and added that she didn’t withdraw such an amount when she was the SDO in Davao...
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5-year-old Filipina bags 6 gold medals at ASEAN chess championships

5-year-old Filipina bags 6 gold medals at ASEAN chess championships

Video: Watch video on YouTube Five-year-old Jodiel Chloe Banawa of Alicia, Isabela emerged as one of the Philippines’ top performers at the 24th ASEAN+ Age-Group Chess Championships in Singapore after winning six gold medals. Banawa swept the Girls Under-6 division, taking individual gold in the standard, rapid, and blitz events. She also helped the Philippine team secure gold medals in the same three categories. In the standard event, Banawa finished with six points in seven games and clinched the title after defeating fellow Filipino Rien Euri Villa in the final round. Her lone loss came in the third round against India’s Aditi Nambiar, but she bounced back by winning her remaining four matches. She posted another six-point finish in...
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Dollar-for-Dollar tariff vs bagong 50% US tariffs, alok ng Canada sa Trump administration

Dollar-for-Dollar tariff vs bagong 50% US tariffs, alok ng Canada sa Trump administration

Video: Watch video on YouTube Magpapatupad ang Canada ng “dollar-for-dollar” tariffs kontra sa bagong 50% U.S. tariffs sa 20 billion dollars na Canadian goods. Ayon kay Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, ang tit-for-tat measure na ito ay epektibo sa September 8 at sasaklaw sa steel, dairy, appliances, agricultural equipment, pulp at paper, at electronics. Source: UNTV News and Rescue Date posted: August 24, 2026 1:59 PM
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Income ng PAGCOR, humina umano pero itutuloy ang mataas na pondo sa socio-civic projects

Income ng PAGCOR, humina umano pero itutuloy ang mataas na pondo sa socio-civic projects

Video: Watch video on YouTube Tinatalakay ngayong araw sa mababang kapulungan ang panukalang budget ng Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR). Sa pagdinig, iginiit ng PAGCOR na mananatiling mataas ang ilalaan nilang budget para sa socio-civic projects sa kabila ng pagbaba ng kanilang income. Source: UNTV News and Rescue Date posted: August 24, 2026 1:49 PM
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Senator Imee Marcos says teachers should not be blamed for Zamboanga school shooting

Senator Imee Marcos says teachers should not be blamed for Zamboanga school shooting

Video: Watch video on YouTube MANILA, Philippines — Senator Imee Marcos said teachers should not be blamed for the recent shooting incident at a school in Zamboanga City, as she criticized remarks made by Palace Press Officer Undersecretary Claire Castro on teachers and morality. In a video message, Marcos defended teachers and said responsibility for the incident should not be placed on them, especially since a teacher was reportedly among those targeted during the shooting. "Ano ba naman sila, bakit naman sisisihin ang mga hamak na teacher, samantalang yung isang guro, siya pa nga ang pinupuntirya? Muntik-muntikan na nga, sinweretehan na lang. Ano naman ang malay ng mga teacher, pambihira naman," Senator Imee Marcos said. [“Why blame...
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North Korea, muling magpapadala ng karagdagang tropa sa Russia South Korean military intelligence

North Korea, muling magpapadala ng karagdagang tropa sa Russia South Korean military intelligence

Video: Watch video on YouTube Naghahanda ang North Korea para sa posibleng pagpapadala ng karagdagang tropa sa Russia ayon sa military intelligence ng South Korea. Babala ng South Korea, posibleng magamit ng North Korea sa pagpapalakas ng sarili nitong military capabilities ang combat experience at battlefield data na nakukuha mula sa Russia-Ukraine war. Source: UNTV News and Rescue Date posted: August 24, 2026 9:18 AM
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2 dike sa Paombong, aayusin na ng DPWH gamit ang bagong disenyo Sec. Dizon

2 dike sa Paombong, aayusin na ng DPWH gamit ang bagong disenyo Sec. Dizon

Video: Watch video on YouTube Aayusin na ng Department of Public Works and Highways ang dalawang dike sa Paombong, Bulacan gamit ang bagong disenyo para sa konstruksyon nito. Ito ang inanunsyo ni DPWH Secretary Vince Dizon matapos na personal na inspeksyunin ang mga naturang flood control project nitong weekend. Source: UNTV News and Rescue Date posted: August 24, 2026 9:13 AM
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AFP: No binding commitment to remove BRP Sierra Madre from Ayungin Shoal

AFP: No binding commitment to remove BRP Sierra Madre from Ayungin Shoal

Video: Watch video on YouTube MANILA, Philippines — The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) rejected China’s claim that Manila had committed to remove the BRP Sierra Madre from Ayungin Shoal, saying no binding agreement requires the Philippines to withdraw the grounded Navy vessel. AFP spokesperson for the West Philippine Sea retired Rear Adm. Roy Vincent Trinidad accused the Chinese Embassy in Manila of attempting to “rewrite history” over the Philippine presence at Ayungin Shoal. China has repeatedly claimed that the Philippines promised to remove the BRP Sierra Madre, which was deliberately grounded at Ayungin Shoal in 1999 and has since served as a Philippine military outpost. Manila has consistently denied that any binding...
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SP Gatchalian calls for more mental health professionals in schools

SP Gatchalian calls for more mental health professionals in schools

Video: Watch video on YouTube MANILA, Philippines — Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian called for stronger efforts to address the shortage of mental health professionals in the country following recent fatal shooting incidents in schools. Gatchalian said the Philippines needs to produce more graduates who are qualified to provide mental health programs and services in schools and communities. He also E×ρréššed support for the Department of Health’s plan to train and certify healthcare workers to provide initial mental health interventions, particularly in areas where access to specialists remains limited. According to Gatchalian, mental health services should not be treated as a privilege and must be made accessible to students and...
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Police Brig. Gen. Christopher Abrahano assumes NCRPO post, vows stronger visibility, faster response

Police Brig. Gen. Christopher Abrahano assumes NCRPO post, vows stronger visibility, faster response

Video: Watch video on YouTube MANILA, Philippines — Police Brig. Gen. Christopher Abrahano has assumed leadership of the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO), succeeding Police Maj. Gen. Anthony Aberin, who reached mandatory retirement. During the change of command ceremony at the NCRPO, Abrahano said his administration will focus on strengthening police visibility and ensuring faster response to incidents across Metro Manila. He said police officers must remain ready to respond whenever the public needs assistance, stressing that accessibility and prompt action are essential to building public trust. Abrahano previously served as regional director of Police Regional Office 10. He also headed the Criminal Investigation and...
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DOH hospitals ready to treat leptospirosis cases, public urged to seek early consultation

DOH hospitals ready to treat leptospirosis cases, public urged to seek early consultation

Video: Watch video on YouTube MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Health (DOH) said its hospitals are prepared to provide immediate treatment for leptospirosis cases amid continued monitoring of hospital capacity. The agency said it is closely monitoring the bed capacity of DOH hospitals and has activated its referral system to ensure patients are directed to facilities that can accommodate them. The measure is aimed at preventing overcrowding and ensuring that patients receive timely medical care. The DOH also reminded the public, especially those who have waded through floodwaters, to seek medical consultation at a YAKAP Clinic or the nearest DOH hospital. The agency advised individuals exposed to floodwaters to consult a...
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EDSA-Magallanes flyover placed under emergency maintenance

EDSA-Magallanes flyover placed under emergency maintenance

Video: Watch video on YouTube The EDSA-Magallanes Flyover in Makati City has been placed under emergency maintenance after falling debris was reported due to stolen structural parts. According to the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), several metal expansion joints of the flyover were tampered with and stolen, leaving gaps that caused localized damage to the structure. As a safety measure, authorities installed safety nets underneath the flyover and placed temporary steel plates over the affected expansion joints. The agency announced that repair works are scheduled to run from Friday (August 21) to Monday (August 24). Source: UNTV News and Rescue Date posted: August 22, 2026 2:31 PM
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