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Panibagong grupo, naghain ng TRO sa ibang korte para harangin ang wage hike TUCP
Video: Watch video on YouTube Ayon sa Trade Union Congress of the Philippines (TUCP), matapos payagan ng isang korte sa Pasig ang temporary restraining order (TRO) laban sa P85 wage increase sa Metro Manila, mayroon na ring iba pang grupo na umano'y naghahain ng kahalintulad na petisyon sa iba pang hukuman upang harangin ang dagdag-sahod. Source: UNTV News and Rescue Date posted: August 5, 2026 1:46 PM
TUCP, hinimok ang Gabinete na ipagtanggol ang P85 NCR wage hike
Video: Watch video on YouTube Nanawagan ang Trade Union Congress of the Philippines (TUCP) sa mga miyembro ng Gabinete ni Pangulong Ferdinand Marcos Jr. na ipagtanggol ang P85 umento sa sahod ng mga manggagawa sa National Capital Region. Kasabay nito, naghain ang isang kongresista ng 6 na panukalang batas na naglalayong palakasin ang proteksyon at kapakanan ng mga manggagawa. Source: UNTV News and Rescue Date posted: August 5, 2026 1:47 PM
NBI prepares probe into 27 flood control projects
Video: Watch video on YouTube The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) is currently preparing evidence for its upcoming probe into alleged anomalies in flood control projects. According to NBI Director Melvin Matibag, the bureau is currently preparing to investigate over 27 flood control projects. Among these is the alleged anomaly in Taguig City flood control project mentioned by Senator Panfilo “Ping” Lacson. In line with this, the NBI may request copies of the documents of flood control projects that Senator Lacson submitted to the Office of the Ombudsman. “I think yung kay Senator Lacson, finile na niya sa Office of the Ombudsman eh. If he will voluntarily wants to share it to us, we can write a letter to him to provide us the...
48 Chinese vessels monitored in WPS last month AFP
Video: Watch video on YouTube The Philippine Navy has monitored 48 vessels from the People's Liberation Army (PLA) Navy and the Chinese Coast Guard (CCG) across four key maritime features in the West Philippine Sea in the month of July. The number of vessels was: Bajo de Masinloc - 22 19 - CCG 3 - PLA Ayungin Shoal - 14 13 - CCG 1 - PLA Pag-asa Islands - 8 5 - CCG 3 - PLA Escoda Shoal - 4 3 - CCG 1 - PLA According to Philippine Navy Spokesperson for the West Philippine Sea Retired Rear Admiral Roy Vincent Trinidad, these detections are part of the continuous radio challenge and monitoring to track ships entering the country’s maritime domain. As of July, the Philippine Navy monitored 20,749 vessels (3,071 domestic vessels and...
Strait of Hormuz, posibleng tuluyan nang mabuksan ngayong araw o bukas US official
Video: Watch video on YouTube Posibleng mabuksan muli ang Strait of Hormuz kasunod ng pag-usad ng negosasyon sa pagitan ng Iran at Estados Unidos. Ayon sa ilang matataas na opisyal ng Estados Unidos, kasunod ito ng pagbabanta ni US President Donald Trump na ito na umano ang huling pagkakataon ng Iran na pumirma sa isang kasunduan. Kung hindi, haharap umano ang Iran sa mas matinding pag-atake. Source: UNTV News and Rescue Date posted: August 5, 2026 11:08 AM
History made in D.C.: Senate honors Alex Ealas breakthrough WTA title
Video: Watch video on YouTube PASAY CITY—The Senate rallied behind Alex Eala on August 4, celebrating her historic victory at the 2026 WTA Mubadala DC Open. Eala became the first Filipina to capture a WTA singles crown, a landmark triumph in Washington D.C. that propelled her to a career-high World No. 20. The plenary hall echoed with praise as lawmakers cheered her hard-fought win and called for stronger, sustained investment in local sports development to build on this global success. Senate President Win Gatchalian lauded Eala for giving the nation its first international tennis championship, noting how millions of Filipinos stayed up late to watch her match. He emphasized that the late-night sacrifice ρáíd off, bringing much-needed...
Atty. Michael Poa apologizes to FVP Binay over confidential funds remark
Video: Watch video on YouTube PASAY CITY—Atty. Michael Poa offered a public apology to former Vice President Jejomar Binay on August 4 after raising the issue of 2014 confidential funds on the twelfth day of the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte. The former Office of the Vice President (OVP) spokesperson clarified that he had no intention of attacking the former official when he brought up the past budget allocations. “I have to apologize if I offended anyone from VP Binay’s camp. I didn’t want to drag his name into this,” Atty. Poa stated directly in a press conference after the court proceedings. Poa explained that his statement was meant to show that confidential funds are not exclusive to current Vice President Sara...
Crime rate drops 36% in July, but public perception still shaped by sensational reporting PNP
Video: Watch video on YouTube Crime recorded across the country dropped by 36.12 percent in July this year, according to the Philippine National Police (PNP). Data showed that recorded crimes fell from 3,458 in July 2025 to 2,209 in July this year — a decrease of 1,249 cases. The PNP said this decline runs contrary to the perception of some that the Philippines remains in a state of disorder. PNP Chief Pgen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. attributed this gap between the data and public perception to sensationalized crime reporting, particularly on social media. Speaking on the matter, Nartatez said the PNP does not shy away from having incidents reported or highlighted publicly, noting that this pushes police officers to work harder on...
Several senators criticize Pasig RTC's TRO against NCR wage increase
Video: Watch video on YouTube Metro Manila, Philippines – The Senate did not let pass the temporary restraining order (TRO) issued against the wage increase for minimum wage earners in Metro Manila. According to several senators, this is unjust, especially since the wage increase went through the proper process. Several senators strongly condemned the temporary restraining order (TRO) issued by the Pasig Regional Trial Court, which halted the implementation of the additional wage for minimum wage earners in Metro Manila. Senator Robinhood Padilla opened the discussion on the matter and mentioned that he was among those who went to the Pasig RTC yesterday to call for the immediate dismissal of the issued temporary restraining order...
KDR Adventure Camp in Bataan aims to become the Philippines' 'rescue capital'
Video: Watch video on YouTube Orani, Bataan City – As the country faces a growing number of disasters, the readiness of rescuers is also being strengthened. UNTV News and Rescue aims to establish the KDR Adventure Camp as a world-class rescue training center that could become the rescue hub or rescue capital of the Philippines. In his statement, Kuya Daniel Razon E×ρréššed his hope that, with God's help, the site would become a center for rescue training for the Philippines. "I'm really inclined na sa tulong at awa ng Panginoon. Itong dako natin dito ay maging isang sentro ng Rescue Training sa buong Pilipinas." [I'm really inclined, with the help and mercy of the Lord, that this place of ours will become a center for Rescue Training...
Ex-US Army general, nagbabala sa US laban sa compromised mediators sa US-Iran talks
Video: Watch video on YouTube Wala pang kumpirmasyon kung natuloy ang inaasahang muling pag-uusap ng mga kinatawan ng Iran at Estados Unidos ngayong Martes, batay sa naunang inanunsyo ni US President Donald Trump. Samantala, nagbabala ang isang dating mataas na opisyal ng US Army sa Trump administration laban sa paggamit ng mga tinawag niyang ‘compromised mediators’ sa pakikipag-usap sa Iran at sa mga kaalyadong bansa. Source: UNTV News and Rescue Date posted: August 4, 2026 9:09 PM
Ceuta border, nilagyan ng floating barrier laban sa îllégâl immigrants
Video: Watch video on YouTube Naglagay ang pamahalaan ng Spain ng floating barrier sa maritime border ng Ceuta upang pigilan ang mga pagtatangkang iligal na pagpasok ng mga migranteng nagmumula sa Morocco. Layunin ng hakbang na palakasin ang seguridad sa hangganan at mapigilan ang pagdami ng mga ilegal na pagtawid sa nasabing lungsod. Source: UNTV News and Rescue Date posted: August 4, 2026 9:12 PM
SILG. Remulla, sinabing walang impormasyon ang PNP sa pag-aresto kay Sen. Ronald dela Rosa
Video: Watch video on YouTube Sinabi ni Interior and Local Government Secretary Jonvic Remulla na wala umanong impormasyon ang Philippine National Police (PNP) kaugnay ng kumakalat na balitang naaresto na si Sen. Ronald "Bato" dela Rosa. Ito ang pahayag ng kalihim sa isang text message ngayong araw. Source: UNTV News and Rescue Date posted: August 4, 2026 9:07 PM
PNP to strengthen community intelligence vs îllégâl ********
Video: Watch video on YouTube The Philippine National Police (PNP) is determined to eradicate îllégâl ******** in the country. Hence, PNP Chief Police General Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. ordered ground commanders to strengthen community intelligence. PGen. Nartatez believes that the most effective way to abolish îllégâl ******** comes from the direct communication of residents with the police. This strategy aims to identify and dismantle îllégâl ******** operations across various regions. Based on the record, 9,401 individuals were arrested, while over ₱3.2 million worth of bet money and ******** paraphernalia were confiscated, as of July 2026. PGen. Nartatez clarified that the strategy is not only applicable in Metro Manila but also...
LTFRB to release decision on provisional fare hike for PUVs this week
Video: Watch video on YouTube Transport groups have different requests regarding their proposed fare hike for public utility vehicles (PUVs), according to PISTON National President Mody Floranda. “Magkakaiba yung petition. Yung iba ay merong ₱5; yung MANIBELA ay ₱2. Ang PISTON ay merong ₱10,” he said [“The petitions differ. Others are asking for ₱5; MANIBELA is asking ₱2. The PISTON has ₱10.”] However, transport groups still didn’t secure the grant to their request on fare adjustments covering traditional jeepneys, UV E×ρréšš, motorcycle taxis, and regular taxis. This follows the hearing conducted by the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) on the pending fare hike petitions amid rising fuel prices. According to...
72 patay sa pagtawid ng libo-libong migrante mula Morocco patungong Ceuta
Video: Watch video on YouTube Umakyat na sa 72 ang bilang ng mga nasawi sa pagtawid ng libo-libong migrante mula Morocco patungo sa Spanish enclave na Ceuta. Sinisi naman ng pamahalaan ng Morocco ang maling impormasyon sa social media, mga human trafficking group, at maling pagkakaunawa sa isang desisyon ng korte sa Spain sa biglaang pagdagsa ng mga migrante. Source: UNTV News and Rescue Date posted: August 4, 2026 12:40 PM
Israel, nagpahayag ng pangamba sa U.S. hinggil sa Hamas disarmament plan
Video: Watch video on YouTube Ipinarating na ng Israel sa Estados Unidos ang pangamba nito kaugnay ng planong pagdisarma sa Hamas sa ilalim ng U.S.-backed peace framework. Patuloy na iginiit ng Israel na hindi ito aatras sa Gaza at mananatiling naka-deploy ang mga puwersa nito hangga’t hindi ganap at napapatunayang nagsuko na ng armas ang Hamas. Source: UNTV News and Rescue Date posted: August 4, 2026 12:43 PM
LIVE: Impeachment Trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, Day 12 August 4, 2026
The historic Impeachment Trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, day 12, August 4, 2026. 🔴 What are the charges against VP Sara Duterte?The House of Representatives transmitted four major Articles of Impeachment to the Senate, which include: 1. Assassination Threats: Public death threats directed against President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr., First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos, and former Speaker Martin Romualdez. 2. Unexplained Wealth: Alleged failure to truthfully disclose assets in her SALN from 2022 to 2024. 3. Bribery: Alleged procurement and bribery irregularities involving DepEd officials. 4. Misuse of Public Funds: Alleged irregularities surrounding ₱612.5 million in confidential and intelligence funds under the OVP and DepEd...
Alleged fake Filipino behind major power grid projects exposed by BI
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BREAKING NEWS: Alex Eala makes history as first Filipino to win WTA Tour singles title
Video: Watch video on YouTube Washington, D.C – Alex Eala made history as the first Filipino to win a WTA Tour singles title. The 20-year-old defeated world No. 3 Jessica Pegula of the United States, 4-6, 6-4, 6-0, in the final of the 2026 Mubadala DC Open in Washington, D.C. The match was delayed several times because of thunderstorms and had to be completed over two days. Play was suspended Sunday night, with Pegula ahead in the match, before resuming Monday. Eala lost the opening set and later trailed 4-3 in the second. She then won nine consecutive games to take the second set and finish the final set without allowing Pegula to win a game. Before reaching the championship match, Eala defeated several prominent players, including...
GMK turns 19 with a fresh look and bigger heart for public service
Video: Watch video on YouTube For nineteen years, Good Morning Kuya (GMK) has opened the day for countless Filipino households, and this Monday, the long-running morning show proved it still has room to grow. The GMK program begins at 6:30 AM with Kuya Daniel Razon greeting the Kasangbahays, a fitting start for a program that has built its identity on both public service and everyday news and talk. Joining Kuya Daniel in the new format were familiar faces Ayra Mariano, Joshua Dionisio, Ian Miranda, Celine Ang, and Tini Balanon — a lineup that has anchored GMK's mornings for the past 4 years. The show also marked the return of Leslie Longboen to television, with Kuya Daniel welcoming her into the GMK family. Leslie was earlier at the...

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