Manila, Philippines—There are 66 candidates for 12 seats in the Senate, considered as the upper chamber of Congress that has the duty to uplift lives, especially of the poor, through legislation. — April 5, 2025
newsinfo.inquirer.netPasig congressional bet in hot water over single mom jokeA Congressional candidate in Pasig City, who went viral for a sexually charged joke about single mothers, is currently in hot water after the Commission on Elections (Comelec) issued a show cause order against him.— April 4, 2025
sunstar.com.phWillie Revillame reminded of senator's mandate after 'bigyan ng jacket' jokeTelevision host Willie Revillame was reminded of a senator's mandate following his joke about giving 'jackets' if he ever faced conflicts in the upper chamber.— April 4, 2025
interaksyon.philstar.comDetained in The Hague, Duterte Pursues a Political Comeback at HomeRodrigo Duterte, the former Philippine president who is facing charges of crimes against humanity, is running for mayor in a race analysts say he could win.— April 5, 2025
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