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A public high school principal in Masbate province, Philippines, has issued an apology for derogatory online comments he made against Akbayan Representatives Chel Diokno and Percival Cendaña, and lawyer Jesus Falcis.
A fact-check report clarifies that a circulating video was spliced to falsely suggest that Chel Diokno was 'admitting' the House prosecution's intent to fish for evidence against Vice President Sara Duterte.
The impeachment trial of VP Sara Duterte continues with prosecution and defense teams debating procedural changes to hasten the process, while public surveys indicate a strong desire for the ruling to be based on law and evidence rather than politics. Discussions also include the financial arrangements for the defense team and the potential testimony of bank managers.
Amid recent incidents of school-related violence, Philippine Representative Chel Diokno is advocating for a review of the country's firearms law to implement stiffer penalties for firearm negligence.
Why is Vice President Sara Duterte 'disturbed' by Congressman Chel Diokno's request for the House to place Ramil Madriaga under its custody?
An ethics complaint has been filed against Senator Pia Cayetano for allegedly using a spliced video of former senatorial candidate Chel Diokno during an impeachment trial. Prosecutors have also flagged the video, which was reportedly used to troll Diokno.
Sandro Marcos publicly lauded Chel Diokno's performance during an impeachment trial, a notable gesture given the historical rivalry between their families.
MANILA, Philippines — How does Akbayan party-list Rep. Chel Diokno remain calm and maintain his composure during a high-stakes, pivotal impeachment trial discussion on documents that may decide the…
Akbayan Party-list Rep. Chel Diokno has filed a measure in the Philippines to extend paternity leave benefits from seven days to 105 days, emphasizing fathers' role in child-rearing.
Senator-judge Pia Cayetano is being questioned for allegedly amplifying a misleading video featuring Chel Diokno, prompting calls to revisit the Code of Professional Responsibility and Accountability for lawyers.
Akbayan Rep. Chel Diokno clarified an edited video clip shared by Sen. Pia Cayetano on social media, which he believes made it appear as if the prosecution panel was 'fishing for evidence'.
MANILA, Philippines — Akbayan party-list Rep. Chel Diokno has argued that it is not the first time that the Senate impeachment court will be asked to summon tax and bank records of an accused…
Akbayan party-list Rep. Chel Diokno has filed a resolution seeking an investigation into reports of public school teachers incurring 'out-of-pocket expenses' for the annual Brigada Eskwela program despite existing government funding.