A Philippine Senate committee has approved a bill establishing 16 as the minimum age requirement for creating social media accounts, pending full floor consideration.

Philippine Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano announced the designation of minority members to six additional Senate committees, reiterating the minority's offer to assist.

The ODS and TOP 09 senatorial club in the Czech Republic plans to reject a bill that would reinstate electronic sales records (EET) next year, going against the recommendations of Senate committees.

Twenty-six of the 41 standing committees in the Philippine Senate are still awaiting minority members as the chamber works to finalize its committee membership and resume legislative work.

Text messages released by a Senate committee reveal that Anthony Fauci discussed concerns regarding COVID mRNA vaccines for pregnant women.

The Nigerian Senate Committee on Public Accounts has given NNPCL, CBN, and other agencies a 72-hour ultimatum to respond to unresolved audit queries.

Eko Electricity Distribution Plc (EKEDP) has improved its operational performance by cutting ATC&C losses to 19.7%, earning commendation from the Senate Committee on Privatisation which pledged to escalate support for reforms.

Senators Estrada and Marcoleta have been appointed to chair Senate committees, despite their current detention. The appointments have drawn attention to the process of committee leadership selection.

A Senate committee has postponed its vote on whether to advance the nominee for the director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

By Joseph Erunke, Abuja A youth group, the Southern Kaduna Youth Movement (SKYM), has petitioned the Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges and Public Petitions, seeking an independent investigation…

Fed Chairman Warsh defended his optimistic outlook on artificial intelligence before a Senate committee, indicating that the expansion of AI infrastructure will influence future monetary policy.

Buyers of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) have acquired properties worth Rs14.2 billion, including assets in India, the Netherlands, and the US, as part of the Rs55 billion privatization deal, a Senate committee was informed.

During the Senate committee on public services hearing on July 2, committee chair Sen.

During an audit hearing before a Senate committee, Governor Wanga defended the county's expenditure of Sh500,000 on a pit latrine, an issue that has drawn public scrutiny.

The Nigerian Senate Committee on Petroleum Sector has promised to resolve jurisdictional conflicts between the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) and the Oil and Gas Free Zones Authority (OGFZA), aiming for harmony and investor confidence.

The new director of the Louvre Museum, Christophe Leribault, stated before a French Senate committee that the museum is at the edge of its capacity despite its grandeur and dedicated staff, requiring significant resources.

A new Senate report recommends that CBC/Radio-Canada provide more local coverage in 'news deserts' where hundreds of outlets have closed due to declining advertising revenue.

Senate President Pro Tempore Sherwin Gatchalian is considering legal action against former congressman Mike Defensor for announcing a supposed Senate committee hearing without authority.

The South East Development Commission (SEDC) issued a statement clarifying its expenditure of N153 million on its Abuja liaison office, following criticism from the Senate Committee regarding unaccounted funds.

The United States Senate Foreign Relations Committee has approved the nomination of Eric Wendt as the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the U.S. to the Republic of Albania. Wendt's appointment received 19 votes in favor.

Senate President Pro Tempore Loren Legarda, chairperson of the Senate Committee on Basic Education, is leading efforts for education reforms in the Philippines, aiming to optimize and rationalize Schools Divisions.

Senator Ronald 'Bato' dela Rosa has appointed three senators, Christopher 'Bong' Go, Ji, and another, as vice chairpersons of the Senate committee on public order and dangerous drugs in the Philippines.

The Philippine Senate has appointed new committee chairpersons following a recent leadership shake-up. This reorganization impacts the leadership of various legislative bodies.

Senator Ibrahim Khalid Mustapha, representing Kaduna North and vice chairman of the Senate committee on ethics, code of conduct and public petitions, has defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the African Democratic Congress (ADC).

Anti-smoking campaigners have accused the Australian Coalition of secretly providing a private platform to big tobacco lobbyists during a Senate committee hearing on the illegal tobacco trade.

Governors eat humble pie, agree to appear before Senate committees  standardmedia.co.ke

Senator Loren Legarda, chairperson of the Senate Committee on Higher, Technical and Vocational Education, is pushing for reform measures to enhance colleges, CHED, and TESDA in the Philippines.

Oscar De La Hoya and Muhammad Ali's grandson on Wednesday slammed proposed changes to federal boxing laws, warning a US Senate committee that the reforms would prioritize corporate profits and Saudi…

A Senate committee chairman has exposed deep-seated corruption within the Nigerian aviation industry, citing exploitation by airlines and calling for refor Read More:…

The Nigerian Senate Committee on Army has offered condolences to the Nigerian Army following the death of Brigadier-General Oseni Braimah and other soldiers killed during the fight against insurgency.

A partnership memorandum has been signed between the Senate Committee and the Cultural Heritage Institute in Uzbekistan, aiming to foster collaboration.

A Philippine Senate committee chairperson is advocating for a P1,500 monthly aid for minimum wage earners as an alternative to an across-the-board wage hike, citing decreased purchasing power amidst the ongoing crisis.

The Kenyan Senate Committee has issued fresh summons for county governors to account for public funds usage, with a potential outcome of 29 governors being declared unfit to hold public office.

The Senate committee has advanced Markwayne Mullin's nomination to lead the Department of Homeland Security, clearing a key hurdle and sending his confirmation to the full Senate for consideration.

MANILA, Philippines – The Senate committee on ethics and privileges will soon review a total of nine ethics complaints, including a case against past and present senators, Sen. JV Ejercito said on Wednesday. Ejercito, who heads the panel, told the media that he and his colleagues shall begin the case review after their rules have

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has sufficient petrol reserves for 27 days and diesel reserves for 21 days, Petroleum Secretary Hamed Yaqoob Sheikh said on Monday while addressing a meeting of the Senate Standing Committee on Petroleum. The standing committee, chaired by Senator Manzoor Ahmed, was meeting after the government announced a Rs55 per litre hike in the prices of both petrol and high-speed diesel in response to tensions in the Middle East. The secretary added that jet fuel (JP1) reserves were ...

Romania's USR party announced that the Senate's Labor Committee has rejected a proposed law aimed at recognizing and preventing professional burnout. The legislation was initiated by USR Economy Minister Irineu Darău and Senator Cynthia Păun.

The Nigerian Senate Committee on Public Accounts has summoned the immediate past Group Chief Executive Officer of NNPCL, Mele Kyari, and others to account for N210 trillion, threatening arrest if they fail to appear.

President Trump's controversial nominee to lead the nation's largest public lands agency faces an initial confirmation vote Wednesday as Democrats point to his past support to sell federal lands.

Sen. Ned Nwoko (APC-Delta) and Chairman Senate Committee on Reparations and Repatriation on Friday mourned his late colleague, Sen. Barinada Mpigi. The post Senator Mpigi’s demise, difficult to process – Nwoko appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Netflix-Warner Bros. merger will come before a key Senate committee on March 4, a month after the same lawmakers heard testimony from the streamer’s co-CEO Ted Sarandos defending the transaction.

Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa is facing an ethics hearing that may see his salary suspended, after a civil society group filed a formal complaint before the Senate committee on ethics yesterday over his prolonged absence.

Critics concerned as Casey Means, aligned with RFK Jr on vaccine stance, does not have active medical licence Casey Means, Donald Trump’s nominee for surgeon general of the United States, will answer questions before lawmakers on the Senate committee for health, labor and pensions on Wednesday, after her initial confirmation hearing was postponed in October when she went into labor hours before she was set to testify. Means is the president’s controversial pick for the role of the nation’s to...

The Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) presented its 2026 budget defense before the Nigerian Senate Committee on National Security and Intelligence, addressing perceived funding controversies in the sector.

A Swiss Senate committee rejected the government's original military rearmament financing plan, proposing instead a smaller VAT increase supplemented by reallocated budget funds.

Senator Erwin Tulfo stated that the burden of system loss should be shared across the entire energy ecosystem, not solely by power distributors, during a Senate Committee on Energy hearing.

The Senate Constitutional Committee in the Czech Republic has declared that a proposed amendment to presidential powers is unconstitutional, raising questions about the future of the legislative initiative.

A powerful US union, the International Association of Machinists (IAM), is under microscope by the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions over alleged ties to Cuba and a communist influence push.

A Senate committee voted to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt after he invoked his Fifth Amendment right over 100 times during a hearing. This move comes as voters prioritize economic concerns over cultural battles.

The Justice Department is facing significant pressures and challenges as it considers whether to prosecute Anthony Fauci following a contempt referral from a Senate committee.

Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, Chairman of the Senate Committee on the South East Development Commission, praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's approval of a salary increase for Nigerian Armed Forces personnel and urged troops to maintain professionalism.

A Nigerian Senate Committee's planned investigation into the Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI) Oil and Gas Industry Audit Reports for 2021, 2022, and 2023 was delayed after key agencies failed to appear.

Defense Minister Hegseth and the Chief of Staff are lobbying a Senate committee for billions in additional funding for the war in the Middle East, facing bipartisan opposition.

The Nigerian Senate Committee on Banking, Insurance and Other Financial Institutions has instructed the Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON) to begin compiling comprehensive records ahead of its planned wind-down in 2030.

By Henry Umoru ABUJA – FORMER Group General Manager (GGM) of the National Petroleum Investment Management Services (NAPIMS), Bala Wunti, has disclosed that there was no evidence in the 2023 audited…

The Nigerian Senate Committee on the North Central Development Commission (NCDC) has expressed concern over the slow and inadequate release of funds to the commission, warning that the shortfall could hinder its effectiveness.

Senator Neda Imasuen, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Ethics, Code of Conduct and Public Petitions, has denied allegations linking him to fraud, bank robbery, and criminal investigations in the United States.

A Philippine Senate committee has launched an inquiry into the June 22 school shooting in Tacloban City, investigating the potential influence of an online extremist group.

Says party will not support bill unless contested provisions reviewed by Senate committee

The University of Dayton's Athletic Director Sullivan expressed strong support for the 'Protect College Sports Act,' which has advanced from the U.S. Senate Committee and is now awaiting consideration by the full Senate.

A new comprehensive law, the NO FAKES Act, designed to combat deepfakes and voice cloning, has advanced in Congress with a key Senate Committee vote, gaining support from entertainment and tech sectors.

New Senate committee leaders and members are elected during the special session.

An article provides a comprehensive overview of the structure, scope, powers, and purpose of all Senate committees in the Philippines.

Michelle Steel, President Donald Trump's pick for US ambassador to South Korea, has cleared a Senate committee vote, moving her closer to taking up the post in Seoul. A full Senate vote is now the only remaining step for her confirmation.

The Australian federal government reportedly paid $3.8 million for personal protection for the CFMEU administrator, as revealed by a Senate committee.

Students from Benguet State University's College of Information Sciences have joined nationwide calls to oppose the appointment of Senator Joel Villanueva as chairperson of the Senate Committee on Higher, Technical, and Vocational Education.

Alan Peter Cayetano continues to preside as Senate President in the Philippines, despite reports of discussions regarding his potential replacement hours before the plenary session.

The Clarity Act has successfully cleared a Senate committee with a landmark 15-9 vote, leading to a surge in markets.

A civic advocacy group, Agenda for Positive Change, condemned a 'malicious campaign of misinformation' falsely linking oil executive Dr. Bala Wunti to a Senate committee probe.

The Senate ethics committee in the Philippines has requested Senator Ronald 'Bato' dela Rosa to comment on a proposed amendment to Senate rules that would implement a 'no work, no pay' policy for absentee lawmakers.

Senator Hawley championed the GUARD Act after parents testified before a Senate committee that AI chatbots allegedly manipulated their children into self-harm.

A US Senate committee has moved forward with the confirmation process for Warsh, a nominee for the Federal Reserve chair.

Kenyan governors have agreed to appear before Senate committees, a development described as them 'eating humble pie' after previous resistance.

A Pakistani Senate committee is pushing for greater oversight of foreign-aid projects, citing concerns that government institutions are manipulating tenders and financial requirements.

Designated Federal Reserve chief Warsh appeared before a US Senate committee, stressing the central bank's independence while advocating for a shift in monetary policy.

A Senate committee in Pakistan expressed alarm over fears of campus harassment, issuing a summons for the Higher Education Commission (HEC) chairman and warning of potential warrants due to his absence.

BACOLOD CITY—As chemical fertilizer prices surged by as much as 35 percent in just one week, a Bacolod-based organic farming advocate told the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Food, and Agrarian…

A Senate committee in Pakistan has directed the Ministry of Defence to conduct an impartial third-party inquiry into alleged misconduct by Pakistan International Airlines cabin crew involving a parliamentarian.

Police in Kenya are seeking to arrest Sakaja after a Senate watchdog committee issued an order for his apprehension last week.

A bill aimed at making high school tuition free in Japan is set to begin deliberation tomorrow in the House of Councillors Education, Culture and Science Committee, following an agreement between ruling and opposition parties.

Sen. Markwayne Mullin, R-Okla., survived a heated Senate committee vote for DHS secretary despite earlier clash with Chair Rand Paul, R-Ky., over past comments and leadership concerns.

CS Chirchir appeared before the Senate Plenary Committee in Kenya, likely to address matters related to his portfolio.

MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Francis Pangilinan on Thursday said the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR)’s proposed P3,000 fuel subsidy for fisherfolk is too small, urging the government to fast-track assistance as rising diesel prices continue to strain the sector. In the hearing of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Food and Agrarian Reform, attendees

The Northern Youth Progressive Forum, NYPF, has challenged the claim by the Senate Public Accounts Committee that about ₦210 trillion in the accounts of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, NNPCL, was unaccounted for, urging a technical review of the figures. Chairman of the Senate Public Accounts Committee, Senator Ahmed Wadada, had raised concerns over […] The post Group faults Senate committee’s ₦210tr NNPCL claim— Demands technical review appeared first on Vanguard News.

A Nigerian Senate committee has advocated for legislation to explicitly place fintech operations under the supervision of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN).

Former NFL quarterback Tim Tebow testified before Senate urging them to pass the bipartisan Renewed Hope Act of 2026 to combat the online child exploitation crisis.

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu is expected to propose amendments to the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) to enhance revenue generation, according to the Senate Committee.

Dr. Casey Means, President Trump's nominee for surgeon general and a wellness influencer aligned with Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., presented her case before a Senate committee.

Doro appealed while defending the ministry’s 2026 budget proposal before the Senate Committee on Poverty Alleviation and Social Investment Programme on Wednesday in Abuja. The post Humanitarian ministry seeks Senate’s approval for increased 2026 budget appeared first on Vanguard News.

MANILA, Philippines — A Senate committee report seeking to ban political dynasties up to the second degree of consanguinity and affinity has been signed by 12 senators, enough to send it to the plenar

A Canadian Senate committee has recommended that immigration-related sections of the government's border bill, C-12, be removed or significantly modified, aiming to limit broad immigration powers.

A Pakistani Senate committee was informed that the absence of a dedicated trade office in China, alongside high energy costs and limited financing, severely impacts national exports and foreign direct investment.

Senator Neda Imasuen, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Ethics, Code of Conduct and Public Petitions, has denied any involvement in a political poster portraying him as a contender for the Edo South senatorial seat in 2027 and threatened legal action.

Spanish Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares reportedly skipped a Senate committee appearance to visit Casa Asia works in Barcelona, an absence the upper house deemed 'a lack of respect to Spaniards'.

The Czech Senate's constitutional-legal committee has recommended rejecting a new civil service law proposal. A senator warned that the bill is poorly written and removes safeguards against the politicization of public administration.

A Senate committee in the Czech Republic has supported a proposal to reduce the maximum number of troops deployed on NATO's eastern flank.

A Republican Senate committee has voted to hold Anthony Fauci accountable, marking the sharpest escalation yet in Republican efforts to investigate the origins of the pandemic and the responsibility of officials who led the US COVID-19 response.

A key Senate committee advanced a package of bills aimed at improving children's online safety, setting up a potential conflict with the House over holding Meta Platforms Inc. and Alphabet Inc.'s Google liable for harms to minors.

A reshuffle within the Kenyan Senate Committee is expected to have significant political and financial consequences for figures like Sifuna and Osotsi.

The Polish Senate Health Committee has positively reviewed the 'Lex Szarlatan' bill, which includes provisions for issuing warnings and immediate cessation orders for actions endangering patients, and empowers the Patient Rights Ombudsman.

The Nigerian Senate Committee on Health has urged the Federal Government to allocate revenue generated from the proposed Sugar-Sweetened Beverages (SSB) Tax towards funding primary healthcare and screening initiatives.

A Pakistani Senate committee has expressed frustration over a 20-year delay in the transfer of Karachi's Hyatt Regency, urging the Privatisation Commission to secure a No-Objection Certificate from the railways. The panel also discussed outsourcing major airports to improve efficiency.

A Senate committee in Pakistan expressed concern over delays in processing cybercrime complaints and summoned the chief of the National Cybercrime Investigation Agency (NCCIA). Senators also sought a briefing on revised mechanisms for registering blasphemy FIRs.

A Philippine Senate committee, chaired by Sen. Erwin Tulfo, is set to review the implementation of the Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act of 2006 following a series of serious crimes involving minors.

The US Senate Armed Services Committee has proposed restricting travel expenses for the Defense Minister (Pete Hegseth, as named in the article, likely an error for a different official) until requested investigations into civilian casualties and video footage of military strikes related to an attack on a school in Iran are provided to Congress.

Christophe Leribault, the new director of the Louvre Museum, informed a Senate committee that the institution is facing significant financial challenges in renovating its decaying infrastructure.

The National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), South-East Zone, has criticized the Senate Committee on the South East Development Commission (SEDC) for what it termed a 'media trial' of the commission's leadership, reaffirming confidence in Okoye.

A Pakistani parliamentary committee witnessed heated exchanges during a review of the 2026-27 budget, focusing on alleged irregularities within the automobile sector. The committee recommended relief for exporters, tariff reforms, and a review of electricity fixed charges.

The U.S. Senate Armed Services Committee voted to extend U.S. security assistance for Ukraine and increase authorized funding to $750 million.

A Nigerian Senator defended the oversight functions of the National Assembly's Public Accounts Committee, asserting that its activities are not a witch-hunt.

The Senate committee on public order will summon the NBI, PNP, and DILG as part of its investigation into a May 13 shooting, with Senate President Alan Peter Cayetano suggesting President Marcos is receiving 'wrong information.'

A Thai Senate ad-hoc committee has advised the government to revoke the 2000 Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) 43 on land border demarcation with Cambodia, citing constitutional and legal concerns.

A long-stalled bill concerning the crypto market successfully passed a crucial vote in a Senate committee, moving it closer to potential enactment.

Senator Raffy Tulfo, as chair of the Senate committee on public services, is pushing for the passage of Senate Bill 2116, aimed at revising the Philippine Coast Guard Law to strengthen its manpower.

Senator Loren Legarda, chair of the Senate committee on culture and the arts, inaugurated the 'Buhay na Dunong: Bukal ng Pamana' exhibit at the Senate building in Pasay City.

The Pentagon chief testified alongside a top general before a Senate committee for the second day, marking the first public Congressional hearings since the Iran war began.

The Czech Republic's Senate Committee on Foreign Affairs and and Security held discussions on drone technology and counter-drone security within the country. The committee also considered how Czechia could better utilize Ukraine's experience in drone warfare.

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. appeared before Senate committees to address questions regarding measles, vaccines, nutrition, and proposed budget cuts.

Presidents of two key US Senate committees have called on Congress to suspend American aid to the Lebanese armed forces. The request stems from the Lebanese army's perceived failure to disarm Hezbollah, following a recent incident in southern Lebanon.

The Philippine Senate PROTECT committee is discussing government interventions to address the ongoing oil crisis. The hearing comes amid a looming rollback of oil prices.

A Senate committee has reportedly postponed the hearing for a nominee to the Federal Reserve.

A Senate Committee in Pakistan has directed the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) to broaden and expedite its investigation into the theft of 2,828 cartons of cigarettes from Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) godowns in Swabi and Mardan.

A Senate committee is reportedly planning a hearing for Kevin Warsh's nomination to the Federal Reserve as early as the week of April 13.

MANILA, Philippines — The Senate committee on ethics has taken receipt of a complaint against Sen.

President Donald Trump tapped Sen. Markwayne Mullin, R-Okla., earlier this month to replace Kristi Noem.

Senators Bam Aquino, Raffy Tulfo, and Erwin Tulfo have stated that parents should also be held accountable for the behavior of their children who engage in bullying at school, during a Senate Committee on Basic Education hearing.

MANILA, Philippines – Several bills, including a measure protecting families from eviction, have been approved at the Senate committee on urban planning, housing and resettlement. Authored by Sen.

MANILA, Philippines – Several irregularities were found regarding mining tycoon Joseph Sy’s Filipino citizenship, the Philippine Statistics Authority revealed before the Senate Committee on Justice and Human Rights on Monday. The PSA first confirmed irregularities in the late registration of Sy’s birth certificate in the 2025 hearings regarding the businessman’s citizenship.  This time around, PSA

US Senate committee backs space ties with Taiwan  Taiwan News

Governors suspended appearances before CPAC citing intimidation, harassment and extortion.

The Senate on Thursday called on President Bola Tinubu to sack the Registrar-General of the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), Hussaini Magaji, for repeatedly refusing to appear before the Senate Committee on Finance. The post Senate asks Tinubu to sack CAC boss appeared first on Vanguard News.

Former US Secretary of State and federal senator Hillary Clinton will appear for a hearing before a Senate committee in Washington today in connection with the scandal involving the late billionaire…

A Pakistan Senate committee has approved a draft law that would pave the way for the legal trading of cryptocurrencies in the country.

Senator Loren Legarda, chair of the Senate Committee on National Defense and Security, convened a hearing to advocate for urgent reforms and modernization of the Department of National Defense and the Armed Forces of the Philippines.