Senators Align on Supreme Court Impeachment Ruling
Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Estrada revealed that about 19 to 20 senators agree they should respect the Supreme Court’s ruling. The decision prohibits the Senate from continuing the impeachment trial against Vice President Sara Duterte.
Estrada shared this insight after an all-senator caucus last Tuesday. During the meeting, they discussed the Supreme Court’s unanimous declaration that the impeachment complaint against Duterte is unconstitutional. This consensus among senators highlights their intent to abide by the court’s ruling and avoid further legal conflicts.
Fuel Price Surge Expected Next Week
Motorists may soon face another round of fuel price hikes starting next week. According to local industry sources, diesel prices could increase by 80 centavos to one peso per liter. Gasoline prices are also anticipated to rise, ranging from P1.50 to P1.70 per liter.
Jetti Petroleum’s president, Leo Bellas, shared this forecast in an advisory released recently. These changes reflect ongoing global market trends that continue to affect local fuel costs, putting added pressure on consumers and transport sectors alike.
Low-Pressure Area May Develop Into Tropical Depression
The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) reported on Friday that a low-pressure area (LPA) is currently being monitored. This LPA has a high chance of developing into a tropical depression and may enter the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) soon.
If it intensifies, this weather disturbance could become the first cyclone to affect the country this August. Residents and local authorities are advised to stay alert as Pagasa closely tracks its path and strength.
PNP-CIDG Prepares New Evidence on Sabungero Kidnapping Case
The Philippine National Police-Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (PNP-CIDG) plans to submit additional evidence to the Department of Justice (DOJ) regarding the investigation into the kidnapping of cockfighting enthusiasts, locally known as sabungeros.
Brigadier General Jean Fajardo, PNP spokesperson, expressed confidence during a DZMM interview that the new evidence will fulfill the standard of reasonable certainty needed for conviction. He said, “We expect that the new evidence we will file would meet the requirement of reasonable certainty of conviction.” This development signals progress in the ongoing efforts to resolve the case.
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