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MANILA, Philippines — Fifty one individuals were arrested for alleged violations at a rally ahead of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s fifth State of the Nation Address (Sona) on Monday, the Philippine National Police (PNP) said. “They were accosted because of violations of ordinances and special laws, particularly RA 9003, PD 880 and local ordinances,

Check this page for updates, analyses, fact checks, and videos as President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. delivers his fifth State of the Nation Address on Monday, July 27

MANILA, Philippines — The Senate will tighten its security measures following the recovery of a suspected improvised explosive device (IED) just outside its premises on Monday morning. According to Senate Sergeant-at-Arms Alfred Corpus, personnel of a towing truck found a suspicious package 150 meters from the chamber’s gate around 8 a.m., or two hours before

MANILA, Philippines — Ahead of the fifth State of Nation Address (Sona) of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., a heated argument between the Bagong Alyansang Makabayan (Bayan) group and the Philippine National Police personnel erupted Monday over a scheduling conflict during the demonstrators’ morning protest. READ: WATCH: Protest rally to greet Marcos Sona At around 8:40

The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) said President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s recognition of coast guard personnel during his fifth State of the Nation Address (SONA) on Monday, July 27, strengthened the organization's resolve to continue defending the country's interests in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) with “unwavering commitment.” PCG Commandant Admiral Ronnie Gil Gavan thanked Marcos for recognizing the dedication and sacrifices of coast guard personnel, particularly those protecting Filipino fishermen and carrying out missions in the disputed waters. “The President's commendation is a tribute to every coast guardian who faithfully performs his or her duty under challenging circumstances. It inspires us to continue serving with courage and unwavering commitment to our mandate of protecting the Filipino people and advancing our national interests at sea,” Gavan said. Speaking before a joint session of Congress, Marcos recognized the PCG, Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), and Filipino fishermen as he reaffirmed his administration's commitment to uphold the 2016 Arbitral Award, a landmark ruling that invalidated China’s sweeping claims in the South China Sea. “We give honor to our Armed Forces, the Coast Guard, and even our fisherfolk, who all continue to patrol and ply our seas, though fraught with risks,” the President said during his SONA. “To them we owe collective gratitude and appreciation for they give life to the letter and spirit of the Arbitral Award,” he added. The President also vowed that his administration would continue defending the country's maritime rights through peaceful and lawful means. In response, Gavan said the PCG would remain steadfast in protecting the country's maritime rights while ensuring maritime safety with professionalism and full respect for international law. In his address, Marcos said the maritime dispute is not only about territory but also about the country's dignity and identity. “Of late, our very humanity has been called into question. Let me remind our friends and our detractors: Filipinos are a noble, kind, gracious, and great race. We are not greedy. We are not racists. We are not liars,” he said. “We are respectful, and we are dignified. We are Filipinos, and we do not yield,” the President added. The President's message drew support from PCG spokesperson for WPS Rear Admiral Jay Tarriela, who said Marcos' speech addressed recent incidents involving China in the disputed waters. “My favorite line from the President was, 'We are not greedy. We are not racists. We are not liars. We are dignified human beings.' For me, it sums up everything that happened over the past two weeks, from China's claim over Batanes, to our government's response to the AI video, to the harassment of BFAR, and the recent incident in Ayungin,” Tarriela said. “So yes, I feel vindicated because President Marcos himself said we need to stand firm on this as Filipinos,” he shared. Tarriela added that the President’s commitment to uphold the Arbitral Award made him proud to be a Filipino. He also said Marcos’ call for unity came after criticism from some lawmakers and served as an answer to recent actions by China. Those incidents included Chinese claims involving Batanes, an AI-generated editorial that depicted Filipinos as a monkey, and confrontations involving vessels of the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources and the Philippine Navy in the WPS, the latest of which occurred on July 20 in Ayungin Shoal where two Filipino sailors were injured.

MANILA, Philippines – Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III on Monday opened the 20th Congress’ second regular session with a call for renewal and clarity as lawmakers press ahead with policy work. He urged Filipinos to “never lose sight” of core values and called on the nation to keep compassion for one another to advance the

MANILA, Philippines — A homemade bomb detonated near the entrance of the Department of Justice early on Monday, officials said, hours before a suspected unexploded device was found near the Senate. The explosion just after midnight, which resulted in no casualties, and the discovery of the second suspected bomb came hours before President Ferdinand Marcos

This report is part of Inquirer’s Sona 2026 coverage. Follow our live page for real time updates. MANILA, Philippines – Sen. Alan Peter Cayetano says the Philippines is facing a “crisis of hope” as he outlined the key challenges confronting both the Marcos administration and the nation. In an ambush interview following the opening of

This report is part of Inquirer’s Sona 2026 coverage. Follow our live page for real time updates. MANILA, Philippines – As President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. prepares to deliver his fifth State of the Nation Address (Sona), Inquirer.net’s data analytics manager, Monica Baylon-Solideo, presents a social listening report on what Filipinos are discussing online. The data

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. had just delivered his fifth State of the Nation Address (SONA), but were members of the public satisfied with his speech?

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A rare rebuke of Asean by the powerful sister of North Korean ruler Kim Jong-un signals the bloc’s waning relevance to the nuclear-armed state, analysts say. Kim Yo-jong on Monday condemned a call by the Association of Southeast Asian Nations for the country’s denuclearisation, saying the statement “distorted the essence of the situation in the Korean peninsula”. At the annual Asean Regional Forum held in the Philippines last Thursday, Asean expressed “grave concern” over the ongoing development...

President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. delivered his fifth State of the Nation Address (SONA) on Monday at the Batasang Pambansa before members of the Senate and the House of Representatives, cabinet officials, and other dignitaries.

'Titiyakin din nating maipaliwanag nang mabuti sa publiko ang magandang dulot sa atin ng enerhiyang nukleyar,' President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. says in his fifth State of the Nation Address

Singapore authorities said on Monday they had arrested three teenagers over separate plots to carry out shooting, stabbing and bomb attacks, warning of the threat of “youth radicalisation” in the security-conscious city state. The three boys, detained between April and June, had been “self-radicalised” online, adopting violent extremist ideologies, the Internal Security Department (ISD) said. They are held under the Internal Security Act, which allows for detention without trial. One of them, a...

Ho Chi Minh City plans to build two underground stations on the Tan Son Nhat–Phu Huu metro line to connect all of Tan Son Nhat airport's three terminals, and link the line with other metro routes to create a major interchange.

Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart), the wireless subsidiary of PLDT Inc. (PLDT), has partnered with Blacknut, a global leader in B2C and B2B cloud gaming, to make console-level cloud gaming more accessible to Filipinos. Like streaming movies or series online, cloud gaming lets users play instantly through a mobile browser, with gameplay rendered in real time on powerful cloud servers. This allows players to enjoy console-quality games without buying a gaming console or PC, downloading an app, or installing large files. Play over 1,000 console games on your smartphone Through the partnership, Smart and TNT subscribers can access the Blacknut Cloud Gaming service at blacknut.com/p/smart where they can play more than 1,000 titles spanning AAA hits, indie favorites, and family-friendly games. The library includes popular IPs such as NBA 2K, For Honor, Asphalt, Overcooked!, and a wide range of LEGO games, among others. Titles are streamed directly via a mobile browser, allowing users to jump into gameplay within seconds. Subscribers can sign up using their Smart or TNT mobile number and pay for a weekly subscription starting at P145, charged directly to their prepaid load. After a quick OTP verification, users can start playing instantly. “Our strategic partnership with Blacknut affirms Smart’s commitment to empowering more Filipinos with access to cutting-edge digital experiences and immersive online entertainment that cloud gaming brings,” said Marjorie C. Garrovillo, FVP and Co-OIC at Smart. "Cloud gaming removes the biggest barriers to enjoy console-level gaming at your fingertips — expensive hardware, long downloads, and limited storage. With Blacknut, we’re making high-quality gaming instantly accessible to our millions of subscribers, powered by our award-winning network,” said Lloyd R. Manaloto, FVP and Co-OIC at Smart. “We’re proud to partner with Smart in making premium, console-level gaming accessible locally, giving players new ways to game and have fun anytime, anywhere,” said Olivier Avaro, CEO of Blacknut. Powered by Smart's award-winning network Because cloud gaming relies heavily on responsiveness, network performance is critical to the experience. Smart’s network is designed to support low-latency applications like game streaming, helping ensure smoother and more responsive gameplay. In its Speedtest Connectivity Report for Q1–Q2 2025*, Ookla® found that Smart delivered the Best Mobile Latency Performance in the Philippines, with a median latency of 45.88 milliseconds (ms) across all network technologies, making Smart the ideal network for next-generation cloud gaming experiences. Ookla also recognized Smart for providing the Best Mobile Video Experience based on its analysis of Speedtest Intelligence® data for Q3-Q4 2025, where Smart posted a Video Score of 78.60, ranking highest among mobile operators nationwide. With this partnership, Smart further strengthens its thrust to enable next-generation digital lifestyles, offering customers innovative ways to maximize the power of its network through productivity, gaming, entertainment, and beyond.

Davao City First District Representative Paolo Duterte on Monday said President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. failed to address long-standing issues and allegations of corruption in his fifth State of the Nation Address (SONA) on Monday, July 27, 2026.

MANILA, Philippines — For the second regular session of the 20th Congress, the House of Representatives will focus on measures that will lower rice prices, strengthen the Universal Health Care (UHC) Act, and ensure greater transparency, Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III said on Monday. During the resumption of the session, Dy said that the House will

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MANILA, Philippines — Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. said the agency is now investigating after improvised explosive devices (IED) were found outside the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Senate on Monday morning. “Big possibility or probability is that the two incidents are related,” Nartatez told reporters during an inspection

MANILA, Philippines — Six individuals were arrested at a rally on Monday morning, July 27, ahead of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s fifth State of the Nation Address (Sona), Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. confirmed. The individuals, whom the police did not immediately identify, were apprehended for alleged vandalism during the

MANILA, Philippines – Motorists are already seeing higher prices at gas stations as fuel retailers prepare to implement another significant oil price increase on Tuesday. The looming increase comes amid sustained volatility in global oil markets, adding further pressure on transport costs and household expenses. READ: P6 spike seen in diesel, gasoline prices Below are

The ASEAN has ratified a regional framework that will allow for the provision of petroleum supplies to member-states facing shortages of at least 10% of their national requirement.

MANILA, Philippines — The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) cautioned the public against scammers falsely using the name of Monetary Board member Benjamin Diokno to solicit donations for fake charitable causes. The central bank said scammers have been sending electronic messages claiming to represent the BSP or its officials, asking recipients to donate to supposed charities.

MANILA, Philippines — Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III on Monday warned of the growing risks of unregulated social media use amid the proliferation of false information online. In his opening remarks to lawmakers, Dy called on Filipinos to push back against disinformation, saying its unchecked spread threatens to erode democracy. “Let us not allow the

MANILA, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte dispelled rumors about her resignation, stating that it is “never going to happen” as it would be a betrayal to those who voted for her. Duterte said this amid recent speculation that she may resign as she faces an impeachment trial over allegations of confidential fund misuse, unexplained

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — A minor who threatened to harass local schools in a viral video has surrendered to authorities, claiming the act was “just a joke,” as police intensify security across educational institutions in the city. The minor was voluntarily presented to a Cagayan de Oro City Police Office (COCPO) station by his

Senator Imee Marcos said on Monday, July 27 that President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos’ claim that the Ombudsman is on the verge of filing charges against former House Speaker Martin Romualdez is nothing but a bluff. “Pawang pambubudol na naman ang sinabi ng Pangulo na malapit nang sampahan ng kaso ng Ombudsman si dating Speaker Martin Romualdez (The President’s claim that the Ombudsman is on the verge of filing charges against former Speaker Martin Romualdez is nothing but a bluff),” Marcos said in a statement. “Nakakapagtaka lang na kung gaano kabilis maghain ng kaso laban sa mga senador na tutol sa administrasyon ay siya namang kay kupad ng hustisyang mag-apruba at magrekomenda ng hatol para sa mga kilalang kaalyado ng pamahalaan (It is baffling how swiftly cases are filed against senators who oppose the administration, yet how sluggish the wheels of justice turn when it comes to approving and recommending rulings for prominent government allies),” she said.  The President’s sister said it is clear that the former House leader is part of a bigger conspiracy in the flood control scam.  “Hindi mag-isa si Martin Romualdez sa malawakang korapsyon ng pera at kapangyarihan (Martin Romualdez is not alone in this widespread corruption involving money and power),” she said.  “Hindi siya ang simula at hindi siya ang dulo, at kung siya ang ipipilit, ibig bang sabihin, pinatakbo niyang mag-isa ang gobyernong ito (He is neither the beginning nor the end of it; and if the focus is placed solely on him, does that imply he was the one running this entire government all by himself)?” she pointed out. “Anyare na sa ‘MAHIYA NAMAN KAYO’- eh ligtas pa rin naman ang mga walang hiya. (Whatever happened to the call to ‘have some shame’? After all, the shameless ones remain untouched,” Marcos lamented.  The senator earlier said she has decided to again skip President Marcos State of the Nation Address (SONA), saying she remains upset over what she described as the unjust detention of members of the Senate minority and the filing of cases against them. She also wore a black Filipiniana during the opening of the Senate’s second regular session in the morning in protest against the Marcos administration.

MABALACAT CITY—A Roman Catholic school in Pampanga has called for greater transparency and a temporary halt to the proposed Pax Silica project in Capas, Tarlac, until key environmental, social, and governance concerns are addressed. On Saturday, St. Scholastica’s Academy (SSA) in the City of San Fernando issued an official statement on the proposed 1,620-hectare Pax

MANILA, Philippines — Ahead of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s fifth State of the Nation Address (Sona), local officials from across the country are urging him to prioritize and certify as urgent a bill seeking stronger nationwide protection from secondhand cigarette smoke and vape emissions, particularly for children and young people. Governors, mayors, councilors and local

This report is part of Inquirer’s Sona 2026 coverage. Follow our live page for real-time updates. MANILA, Philippines – Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III formally opens the Second Regular Session of the 20th Congress on Monday, marking the resumption of legislative work in the House of Representatives, hours before President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s delivers his

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., in his fifth State of the Nation Address, announces that his cousin and former House speaker Martin Romualdez will soon face cases in court

MANILA, Philippines — Aside from ensuring the timely passage of the 2027 national budget, the Senate will also focus on key priority measures that address urgent concerns of Filipinos, such as the high costs of basic goods and electricity, workers’ low pay, and job security. Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian said this as he presided over

After three years away from releasing new music, Nadine Lustre is finally making her long-awaited return to the recording scene. The actress-singer announced that her new single, "PERSONAL," will be released on July 31, sending fans into a frenzy and marking her first official music release since 2023. Nadine made the announcement on Instagram with a striking close-up portrait that immediately caught the attention of her followers. The post quickly gained traction online, with fans flooding the comments section to express their excitement over her comeback. Even celebrities joined in the anticipation. Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray wrote, "Can't wait!!!" while content creator Sassa Gurl also showed support for the highly anticipated release. "PERSONAL" will be Nadine's first single since "Overgrown," which came out in 2023. Before that, she earned praise for her 2020 visual album "Wildest Dreams," released under Careless Music.  Although she has kept a low profile musically in recent years, Nadine remained busy with acting and other creative pursuits.

Marcos says the Philippines must prepare for an AI-driven future while protecting children from online harms

Senate Majority Leader Juan Miguel "Migz" Zubiri on Monday, July 27, gave President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s fifth State of the Nation Address (SONA) a stellar 9 out of 10, praising its focus on anti-corruption, lower electricity costs, and the country's sovereignty. Speaking to reporters after the SONA, Zubiri said the President's speech struck the right tone from the outset, particularly his commitment to hold accountable those involved in anomalous flood control projects. "In fairness, the President's SONA speech was good. In the opening five minutes alone, he got it right," Zubiri said. Asked about President Marcos' disclosure that the Office of the Ombudsman is building cases against a former House speaker, Zubiri said he believes the announcement could help improve relations between the Senate majority and minority while reinforcing the administration's anti-corruption campaign. He said many Filipinos had questioned whether the President was protecting political allies and relatives, and the latest disclosure sends a message that accountability applies to everyone. "People want to see that the fight against corruption is fair—not only against the opposition but also against those in the administration. If you've committed a wrongdoing, justice will catch up with you," Zubiri said. "That's a good message to the people—that no one will be spared on the issue of flood control," he said. EPIRA amendment Zubiri also lauded the President's call to remove the system loss charge from consumers' electricity bills, saying it would provide immediate relief to households. He said Congress would work on amending the Electric Power Industry Reform Act (EPIRA) so that distribution utilities, instead of consumers, would shoulder system losses. "So the system loss will be charged to the distribution utilities. It will no longer be charged to the end users—the people. That's a big thing," he said. Zubiri said they will work to have the measure passed before Christmas. "As majority floor leader, I guarantee you we will get the best and brightest on top of it. Our Committee on Energy chairman will sponsor it, and we will pass it as soon as possible," he said. The Senate leader also praised Marcos' remarks on protecting Philippine sovereignty, saying he gave the President a standing ovation when he declared that the country's dignity should never be compromised. "I stood when he mentioned the system loss. I also stood when he said the dignity of our country should never be sacrificed," Zubiri said. Overall, Zubiri rated the President's speech 9 out of 10, adding that the administration and Congress must now ensure that the commitments outlined in the SONA are translated into action. "We just have to follow through. Many of our countrymen are still struggling. Hopefully, if we follow through on these commitments, next year's SONA will be a happier one for everyone," he said.

Several groups expressed opposition to the planned Pax Silica Hub in New Clark City, Tarlac as they raised concerns that it would place Filipinos at a disadvantage.

A rocket will be launched into space from Cagayan next year, President Marcos revealed. In his fifth State of the Nation Address (SONA) on Monday, July 27, Marcos announced that the Philippines will soon launch a rocket in partnership with South Korea. Cagayan will host the launch, he said. "Cagayan is both geographically and economically primed to serve as our gateway to space and host the country’s first spaceport," Marcos said, receiving applause from officials and guests at the Batasang Pambansa.  "A sounding rocket launch test is slated for next year," Marcos announced. "Yes, we are going to launch a rocket into space." "This we will do in partnership with a South Korean aerospace company," Marcos further said. The President did not divulge further details.

Major business groups expressed mixed reactions to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s commitment to improving the country's investment climate during his State of the Nation Address (SONA), stressing that clear execution and consistency must now take precedence. Federation of Philippine Industries (FPI) Chairperson Elizabeth Lee said Marcos' focus on initiatives like the green lane program and ease of doing business offers a strong roadmap moving forward. She added that the proposed Pax Silica artificial intelligence (AI) hub in New Clark City, which the President said is expected to generate "quality jobs and revitalize [the] economy," reflects the administration's intent to boost investor confidence. “Industry will follow this closely and look forward to the fine print and execution as these policies roll out,” Lee said in a Viber message. “The priority now shifts to swift execution—lowering operational costs, cutting red tape, and ensuring reforms translate directly to the factory floor.” For his part, Management Association of the Philippines (MAP) President Donald Lim expressed support for key priorities such as job creation, food security, support for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), and improved government services. However, he stressed that these goals must move beyond rhetoric and turn into action. Specifically, MAP wants the administration to provide clear implementation timelines, promote policy consistency, and foster closer collaboration between the public and private sectors. “Moving forward, we hope this is complemented by a stronger emphasis on long-term economic reforms that improve the investment climate, strengthen MSMEs, accelerate infrastructure and digital transformation, and make the Philippines more competitive globally,” Lim said in a Viber message. Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) President Ferdinand Ferrer, meanwhile, said he wanted to hear more detail on the Marcos administration's economic agenda for the remaining two years of the President's term. “[I] wanted to hear more on the economic agenda and how the Philippines could remain competitive and streamline business processes, especially within ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations), who are also going after [the] same investments,” Ferrer said in a statement. Ferrer, who heads the country’s largest business group, noted that the SONA should have presented more concrete plans on regulatory certainty and the ease of operating a business in the country. He also hoped for more details on efforts to strengthen energy and food resilience against future shocks, along with planned collaborations with foreign partners. On a positive note, Ferrer commended Marcos' push to strengthen trade facilitation through free trade agreements (FTAs), crediting them with helping MSMEs expand abroad. However, Samahang Industriya ng Agrikultura (SINAG) Executive Director Jayson Cainglet warned that FTAs, including those currently under negotiation, should not come at the expense of farmers, fisherfolk, and national food security. “Any agreement must ensure a level playing field, preserve policy space to support local producers, and strengthen—rather than weaken—our capacity to feed our own people,” Cainglet said in a statement. Cainglet added that the government must ensure incoming FTAs do not sacrifice the local agriculture sector by reducing tariffs on imported commodities, especially while the industry is already threatened by an influx of foreign goods. “Further tariff reductions under new FTAs, without adequate safeguards for domestic producers, risk inflicting even greater damage on Philippine agriculture,” he warned. Representing the government side, Aurora Pacific Economic Zone and Freeport Authority (APECO) President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Gil Taway IV backed Marcos’ vow to strengthen the country’s power supply. Taway noted that APECO would directly benefit from the initiative, as a reliable and scalable power supply is crucial for attracting companies to the Casiguran-based ecozone. “APECO will contribute to this national effort by opening the ecozone to investments in renewable energy generation, battery energy storage, power distribution infrastructure, and emerging clean-energy technologies,” Taway said. “Through these initiatives, APECO will help translate the administration’s energy agenda into new investments, jobs, and sustainable economic opportunities for Aurora and the country.”