Day: February 12, 2025
Senate Faces Criticism Over Delayed Impeachment Trial for VP Sara Duterte
The Senate is under fire for its decision to delay the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, with critics arguing that the move contradicts the constitutional mandate for such proceedings to begin “forthwith.” The trial is now expected to commence only after President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s State of the Nation Address (SONA), sparking debate
GM and Ford Brace for Potential Tariffs, Warn of Industry ‘Chaos’
General Motors CEO Mary Barra revealed on Tuesday that the automaker has contingency plans to mitigate up to 50% of potential tariffs President Trump may impose on imports from Canada and Mexico. Speaking at a Wolfe Research investment conference, Barra said GM is prepared to absorb 30% to 50% of the additional costs “without deploying
Central Mindanao Sees Surge in Surrendered Firearms
Nineteen more firearms were voluntarily surrendered by owners in two Central Mindanao towns, marking another milestone in the region’s ongoing disarmament campaign. This initiative, part of the Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALW) Management Program, complements the government’s broader peace process in Mindanao, fostering hope for a safer and more stable future. The firearms, handed
