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Hontiveros hails DOJ order to take legal action vs Quiboloy

MANILA, Philippines – The Department of Justice’s decision to pursue charges of sexual abuse and qualified trafficking against Apollo Quiboloy is a victory for all women who have endured pain and harm at the religious leader’s hands, Sen. Risa Hontiveros said on Monday. Hontiveros, in a statement, specifically called this “positive” development “a gift to.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 4th, 2024

Sen. Hontiveros seeks probe into ‘gentleman’s agreement’

SENATOR Risa Hontiveros wants to investigate the claim of a "gentleman's agreement" involving the administration of former President Rodrigo Duterte and the Chinese government, which restricted the repair and rehabilitation of the BRP Sierra Madre on Ayungin Shoal......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 4th, 2024

Hontiveros dares both Marcos and Duterte to undergo drug test

MANILA, Philippines — In order to put an end to tirades from both camps, opposition Senator Risa Hontiveros encouraged on Wednesday both President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. and former chief executive Rodrigo Duterte to undergo drug tests. “Drug testing should always be suspicionless and voluntary. Para matapos na ang patutsadahan sa drug use ng dalawang.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 1st, 2024

Senate, House joint resolution on Cha-Cha now suspended, says Pimentel

After a strongly worded manifesto, the Senate hits the brakes on charter change until they can ascertain the 'real agenda,' says Senate Minority Leader Koko Pimentel.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsJan 24th, 2024

Quiboloy told to face Senate probe on sex raps

A lawyer for televangelist Apollo Quiboloy has received the copy of a subpoena requiring him to appear in the next Senate hearing on the allegations that he had repeatedly raped several of his former followers, Sen. Risa Hontiveros said on Friday. A copy of the document that Hontiveros shared with Senate reporters showed that the summon was received.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 24th, 2024

None of big winners in PCSO’s Christmas, New Year lotto games bet on all combinations, says GM

Senator Koko Pimentel, however, vows to pursue the probe, saying it usually takes months before games with a jackpot prize of P500 million or more are won – unlike in these draws.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsJan 25th, 2024

Quiboloy dares Risa, accusers: Sue me

Pastor Apollo Quiboloy yesterday dared Sen. Risa Hontiveros and other accusers to file charges in court amid the Senate probe into the alleged sex trafficking ring in the Kingdom of Jesus Christ......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 24th, 2024

Aquilino Pimentel III, ex-speaker Velasco biggest Congress spenders in 2022

Senate Minority Leader Aquilino Pimentel III was the biggest spender among senators in 2022 with almost P130 million, while Sen. Mark Villar was the most frugal with expenses at only P35 mill.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 17th, 2024

Hontiveros: Let Quiboloy face allegations | The wRap

The wRap's highlights: Risa Hontiveros, Apollo Quiboloy, Kate Middleton photo, 2024 Oscars.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsMar 11th, 2024

Hontiveros hopes for fair consideration of divorce bill in Senate

MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Risa Hontiveros expressed hope on Wednesday about the potential reintroduction of a divorce bill onto the Senate’s legislative agenda. In the House of Representatives, a bill on absolute divorce was brought for plenary consideration on Tuesday. The divorce bill in the Senate, however, remains pending for plenary discussion. “I had the.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 21st, 2024

Hontiveros asks Senate leadership to approve subpoena for Quiboloy

Sen. Risa Hontiveros appealed to the Senate leadership to approve her subpoena that would compel controversial pastor Apollo Quiboloy to attend her committee investigation into the alleged abuses within the Kingdom of Jesus Christ ministry......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 15th, 2024

News anchors console Pinky Webb, Pia Hontiveros as CNN Philippines announces closure

News anchor Pinky Webb paid tribute to her partner Pia Hontiveros after Nine Media Corp. (NMC) yesterday announced that television network CNN Philippines will officially cease operations......»»

Category: entertainmentSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 30th, 2024

Quiboloy arrest looms – Senator

Rejecting his reasons for not showing up at the Senate, Sen. Risa Hontiveros vowed to work on the order to arrest Kingdom of Jesus Christ founder Apollo Quiboloy......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 18th, 2024

Senator seeks arrest warrant vs Quiboloy

Sen. Risa Hontiveros yesterday sought the arrest of Apollo Quiboloy for defying the Senate’s summons to attend the hearing on alleged sexual abuses in Quiboloy’s ministry......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 6th, 2024

Quiboloy, church investigated for offenses

MANILA, Philippines — The Senate on Tuesday began its investigation into the alleged offenses attributed to self-proclaimed “Appointed Son of God” Apollo Quiboloy and his church Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC). Senator Risa Hontiveros’ committee on women and children initiated the inquiry to find out the truth about the alleged crimes within the organization. The.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJan 23rd, 2024

Koko to pols: Stay away from ayuda distribution

Politicians should stay away from in-person distribution of ayuda or financial assistance from the government so as not to mislead the public that the aid comes from them, Senate Minority Leader Aquilino Pimentel III said yesterday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 3rd, 2024

Koko wants drone operations regulated

A measure that would regulate ownership and operation of drones by private persons is being pushed by Senate Minority Leader Aquilino Pimentel III as the gadgets may be used to violate rights, exploited by terrorists or pose a hazard to aircraft......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 11th, 2024

PVL clarifies eligibility of Jaja Santiago, Jia De Guzman after overseas stints

The Premier Volleyball League (PVL) clarified the eligibility of former players Jaja Santiago and Jia Morado-De Guzman as they recently ended their respective stints in the Japan V. League......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 8th, 2024

Rene Saguisag, former senator and human rights lawyer, is dead at 84

MANILA, Philippines — Rene Saguisag, former senator and human rights lawyer, has died.  His passing was announced by the late senator’s son, Rebo Saguisag, in a statement that he posted on his Facebook page on Wednesday. “We are grateful that, in his final months, he was able to spend time with relatives, friends and countless.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 24th, 2024

Mr. M gets star-studded birthday tribute

It takes a Mr. M — also known as Johnny Manahan — to gather a constellation of showbiz’s brightest stars in one place at one time. That’s exactly what happened on the night of March 16, when Mr. M’s many friends and admirers came together to pay tribute to the man they said they owed their careers to......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 24th, 2024