Vice Mayor Jeryll Harold Respicio of Isabela passed a drug test at St. Luke’s Medical Center in Quezon City. The test, which cost P28,000, followed a challenge from Interior and Local Government Secre… · Photo : User:Dchua7 · CC BY-SA · Wikimedia

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Isabela Vice Mayor Jeryll Harold Respicio has passed a P28,000 drug test at St. Luke Medical Center in Quezon City. The local official received his results on October 7. Respicio joked that Interior S… · Photo : User:Dchua7 · CC BY-SA · Wikimedia

The Sandiganbayan, the anti-graft court, has rejected the request for house arrest of Juliet Calvo, a former Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) official, who is charged with corruption alongside fugitive former lawmaker Zaldy Co. Calvo, who suffered a stroke while in custody, had requested to serve her detention at home for better medical care and to alleviate financial strain from hospital bills. The court, however, ruled that the Quezon City Jail-Female Dormitory can provide adequate medical support, including nursing care and prescribed medications, and ordered her to remain in jail after her hospital stay. Calvo, former head of the maintenance division of the DPWH in the Calabarzon region, faces charges of malversation of public funds related to a P289.5-million infrastructure project in Oriental Mindoro. The project involved the construction of a road dike along the Mag-Asawang Tubig River in Tagumpay, Naujan. Her lawyers argued that home detention would allow her to receive care from relatives and private medical professionals, while also reducing the financial burden of hospital expenses. Prosecutors agreed that Calvo should remain hospitalized for now but opposed transferring her custody to her home. Jail Chief Inspector Aubrey Gutierrez stated that the jail has medical facilities capable of providing care for a stroke patient, citing a previous case where a bedridden inmate with a stroke was successfully cared for. The court relied on this information when denying Calvo's request. Calvo was taken to the Quezon Memorial Medical Center on August 5 after suffering a stroke, later transferred to The Medical City, and then to the Philippine Heart Center. Her physician, Anthony Lontoc, reported that there was no assurance she would fully recover the ability to walk or speak normally, and it was unclear if she would be able to eat or manage personal needs without assistance. The Sandiganbayan's 6th Division issued its decision on September 10, granting Calvo 30 days of continued confinement at the Philippine Heart Center from September 11, with her return to the Quezon City Jail-Female Dormitory scheduled for October 11. This case is part of a larger investigation into alleged irregularities in flood control projects in Oriental Mindoro, with multiple DPWH officials already arrested in connection with the scandal. The court's decision reflects the legal system's prioritization of custody over medical convenience in cases involving corruption charges, even when health conditions are severe.

Isabela Vice Mayor Jeryll Harold Respicio has passed a P28,000 drug test at St. Luke Medical Center in Quezon City. The result was confirmed on Wednesday, October 7. Respicio, who is also known as Rei… · Photo : User:Dchua7 · CC BY-SA · Wikimedia

Isabela Vice Mayor Jeryll Harold Respicio has passed a drug test costing P28,000. The test was conducted at St. Luke’s Medical Center in Quezon City. Respicio received the results on October 7. He jok…

Two individuals, identified as Gerry, 64, and Irene, 67, were found dead from electrocution in a mountainous area of Tagkawayan, Quezon province, on Tuesday. The bodies were discovered around noon near a deep well equipped with an electric pump in Barangay Mansilay. A resident first noticed the bodies and alerted barangay officials, who then notified the police. Upon arrival, police officers found the water pump still running and utility tools placed on top of the well. Authorities believe the victims were likely repairing the power connection of the pump when the accident occurred. Assistant municipal health officer Irina delos Santos confirmed that the cause of death was consistent with electrocution. The incident took place in a remote mountainous region, which may have contributed to the delay in discovery. No further details about the victims' backgrounds or the exact circumstances of the repair work were provided in the report. The local police are conducting an investigation to determine the precise cause of the electrocution. This incident highlights the dangers associated with electrical work in rural areas, particularly when safety protocols are not strictly followed. The community has expressed concern over the lack of safety measures for such equipment in remote locations. The Philippine Star reported the incident as part of its ongoing coverage of local news in Quezon province. The report does not indicate any criminal intent or negligence on the part of the victims or the community. The focus remains on the tragic nature of the accident and the need for improved safety standards in rural infrastructure maintenance.

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Vice Mayor Harold Respicio of Reina Mercedes, Isabela, underwent a drug test at St. Luke's Medical Center in Quezon City on Wednesday, following a request from Interior and Local Government Secretary Jonvic Remulla. Remulla had called for Respicio to take the test after a heated incident during a session of the Sangguniang Bayan, where Respicio's behavior reportedly raised concerns. Remulla stated in an ambush interview that he would have Respicio undergo a drug test, saying, 'I'll have him undergo a drug test first. He doesn't seem like himself.' He also advised provincial officials to conduct the test, noting that Respicio's behavior appeared to be that of a drug addict. Respicio initially challenged Remulla to take a drug test with him, saying, 'Secretary Jonvic, let's take a drug test now. Live! Exclusive! Join me at St. Luke's, now! Today! Let's see if Atty. Harold Respicio is on drugs.' After the test, Respicio remarked, 'Jonvic, refund me. Drug tests are expensive.' The incident followed a video circulating on social media showing Respicio confronting barangay officials over uncompleted projects for tobacco farmers during a Sangguniang Bayan session, which prompted calls for action against him. Remulla indicated that Governor Rodolfo Albano would handle the matter, but emphasized the need for a drug test. Respicio paid P28,011 in cash for the drug-abuse screening, as shown in an invoice from St. Luke's Medical Center. The situation has drawn public attention, with Remulla's comments and Respicio's response highlighting the tension between local officials and the DILG. The case underscores the ongoing scrutiny of public officials' conduct and the measures taken to address concerns about their behavior.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. leads the culminating program of this year’s celebration, themed “Teacher, Ikaw Naman,” at The Smart Araneta Coliseum in Cubao, Quezon City on Monday.

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RISING occupancy costs in prime business districts are pushing cost-conscious companies toward alternative commercial hubs such as Ortigas and Quezon City (QC), while also increasing interest in managed facility arrangements that can reduce upfront capital spending, according to real estate consultancy CBRE Philippines.

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On Teachers' Day, October 5, 2026, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. delivered a speech during the Department of Education's National Teachers' Day Celebration at the Smart Araneta Coliseum in Quezon City. While Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte announced an increase in supplemental allowances for teachers to P2,000 for 2027, up from P1,500, many teachers across the Philippines expressed disappointment that the President did not address their calls for higher salaries. Marcos mentioned existing benefits such as the annual tax-free teaching allowance of P10,000 and a P1,000 World Teachers' Day incentive, but omitted any mention of a significant salary increase. Teachers like Ronald Ventura from Batac City, Ilocos Norte, noted that their province does not provide the same allowance as Quezon City, highlighting regional disparities. The Teachers' Dignity Coalition and the Alliance of Concerned Teachers have been advocating for a P15,000 across-the-board wage hike and a P50,000 starting salary, respectively. During the event, some teachers shouted 'Sahod!' (wage), indicating their frustration. Marcos' speech was perceived as lacking concrete commitments, with public school teacher Noliver Viray stating that the benefits teachers truly need, including salary increases, were not outlined. The President's recent State of the Nation Address also did not address the issue, leaving many educators feeling their concerns were ignored. Despite Marcos' written message affirming the government's recognition of teachers' sacrifices, many argue that words alone are insufficient without tangible financial support. The event underscored the ongoing tension between the government and educators over fair compensation.

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