Lawyers question COVID-19 expenditures, urge Supreme Court to compel govt. for transparency report

Posted on April 11, 2025

A legal challenge has been filed with the Supreme Court (SC) demanding that key government agencies disclose all information regarding the COVID-19 vaccine supply agreements, stating the public's right to know how billions of pesos were spent during the pandemic.

LSCE 2025 concludes with extended filing and two-day poll for A.Y. 2025-2026 student council

Posted on April 07, 2025

The Letran Commission on Elections (COMELEC) facilitated the Letran Student Council Elections (LSCE) 2025, following a structured timeline that included an extension in the candidacy filing period due to an initial lack of applicants. The electoral process began in mid February and concluded with the proclamation of winners on Apr. 3, 2025.

EDSA Rehabilitation has moved to April; SM North EDSA busway now open

Posted on March 15, 2025

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) is planning to build a concourse that is away from Metro Rail Transit (MRT) Line 3 to serve as a bus station along the carousel while EDSA rehabilitation is set to start in early April instead of March due to the need of further planning.

Duterte set to face ICC for first hearing on alleged crimes against humanity over drug war killings

Posted on March 14, 2025

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte is scheduled to make his first appearance before the International Criminal Court (ICC) on Friday, Mar. 14, 2025, at 2:00 PM local time (1:00 PM GMT) in The Hague, Netherlands.

Pope Francis’ health Improves slightly, but recovery remains uncertain

Posted on March 13, 2025

Pope Francis is showing signs of improvement, but his overall health remains a concern, according to an update from the Holy See Press Office on Tuesday evening. 

Rodrigo Duterte arrested upon return to the Philippines with ICC’s official warrant

Posted on March 11, 2025

Former President Rodrigo Duterte is arrested upon arrival at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) on Mar. 11 following a warrant issued by the International Criminal Court (ICC) for alleged crimes against humanity.

Letran Community Observes Ash Wednesday: A Call to Reflection and Charity

Posted on March 11, 2025

The Colegio solemnly observed Ash Wednesday on Mar. 5, marking the beginning of the Lenten season—a period of penance, prayer, and charity. Faculty members, students, and staff gathered at the Student Center Auditorium for a Holy Mass and the traditional imposition of ashes, symbolizing repentance and the transient nature of life.

Letran unites its campuses for ONELetran cluster’s forum and general assembly

Posted on March 09, 2025

Letran Manila hosted the ONELetran Community Service Cluster’s Forum and General Assembly at St. Thomas Hall, on Mar. 6,  which gathered students and employees from Letran Manila, Bataan, Calamba, and Manaoag campuses to participate in discussions and activities about community service, volunteerism, and leadership.

LSC convenes its third session of constitutional convention; faces procedural delays

Posted on March 03, 2025

The Letran Student Council (LSC) held its third Constitutional Convention session at Del Pillar Hall on Feb. 28, 2025, continuing its efforts to improve student representation and adjust the organization's governing constitution to the changing needs of the Letran community.

Palace to PNP: ‘Emergency meetings’ is not an exemption to use the EDSA busway

Posted on March 03, 2025

Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Gen. Rommel Marbil rejected the idea of unauthorized use of the EDSA busway for an ‘emergency meeting’ to Camp Crame by a PNP convoy.