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.

TOFI application will proceed despite student opposition, VPFA to consider decreasing the percentage to 5%

Posted on March 02, 2025

In response to the Letran Student Council (LSC)'s request, the Letran Financial Affairs Division (LFAD) led another Tuition and other Fees Adjustment Consultation with department heads and representatives at the Music Room on Feb. 28.

Senate finalizes impeachment trial preparations for VP Duterte

Posted on March 01, 2025

Senate President Francis “Chiz” Escudero has formalized the administrative groundwork for the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, with proceedings expected to commence by Jul. 30. House prosecutors are pushing for an earlier resolution, potentially concluding the trial before the 19th Congress ends on Jun. 30.

Court upholds media accreditation to not interfere with press freedom

Posted on March 01, 2025

The Supreme Court (SC) upholds that the imposition of media accreditation should not abridge freedom of speech, expression, and of the press in its 2024 decision in the case challenging the constitutionality of Customs Memorandum Order (CMO) No. 37-2011.

Pope Francis remains in precarious condition amid growing health concerns

Posted on February 24, 2025

Pope Francis continues to be in a critical state, and his condition remains precarious, according to an update from the Holy See Press Office on Saturday evening. The Vatican’s statement emphasized that the pontiff “is not out of danger” and that his medical team is closely monitoring his health.

PhilHealth expands coverage to include outpatient emergency care in accredited hospitals

Posted on February 22, 2025

​The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) announced its coverage to include all outpatient emergency cases treated in accredited Level 1 to 3 hospitals nationwide, effective Feb. 14, 2025.