Jasha Gamao

MANILA—The PNP Responders delivered a commanding performance to dismantle the DOJ Radiance during the UNTV Cup Season 12 double-header on May 10 at the Paco Arena in Manila. 

Executing a disciplined offensive strategy and a suffocating defense, the Responders controlled the tempo of the game, preventing the Radiance from finding any rhythm. 

The victory bolsters PNP’s 2-0 standing in the eliminations, proving once again why they remain a powerhouse in the league of public servants.

Mateo Christian earned Best Player of the Game honors, serving as the engine for the Responders' attack with his efficient scoring and leadership on the floor. 

Attributing his performance to the team’s cohesive system, Christian emphasized the importance of trust and discipline in their victory. 

“Sa mga coach ko na nag-encourage sa akin na ipakita ko lang kung anong kaya kong gawin para sa team, know your role tapos sumunod lang sa game plan,” Christian said in a post-game interview, highlighting the "team-first" mentality that propelled PNP to the winner's circle.

MANILA — The COMELEC Vanguards cruised to a convincing 96-82 victory over the Senate Defenders in their UNTV Cup clash last May 10 at the Paco Arena. 

The Vanguards’ cohesive play and defensive intensity ultimately overwhelmed the Defenders, securing a crucial win in the league.

Kenny Isik stood tall for COMELEC, delivering a Best Player of the Game performance. 

Isik registered a well-rounded stat line of 19 points, alongside 1 rebound, 2 assists, and 3 steals, demonstrating his versatility and impact on both ends of the floor. 

His contributions were pivotal in sealing the triumph for the Vanguards.

“Yun yung instructions po sa amin ng mga coach, sa simula pa lang kailangan na talaga namin ma-dominate yung laro namin, makontrol namin yung laro para pagdating ng 4th quarter sa amin na yung control.”, Isik shared in a post-game interview with Ms. Rheena Villamor-Camara.

"Those were the instructions from our coaches: from the very start, we really needed to dominate and control the game so that by the time we reached the 4th quarter, we’d have full control.", Isik shared in a post-game interview with Ms. Rheena Villamor-Camara.

This was the second win for the Vanguards and the team were hopeful that this is the start of their winning streak this season.

QUEZON CITY—The House of Representatives delivered a decisive blow to the Vice Presidency on May 11, voting 255-26-9 to impeach Vice President Sara Duterte for the second time. 

Surpassing the constitutional one-third threshold with ease, the chamber moved with aggressive speed to formalize the charges. 

Lawmakers supporting the move cited a breakdown in public trust, while the overwhelming margin signaled a solidified front against the Vice President within the legislative branch.

The impeachment complaint will now be transmitted to the upper house for a high-stakes trial. 

Under the leadership of newly elected Senate President Alan Peter Cayetano, the Senate is preparing to receive the articles of impeachment and convene as an impeachment court forthwith according to the Constitution.

This transition marks a critical juncture in the nation’s political landscape, as the Senate will now hold the final authority over VP Duterte’s removal from office.

PASAY CITY—Former Senator Antonio Trillanes IV stunned the Senate media on May 11, by brandishing a copy of an alleged International Criminal Court (ICC) arrest warrant targeting Senator Ronald "Bato" Dela Rosa. 

The revelation coincided with Dela Rosa’s sudden appearance at the plenary, marking his first time on the Senate floor since vanishing from public view in November 2025. 

Trillanes claimed the document confirms the Hague-based court’s move to take custody of the former police chief, ending months of speculation regarding the Senator’s prolonged absence and legal standing.

The tension escalated further as the Office of the Senate Sergeant-at-Arms (OSAA) presented CCTV footage to the plenary, documenting a potential security breach within the chamber. 

The video shows individuals identified as alleged National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) agents tailing Dela Rosa through the Senate corridors immediately upon his return. 

Senate leadership is now grappling with the dual crisis of an international legal pursuit and the presence of law enforcement agents operating inside the premises, sparking an immediate debate over parliamentary immunity and the sanctity of the institution.

PASAY CITY—The Senate Committee on Foreign Relations opened a critical review on May 11 to dissect newly-ratified defense and legal agreements aimed at bolstering national security and regional cooperation. 

Led by the panel, lawmakers scrutinized the Status of Visiting Forces Agreements (SOVFAs) with Canada and New Zealand, which President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. ratified earlier this year. 

Defense officials including Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. and AFP Chief of Staff General Romeo Brawner Jr emphasized that these pacts are vital for securing maritime trade routes and enhancing disaster response, while senators focused on ensuring strict reciprocity and accountability to protect Philippine interests.  

Beyond defense, the committee tackled the ASEAN Treaty on Extradition, a landmark multilateral agreement ratified by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. last April.