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ICC Pre-Trial Chamber I confirms all charges against Rodrigo Roa Duterte and commits him to trial
THE HAGUE, Netherlands ( 23 April 2026) - The Pre-Trial Chamber I of the International Criminal Court (ICC) unanimously confirmed all the charges comprised of three counts of crimes against humanity brought by the Prosecutor against Rodrigo Roa Duterte and committed him to trial before a Trial Chamber.
The Hague Hearing: Prosecutors Detail 'Common Plan' As Duterte Defence Pleads For His Return
TFCN Musings by Rose Eclarinal, TFCN UK
Under Pressure: Filipino Migrant Women Navigating Life And Work In Croatia
By Jofelle Tesorio, TFCN The Netherlands, with Iva Tadić & John Paul Magalang
SPECIAL REPORT: Dating Driver Ni Zaldy Co Sa Paris Nagsalita Tungkol Sa Dating Kongresista
I-click ito para sa video report ni Rose Eclarinal
ICC Appeals Chamber Unanimously Rejects Duterte’s Plea For Temporary Release
OPINION
Institutional Autonomy Versus Rule of Law: Inside the Philippine Senate
The Senate of the Philippines faces an unprecedented constitutional and operational crisis. ...more
TFCN Global Desk
May 27, 2026•2 min read
SHINING LIWANAG ON YOUR RIGHTS | “Isang Gabi sa Boracay, Isang Buhay na Nakasalalay: Takot, Katotohanan, at Pananagutan”
“Isang Gabi sa Boracay, Isang Buhay na Nakasalalay: Takot, Katotohanan, at Pananagutan” ...more
By: Atty. Erick Liwanag
May 11, 2026•3 min read
SHINING LIWANAG ON YOUR RIGHTS | “May Pera sa Party, Wala sa Nanay: Pwede Bang Pilitin ang Manugang na Magsuporta?”
Isang anak ang kumakayod para sa maintenance ng ina, habang ang manugang sa abroad ay todo-post ng marangyang buhay. May obligasyon ba ang manugang na suportahan ang biyenan? ...more
By: Atty. Erick Liwanag
April 27, 2026•3 min read
TOP STORIES
ICC Sets Nov 30, 2026 to start Duterte Trial
The ruling was made by presiding judge Joanna Korner ...more
Philippines ,By: Jofelle Tesorio, TFCN The Netherlands
May 27, 2026•1 min read
DOJ: Sen. Bato Dela Rosa now a fugitive; orders PNP, NBI to execute ICC warrant of arrest
DOJ: Bato now a fugitive from justice; orders his arrest ...more
Philippines ,TFCN Global Desk
May 21, 2026•2 min read
17 Filipino evacuees from MV Hondius arrive in the Netherlands, Ph embassy receive crew members
Filipino crew from Hantavirus stricken MV Hondius to quarantine in The Netherlands ...more
Philippines ,By: Jofelle Tesorio, TFCN The Netherlands
May 12, 2026•2 min read
Situation in the Philippines: ICC judges unseal arrest warrant against Ronald Marapon Dela Rosa for alleged crime against humanity
ICC judges unseal arrest warrant against Ronald Marapon Dela Rosa for alleged crime against humanity ...more
Philippines ,Europe &TFCN Global Desk
May 11, 2026•2 min read
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Ateneo drowning not an accident, training site 700 metres from resort — CIDG
MANILA — The Philippine National Police-Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (PNP-CIDG) revealed on 17 June 2026 that initial findings show the fatal drowning of two Ateneo de Manila University ... ...more
Philippines
June 17, 2026•2 min read
Win wins! Gatchalian secures Senate presidency to end leadership gridlock
MANILA — The Senate leadership row was decisively resolved on 17 June 2026, as Senator Sherwin "Win" Gatchalian was officially elected as the new Senate President during a special session of Congress ... ...more
Philippines
June 17, 2026•2 min read
Philippine Media Trust Suffers Steepest Drop Globally as Audiences Pivot to Social Video — Reuters Institute 2026 Report
MANILA — Public trust in the media within the Philippines has suffered its sharpest drop on record, according to the Reuters Institute Digital News Report 2026. ...more
Philippines
June 16, 2026•3 min read
Ateneo Blue Eagles head coach Baldwin resigns amid probe on death of two athletes
QUEZON CITY — Ateneo de Manila University President Fr Roberto Yap announced on Monday the resignations of men’s basketball head coach Tab Baldwin and team manager Epok Quimpo ...more
Philippines
June 16, 2026•2 min read
Pope Leo XIV back in Rome after closing Spain visit with message of love, dignity and peace
SANTA CRUZ DE TENERIFE — Pope Leo XIV is now back in Rome after closing his weeklong visit to Spain, which brought him to Madrid, Barcelona and the Canary Islands. ...more
Europe ,By: Sandra Sotelo Aboy TFCN Spain
June 15, 2026•2 min read
The Basilica: “First Love, Then Technique”
BARCELONA, Spain — To the eyes of non-believers, the blessing of the Tower of Jesus Christ may simply mark the completion of an architectural wonder. ...more
Europe ,By: Sandra Sotelo Aboy TFCN Spain
June 12, 2026•3 min read
Pope Leo XIV visits San Agustin, parish church of Barcelona’s Filipino community
BARCELONA, Spain — On June 10, Pope Leo XIV visited the Church of San Agustin in Barcelona’s El Raval district, where he met with diocesan charity and welfare organizations. ...more
Europe ,By: Sandra Sotelo Aboy TFCN Spain
June 11, 2026•2 min read
ICC strikes balance between fairness and effectiveness of proceedings, says spokesperson
THE HAGUE, Netherlands — What is the wisdom of the International Criminal Court (ICC) judges in setting the date for trial this year against former president Rodrigo Duterte? ...more
By: Jofelle Tesorio, TFCN The Netherlands
June 11, 2026•5 min read
Corpus Christi in València Offers Filipinos a Glimpse of Their Catholic Roots
VALÈNCIA, Spain — The Catholic Church has celebrated the Feast of the Body and Blood of Christ, or Corpus Christi, for nearly 800 years as a solemn expression of faith in the Eucharist. ...more
Europe ,By Dennis Tanoc with Sandra Sotelo-Aboy, TFCN Spain
June 11, 2026•2 min read
Pickleball Enthusiasts Gather for a Fun-Filled Day of Competition and Camaraderie
A fun-filled Pickleball Tournament brought together players of different nationalities, mostly Filipino OFWs, for a day of friendly competition, great rallies, and strong community spirit in Abu Dhabi... ...more
Middle East ,By: Raffy Reyes, TFCN Abu Dhabi, UAE
June 10, 2026•2 min read
ICC Sets Nov 30, 2026 to start Duterte Trial
The ruling was made by presiding judge Joanna Korner ...more
Philippines ,By: Jofelle Tesorio, TFCN The Netherlands
May 27, 2026•1 min read
DOJ: Sen. Bato Dela Rosa now a fugitive; orders PNP, NBI to execute ICC warrant of arrest
DOJ: Bato now a fugitive from justice; orders his arrest ...more
Philippines ,TFCN Global Desk
May 21, 2026•2 min read
17 Filipino evacuees from MV Hondius arrive in the Netherlands, Ph embassy receive crew members
Filipino crew from Hantavirus stricken MV Hondius to quarantine in The Netherlands ...more
Philippines ,By: Jofelle Tesorio, TFCN The Netherlands
May 12, 2026•2 min read
Situation in the Philippines: ICC judges unseal arrest warrant against Ronald Marapon Dela Rosa for alleged crime against humanity
ICC judges unseal arrest warrant against Ronald Marapon Dela Rosa for alleged crime against humanity ...more
Philippines ,Europe &TFCN Global Desk
May 11, 2026•2 min read
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