Today’s headlines: Edwin Gardiola, Raul Rocha, Alex EalaToday’s headlines: Edwin Gardiola, Raul Rocha, Alex Eala

Edwin Gardiola denies public works corruption allegations | The wRap

2025/11/27 23:15

Here are today’s headlines – the latest news in the Philippines and around the world:

  • After months of silence, Gardiola denies hand in public works corruption

Construction Workers Solidarity Party-list Representative Edwin Gardiola denies allegations he is involved in public works corruption. In a statement posted on Facebook, Gardiola says he was ‘disheartened to hear his name mentioned in alleged irregularities in flood control projects.’

  • BIR files tax evasion complaints vs contractors of Bulacan ghost projects

The Bureau of Internal Revenue files new tax evasion complaints with the Department of Justice against SYMS Construction Trading and IM Construction Corporation. Both firms are implicated in the multi-billion flood control corruption scandal involving ghost projects in Bulacan.

  • Bulatlat’s victory vs Duterte-time blocking order also a win for press freedom

Alternative news outlets Bulatlat and Pinoy Weekly win a landmark case against one of the most repressive Duterte-era orders. The three-year legal battle now ends with a court decision voiding the NTC memorandum that blocked them.

  • Mexico investigates Miss Universe president for drugs, arms trafficking

Mexico is investigating Miss Universe organization president Raul Rocha for alleged trafficking of drugs and weapons as well as fuel theft.

  • Alex Eala in action at home? WTA adds Philippine stop

Filipina tennis star Alex Eala gets a chance to dazzle at home as the WTA Tour includes a stop in the Philippines. She is expected to banner the Philippine Women’s Open slated from January 26 to 31. —Rappler.com

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