There is no proven link between the “uniquely colorful and crusty” speeches of former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte and the murders he is accused of, his defense lawyer told the International Criminal Court Thursday. Read full story: https://globalnation.inquirer.net/310890/no-proven-link-between-duterte-speeches-drug-deaths-defense-at-icc Follow our live updates here: https://inqnews.net/DuterteICCHearingFeb26 Read more about Duterte’s case at the ICC: https://www.inquirer.net/duterte-at

FULL INTERVIEW: Sara Duterte on OVP budget, Rodrigo Duterte, flood control mess Vice President Sara Duterte speaks with the media after the proposed 2026 budget of the Office of the Vice President hurdles the House appropriations committee. She answered questions about the treatment given to her by the House, her recent conversation with former president Rodrigo Duterte, and President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s actions to get to the bottom of flood control corruption. | Rappler