LIVE updates: 2025 national elections

MANILA, Philippines (First published on May 12, 2025; 5:30 a.m.) — Filipinos nationwide made their votes count on Monday, May 12, as the country held a crucial midterm elections.

A total of 64 candidates competed for 12 available seats in the Senate.

Meanwhile, 156 party-list groups were certified by the Commission on Elections (Comelec) to compete for 63 party-list seats in the House of Representatives. 

Philstar.com will provide the latest news, election results, videos and live updates throughout the voting process. (Can't view the updates below?  Click here.)