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SAFER DAVAO TO SECURE DABAWENYOS FROM CRIME, SCAMS

Former Davao City representative Karlo Nograles on Sunday bared his “SAFER Davao” agenda aimed at creating a clear and doable blueprint that builds on the peace and order gains of Davao City so that its residents and visitors can be protected from all kinds of crime, including online and high-tech scams. According to Nograles, “Davao […]

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HONTIVEROS TO SENATE: PROBE MOBILE FINANCIAL SCAMS

Senator Risa Hontiveros has filed a Senate resolution seeking an official investigation on the recent spate of unauthorized transactions, scams and other irregularities involving mobile financial services. In the proposed Senate Resolution No. 1234, Hontiveros said that the Senate must review existing rules and regulations governing the financial technology or ‘fintech’ sector, since there is […]

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CREATE MORE ACT TO INCREASE JOBS, CUT RED TAPE – ZUBIRI

The signing of Corporate Recovery and Tax Incentives for Enterprises to Maximize Opportunities for Reinvigorating the Economy (CREATE MORE) Act by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is expected to cut the bureaucratic red tape that has hampered the growth of the business sector in the country. Senator Migz Zubiri, author and co-sponsor of the measure, made […]

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BONG GO BOOSTS SUPPORT FOR GRASSROOTS SPORTS DEV’T

Senator Bong Go, chairperson of the Senate Committee on Youth and on Sports, has made an indelible mark on the lives of Filipino youth through his support of grassroots sports initiatives. From basketball leagues to cheer dance competitions, Go’s partnership with the Philippine Sports Commission has bolstered local organizations’ ability to provide structured sports programs […]

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POE WANTS BETTER ACCESS TO GOV’T CASH AID

Senator Grace Poe underscored that government cash assistance programs should be widely disseminated to the public, especially to communities in need of access to the aid. “Any time that the government has extra cash or the capability to support social welfare programs, we will back them up as long as they are sustainable and accessible […]

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TULFO TO MMDA: ‘HAGAD’ MUST NAB TRAFFIC VIOLATORS

Senator Raffy Tulfo asked the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) to explain why their motorcycle units or “hagad” meant to apprehend traffic violators are not being used, stressing lack of public visibility. During the budget deliberations of the Committee on Finance chaired by Senator Grace Poe recently, MMDA said they have 108 motorcycle units allotted […]

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NO BIZ PERMITS FOR DAVAO DELIVERY RIDERS BACKED

Former Davao City representative Karlo Nograles on Sunday expressed full support for calls to exempt thousands of delivery riders from securing business permits, saying the added financial burden adversely affects the riders’ livelihood and is counter-productive to the efficient delivery of essential services to the general public. Last November 5, members of the United Davao […]

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BATO: EXPAND MARAWI SIEGE BRGYS COMPENSATION LIST

Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa is pushing for amendments to Republic Act 11696 or the Marawi Siege Compensation Act of 2022 to expand the list of barangays with families who also suffered from the Marawi Siege.  While the relatively young law is “stable,” Dela Rosa said that there are gaps that should be addressed to […]

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BONG GO: SUPPORT GILAS IN FIBA ASIA QUALIFIERS

After the conclusion of the Olympic Qualifying Tournament, the national basketball team, Gilas Pilipinas, is gearing up to resume its journey in the 2025 FIBA Asia Cup qualifiers.  The November window promises to be another stern challenge for the squad, as head coach Tim Cone has already noted the formidable competition ahead. Senate Committee on […]

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TULFO FILES BILL FOR PH COAST GUARD MODERNIZATION

Senator Raffy Tulfo has received Arrival Honors and recognition by the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) at their National Headquarters in Port Area, Manila. As Chairperson of the Senate Committee on Public Services, the legislator said he aims to ensure that all government agencies covered by his committee can properly perform their duties for the public. […]