Senate President Chiz Escudero expressed deep concern over the escalating tensions in the West Philippine Sea, particularly in Ayungin Shoal, and called for a comprehensive briefing from the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) to address the intensifying conflict. “The escalation of tensions in the West Philippine Sea is alarming, and the Senate will be seeking […]
Author: Romelo Caparas
In a celebration of creativity and artistic expression, Senator Bong Go attended the Floral Artists of Davao Association Inc.’s Padre de Familia event at GH Mall in Greenhills, San Juan City. Organized in collaboration with the Gem Gam Art Gallery, the event aimed to provide a platform for Davao artists to showcase their talents and […]
Senator Cynthia Villar led the first-ever Pride Month Celebration in Las Piñas City as she cited the need to forego of sexual discrimination. “We are celebrating the different sexual orientations, gender identities, and expressions, which encourage acceptance and respect in our city,” Villar stressed. The Pride Month Celebration in their city, the veteran legislator said, […]
Last June 3, Mt. Kanlaon, an active volcano on Negros Island, erupted, producing a 5,000-meter plume, as reported by the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs). The steam-driven or phreatic explosion occurred at the summit vent at 6:51 p.m., prompting Phivolcs to raise Alert Level 2. The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council […]
Union of Local Authorities of the Philippines (ULAP) president and Quirino governor Dax Cua hailed the signing by Pres. Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. of Republic Act 12001 or the Real Property Valuation and Assessment Reform Act (RPVARA). “With the signing of the Real Property Valuation and Assessment Reform Act we can finally update our obsolete property […]
Senator Bong Go advocated for engaging the youth in sports as a strategic approach to divert them from the dangers of illegal drug use during the Mikey Belmonte Cup 2024. The event was conducted in partnership with Go as part of his advocacy to promote grassroots sports development in collaboration with the Philippine Sports Commission […]
Marking its fourth anniversary last June 9, the National Academy of Sports (NAS) situated in Clark City, Pampanga continues to provide a nurturing environment where aspiring Filipino athletes can pursue their sporting dreams while receiving quality education. Republic Act No.11470, which established NAS in 2020, was made possible through the tireless sports advocacy and efforts […]
Senator Cynthia Villar cited the importance for women to embrace technological advancements. “This is crucial as we face the challenges and seize the opportunities of the digital age,” Villar said during the 18th Annual General Assembly of the Philippine Federation of Local councils of Women (PFLCW). “By doing so, we can empower women to become […]
Senator Bong Go commended the signing of Republic Act No. 11997, or the “Kabalikat sa Pagtuturo Act,” by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr, a significant legislative measure aimed at increasing the teaching supply allowances for public school teachers. This law, which key legislative members ceremonially signed on June 3 in Malacañang, seeks to ease educators’ financial […]
Senator Bong Go appealed to the government and other stakeholders to provide utmost support to Filipino athletes who qualified for the upcoming 2024 summer Olympics to be held in Paris, France. In line with this call, Go has recently expressed intent to provide financial support to competing athletes in the upcoming Olympics in collaboration with […]