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LACSON WANTS SAME UNIT BODYGUARDS FOR POLL BETS

Let the Philippine National Police (PNP) or Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) assign security personnel – preferably from the same unit – to opposing political personalities, especially in areas designated as election hotspots. This was the doable suggestion raised by former PNP chief and Senator Ping Lacson on minimizing, if not preventing, election-related violence […]

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PIMENTEL TO COMELEC: RULE ON TEODORO’S DQ CASE

Senate Minority Leader Koko Pimentel III filed an “urgent motion to resolve” before the Commission on Elections (Comelec) En Banc, pressing for an immediate resolution on the cancellation of the Certificate of Candidacy (COC) of Marikina Mayor Marcy Teodoro for the city’s 1st District congressional race. The motion, filed on March 26, 2025, reiterates that […]

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CUA VOWS CONTINUED GOOD GOVERNANCE IN QUIRINO

“Continued good governance for the welfare of all Quirinians.” This was the promise of Quirino Governor Dax Cua as the campaign for local candidates for the midterm elections officially kicked off on Friday, March 28. Cua said he hopes to build on the gains that the province has made if given the chance to govern […]

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NOGRALES MOUNTS ‘FEARLESS’ CAMPAIGN IN MONTALBAN

Rizal 4th District Rep. Fidel Nograles on Friday vowed that he and his team will mount a “fearless campaign” despite attempts at intimidation by his opponents in the run-up to the local campaign for the midterm elections. “Hindi po kami natatakot, at hindi kami magpapatinag sa kabila ng pangaabuso at pananakot. Ilalapit natin sa mga […]

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PIMENTEL LAUDS DEPED’S SHS VOUCHER PROGRAM REFUND

Senate Minority Leader Koko Pimentel III commended the Department of Education (DepEd) for recovering P65 million from 54 private schools that made questionable claims under the Senior High School (SHS) Voucher Program. However, Pimentel stressed that the refund is not enough and called for stricter oversight to prevent future anomalies. “Mabuti na naibalik ang P65 […]

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BATO TO DUTERTE: MANY PINOYS WANT YOU BACK IN PH

Senator Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa told former President Rodrigo Duterte to stay strong and remain hopeful even though he celebrated his 80th birthday while detained in The Hague, Netherlands. “Ang masasabi ko lang sa kanya ay itong lahat ng mga pagsubok na ito ngayon ay malalampasan natin ito. Malalampasan ito. Walang permanent sa mundong ibabaw. […]

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KIKO: NO TALKS FOR ALYANSA SENATE SLATE INCLUSION

Former senator and senatorial candidate Francis “Kiko” Pangilinan has categorically denied reports claiming that he is in talks with Alyansa para sa Bagong Pilipinas regarding a potential inclusion in the party’s senatorial lineup. “There have been no discussions between my camp and Alyansa para sa Bagong Pilipinas. Our campaign remains independent and focused on our […]

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BONG GO VOWS MORE SUPPORT FOR SENIOR CITIZENS

In a speech before over a thousand senior citizens in Parañaque City, Senator Bong Go went beyond policy points to reaffirm his crusade for health and elderly care. Addressing the Annual General Assembly of the Abraham Senior Citizens Association at the Parañaque Sports Complex, Go recounted the major laws he has championed since 2019 while […]

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BONG GO OPENS SIARGAO ISLAND SUPER HEALTH CENTER

Senator Bong Go’s Malasakit Team attended the inauguration and blessing of the newly constructed Super Health Center in San Benito, Siargao Island, Surigao del Norte recently. In his message, Go emphasized the crucial role of Super Health Centers in strengthening the country’s healthcare system by bringing essential medical services closer to the grassroots, especially in […]

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MINDA AT 15: RENEWED VISION FOR MINDANAO GROWTH

DAVAO CITY – The Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) commemorated its 15th founding anniversary on Monday with a strong commitment to advancing the island’s economic progress and sustainable development. Addressing MinDA employees during the celebration, Secretary Leo Tereso Magno reflected on the agency’s achievements over the past 15 years while setting an ambitious vision for the […]