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Senate President Chiz Escudero filed a bill to formalize his proposal seeking to defer the parliamentary elections in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) in view of the recent Supreme Court ruling excluding Sulu from the regional group. BARMM’s first parliamentary election is scheduled for 2025, but Escudero is pushing to have it […]
In the aftermath of the massive destruction and loss of lives brought about by tropical storm Kristine, Senate President Chiz Escudero said the annual general appropriations act, starting with the 2025 version, should already be “climate adapted and climate resilient.” While it is easy to point fingers at the agencies or personalities supposedly responsible for […]
As Senate leaders committed to give top priority to passing the proposed 2025 General Appropriations Act (GAA) of P6.352 trillion with this week’s reopening of the 19th Congress, National Unity Party (NUP) president LRay Villafuerte has appealed to senators to consider including in next year’s national budget bill his proposed P20-billion outlay for the fast-track […]
Migratory birds find suitable rest at the 47-hectare biodiversity offset site, dubbed ‘Saribuhay sa Dampalit,’ developed by San Miguel Corporation in Bulacan. San Miguel Corporation (SMC) has been recognized as one of Asia-Pacific’s 25 Steward Leadership Excellence awardees for its innovative “Saribuhay sa Dampalit” program in Bulacan. Presented annually by the Stewardship Asia Centre (SAC), […]
The Land Transportation Office has confirmed to Senate President Chiz Escudero that the number “7” protocol plate used by a SUV that illegally entered the EDSA bus carousel lane was fake. Acting on the inquiry sought by Escudero about the incident that has since gone viral, the LTO has noted that no “7” protocol plate […]
During a recent Senate Blue Ribbon Committee hearing, former President Rodrigo Duterte took a decisive stand, addressing claims of a so-called “reward system” that allegedly encouraged violent actions in his administration’s anti-drug campaign. Senator Bong Go joined the discussion, supporting Duterte’s stance and refuting any allegations of incentives given to police or officials for engaging […]
Union of Local Authorities of the Philippines president and Quirino governor Dax Cua on Thursday called on his fellow leaders to ensure a safe and orderly conduct of the upcoming Undas holidays. “I am sure that we have already laid out a plan of action for Undas. But nevertheless, I would still like to remind […]
The much-anticipated 2024 National Arts and Crafts Fair (NACF) officially opened its doors recently at the Megatrade Halls 1-3, 5th Level, Mega B, SM Megamall, Mandaluyong City. Now in its seventh edition, the NACF continues to serve as a premier platform for promoting the Filipino creative industry, showcasing the traditional arts, crafts, fashion, and cultural […]
“Ang pondo para sa kalusugan, gamitin para sa kalusugan!” This was reiterated by Cong. Manoy Wilbert “Wise” Lee as he welcomed the Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) issued by the Supreme Court to stop the transfer of the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) excess funds to the National Treasury that he vehemently opposed. “Natutuwa po tayo […]
Senate President Chiz Escudero said that the statements made by former President Rodrigo Duterte during a public hearing of the Senate Blue Ribbon Committee may be a first step for him toward taking full responsibility for the bloody war on drugs undertaken by his administration. While noting that the testimonies made by Duterte during the […]