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PANGILINAN WANTS MORE SUPPORT FOR PH FISHERIES

Underscoring the need to improve the quality of life of small-scale fishers, Senator Kiko Pangilinan pushed for additional support for the country’s fisheries sector through a new agreement under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS). Pangilinan said this during his interpellation of Senator Imee Marcos’ resolution to ratify the Agreement […]

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MANILA CLASSES TO CONTINUE AMID TRANSPORT STRIKE

Manila City Mayor Francisco “Isko” Moreno Domagoso said classes in the nation’s capital, whether physical or online, will continue as scheduled despite planned transport strikes set for September 17–19. “Oo, tuloy ang eskwela. It cannot be held hostage, eh. Life must go on,” Domagoso told members of the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) Press […]

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DAVAO CITY FAST FOOD CHAINS TO HIRE PWDS, SENIORS

The City Government of Davao has forged partnerships with two major fast food chains to create new employment opportunities for senior citizens and persons with disability (PWDs).Memorandums of Agreement (MOA) were signed to formally integrate them into the workforce of the said establishments. The initiative supports the implementation of the city’s Senior Citizens Job Opportunity […]

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EDCOM LAUDS DEPED FOR TEXTBOOK PROCUREMENT REFORM

The Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM 2) lauded the Department of Education (DepEd) for its significant achievements in reforming its textbook procurement process, a move that has broken a decade-long gridlock and promises to deliver essential learning materials to students more efficiently.  Following key recommendations from EDCOM, DepEd successfully procured and delivered 60 new […]

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FLOOD DAMAGE ON FARMLANDS ALARMS PANGILINAN

Senator Kiko Pangilinan expressed deep concern over the widespread damage to farmlands caused by recent floods, pointing to failed or poorly implemented flood control projects as a major factor behind the devastation. In a recent radio interview, Pangilinan underscored the urgent need for accountability and a comprehensive review of flood mitigation efforts across the country, […]

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ESCUDERO: DON’T BE MISLED ON FLOOD CONTROL MESS

Senator Chiz Escudero cautioned the public against what he described as “calculated diversions” aimed at absolving House Speaker Martin Romualdez from any involvement in the controversial flood control projects, particularly “ghost” projects that have rocked the nation’s infrastructure sector. Escudero’s statement comes in response to Deputy Speaker Ronnie Puno’s recent media appearances, where he suggested […]

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BONG GO WANTS MORE FACILITIES FOR SPORTS, HEALTH

Senator Bong Go, Chairperson of the Senate Committee on Sports, strongly urged government agencies to channel more resources toward sports infrastructure and related facilities instead of infrastructure projects that he described as having little to no direct benefit to the public and often becoming opportunities for corruption. Speaking during the public hearing of the Senate […]

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BENITEZ WELCOMES HOUSE LEADERSHIP CHANGE

Bacolod lone district Rep. Albee Benitez welcomed the impending change in leadership in the House of Representatives, calling it “the best way to move forward.” “That’s a good move, that is probably the best way to move forward para at least makita na natin at mahanap ang mga katotohanan sa problema that’s rocking the House,” […]

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SPEAKER DY VOWS: REFORMS, ACCOUNTABILITY IN HOUSE

“Our duty is not to protect each other – our duty is to protect the Filipino people.” This was the overarching message on Wednesday of newly-elected House Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III, who assured the public that the House of Representatives would work to earn back the trust of the people by pursuing budget reforms, […]

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ISABELA REP. FAUSTINO DY III IS NEW SPEAKER

Isabela Representative Faustino “Bojie” Dy III on Wednesday was formally elected as the new Speaker of the House of Representatives, pledging reform, transparency, and a people-first approach to governance. Addressing members of the chamber, Dy expressed both gratitude and humility as he thanked them for their support. “Ako po’y lubos na nagpapasalamat sa mga kasama […]