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278 AFP SENIOR OFFICIALS TO FACE CA GRILLING

The Commission on Appointments (CA) has received the appointment papers for 278 newly promoted senior officers of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), CA Assistant Minority Leader and Surigao del Sur Representative Johnny Pimentel said. “We have a new batch of senior military officials awaiting confirmation from the CA. They are led by Maj. […]

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SENATE URGED: UPHOLD DUE PROCESS IN DUTERTE ARREST

Senator Alan Peter Cayetano reaffirmed the Senate’s role as a guardian of legal rights and due process amid the issue of the International Criminal Court’s (ICC) warrant against former President Rodrigo Duterte. In a media interview, Cayetano emphasized the need for the Senate to uphold its integrity while ensuring that legal processes are followed, cautioning […]

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BE ALERT AGAINST DENGUE – BONG GO

As dengue cases continue to rise across the country, Senator Bong Go called on the public to take preventive measures against the disease while ensuring that government healthcare services, including medical assistance from Malasakit Centers and primary care from Super Health Centers, are made accessible to ease the burden on affected Filipinos. The Department of […]

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PIMENTEL TO COMELEC: FAST TRACK SIMPLE DQ CASES

Senate Minority Leader Koko Pimentel urged the Commission on Elections (Comelec) En Banc to expedite its handling of simple disqualification (DQ) cases and petitions for denial of due course ahead of the local campaign period, which starts on March 28. Pimentel emphasized that resolving easier cases first would significantly reduce Comelec’s backlog, allowing the poll […]

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ICC ARRESTS WARRANTS ARE ILLEGAL – DELA ROSA

Senator Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa warned of legal implications if the Philippine authorities will continue to implement any arrest warrant from International Criminal Court (ICC). The former Philippine National Police (PNP) chief made the remark as he joined the thousands of Filipinos in a rally calling for the return of former President Rodrigo Duterte at […]

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AGRI HAILS PLAN FOR 8 NEW MARINE SCIENCE STATIONS

AGRI Party-list Rep. Manoy Wilbert Lee welcomed the plan of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) to build eight new marine scientific stations across different regions in the country, as he renewed his call for the immediate passage of a bill to safeguard national sovereignty and the livelihood of fisherfolk.  In the forum […]

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LAZATIN OPENS 10TH ANGELES CITY RURAL HEALTH UNIT

Mayor Carmelo “Pogi” Lazatin Jr. led the blessing and inauguration of two primary care facilities in Barangays Tabun, and Cutud bringing up the total of primary care facilities into 10.According to Lazatin, with the opening of four additional primary care facilities this month, the city government is inching closer to its goal to provide the […]

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RILLO BATS FOR SAFETY OF TOURISTS

Quezon City Representative Marvin Rillo urged local governments and resort operators to remain vigilant in promoting the safety of tourists. “We must never let our guard down when it comes to ensuring public safety at all times in our tourist destinations,” said Rillo, who serves as vice chairperson of the House committee on tourism. The […]

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BONG GO COMMITS TO PROTECT RIGHTS OF OFWS

Senator Bong Go once again underscored his unwavering commitment to championing the rights and welfare of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs), emphasizing that they deserve continuous government support and protection. During his recent visit to Hong Kong where he met with OFWs alongside former President Rodrigo Duterte, Go listened to the concerns of migrant workers and […]

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DPWH SLAMMED FOR SLOW PROBE ON BRIDGE COLLAPSE

Senator Alan Peter Cayetano slammed the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) for its slow response in investigating the collapsed Cabagan-Sta. Maria bridge in Isabela. “Pasensya na, and I should tell this to the Public Works Secretary, pero parang hindi kayo seryoso sa imbestigasyon na ito. So far kasi wala kayong point person sa […]