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HOUSE QUADCOM PROBES ‘TARA’ SYSTEM IN BOC

The House Quad Committee, led by committee on dangerous drugs chairperson and Surigao del Norte Representative Ace Barbers, reconvened for its 14th public hearing, delving into Customs processes to identify loopholes and determine how illegal consignments enter the country.  Lawmakers revisited the 2017 smuggling of P6.4 billion illegal drugs found in magnetic lifters at the […]

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FERNANDO INAUGURATES MALOLOS DRAINAGE SYSTEM

In a demonstration of its commitment to infrastructure development and disaster resilience, the Provincial Government of Bulacan proudly unveiled a newly constructed 389-meter drainage system in Purok Ilang-Ilang, Brgy. Panasahan in the City of Malolos. This newly constructed drainage system is a significant step towards addressing the issue of flooding in the area, particularly during […]

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NOGRALES BATS FOR EXTRA CARE OF DAVAO CITY SENIORS

The city government should exert extra efforts to cater to the needs of the elderly, former Davao City lawmaker Karlo Nograles said on Thursday, “as a city should be able to take care of its most vulnerable sectors.” Speaking to senior citizens in a community outreach activity, Nograles said that “a government is only as […]

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E-GOVERNANCE BILL GETS SENATE OK ON 2ND READING

The push to transform government services through digitalization, led by Senator Alan Peter Cayetano, is now just one step away from Senate approval after passing the Second Reading. During the plenary session, Cayetano, the bill’s sponsor, introduced his amendments to Senate Bill No. 2781, also known as the proposed “E-Governance Act,” along with the changes […]

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ENSURE TIMELY, PROPER, MUSLIM BURIALS — PADILLA

Senator Robin Padilla sought support from his Senate colleagues for a bill ensuring the proper and timely burial of deceased Muslims in accordance with Islam teachings. Padilla made the appeal in a sponsorship speech for House Bill No. 8925 (An Act Requiring the Proper and Immediate Burial of Muslim Cadavers in Accordance with the Islamic […]

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PIMENTEL: HIKE COMPENSATION FOR UNJUST CONVICTION

Filipinos who were wrongfully convicted or illegally detained may soon be eligible to receive higher monetary compensation. Senate Minority Leader Koko Pimentel sponsored Senate Bill No. 2920 under Committee Report No. 438, which aims to strengthen support for individuals wrongly convicted or unjustly detained, by amending Republic Act No. 7309, the law that established the […]

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GONZAGA OPENS DAVAO DE ORO SPORTSFEST

The spirit of sportsmanship and teamwork was on full display at the grand opening ceremony of the Davao de Oro Provincial Athletic Association Meet 2025 in Maragusan Municipal Sports Complex.Athletes, coaches, and officials from all eleven municipalities marched together, uniting the province in a celebration of athleticism. “Sports is important in fostering unity and community […]

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EDUCATION PATHWAYS ACT GETS HOUSE 2ND READING OK

The House of Representatives approved on second reading HB 11213, which seeks to offer young learners the option to complete basic education in four years of high school, or pursue an additional two years of pre-college education if they plan to proceed to higher studies.  House Committee on Basic Education and Culture chairperson and Pasig […]

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PADILLA: REVIEW LBP, OVERSEAS FILIPINO BANK MERGER

Senator Robin Padilla is seeking a review of a plan to merge the operations of the Overseas Filipino Bank (OFBank) and Land Bank of the Philippines, noting the different mandates of the two entities. Padilla filed Senate Resolution 1281, urging the appropriate government agencies to review and reassess such a proposal, citing the need for […]

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SENATE LAUDS THE VOICE USA CHAMP SOFRONIO VAZQUEZ

The Senate adopted a resolution congratulating singer Sofronio Vazquez for winning the 26th Season of The Voice, making history as the first Filipino and Asian winner of the competition in The Voice USA. Senate Resolution No. 1259, authored by Senator Joel Villanueva, taking into consideration SRN 1260 filed by Senator Imee Marcos and SRN 1262 […]