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The Provincial Government of Laguna officially inaugurated its first-ever chemotherapy center at the Laguna Medical Center, marking a major milestone in accessible cancer care in the province. Led by Governor Sol Aragones, the initiative aims to provide affordable and quality treatment to cancer patients, particularly those from underserved communities. The program was made possible through […]
Senator Mark Villar filed Senate Resolution No. 366 urging government financial institutions to implement loan moratoriums, grace periods, and penalty condonation to help Filipinos cope with rising fuel prices and living costs amid the ongoing energy crisis. The proposal covers service agencies and financial institutions such as the Social Security System (SSS), Pag-IBIG Fund, National […]
Messages of hope and assurance of government support were extended to families affected by a recent fire in Marikina City, as Senator Bong Go, through his team, led a relief effort. Prior to the distribution of assistance, Go’s team coordinated with local officials to assess the situation on the ground and better understand the needs […]
In light of escalating tensions in the Middle East and their potential impact on global agricultural supply chains, Senator Kiko Pangilinan emphasized the urgent need to strengthen domestic biofertilizer production as a strategic response to looming fertilizer shortages and rising costs. Pangilinan visited the AgriSpecialist, Inc. (ASI) Bio N Manufacturing Plant in Santa Rosa, Laguna […]
Deputy Majority Leader Luigi Villafuerte and Camarines Sur (CamSur) Rep. Migz Villafuerte want the government to build Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), which are more commonly known as “granny flats” or “backyard homes,” to help close the national housing backlog that already ballooned to 6.5 million units as of 2025. Popular in countries like the United States (US), Australia, […]
Manila 2nd District Representative Rolando “CRV” Valeriano filed House Bill No. 8826, or the “AHON Act” (Agapay sa Hanapbuhay at Operasyon ng Negosyo), a targeted economic relief package designed to help workers, the middle class, and businesses cope with rising fuel prices and transport costs. Valeriano said the measure focuses on reducing transportation, logistics, and […]
Manila City Mayor Francisco “Isko” Moreno Domagoso gathered local community bakers at Bulwagang Bayan, Manila City Hall recently offering each participating community bakery a P25,000 subsidy from the city government. In exchange, participating bakeries are expected to hold the line on prices for 30 days on essential Filipino breads — pandesal, pandilimon, monay, and Spanish […]
The Oriental and Pacific Boxing Federation (OPBF) Rated No. 2 in the Middleweight Division (160 lbs) and national athlete Weljon “Triggerman” Mindoro made a courtesy visit to Games and Amusements Board (GAB) Chairman Atty. Francisco Rivera at the GAB Central Office in Makati City. Also present were Boxing and Other Contact Sports Division Assistant Chief […]
Following the government’s declaration of a national energy emergency due to the conflict in the Middle East, the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) announced that it has allocated ₱1.2 billion to intensify its programs such as the TUPAD as livelihood assistance for vulnerable workers, including those in the transport sector who have lost income. […]
Senator Kiko Pangilinan called for the immediate use of existing appropriations and other available resources for agriculture and food security programs, while also urging stronger collaboration with the private sector to bolster the country’s local food systems amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. The chairperson of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Food, and Agrarian […]