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Manila City Mayor Francisco “Isko” Moreno Domagoso led the raffle of 100 housing units for qualified beneficiaries under the city’s in-city vertical housing program, describing the event as one of the most fulfilling moments in his decades-long public service. The draw of lots, conducted alongside Vice Mayor Chi Atienza, selected 100 beneficiaries out of 1,554 […]
Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano expressed support for a proposed measure that would allow Filipinos to designate a trusted person to make medical decisions on their behalf, even if not legally recognized as family. “I haven’t seen a real shift in how we look at our health system, and part of improving it is […]
Senator Kiko Pangilinan underscored the indispensable contributions of agricultural workers to national development, vowing to help institute national policies that will ensure food security, sustain the country’s economic backbone, and develop rural communities. Speaking during the 140th founding anniversary of the Pampanga State Agricultural University, Pangilinan praised graduates and students of agriculture, fisheries, crop science, […]
Senator Bong Go, through his team, visited La Carlota City and Bago City in Negros Occidental to turn over assistance to families affected by the recent Mt. Kanlaon ashfall. The activity was conducted in coordination with local government officials, particularly Bago City Mayor Marina Javellana-Yao and La Carlota City Mayor Jose Luis “Joelu” Jalandoni, to […]
A variety of delicious and diverse foods and products from different parts of Laguna were featured at the “Pamana ng Lasa at Ani ng Lalawigan,” held at the Festival Stage of the Laguna Provincial Capitol. The event celebrates Laguna’s abundant harvests and diverse delicacies, bringing together business owners, exhibitors, chefs, and investors with the shared […]
Three new Deputy Speakers were elected during the plenary session of the House of Representatives. The new House leaders are Bacolod Representative Albee Benitez, Pangasinan Representative Maria Rachel Arenas and Cebu Representative Duke Frasco. The new House leaders are Bacolod Representative Albee Benitez, Pangasinan Representative Maria Rachel Arenas and Cebu Representative Duke Frasco. Deputy Speakers […]
Senator Kiko Pangilinan called for the swift passage of his proposed anti-ticket scalping measure, warning that unregulated ticket reselling continues to exploit Filipino consumers and deny genuine fans fair access to major events. The chair of the Senate Committee on Justice and Human Rights, which tackled the proposed measure, delivered a sponsorship speech for Senate […]
Senator Chiz Escudero has filed Senate Bill No. 1993 which seeks to establish a government-owned crude oil tank storage facility to better position the country in dealing with oil crisis and ensure fuel security. The Philippines imports about 90 to 95 percent of its crude oil and refined petroleum needs, making it highly vulnerable to […]
Senator Bong Go’s team witnessed the turnover of the Super Health Center in Oroquieta City, Misamis Occidental recently. Present during the turnover of the Super Health Center were Misamis Occidental Vice Governor Rowena Gutierrez, Oroquieta City Mayor Lemuel Acosta, City Councilor Arti Enanoria, and Barangay Apil Captain Roy Bongcayao, among others. “Magseserbisyo ako sa abot […]
Deploying more policewomen in barangays amid rising cases of violence against women and children is a good step. The Philippine National Police, however, should also focus on enhancing the training of male police so they could better respond to VAWC cases. This was the suggestion of House committee on public order and safety vice chair […]