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Now in its fourth consecutive year, Angeles City Government, under the leadership of Mayor Carmelo “Pogi” Lazatin, Jr., has started the distribution of free school supplies to 14,826 public school students in eight city-run schools. Students received complete school kits that include shoes, socks, t-shirts, and backpacks with supplies. “This is part of our commitment […]
Senator Koko Pimentel congratulated Cagayan de Oro City on the celebration of its 75th Charter Day. “Happy 75th Charter Day to the City of Golden Friendship. Cagayan de Oro has shown strength, unity, and resilience through the years. This Diamond Anniversary is a reminder of our history and our potential for even greater progress,” Pimentel […]
Before the 19th Congress closed, Senator Alan Peter Cayetano made time for one last committee hearing to jumpstart the technical groundwork for 25 bills aimed at strengthening tertiary education and technical-vocational training across the country. Presiding over the Senate Committee on Higher, Technical, and Vocational Education, Cayetano, who chairs the committee, tackled 14 bills involving […]
After extensive and detailed investigations conducted by the Senate Committee on Ways and Means, chaired by Senator Win Gatchalian, the Anti-POGO Act of 2025 is now one step closer to becoming law. This development comes after the House of Representatives adopted the Senate version of the bill, which bans the establishment, operation, and provision of […]
The Senate of the Philippines and the House of Representatives jointly passed a Concurrent Resolution urging President Bongbong Marcos to establish a Cabinet Cluster for Education on the last day of the 19th Congress. The proposed education cluster advocated by Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM 2) is proposed to address long-standing issues identified by […]
The Provincial Government of Samar, under the leadership of Governor Sharee Ann Tan, formally turned over a newly completed academic building to the Eastern Visayas Regional Science High School (EVRSHS), further strengthening its continued commitment to the Department of Education–City Division of Catbalogan.This milestone project adds to a series of substantial support extended by the […]
Senator Alan Peter Cayetano proposed the creation of short courses in State Universities and Colleges (SUCs) specifically designed for newly elected Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) officials. During a hearing of the Senate Committee on Higher, Technical, and Vocational Education, Cayetano emphasized the importance of preparing young leaders, especially with the upcoming SK and barangay elections. “Kung […]
Senator Grace Poe capped her 12-year, two-term stint at the Senate with a heartfelt and amusing speech, grateful to the Filipinos for allowing her to serve. In her valedictory address, Poe said she was grateful to the Filipinos for their trust and the opportunity to serve. “The real power of this office lies not in […]
Senator Win Gatchalian urged taxpayers to avail of the extended estate tax amnesty program, which is set to expire on June 16 this year. “I am hoping taxpayers who are qualified would avail of the extended tax amnesty program as this would give them the chance to legalize their ownership of inherited properties and the opportunity […]
Manila Representative Benny Abante emphasized the need for persistence in the pursuit of justice, as he marked the conclusion of the Quadruple Committee’s hearings with a firm call for sustained efforts against impunity and wrongdoing. “Justice cannot be claimed in a single hearing or a single bill – it must be pursued relentlessly, especially when […]