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MISS UNIVERSE PH CHELSEA MANALO BACK IN BULACAN

The entire Province of Bulacan was abuzz with excitement as they welcomed home its beloved Reina La Bulakenya, Miss Universe Philippines 2024 Chelsea Anne Manalo in a victory parade at the Provincial Government. Through a grand program, Manalo was greeted with cheers and applause from her fellow Bulakenyos led by Governor Daniel Fernando and Vice […]

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CA RESUMES APPOINTMENT HEARINGS IN AUGUST

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has nominated career diplomat Raymond Balatbat as the new Philippine Ambassador to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, with concurrent jurisdiction over the Republic of Yemen. Surigao del Sur Representative Johnny Pimentel said the President nominated Balatbat on June 3, and his papers were received by the congressional Commission on Appointments (CA) […]

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BONG GO INSPECTS HEALTH CENTER IN DAUIS, BOHOL

Senator Bong Go, chairperson of the Senate Committee on Health and Demography, remains steadfast in bringing essential public health services closer to more Filipinos down to the communities through the establishment of Super Health Centers. Go emphasized the necessity for an inclusive strategy in strengthening the country’s healthcare infrastructure during the inspection of a Super […]

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PH HAS ROLE IN PRESERVING MARINE LIFE — LEGARDA

Senator Loren Legarda asserted the Philippines’ role in promoting the sustainability of marine resources around the world. “The leadership of coastal nations is crucial for the protection of our oceans–those who experience the sands of Deauville in France, the Arribada in Tamarindo in Costa Rica, and the seaside cliffs of Palawan know full well what […]

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CYNTHIA VILLAR TO WOMEN: EMBRACE NEW TECHNOLOGIES

Senator Cynthia Villar cited the importance for women to embrace technological advancements. “This is crucial as we face the challenges and seize the opportunities of the digital age,” Villar said during the 18th Annual General Assembly of the Philippine Federation of Local councils of Women (PFLCW). “By doing so, we can empower women to become […]

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GOV’T HOSPITALS URGED: EXPAND HEMODIALYSIS UNITS

Amid the surge in the number of Filipinos living with chronic kidney disease (CKD), Quezon City Representative Marvin Rillo urged public hospitals to avail of additional funding from the Health Facilities Enhancement Program (HFEP) so that they can enlarge their outpatient hemodialysis units. “We would urge all public hospitals to seek HFEP funding so that […]

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BATAAN GOV. GARCIA BAGS WHO TOBACCO CONTROL AWARD

Bataan Governor Jose Enrique “Joet” Garcia, Jr. received an outstanding recognition from the World Health Organization (WHO) for being one of the three awardees from the Western Pacific Region “for his vital contributions to tobacco control” which focused this year on protecting children from tobacco industry interference. The other two awardees were Hangzhou Municipal People’s […]

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LEE CALLS FOR PH CARABAO CENTER BUDGET HIKE

AGRI Party-list Rep. Wilbert T. Lee on Wednesday said that optimizing the Philippine Carabao Center (PCC) by increasing its budget and upgrading its research and innovation, will help revive the dairy industry post-El Niño. This, after the National Dairy Authority (NDA) sought P2.5 billion budget to support the procurement of at least 5,000 imported cattle […]

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48 NEW RESERVISTS FINISH BASIC MILITARY TRAINING

Senator Robin Padilla commended the 48 new reservists who completed their Basic Citizen Military Course (BCMC) as he urged them to be a symbol to influence the youth to be part of the reservist program. In his message during the graduation rites held at the Philippine Navy headquarters, Padilla told the new reservists, mostly from […]

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CAYETANO LAUDS ALAS PILIPINAS FOR PODIUM FINISH

Senator Alan Peter Cayetano encouraged the Philippine women’s national volleyball team, Alas Pilipinas, to remain persistent not only in their individual capabilities but also as a cohesive unit in order to foster the Filipinos’ love for athletics. “Whether your goal is to be a better person or a better player, if you have an advocacy […]