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POST-PANDEMIC RECOVERY SKILLS FOR WORKERS URGED

Reforms in the country’s education system should focus on equipping future workers with skills needed for the Fourth Industrial Revolution which will be crucial to post-pandemic recovery, Senator Win Gatchalian said. According to a December 2021 Discussion Paper by state think tank Philippine Institute for Development Studies (PIDS), 62% of the country’s workers have skill […]

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VILLANUEVA TO PARENTS: HAVE YOUR KIDS VAXXED

Senator Joel Villanueva took a break from his reelection campaign schedule to accompany his children for their first COVID-19 vaccine dose. Villanueva took his daughter Gwyn (9) and son Jaden (11) to the FilOil Flying V Arena in San Juan City where each received the vaccine doses from the city’s health workers. The the veteran […]

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GORDON AIMS FOR FINAL TERM AS SENATOR

Senator Dick Gordon joined the caravan of Vice President Leni Robredo and Senator Kiko Pangilinan as one of their guest candidates in their Senate slate. Gordon, who is aiming for a consecutive and final term as a member of the Upper Chamber, said that it was an honor for him to be recognized as one […]

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NEW HERITAGE ZONES IN CEBU, ILOCOS ESTABLISHED

The creation of Heritage Zones in Carcar City, Cebu and the Municipality of San Vicente, Ilocos Sur will help local tourism bounce back especially amid the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, Senator Win Gatchalian said. Republic Act No. 11644 declared the City of Carcar as a heritage zone. Republic Act No. 11645 also establishes a […]

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RECTO LAUDS ISKO MORENO’S RESPONSE TO PANDEMIC

If the COVID-19 pandemic was a test for leaders aiming for the presidency, only one candidate passed with flying colors: Manila Mayor Isko Moreno. This was emphasized by Senate President Pro Tempore Ralph Recto, who at the proclamation rally of the Aksyon Demokratiko presidential candidate likened the two-year pandemic to an “audition” for candidates vying […]

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GIVE PINOYS JOBS, EMPLOYMENT SECURITY – VILLANUEVA

Senator Joel Villanueva launched his campaign for a second term in the Senate, vowing to continue his agenda of job creation and strengthen employment security in the country. Villanueva outlined his achievements and platform as he rallied his audience to vote for his reelection in a campaign kick-off video posted in his official Facebook accounts. […]

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ISKO RETURNS TO TONDO ROOTS, KICKS OFF CAMPAIGN

A political David who has killed giants in the past––someone who believes he can do so once again. This was how Aksyon Demokratiko standard-bearer and incumbent Manila Mayor Isko Moreno Domagoso characterized his campaign for the Philippine presidency, which he formally kicked off on Tuesday with a Holy Mass at the Santo Nino de Tondo […]

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SIM REGISTRATION LAW TO IDENTIFY CYBERCRIMINALS

With the impending mandatory registration of all subscriber identity module (SIM) cards taking effect this year, Senator Win Gatchalian said criminals can no longer enjoy anonymity as they can now be tracked down by law enforcers. Gatchalian, a prime mover of the SIM card registration bill since he was still a member of the House […]

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SENATE RATIFIES 10-YEAR GUN LICENSE VALIDITY

The Senate ratified the bicameral conference committee report on the bill amending the Comprehensive Firearms and Ammunition Regulation Act, extending the validity period of the license to own and possess, and the permit to carry firearms. “With this bill, we are encouraging gun owners to register, and not be put off by bureaucratic processes. In […]

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TABLETS FOR ALL QC PUBLIC SCHOOL STUDENTS URGED

Quezon City District 2 Councilor Winnie Castelo has urged the city government to provide all students in the city’s public schools with computer devices like tablets to help them in their online or distance education. His appeal is contained in Proposed Ordinance 22-531, which he has introduced in the city council. The measure seeks the […]