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The president of the Union of Local Authorities of the Philippines (ULAP) urged his fellow local leaders to ensure that people in their communities have easier access to affordable food. This, as a recent Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey showed that 46 percent of Filipino families considered themselves “food-poor”, the highest since the 49 percent […]
Senate Minority Leader Koko Pimentel III urged the government to conduct a thorough inventory of its properties following reports that a recently raided illegal Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator (POGO) hub in Pasay was situated on land owned by a government entity. “We need to ensure that the government is not unwittingly and indirectly becoming a […]
Amid suggestions to replace Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) President and Chief Executive Officer (PCEO) Emmanuel Ledesma Jr., Cong. Wilbert “Manoy” T. Lee urged fellow lawmakers and government officials to prioritize implementing the commitment of the Department of Health (DOH) and PhilHealth to lower out-of-pocket medical expenses of Filipinos that he secured during the House […]
Senator Bong Go’s Malasakit Team extended assistance to displaced workers of Calbayog City, Western Samar, underscoring the continued support for livelihood programs that benefit disadvantaged communities. The initiative was made possible through the collaborative efforts of Go and local leaders such as Board Member Ancecio Guades. Senate Bill No. 420 aims to provide short-term employment […]
Committee on Public Services Chairperson Senator Raffy Tulfo conducted a surprise inspection in Binangonan Port, Rizal where a motorbanca capsized last year resulting in the deaths of 27 people. Said issue was also investigated at the Senate on the same year. In his inspection, Tulfo saw the various violations of some boats, including life vests […]
Senate Minority Leader Aquilino “Koko” Pimentel III raised serious legal and constitutional concerns over Marikina Mayor Marcelino “Marcy” Teodoro’s recent transfer from District 2 to District 1 to run for Congress in the upcoming 2025 elections. In an interview on Headstart on Tuesday, Pimentel stressed that the period of residence requirement is crystal clear in […]
Civil Service Commission Chairman Karlo Nograles on Tuesday filed his certificate of candidacy for mayor of Davao City, and formally announced his decision to vie for the position on a platform of choice, chance, and change. In a statement addressed to the people of Davao City, Nograles explained his decision to run for mayor. “Karong […]
Senate President Chiz Escudero sees the Philippines taking a major step toward an independent foreign policy with the development of the local defense industry through the revival of the Self-Reliant Defense Posture (SRDP) program. Escudero said the SRDP will “have a huge impact on the economy because not only will it create new jobs but […]
Civil Service Commission (CSC) head Karlo Nograles on Monday formally resigned from the CSC as he intimated plans to seek public office in his hometown of Davao City. In a letter addressed to President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr., dated October 7, 2024, Nograles expressed gratitude “for the opportunity to serve alongside such dedicated public servants,” and […]
The National Electrification Administration (NEA) and Philippine Rural Electric Cooperatives Association, Inc. (Philreca) activated Task Force Kapatid (TFK) over the weekend to aid in the rehabilitation efforts of calamity-hit Batanes Electric Cooperative, Inc. (BATANELCO). At least 17 linemen and two engineers from the NEA Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Department (DRRMD) were deployed Saturday morning, […]