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Many people no longer know how to recognize enough. A salary increase arrives— and within weeks, it feels normal. A long-awaited goal is achieved— and the mind immediately moves to the next target. A problem gets solved— yet the relief never seems to last. For many Filipinos, life quietly becomes a cycle of: “Kapag nakuha […]
Following reports that at least four transnational drug-trafficking networks are allegedly linked to illegal drug activities in the Philippines, House Committee on Dangerous Drugs Chairman and Las Piñas Representative Mark Anthony Santos has filed a bill seeking to strengthen the government’s legal arsenal against major international drug syndicates. House Bill No. 11751, or the proposed […]
A vibrant celebration of Laguna’s culinary richness and cultural heritage unfolded at Ted’s Kitchen, featuring a fine display of delicacies and locally crafted goods from towns across the province. Known as “Sa Pantalan: Biyaheng Pangkatagalugan” — also officially recognized as the Laguna Food and Heritage Festival — this year’s gathering carried the theme: “Sustaining and […]
The Department of Agriculture (DA) has welcomed a $34.1-million grant from the United States to develop the Philippines’ ube industry, complementing a separate P300-million government initiative to expand production as global demand for the purple yam grows. The five-year US-funded program is expected to benefit more than 12,500 Filipino farmers and strengthen the country’s participation […]
The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) conducted an inspection and random drug testing of bus drivers at the Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange (PITX), ahead of the long weekend for the observance of Undas 2026. Led by MMDA Chairman Atty. Don Artes, the inspection was conducted in coordination with representatives from the Land Transportation Office (LTO), […]
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has taken the initial steps to begin the development of the Flood Mitigation Master Plan for Tarlac to alleviate severe flooding in the province. DPWH is conducting the project together with various representatives of the national, local, and provincial governments. According to Secretary Vince Dizon, President Ferdinand […]
The Senate is considering cutting some P2 billion from its proposed 2027 budget in the National Expenditure Program (NEP) to set an example of fiscal discipline for the House of Representatives, particularly in the wake of the Supreme Court’s ruling striking down certain provisions of the 2024 and 2025 budgets as unconstitutional, Senator Ping Lacson […]
It is an injustice for Filipino consumers to be burdened with bloated electricity bills due to bill deposits—and to be kept in the dark about them. This was the statement of Senate Committee on Energy Chairman Senator Erwin Tulfo as he heeded the resounding complaints of consumers shocked by skyrocketing electric bills attributed to bill […]
Senator Bong Go personally visited San Isidro, Davao Oriental to extend financial assistance and other forms of support to persons with disabilities (PWDs), reaffirming his commitment to promoting their welfare, improving access to essential services, and addressing the challenges faced by vulnerable sectors. During the activity, Go extended assistance to 530 PWD beneficiaries, providing financial […]
Education Secretary Sonny Angara urged stronger collaboration among families, schools, government, and tech companies to protect young Filipinos online, during the launch of the “Digital Dialogue In Real Life: Safety Starts with Conversation” interactive exhibit. Addressing stakeholders, educators, and tech representatives, Angara stressed that children and teenagers cannot be expected to carry the entire burden […]