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SPEAKER DY JOINS CAUAYAN CITY’S 25TH ANNIVERSARY

Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III said that as Cauayan City marks 25 years of remarkable progress, the same unity and compassion that transformed it into a thriving city will be vital in helping the nation confront the challenges brought about by the Middle East crisis. Speaking before local leaders and stakeholders, Dy underscored that in […]

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LAGUNA FREE MEDS PROGRAM REACHES 200K RESIDENTS

The Provincial Government of Laguna continues to expand its healthcare program as nearly 200,000 residents receive free maintenance medicines every month through the Akay ni Gob Botika initiative.  Led by Governor Sol Aragones, the program now operates across all 24 municipalities and six cities in the province, ensuring wider and more equitable access to essential […]

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LACSON LAUDS DFA CHIEF FOR HORMUZ SAFE PASSAGE

Senate President Pro Tempore Ping Lacson lauded Department of Foreign Affairs Secretary Ma. Theresa Lazaro for ensuring through quiet diplomacy the safe passage of Philippine-flagged vessels, energy shipments and Filipino seafarers through the Strait of Hormuz. Lacson underscored the deal’s importance as he noted that the route is used by vessels that deliver 80 to […]

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BONG GO BATS FOR RESPONSIVE FUEL RELIEF MECHANISMS

Senator Bong Go, a co-author and co-sponsor of Republic Act No. 12316, underscored the need for more responsive fuel relief mechanisms while raising concerns from farmers and fisherfolk who have reportedly been left out of existing fuel subsidy programs that largely cover the transport sector. Go noted that rising fuel costs directly affect food production […]

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PANGILINAN WANTS JAIL TIME FOR CRISIS PROFITEERS

As the war in the Middle East drives up fuel and food prices, and as Filipinos observed Holy Week, Senator Kiko Pangilinan warned traders and retailers against exploiting the crisis, stressing that price gougers and hoarders face criminal charges. Pangilinan said the season, honoring the solemn remembrance of Christ’s sacrifice, should guide us toward compassion, […]

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PROGRAM TO GROW, MARKET UBE GETS CAMSUR GOV’T OK

The provincial government of Camarines Sur (CamSur) is embarking on a premier value chain program from the commercial production to the export of priority crop purple yam or “ube,”  cashing-in on the domestic and international sale of this tuber that has an ever-growing market here in Asia as well as in the United States (US), Europe […]

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NEGROS OCCIDENTAL GOV’T HONORS WOMEN LEADERS

Women provincial board members, Capitol department and office heads, and chiefs of hospitals of the Provincial Government of Negros Occidental were honored as part of the Women’s Month Culmination Activity held at the Provincial Capitol. The event recognized their invaluable contributions to public service, highlighting their leadership and dedication in advancing gender equality and inclusive […]

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LACTATION STATIONS IN BRGY HEALTH CENTERS PUSHED

In time for Women’s Month Celebration this year, Pampanga Rep. Carmelo “Pogi” Lazatin, Jr. filed House Bill No. 8811 which mandates the establishment of lactation (breastfeeding) stations in Rural Health Units (RHU) and Barangay Health Centers (BHC), and providing for human milk banks meeting standards by the Department of Health (DOH). Under HB 8811, lactation […]

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GATCHALIAN WANTS SOCIAL MEDIA BAN FOR MINORS

Following Indonesia’s enforcement of a social media ban for minors under 16, Senator Win Gatchalian reiterated his push for a similar prohibition in the Philippines.  Indonesia is the first country in Southeast Asia to enforce a social media ban for minors.  “Indonesia is the first country in Southeast Asia to enforce a social media ban […]

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BONG GO LAUDS BRGY EXECS’ ROLE IN PUBLIC SERVICE

Senator Bong Go reaffirmed his continued support for barangay officials and frontline workers, emphasizing their critical role in grassroots governance and public service during his speech at the 2nd Municipal Liga Congress – Lupon Chapter held at the Ritz Hotel at Garden Oases in Davao City. Go was joined by barangay officials from various areas, […]