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BONG GO GIVES AID TO ORMOC CITY RESIDENTS

Senator Bong Go dispatched his Malasakit Team to extend additional support to struggling residents in Ormoc City, Leyte in coordination with Councilor Lalaine Marcos. Highlighting the significance of improving the quality of life for the poor, Go reiterated his dedication to boosting the health and welfare of Filipinos starting from the community level, to help […]

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CAYETANO WANTS REPRESENTATION FOR ‘EMBO’ BRGYS

“Sana makaboto ang tao, sana lahat may representative, sana maganda future natin.” Senator Alan Peter Cayetano advocated for the right of the EMBO barangays to vote for a representative in Congress, saying the residents there should not be left without a representative. “It’s so heartwarming to see all of you here together with one direction […]

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ESCUDERO-LED SENATE PASSES 12 KEY MEASURES

The Senate, under the leadership of Senate President Chiz Escudero, has passed several priority measures of the administration that will improve the investment climate of the country, strengthen the nation’s territorial and maritime claims, and improve the competitiveness of Filipinos. The Senate was able to act on 12 key measures, all in just a little […]

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CUA URGES GOV’T: PROCURE DENGUE VACCINES

Union of Local Authorities of the Philippines president and Quirino governor Dax Cua urged the government to procure a new dengue vaccine to help address the continued rise in dengue cases in the country. “We are facing an alarming rise in dengue cases already. It is high-time we procure the vaccines that could help prevent […]

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BONG GO SUPPORTS PH NAT’L KARATE TEAM

Though the 10th Southeast Asian Karate Federation Championships were held in Manila back in March 2023, the impact of the event continues to resonate. The event, which gathered over 280 athletes from Southeast Asia, was more than just a showcase of athletic prowess. It remains a testament to the role of sports in bringing people […]

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CAYETANO WANTS CORPORATION TO DEVELOP LAGUNA LAKE

Senator Alan Peter Cayetano called for the creation of a corporate entity that will develop Laguna Lake and unlock its full potential. Cayetano made his call as he sponsored Senate Bill No. 2647 which advocates for the strengthening of the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA), saying the Laguna Lake Development Authority (LLDA) should also […]

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MARK VILLAR: POGO BAN WON’T AFFECT BPO INDUSTRY

Senator Mark Villar led the inspection of Special Class BPOs located in Aseana. Villar was accompanied by Senator Win Gatchalian and PAGCOR Chairman Al Tengco. As the chairman of the Senate Games and Amusement Committee, the legislator looked into the operations of two SCBPOs in the gaming industry. “Ginagawa po natin ang inspection na ito […]

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GOV’T SETS UP P2.5M FOR MRT 3 REHAB, SAYS RILLO

The national government is set to spend another P2.56 billion to sustain the revitalization of the Metro Rail Transit Line 3 (MRT 3) and improve the commuting experience of passengers, Quezon City Representative Marvin Rillo said. “We have another P2.56 billion for the MRT 3 Rehabilitation Project in the 2025 National Expenditure Program. The sum […]

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BACOLOD CITY TREE PARK TO FEATURE GLAMPING AREA

Bacolod City Mayor Albee Benitez announced the construction of a glamping area and picnic grove as he recently unveiled the Bacolod City Tree Park, a legacy project for Bacolod City, during a blessing and groundbreaking in Brgy. Alangilan. “We have earmarked almost P50 million for the first phase. We still start with a few areas,” […]

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LEE RAISES ALARM ON SURGE OF AGRI SMUGGLING CASES

“Hindi pwedeng hanggang kaso lang. Dapat ipakulong yang mga salot na agri-smugglers!” This is what Cong. Wilbert “Manoy” T. Lee said as he raised the alarm over the surge of smuggled agricultural goods intercepted by Philippine authorities this year. As the principal author of the Anti-Agricultural Economic Sabotage Act, Lee expressed optimism that President Ferdinand […]