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Bacolod City Mayor Albee Benitez recently led the official launching of the Bacolod Sunday Market and Kadiwa ng Pangulo (KNP). This was done in collaboration with the Department of Agriculture (DA) and with the support of the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), National Food Authority (NFA), Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), Department of […]
Senate Minority Leader Koko Pimentel is calling for a Senate investigation into the repeated incidents of bridge collapses in the country to hold contractors, government officials, and other responsible parties accountable. “The number of incidents of bridges collapsing across the country has reached an alarming level. These have resulted in fatalities, injuries, and significant economic […]
Senate President Chiz Escudero wants the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) to cancel and recall mining exploration permits that have remained unused, saying companies “have no business holding on to these permits” if they are unable to utilize the licenses granted under the Mining Act. In a press conference, Escudero said the failure of […]
Senator Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa is determined to refile his bill seeking to reimpose death penalty for high-level drug traffickers amid resurgence of heinous crimes in the country. “Kung sakaling papalarin, ipa-file ko pa rin ulit kagaya itong walang kamatayang death penalty for high-level drug traffickers. Hindi kasama dito ‘yung mga small-time na mga pusher […]
A candidate for congressman in Makati’s 2nd District is facing a disqualification case after public records revealed his alleged conviction for drug dealing and burglary in the United States. Gaudencio Babasa Jr. in October filed a petition before the Commission on Elections (Comelec) to cancel or deny due course to the certificate of candidacy (COC) […]
AGRI Party-list Rep. Manoy Wilbert Lee is advocating for doubling the maximum loanable amount under the Department of Agriculture’s (DA) Survival and Recovery (SURE) Assistance Program to help farmers and fisherfolk recover from the worsening impacts of natural disasters. Lee underscored that increasing the current cap of ₱25,000 to ₱50,000 should be studied as the […]
Senate President Chiz Escudero welcomed Senate Minority Leader Koko Pimentel’s willingness to lead the drafting of revised impeachment rules for the trial of Vice President Sara Duterte. This task, as recommended by Senate Majority Leader Francis Tolentino, will be undertaken through a special subcommittee as the chamber prepares ahead of the convening of the Impeachment […]
The Provincial History, Arts, Culture, and Tourism Office proudly presented ‘Bloodline: The Art of Family Bonds’, an art exhibition that delves into the profound connections of family through artistic expression, at the Guillermo Tolentino Exhibit Hall, Hiyas ng Bulacan Cultural Center, Provincial Capitol Compound in the City of Malolos. Featuring the collection of 42 blood-related […]
The Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM 2) commended the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) for the swift completion and signing of the Implementing Rules and Regulations of the Enterprise-Based Education and Training (EBET) Framework Act (Republic Act 12063) recently. The shift towards industry-led training has been one of the Commission’s priorities since […]
As the country celebrates National Women’s Month, Senator Loren Legarda calls on all sectors of society, both public and private, to turn commitments into lasting change and take decisive action to ensure that every Filipina can thrive in a society free from violence, discrimination, and systemic barriers. “This year is an opportunity to accelerate progress,” […]