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ESCUDERO WANTS REVIEW OF PIGO OPERATIONS

Senate President Chiz Escudero wants a cost-benefit analysis of the Philippine Inland Gaming Operators (PIGOs) licenses issued by the Philippine Amusement Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) to see if these online gaming operations easily accessible to many Filipinos are worth continuing. According to Escudero, the operation of PIGOs have gone unnoticed amid all the controversies surrounding the […]

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TULFO VISITS OFW BAHAY KALINGA IN SAUDI ARABIA

While Congress is in recess, Committee on Migrant Workers Chairperson Senator Raffy Tulfo conducted an ocular inspection at the Migrant Workers Office (MWO) office and embassy shelter known as “Bahay Kalinga 2” in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Tulfo was welcomed by Labor Attache Antonio Mutuc Jr. along with the entire MWO staff. The legislator praised the […]

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DOST CALL TO REVIVE FILIPINO SHOE INDUSTRY LAUDED

Senate Minority Leader Koko Pimentel lauded the Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Textile Research Institute (DOST-PTRI) for its recent call for local designers to develop innovative Filipino footwear, emphasizing the initiative’s potential to revive the struggling Marikina shoe industry. The DOST-PTRI’s 10th Filipino Footwear Design Competition, launched as part of Philippine Tropical Fabrics Month, aims […]

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DOT: ECO-TOURISM CENTER TO RISE IN SANTIAGO CITY

Santiago City Mayor Sheena Tan conveyed her gratitude to the Department of Tourism (DOT) as Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco graced the ceremony of the soon-to-rise eco-tourism center in Santiago City, Isabela as guest of honor. Tan emphasized that the center will serve as both a scenic attraction and a home for the city’s rich indigenous […]

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ABANTE WANTS PERMANENT BAN ON POGO OPERATIONS

House Committee on Human Rights Chair and Manila 6th District Representative Benny Abante called on his fellow legislators to pass pending legislation that would permanently ban Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs), warning that failure to do so would leave the door open for their eventual return.   “The President made the right decision in declaring […]

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APPOINTMENT PAPERS OF DIZON, RUIZ, NOW WITH CA

The congressional Commission on Appointments (CA) has received the appointment papers of newly designated Transportation Secretary Vivencio “Vince” Dizon. “We have already received Secretary Dizon’s papers, as well as those of newly appointed Presidential Communications Office (PCO) Secretary Jaybee Ruiz,” CA Assistant Minority Leader and Surigao del Sur Rep. Johnny Pimentel announced in a statement […]

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ULAP URGES LOCAL GOV’T UNITS: PURCHASE NFA RICE

Union of Local Authorities of the Philippines (ULAP) president and Quirino Governor Dax Cua called on his fellow local leaders to take advantage of the cheaper rice stock from the National Food Authority (NFA) for their constituents. “This is an opportunity for us to provide immediate and much-needed relief to our constituents amid the high […]

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QC DISTRICT 1 WARRIORS BAGS TOKAI FIL GAMES WIN

The Quezon City District 1 Warriors last weekend claimed the 2025 Tokai Fil Basketball Invitational Games championship, defeating Nagoya Gakuin University, 70-56, at the Nagoya Gakuin University gym in Japan, a victory QC First District Rep. Juan Carlos “Arjo” Atayde said showcased the heart and determination of the Filipino athlete. The team, personally backed by […]

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SENATE FORMS IMPEACHMENT TRIAL ADMIN SUPPORT GROUP

Senate President Chiz Escudero has signed Special Order No. 2025-015 (OSP) Series of 2025 for the establishment of an administrative support group that will assist the Senate when it convenes as an Impeachment Court for the trial of Vice President Sara Duterte. “This Special Order is vital to ensure that the Senate, in its role […]

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PIMENTEL TO POLL BETS: JOIN PUBLIC FORUMS

Senate Minority Leader Koko Pimentel underscored the importance of public forum and town hall meetings in enhancing political discourse and urged his fellow candidates in Marikina to join public discussions on the city’s problems and solutions. Pimentel expressed his disappointment over the absence of some candidates at the Marikina Candidates Forum hosted by Rappler recently. […]