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Senator Alan Peter Cayetano called for a clear, fact-based, and transparent resolution to the ongoing dispute involving the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), Blue Star Construction and Development Corp. (BSCDC), and the Masungi Georeserve Foundation, Inc. (MGFI). Leading the Senate Blue Ribbon Committee’s motu proprio hearing, Cayetano stressed the need to examine the […]
Senator Migz Zubiri hailed the signing of the Department of Economy, Planning, and Development (DEPDev) Act into law, calling it a “historic reform” that will redefine how the country plans and executes its national development goals. “Today we start a new era of development planning. The signing of the DEPDev Act marks the beginning of a […]
Senator Bong Go, Chairperson of the Senate Committee on Health and Demography, reaffirmed his commitment to bringing accessible and quality healthcare services closer to the grassroots during the inauguration of a Super Health Center in President Roxas, Capiz recently. The newly inaugurated Super Health Center in President Roxas is one of 12 Super Health Centers […]
Recognizing the role of public health in attaining real and inclusive progress in Davao City, mayoralty candidate Karlo Nograles outlines his plan to create an effective local health system that ensures easy and affordable access to health and medical services especially for the poor. “As of now, Davao is a large city where healthcare is […]
Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa has reminded the Philippine National Police to focus on their duty to protect the people and address the recent spate of kidnappings, instead of implementing orders that are politically motivated. Dela Rosa warned that if these crimes are left unaddressed, it will not only tarnish the image of the Philippines, […]
The Iloilo City Government has officially turned over a brand-new armored vehicle to the Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) unit of the Iloilo City Police Office (ICPO). “This significant addition to our law enforcement capabilities highlights the strong collaboration between the local government and the private sector in upholding the safety and security of our […]
Senator Win Gatchalian is seeking the full and effective implementation of the Parent Effective Service Program (PES) Act, or Republic Act No. 11908, to help curb the incidence of bullying in schools. Gatchalian made this call during a hearing on recent incidents of bullying and violence in schools. The veteran legislator called on the Department […]
Senator Alan Peter Cayetano called for a sincere reassessment of the Philippines’ position on the International Criminal Court (ICC), emphasizing that domestic courts – particularly the Supreme Court – should first handle key legal issues to ensure that accountability remains within the country before irreversible international actions are taken. “Please consider this carefully. Kung mag-issue […]
After inspecting bus terminals recently as the Senate Chairperson of the Committee on Public Services, Senator Raffy Tulfo conducted a random surprise inspection at the motorpool of various bus companies in Metro Manila. Tulfo was accompanied by personnel of the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB), Land Transportation Office (LTO) and the Technical Education […]
Before making public any “updates” on their investigation into kidnapping cases, the Philippine National Police may need to be sensitive and think about the kidnap victims’ families first. This was the reminder of former Senator and PNP chief and 2025 senatorial candidate Ping Lacson, as he said there is no gain in prematurely sharing information […]