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Union of Local Authorities of the Philippines president and Quirino Governor Dax Cua highlighted the role of local government units in reducing poverty in the country, as he called on the national government to treat LGUs as partners in development. During the Philippine Poverty Reduction Summit 2025 held recently, Cua said that LGUs should be […]
Akbayan Partylist has filed a measure strictly regulating online gambling platforms in the country to address reports of worsening gambling addiction particularly among the youth.“We cannot gamble away our youth’s future. Our children cannot become collateral in the jackpot dreams of gambling tycoons,” Akbayan Representative Chel Diokno added. Diokno together with Akbayan Representatives Perci Cendaña, Dadah Ismula […]
The Quezon City Government has become a leading choice for senior high school and college students for their on-the-job training (OJT), thanks to the Quezon City Internship Program launched in 2022. Since its inception, QCIP has attracted 1,950 student applicants, underscoring the city’s growing reputation as a dynamic training ground for future professionals. Quezon City […]
Senator Ping Lacson is heartened over the request of new Customs Commissioner Ariel Nepomuceno to help automate the bureau’s systems. Lacson, in an interview on One News recently, disclosed that Nepomuceno made the request in a meeting. “I’m glad he asked for help in automating the bureau’s systems.” “I met with BOC Commissioner Ariel Nepomuceno. […]
Senate President Chiz Escudero is pushing for the creation of a P20 billion trust fund under a law that will cover the comprehensive social benefits of all uniformed service personnel and their loved ones, in recognition of their sacrifices for providing security and keeping peace and order in the country. According to Escudero, efforts have […]
Senator Kiko Pangilinan is pushing the Department of Health (DOH) and its public hospitals to fully implement his landmark Sagip Saka Act that will allow them to purchase their food directly from local farmers and fisherfolk. Republic Act No. 11321, or the Sagip Saka Act, is a landmark law authored and passed by Pangilinan in […]
Senator Kiko Pangilinan called on the National Food Authority (NFA) and local government units (LGUs) to immediately buy palay and other produce directly from Filipino farmers at fair market prices, following reports that palay is now being bought at just ₱13 per kilo in some areas.“₱13 kada kilo ang palay? Eh nasa ₱14–₱15 ang gastos […]
A bill by Senator Ping Lacson seeks to ensure the government will keep running even in case of a disaster or “exceptional circumstances” where the President and his/her constitutional successors are killed or disabled. Lacson’s proposed “Presidential Succession Act” extends the list of succession beyond the Vice President, Senate President and House Speaker, the current […]
Senator Alan Peter Cayetano filed a resolution urging the Philippine government to advocate before the International Criminal Court (ICC) for the interim release of former President Rodrigo Duterte, proposing that he be placed under a form of house arrest while awaiting trial. Duterte has been in ICC custody for four months, following his arrest by […]
A day before the 13th death anniversary of Rodolfo “Dolphy” Quizon, Sr., a Manileño, Manila Representative Joel Chua filed House Resolution 41 seeking the nomination of the beloved “Philippines’ King of Comedy” for National Artist. Chua’s resolution cited Dolphy’s multitudes of achievements, awards, and legacy. The veteran legislator was particular about following the nomination process […]