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Negros Occidental Governor Bong Lacson called for systematic change and a rethinking of how people produce, consume, and manage plastics, in line with the 33rd Provincial Environment Month celebration themed “Ending Plastic Pollution”. Lacson delivered his message at the opening ceremony held at the Capitol Social Hall. “Plastic pollution is not merely a matter of […]
Amidst the staggering 500% increase in the total national HIV and AIDS cases as reported by the Department of Health, Quezon City remains at the forefront of the epidemic response, proving that committed local leadership, accessible services, and strong community involvement can make all the difference. From January to May 2025, Quezon City recorded 421 […]
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has nominated seven new Philippine ambassadors, according to Surigao del Sur Representative Johnny Pimentel, Assistant Minority Leader of the Commission on Appointments (CA). ”The President issued the nominations on June 2, and all were formally received by the Commission on the same day,” Pimentel announced. ”The President issued the nominations on […]
In celebration of World Environment Day, four-term Senator Loren Legarda urges the government and the private sector to go beyond rhetoric and fully implement the country’s environmental laws while integrating ecological sustainability into all development plans. Observed every June 5, World Environment Day serves as the United Nations’ principal platform for encouraging worldwide awareness and […]
Senator Alan Peter Cayetano welcomed the Senate’s adoption of a resolution creating a Cabinet Cluster that will bring together top officials of education and other concerned agencies to tackle the country’s learning crisis. The Senate adopted Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 21 which calls for the creation of a President’s Cabinet Cluster for Education, a key […]
Senator Robin Padilla condemned the continued inhumane treatment, including deliberate starvation, of Palestinian civilians in the occupied territories, even as he called for the unhindered entry of humanitarian aid for them. Padilla filed Senate Resolution 1366, where he also sought accountability for violations of international humanitarian law against these civilians. “It is pertinent that we, […]
Rep. Juan Carlos “Arjo” Atayde on Thursday formally took his oath as the representative of Quezon City’s First District before Supreme Court Associate Justice Samuel Gaerlan, as he reaffirmed his commitment to his constituents and vowed to carry forward the programs and reforms he began in his first term. “Ngayong araw ay pormal tayong nanumpa […]
The Senate adopted Senate Resolution No. 1361 commending and congratulating Pedro Taduran for successfully defending the International Boxing Federation (IBF) World Minimumweight Championship Title. The resolution was introduced by Senator Bong Go, a well-known sports enthusiast. “Our country is considered as a breeding ground for boxing talent.” “Our country is considered as a breeding ground […]
The Senate adopted a concurrent resolution urging President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to create a Cabinet Cluster for Education to ensure a cohesive and coherent implementation of education laws, policies, reforms and regulations in all government departments, bureaus, commissions and offices. Concurrent Resolution No. 21, authored by Senators Win Gatchalian, Alan Peter Cayetano, Joel Villanueva and […]
The Senate approved on the third reading, Senate Bill No. 2965, or An Act Granting Free Funeral Services To Poor Families, during the resumption of the Senate session. In Senator Mark Villar’s manifestation, he expressed his gratitude towards the approval of the law, stressing the long-standing need to make funeral services accessible to financially struggling […]