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The House of Representatives’ Committee on Foreign Affairs and Committee on Overseas Workers Affairs convened a joint hearing to assess the impact of the escalating conflict in the Middle East on Filipinos in the region and to oversee the Philippine Government’s crisis response efforts. The hearing was led by Committee on Foreign Affairs Chairperson Representative […]
While rice prices in Cebu have surged to record highs—some varieties now selling for more than ₱70 per kilogram due to limited supply, rising fuel costs, and recent natural disasters, Bohol continues to demonstrate stability through its Bol-anon Rice Program, offering rice at an affordable ₱36 per kilo.According to Governor Erico Aris Aumentado the program […]
The Department of Agriculture cracked down on underperforming contractors and suppliers in 2025, imposing roughly P81 million in penalties for delayed deliveries of farm inputs and slow implementation of government funded projects that disrupted key agricultural programs. The sanctions were compiled by the agency’s regional field offices following a directive issued recently by Agriculture Secretary […]
Senator Kiko Pangilinan said that creating a Joint Congressional Commission on Justice System Reform will not only bring about much-needed reforms in the country’s judiciary system, but also provide equal opportunities and access to justice to Filipinos from all walks of life. In his opening statement during the Senate Committee on Justice and Human Rights […]
Senator Bong Go, an adopted son of Romblon, attended the 1st Philippine Councilor League (PCL) Romblon Chapter Convention 2026 held at the Diamond Hotel Manila and commended local legislators for going beyond their lawmaking duties and taking a more active role in delivering services directly to their constituents. Go underscored the importance of engaging with […]
Senator Chiz Escudero called for the strict and full enforcement of the law against fuel hoarding and profiteering to safeguard Filipino families from opportunists seeking to exploit the ongoing Middle East crisis. Escudero said that while global instability continues to drive uncertainty in oil prices, local profiteers must not be allowed to exploit the crisis […]
As Bulacan experiences rapid industrial and economic growth alongside rising youth-related concerns such as early pregnancy, substance abuse, HIV/AIDS, and Children in Conflict with the Law (CICL), the Provincial Government of Bulacan, through the recommendation of the Panlalawigang Komisyon para sa Kababaihan ng Bulacan (PKKB), is intensifying its efforts through the Understanding and Loving Interactions […]
Eastern Samar Lone District Representative Christopher Sheen Gonzales is pushing for the passage of a measure highlighting Ferdinand Magellan’s landing on Homonhon Island on March 17, 1521 — a pivotal event in Philippine history. Gonzales is proposing that March 17 of every year be officially recognized as “Homonhon Landing Day” to honor the milestone and […]
Senator Bong Go reiterated the importance of technical-vocational education to increase the prospects of graduates for employment, rise from their current condition, and contribute to communities. In his message during the graduation ceremony of scholars from Greenhand Integrated Farm in Basey, Samar, Go said, “Sa pamamagitan ng TESDA (Technical Education and Skills Development Authority) at […]
Senator Kiko Pangilinan filed a bill that would authorize the President to temporarily suspend excise taxes on petroleum products during periods of global crisis, aiming to cushion Filipino consumers and businesses from sudden spikes in fuel prices amid the Middle East conflict. Senate Bill No. 1940 aims to give the President the power to suspend […]