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The hunger situation in the country has reportedly worsened, with 27.2% of Filipino families reporting that they experienced involuntary hunger at least once in the past three months, based on the latest survey by the Social Weather Stations (SWS). This figure, the highest since the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, points to what […]
Senate Committee on Public Services Chairperson Senator Raffy Tulfo conducted an ocular inspection of the Mactan Cebu International Airport (MCIA) following an alleged “tanim bala” (malicious planting of a bullet inside a luggage) incident at the airport recently. Tulfo personally spoke with MCIA General Manager and CEO Julius Neri Jr. to clarify the said allegation […]
Senator Cynthia Villar underscored the importance of strengthening the local food industry, supporting farmers, and ensuring food security as she joined the 17th Philippine Food Expo, hosted by the Philippine Food Processors and Exporters Organization (PhilFoodEx) and Spencer Food Corporation. The event, which gathered micro, small, medium, and large-scale food manufacturers, exporters, and allied industries, […]
Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte has issued updated localized guidelines for class suspensions in response to inclement weather, extreme heat, earthquakes, and poor air quality. Outlined in Memorandum Circular No. 3, Series of 2025, these protocols align with the Department of Education Order No. 022, Series of 2024, and are designed to provide clear, data-driven […]
To enhance our food security while encouraging youths to be farmers, former Senator and 2025 senatorial candidate Ping Lacson is eyeing a scholarship program for deserving students – especially children of farmers – who want to join the agriculture sector. Lacson said that such a program similar to the “Doktor Para sa Bayan Act” – […]
Senator Bong Go renewed his appeal for the timely passage of the proposed legislated wage hike bill, which was already approved by the Senate on third and final reading last year. Go expressed concern that further delays–particularly the lack of urgent certification from Malacañang–might hinder progress on a long-standing effort to support Filipino workers. With […]
The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) laid out its traffic management and deployment plan to ensure the safety and convenience of the motorists and commuters during the observance of Holy Week. MMDA Chairman Don Artes said the agency will implement full deployment of personnel and assets for this year’s Semana Santa with a total of 2,542 […]
In celebration of Filipino Food Month, Senator Loren Legarda underscored the country’s rich culinary heritage, highlighting its deep connection to history and national identity. “As an archipelago, our country has nurtured countless stories that are passed down through generations by means of food. Meals are more than sustenance–they are opportunities to create and share memories, […]
Senate Committee on Migrant Workers Chairperson Senator Raffy Tulfo expressed concern over the situation of Filipinos in Taiwan amid the escalating tensions between Taiwan and China due to Beijing’s military drills. As such, Tulfo immediately contacted Cheloy Garafil, the Chairperson and Resident Representative of the Manila Economic & Cultural Office (MECO) in Taiwan, to inquire […]
On World Health Day, Marikina 1st District congressional candidate and incumbent Senator Koko Pimentel III emphasized the critical importance of strengthening public health initiatives to ensure that all Filipinos have access to quality healthcare services. “Ang kalusugan ay isang pangunahing karapatan, at napakahalaga na tiyakin nating walang Pilipino ang maiiwan pagdating sa kanilang kalusugan at […]