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There were no jackpot winners for the Grand Lotto 6/55 and Mega Lotto 6/45 in the evening draw of the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) on Monday, Nov. 28.

United Nations Special Rapporteur (UNSR) on the Sale and Sexual Exploitation of Children Mama Fatima Singhateh visited the House of Representatives on Monday afternoon, Nov. 28.

The Department of Health (DOH) reported on Monday, Nov. 28, a total of 8,032 new Covid-19 cases during the past week.

The House Committee on Ways and Means began on Monday, Nov. 28 the initial deliberations on measures seeking to amend Republic Act (RA) No.10863 or the Customs Modernization and Tariff Act (CMTA).

Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) Secretary Enrique Manalo believes that “the success of the Philippines is the success of the United Nations (UN).”

A group led by Israel Ambassador to the Philippines Ilan Fluss visited the Senate on Monday, November 28 as they graced the opening of a photo exhibit entitled “Bridging Innovation Between Israel and the Philippines” which showcases the various projects of Israel in the Philippines.

A House bill (HB) seeking to promote the country’s indigenous writing systems was unanimously approved on third and final reading Monday afternoon, Nov. 28.

Senator Robinhood “Robin” C. Padilla on Monday, November 28 said fake news, especially if it is used to malign or extort, should be punished and not “protected” under the provisions of the Philippine Constitution on the right to freedom of the press and of freedom of expression.

Clear skies with a chance of rain showers or thunderstorms may persist over most of the country on Tuesday, Nov. 29, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA).

Gabriela Women’s Party-list Rep. Arlene Brosas on Monday, Nov. 28, asked the Marcos administration to ratify and enforce the International Labor Organization’s (ILO) Convention 190 (C190), which recognizes the right of everyone to a violent-free workplace, including gender-based violence and harassment.

The Supreme Court (SC) has ruled that “all disputes, claims, and controversies, solely between or among executive agencies, including disputes on tax assessments, must perforce be submitted to administrative settlement by the Secretary of Justice or the Solicitor General, as the case may be.”

Individuals who wish to benefit from the Department of Information and Communications Technology’s (DICT) free activities may join the department’s digital literacy training in December.

The Deaprtment of Human Settlements and Urban Development (DHSUD) should identify all idle lands in the country’s urban centers that can host on-site, in-city and near-city resettlement and community development.

The Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA) said it would support the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) in its efforts to help local government units (LGUs) streamline their processes.

The House of Representatives unanimously approved on third and final reading Monday afternoon, Nov. 28 a measure that seeks to expand the elements of game-fixing and provides stiffer penalties for such offenses in professional and amateur sports contests.

House Speaker Martin Romualdez has filed a bill pushing for the creation of a sovereign wealth fund (SWFs) that will improve investment opportunities for Filipinos.

A bill seeking to strengthen the anti-discrimination provisions under the Labor Code of the Philippines that were instituted to safeguard women employees was unanimously passed by the lower chamber on third and final reading Monday afternoon, Nov. 28.

A survey conducted by the OCTA Research Group showed that a huge majority of Filipinos thinks the country is heading toward the right direction despite the challenges brought about by inflation, the continuing Covid-19 pandemic, and the effects of the Russia-Ukraine war.