The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said that Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, and Oman have been helping the Philippines negotiate for the safe release of the Filipino seafarers being held hostage by Houthi forces in Yemen. Undersecretary Eduardo De Vega said in a recent interview with ABS-CBN News...
Senate President Francis “Chiz” G. Escudero on Monday, August 4 filed a bill seeking to disqualify public officials and their relatives, up to fourth civil degree, from entering into government contracts. In filing Senate Bill No. 783, Escudero said he is confident this will sharpen the...
One of the most talked about topics from the recent State of the Nation Address (SONA) of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. was the expanded rollout of no-balance billing in Department of Health (DOH) hospitals as part of universal healthcare. There was a lot of discussion on mainstream and social...
Malacañang disclosed that the Department of Agriculture (DA) has recommended to increase tariffs on imported rice and to temporarily halt rice importation. Presidential Communications Office (PCO) Secretary Dave Gomez said this on Monday, Aug. 4, saying it aims to protect Filipino farmers. He...
President Marcos said his state visit to India will focus on securing investments and partnerships in information technology, pharmaceuticals, agriculture, and food security, as the Philippines seeks stronger ties with the world’s fourth-largest economy. “I want this visit to bring concrete...
Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Secretary Manuel Bonoan on Monday, Aug. 4, expressed readiness to step aside to allow an impartial audit of the agency’s flood control projects, following President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s directive in his recent State of the Nation Address. Bonoan...
The Social Security System (SSS) has unveiled a strategic three-year plan to enhance core member benefits, signaling renewed commitment to the welfare of millions of Filipino workers and their families. With retirement and disability benefits set to increase by 10 percent, and death and...
PEACE BY PEACE In his fourth State of the Nation Address (SONA) on July 28, 2025, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. underscored, “Ang kapayapaan ang pundasyon ng Bagong Pilipinas, kaya’t patuloy natin itong pinapagtibay kasabay ng ating pag-unlad.” The President made this declaration in the...
BARRACKS AND STRATEGY The change of command is more than just a formality in military tradition; it is the solemn transfer of authority and duty. It shows the institution 's resilient capability, mission clarity, and continuing service. The Philippine Army marked this historic event on July...
In the President’s recent State of the Nation Address (SONA), grand promises resonated loudly. Yet, even at this early stage, hints from his appointed officials within key agencies suggest these ambitious goals could quickly unravel, potentially leaving Filipino consumers more frustrated than...
Over half a trillion pesos in total payments were slashed during the first six months of 2025, with domestic lenders receiving nearly ₱600 billion less in principal payments compared to what they had received from the Marcos administration in 2024. Data from the Bureau of the Treasury (BTr)...
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) said that it now accepts GCash payments for applications related to minors’ travel clearances and various social welfare permits, enhancing convenience and accessibility for the public. “Dinagdag natin ang GCash para mas mapadali at...
