Senate President Juan Miguel "Migz" Zubiri is unfazed by the rumors of a current plot to replace him as the Senate leader, saying that he leaves "it to the wisdom of my majority." "I am extremely honored to serve at the pleasure of my colleagues. Ganon na lang naman yan. (It's just like that) I...
Senators on Monday, February 19 disproved rumors of a current plot to replace Senate President Juan Miguel "Migz" Zubiri, and that it will be a challenge for one to succeed. In an interview, Zubiri said that he is extremely honored to serve at the pleasure of his colleagues. He mentioned, however,...
Speaking before alumni of the Philippine Military Academy (PMA), Senate President Juan Miguel Zubiri says that he is hoping that they stand with the Senate in protecting the 1987 Constitution. (Photo from the Office of Senate President Juan Miguel Zubiri) "I am hopeful that our men and women of the...
Senator Risa Hontiveros disclosed on Thursday, Feb. 15, that her request to issue a subpoena against Pastor Apollo Quiboloy has yet to be signed by the Senate leadership, as witnesses against the religious leader have been the target of threats. Sen. Risa Hontiveros said the Kapihan sa Senado forum...
The Senate approved on Wednesday, Feb. 14 on second reading a bill proposing an increase of P100 in the daily minimum wage for private sector workers in the entire country, which is estimated to benefit over 4.2 million minimum wage earners. Once enacted, Senate Bill (SB) No. 2534 or the P100 Daily...
Feb. 14, Valentine's Day--also was the 100th birthday of Chief Presidential Legal Counsel Juan Ponce Enrile--paved the way for Senate President Juan Miguel "Migz" Zubiri and House Speaker Martin Romualdez to meet in the presence of President Marcos. From left: Sen. Ramon "Bong" Revilla, Jr. Special...
OF TREES AND FOREST I consider myself lucky because at a very young age I learned about entrepreneurship, financial management, and basic skills of running a business from my mother. Those times when I helped her sell shrimps and fish were my first lessons in financial literacy. That tiny stall we...
Sen. Robinhood Padilla hailed the release of Mohammad Maca-Antal Said, an elderly Muslim who was arrested last year over a case of mistaken identity and was detained for 176 days. Sen. Joseph Victor “JV” Ejercito (from left), Senate President Juan Miguel “Migz” F. Zubiri, Sen. Robin...
A bill proposing an increase of P100 in the daily minimum wage for private sector workers in the entire country, which is estimated to benefit over 4.2 million minimum wage earners is up for plenary deliberations in the Senate. Sen. Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada sponsors Senate Bill No. (SBN) 2534 which...
OF TREES AND FORESTS I remember the first time I stepped into an escalator. It was fascinating and also quite frightening. It was a new experience and many among us were afraid of getting hurt by this technology that makes mobility easier. The same thing with the elevator. The first time I rode one...
Senators on Monday, Feb. 5 were baffled by the resolution adopted by the lower chamber on Monday afternoon, Feb. 5, defending Speaker Martin Romualdez from what congressmen called "baseless accusations" from the Senate in connection with the recent push for People’s Initiative (PI). For...
Senate President Juan Miguel Zubiri said on Wednesday, Jan. 31, that the Senate's review of the economic provisions of the 1987 Constitution will begin next week. In an ambush interview, Zubiri said that they will create on Wednesday a subcommittee on constitutional amendments that will be headed...
