The Las Piñas City Council has unanimously expressed support for the proposed Las Piñas City Safe Schools and Child Protection Ordinance of 2026, a measure aimed at strengthening student safety, child protection, mental health services, and violence prevention in all public and private schools in...
The Tarlac City government has intensified its campaign against counterfeit and illicit products with the creation of the Tarlac City Anti-Contraband Task Force, a multi-agency body tasked with strengthening enforcement against illicit tobacco cigarettes and other contraband goods while protecting...
Following a series of violent incidents involving learners on school campuses, the Department of Education (DepEd) has launched a comprehensive School Safety Campaign to strengthen learner protection and campus security measures nationwide. In a statement, DepEd said the campaign brings together...
The Philippine National Police (PNP) will be assisting in the conduct of cyber patrol intended to monitor video games and online applications that may expose minors to violent behavior and safety risks. PNP chief Gen. Jose Melencio C. Nartatez, Jr. said they will be working with the Cybercrime...
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) said it is investigating contractors involved in the reported earthballing of trees along Roxas Boulevard to determine whether environmental rules and permit conditions were violated. Recently, a social media video about the reported...
While the summer season is highly anticipated for much-awaited vacation trips and relaxation, the scorching heat hinders individuals from doing daily activities and having fun. Prolonged exposure to high temperatures can cause sweating, dehydration, and fatigue, leading to inefficient performance....
The Chinese Filipino Business Club, Inc. (CFBCI) met with Valenzuela City police and fire officials on Wednesday, April 22, to strengthen coordination on public safety, fire prevention, and community programs. During a courtesy call with Valenzuela police chief Col. Joseph Talento, discussions...
Measles-rubella (MR) cases in the country increased by 45 percent, the Department of Health (DOH) said on Tuesday, April 7. In a statement, the DOH said it recorded 1,627 MR cases from Jan. 4 to March 21, 2026, higher than the 1,121 cases logged during the same period last year. “This is 45...
Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Secretary Vince Dizon assured the public that all the unfinished infrastructure projects left by controversial contractors Sarah and Curlee Discaya in Metro Manila will be completed before any new projects are started. Under the Metro Manila 1st...
The Philippine government is eyeing restrictions on Roblox, placing child safety at the center of its online crackdown, after the Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC) urged telcos to prepare for a potential nationwide block. In a statement issued Wednesday, March 25, CICC said...
After 22 years, the Philippines is no longer included in the United Nations’ list of countries with grave child rights violations related to armed conflict. In a statement, the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) accredited the exclusion from the list to the strengthened implementation of Republic...
Senator Joseph Victor “JV” Ejercito on Friday, February 13 has called on Congress to fast track the passage of the bill that seeks to protect motor vehicle drivers involved in road accidents but have sufficient proof of their defensive driving. Ejercito made the call for the passage of Senate...
