In view of geopolitical realities that are in flux, Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro emphasized the need for leveraging multilateral security cooperation upon his confirmation by the Commission on Appointments last week. He said: “The intensity of the need to focus on protecting our sovereignty...
An innovative educational assistance program launched by the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) last month will benefit more than just college students who need financial assistance for school expenses. Named “Tara, Basa!” (Let’s Read!), it is a tutoring program that will...
Quietly and without fanfare, the Senate passed on third and final reading last Sept. 11 Senate Bill No. 2200, or the Basic Education Mental Health and Well-Being Promotion Act. The measure was initially filed by Sen. Cristopher Go and principally sponsored by Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian....
When the below-target gross domestic product (GDP) increase of 4.3 percent for the second quarter of the year was announced by the National Statistician in mid-August, the administration’s economic team reassured Congress leaders – at the presentation of the proposed 2024 national budget –...
The aspiration to own a decent shelter is a shared dream among Filipinos. Many are willing to toil tirelessly, even overseas, to finally secure a home for their families. However, the stark reality is far from this ideal scenario. For some, they feel that they absolutely have no chance to cherish...
President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. joined other regional leaders at the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) summit last week and presided over the forging of three key agreements: a five-year rice trading agreement with Vietnam; the establishment of a Free Trade Agreement with South...
Today is Grandparents Day, a special day for Lolo and Lola, which is celebrated in many countries at different days of the year. Setting a day to honor grandparents reflects the universal feeling of love, honor and respect for elders. In the Filipino culture, grandparents are part of the...
The Pasig River holds a special place in the hearts of Filipinos. This waterway is steeped in historical significance that even Dr. Jose Rizal immortalized it in his novels, recognizing its vital role as a conduit for trade and commerce. Over the years, however, urbanization and pollution...
The barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) elections on Oct. 30, 2023 will be a vital political exercise for the country. After several postponements, the electorate will finally get the chance to elect new barangay and youth leaders who will lead them in the next two years — yes, the elected...
As public schools reopened last week, the Department of Education (DepEd) unveiled a redesigned Kindergarten to Grade 10 (K to 10) basic education curriculum that focuses on five learning competencies to strengthen the young learners’ foundational skills in Language, Reading and Literacy, Math,...
Micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) have been navigating turbulent waters in recent years. The lingering effects of the pandemic, coupled with present challenges like inflation, lack of access to credit, and geopolitical tensions, have tested their resilience. In these trying times, MSMEs...
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has shown anew his determination to grab the proverbial bull by the horns by issuing Executive Order No. 39 (EO 39) setting a mandatory price ceiling of ₱41 per kilogram of milled rice and ₱45 per kilogram of well-milled rice, effective tomorrow Sept. 5, 2023....
