Senators on Friday, May 9 expressed elation at the election of Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost as the new Bishop of Rome and shepherd of the Roman Catholic Church. “The historic ascension of Cardinal Prevost as the 267th Pope marks a new chapter for the Church, offering hope and optimism to...
Senator Loren Legarda on Thursday, May 8 said she is confident the signing into law of the measure improving the retirement benefits of officials and employees of the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) will help strengthen the foundations of Philippine diplomacy. Legarda pointed this out as she...
As the country commemorates Labor Day, senators on Thursday, May 1 pressed for higher wages for workers amid the soaring prices of goods and services. Senator Juan Miguel “Migz” Zubiri reaffirmed his full commitment to push for a daily minimum wage increase whether the P100...
Senators on Monday, April 28 called for a thorough investigation into the tragic incident in Vancouver, Canada. Senate Minority Leader Aquilino "Koko" Pimentel III said it is imperative to conduct a thorough investigation into the matter to ensure justice is served, “with hopes of...
As the world faces a worsening climate crisis, observing Earth Day every single day is now a necessity, Senator Loren Legarda said. “Earth Day should not be observed only once a year. It must be a daily reminder of our shared responsibility to protect and preserve our environment,”...
Senator Loren Legarda has filed a resolution seeking a Senate inquiry into the reported killings and acts of violence against Non-Moro Indigenous Peoples (NMIPs) in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM). Legarda initiated the move following the brutal killing of...
ILOILO CITY – Antique Gov. Rhodora “Dodod” Cadiao urged voters in the province to vote for their own. ANTIQUE Gov. Rhodora ‘Dodod’ Cadiao (center) leads the grand rally of Partido Tumandok in her hometown of Culasi. With her are gubernatorial candidate Jonathan Tan and vice...
ILOILO CITY – Sen. Loren Legarda has joined the campaign for the reelection of her brother Antique Rep. Antonio Agapito “AA” Legarda. SEN. Loren Legarda campaigns for the reelection of Antique Rep. AA Legarda in Patnongon town on Friday, March 28. (Sen. Legarda Facebook page) The lady...
Senator Loren Legarda has reaffirmed her commitment to marine conservation, sustainable development, and women’s empowerment in a recent discussion on the significance of the “Blue Economy” in Makati City. Legarda was guest during the “Blue Horizons – Accelerating the...
Senator Loren Legarda called on the international community to reinforce its commitment to multilateralism, as the United Nations (UN) marked eight decades of fostering global unity. She emphasized that climate action, disaster resilience, and sustainability must remain at the heart of global...
“This year is an opportunity to accelerate progress.” Senator Loren Legarda said this as the nation celebrates National Women’s Month as she calls on all sectors of society, both public and private, to commit to lasting change and decisive action to ensure every Filipino women can...
More than 60,000 constituents of Batangas have expressed their support for the senatorial candidates of the Marcos administration. Sen. Loren Legarda (center), her son, businessman Leandro Legarda Leviste, have expressed their support for administration senatorial candidates during a public...