The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) expressed deep sorrow over the passing of former Undersecretary Maria Catalina “Cathy” Cabral, who served the agency for more than four decades, on Friday, Dec. 19. She was 63. In a statement, the DPWH extended its condolences to Cabral’s...
A group of teachers has urged the Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) to release a P20,000 calamity aid to government workers, including public school teachers, affected by recent typhoons, flooding, and earthquakes. The Alliance of Concerned Teachers (ACT) Philippines, backed by the All...
The Department of Education (DepEd) on Thursday, December 18, said it has launched an investigation into an alleged case of child abuse involving a public school teacher in Tondo, Manila, reaffirming its strict zero-tolerance policy against violence or abuse toward learners. In a statement released...
The Department of Education (DepEd) on Wednesday, December 17, announced that it has promoted 16,000 public school teachers under its Expanded Career Progression (ECP) Program, with another 41,000 poised for advancement marking a major milestone in recognizing and rewarding educators’ service...
A teachers’ group on Wednesday, December 17, lauded the Department of Education (DepEd) for initiating meaningful reforms but emphasized that lasting improvements must be matched by real investments in teachers’ welfare. The Teachers’ Dignity Coalition (TDC), in a statement, acknowledged...
Senate Majority Leader Juan Miguel “Migz” Zubiri on Tuesday, Dec. 16, expressed full support for the Senate panel in the Bicameral Conference Committee (bicam) amid a reported deadlock over proposed cuts in the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) budget. In an interview, Zubiri...
The third day of bicameral conference committee deliberations on the proposed ₱6.793-trillion 2026 national budget was suspended on Monday, Dec. 15, amid a deadlock over the Department of Public Works and Highways’ (DPWH) budget. Senate Finance Committee Chair Sherwin Gatchalian said the...
Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Secretary Vince Dizon rejected speculation about a possible run in the 2028 elections, saying he will focus on fulfilling his duties. Dizon, who has served nearly 30 years in government, said he plans to return to the private sector after his term...
There is only one right reason to enter politics—to serve, President Marcos said. "I think you 're well-guided so long as you enter politics for the right reason. And there 's only one right reason: To serve," Marcos said when asked what piece of advice he can give to aspiring public...
The Department of Education (DepEd) on Friday, December 12, announced the unveiling of the first fully air-conditioned public school building in San Pedro City, marking a key milestone in the Marcos administration’s drive to modernize basic education infrastructure across the country. DepEd...
With the annual Congress holiday break just around the corner, it seems that several individuals who were cited in contempt during previous hearings could remain in detention at the Senate during Christmas and the New Year--perhaps even longer. This was according to Senate President Vicente "Tito"...
SM Investments Corp. (SMIC) Chairman Emeritus Jose T. Sio has been named an honorary life member of the Philippine Institute of Certified Accountants (PICPA), the accredited professional organization of certified public accountants (CPAs). The organization recognized Sio for “over 20 years of...
