Senate President Pro Tempore Panfilo "Ping" Lacson proposed on Tuesday, Dec. 2, a provision in the 2026 budget barring any political involvement in cash aid distribution to prevent politicians from abusing the ayuda (cash aid) distribution. During the period of amendments for the 2026 budget bill,...
Manila Mayor Francisco "Isko Moreno" Domagoso apologized to Manileños over the lack of Christmas decors, particularly Christmas lanterns (parol) adorned across the streets in Manila on Monday, Nov. 24, as he explained he had to prioritize the allocation of funds for social aid and the payment of...
The Philippines is at the receiving end of millions worth of international aid for its relief and recovery operations after twin supertyphoons—Tino and Uwan—devastated cities and provinces across the country. The United States made the announcement of an additional $1.5 million (P87 million) in...
President Marcos assured residents of Negros Occidental that government support will be sustained and expanded in the aftermath of Typhoon Tino, telling survivors that the administration will ensure their “safe and swift recovery.” Marcos said this as he visited the typhoon victims in Negros...
Mandaluyong City Mayor Menchie Abalos on Wednesday, Nov. 12, could not hide her dismay following the discovery of forged documents containing the city 's official logo and template being used to scam people of their money. "Nakarating sa ating opisina ang walang pahintulot na paggamit ng ating...
Vice President Sara Duterte assured Negros Occidental and Cebu residents affected by Typhoon Tino that they will be provided relief aid by her office. Duterte led the distribution of aid to typhoon victims in seven areas of Negros Occidental on Tuesday, Nov. 11, before she proceeded to Cebu the...
The People’s Republic of China said it will donate $2.4 million in funds and emergency supplies to areas affected by recent typhoons that struck the Philippines. “In the spirit of humanity and friendship with the Philippine people, China has provided assistance in cash and emergency supplies to...
President Marcos assured the people of Cebu that the national government will remain on the ground to help families recover from the devastation brought by Typhoon Tino. Speaking after a situation briefing at the Cebu Provincial Capitol on Friday, Nov. 7, Marcos said the government’s priority is...
Manila Mayor Francisco "Isko Moreno" Domagoso on Wednesday, Nov. 5, approved the allocation of P1 million financial aid for the people of Cebu that were affected by Typhoon Tino, as he called on Manileños to also help in the ongoing relief efforts and pray for the province. Domagoso made the...
The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) on Tuesday, November 4, said it continues to provide life-saving humanitarian assistance to families and communities affected by Typhoon Tino (international name: Kalmaegi) — reaching thousands of people across several provinces as part of its nationwide emergency...
Makati City’s solo parents will receive a much-needed financial help as the city government recently passed an ordinance providing additional cash aid to them, Mayor Nancy Binay said. The newly approved City Ordinance No. 2025-A-026 or the “Makati Solo Parents Empowerment Program” calls for...
The Makati City government had passed two new ordinances paving the way for more financial and social aid for the city 's public school students and senior citizens, Makati City Mayor Nancy Binay said on Wednesday, Oct. 29. Binay said City Ordinance No. 2025-A-024 enables the city to provide...
