Author: Gregorio Rosales
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DSWD Prepares Over 1.4 Million Food Packs for Families Impacted by Mt. Kanlaon Activity
COMMUNITY SUPPORT. At the Department of Social Welfare and Development’s National Resource Operations Center in Pasay City, volunteers are busy assembling boxes to be packed with food for disaster victims. This center, previously known as the Villamor Air Base Relief Operations Center, is a hub for storing donations and relief supplies. (Photo by Joan Bondoc/PNA)…
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President Marcos Encourages Filipinos to Emulate Virgin Mary’s Compassion and Humility
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has called on Filipinos to honor the Feast of the Immaculate Conception by following the example of the Virgin Mary, who exemplified service with compassion and integrity. Speaking on the significance of December 8, Marcos highlighted the day’s importance in recognizing the Virgin Mary’s pivotal role in the life of…
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Cordillera Region Approves P40 Daily Wage Increase for Minimum Wage Earners
The Regional Tripartite Wages and Productivity Board (RTWPB) in the Cordillera Administrative Region has given the green light to a P40 daily wage increase for minimum wage workers and a P1,100 monthly raise for household workers. This decision was formalized in Wage Order CAR-23 and CAR-DW-06, both dated November 13, 2024, and was shared on…
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DOLE Spearheads Family Welfare Program in Cavite Workplaces
In a significant move to enhance employee well-being, the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) in Cavite has initiated a program to establish Family Welfare Committees (FWCs) in workplaces throughout the province. This initiative, which took place on December 3, 2024, saw representatives from 36 companies gather at the First Cavite Industrial Estate (FCIE) Administration…
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Two NPA Commanders Surrender in Eastern Samar, Hand Over Arsenal
In a significant development in the fight against insurgency, two high-ranking members of the New People’s Army (NPA) in Eastern Samar have surrendered to the Philippine Army. The surrender took place on December 1, 2024, in Borongan City, marking a pivotal moment in the region’s efforts to quell communist rebellion. The commanders, whose identities remain…
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12 Groundbreaking Initiatives Spotlighted at Ilocos Education Summit
LAOAG CITY – The 2024 BANNUAR: INLaB for Education Innovation Summit, held at Fort Ilocandia Resort Hotel, showcased twelve pioneering projects aimed at enhancing educational quality in Ilocos Norte. These initiatives, presented by educators from various schools across the province, are designed to drive transformative changes in the educational landscape by promoting innovation, collaboration, and…
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House Leaders Distribute P850 Million in Aid to Typhoon-Affected Bicol Region
In a significant relief effort, the House of Representatives initiated the ‘Tabang Bicol, Tindog Oragon’ program in Legazpi City, aimed at supporting the Bicol Region’s recovery from the devastating impacts of Severe Tropical Storm Kristine and Super Typhoon Pepito. The program, backed by nearly PHP850 million, was launched by House Speaker Martin Romualdez and the…
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First Lady Distributes Aid to 300 Heroes in Iloilo
In a heartfelt ceremony in Iloilo City, First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos spearheaded the distribution of aid to 300 recipients under the Comprehensive Social Benefits Program (CSBP). This initiative supports uniformed personnel who have been wounded or killed in the line of duty. The event, held on November 20, 2024, was part of the ‘Pagpupugay sa…
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Agricultural Development Program Expands to Benefit More Farmers in Caraga
BUTUAN CITY – The Department of Agriculture’s Special Area for Agricultural Development (SAAD) program is planning to broaden its reach to include 10 more regions in Dinagat Islands and Surigao del Norte by the fiscal years 2026-2028. Currently, the initiative supports 28 farmers’ associations and has reached over 700 farmers in 14 key municipalities within…
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Negros Occidental’s Agricultural Sector Boosts Efficiency with New Rice Machinery
In a significant boost to agricultural productivity, the Department of Agriculture-Philippine Center for Postharvest Development and Mechanization (DA-PhilMech) has distributed rice machinery and equipment valued at PHP217.076 million to 50 farmers’ cooperatives and associations (FCAs) and local government units (LGUs) in Negros Occidental. The distribution took place during a ceremony at the Provincial Capitol grounds…
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