Author: Jerald Castaneda
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Philippine House Passes Bill to Enhance Universal Health Care
In a significant move to bolster the nation’s healthcare framework, the Philippine House of Representatives has passed a bill on its third reading with a strong majority. The legislation, known as House Bill 11357, aims to refine the Universal Health Care (UHC) Act, garnering 191 votes in favor, with only three against and no abstentions.…
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2024 Sees Surge in Caraga’s Rice and Corn Output
In a promising development for the Caraga region, rice production saw a significant uptick in 2024, as announced by the Department of Agriculture in Caraga (DA-13) from Butuan City. The region’s rice yield climbed to 574,093 metric tons, marking an increase from the 531,431 metric tons recorded in the previous year. This growth is credited…
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Tragic Helicopter Crash Claims Life of Female Pilot in Nueva Ecija
In a devastating incident, a female pilot perished when her helicopter crashed into a swamp in Guimba, Nueva Ecija on Saturday, February 1, 2025. The crash occurred around 5 p.m. in Purok Arimug-mong, Barangay San Miguel. The pilot was identified as an employee of television host and senatorial candidate Willie Revillame. Revillame visited HM Mina…
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Philippine Foreign Affairs Department Plans Expansion of Global Presence
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) of the Philippines, led by Secretary Enrique Manalo, is set to broaden its international footprint. The expansion includes the establishment of new consulates in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, South Korea, and the United States, alongside the addition of five more regional consular offices within the Philippines, bringing the…
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Philippine Foreign Affairs Department Examines Potential Kuwait Deployment Ban
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) in the Philippines is currently analyzing the implications of a proposed ban on deploying Filipino workers to Kuwait, according to Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique Manalo. Speaking on Friday, Manalo indicated that no final decision has been made yet regarding the ban. He emphasized that the proposal is still under…
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Philippine Red Cross Donates M/V Amazing Grace to Coast Guard for Humanitarian Missions
The Philippine Red Guard (PCG) has received a significant boost to its humanitarian efforts with the donation of the 55-meter vessel, M/V Amazing Grace, from the Philippine Red Cross (PRC). The ship, previously owned by the PRC, was handed over in a ceremony at the PRC’s national headquarters in Mandaluyong City, led by PRC Chair…
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LTO Calls in Survivor of Fatal ‘Superman’ Stunt on Marilaque Highway
The Land Transportation Office (LTO) has issued a summons to a motorcycle rider who survived a deadly crash on the Marilaque Highway. The incident, which occurred on January 26, 2025, in Barangay Cuyambay, Tanay, Rizal, involved two riders performing a ‘Superman’ stunt, resulting in one rider’s death and injuries to six others. LTO chief Assistant…
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TESDA Antique Maps Skills to Meet Industry Needs
In a strategic move to align education with market demands, the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) in Antique has embarked on a comprehensive skills mapping initiative. The effort, led by TESDA Antique provincial director Glenford Prospero, aims to pinpoint the competencies required to fulfill industry needs across the region. A crucial meeting was…
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Education Secretary Angara Vows Stronger Collaboration with EDCOM II to Reform Philippine Education
MANILA – In a significant move to enhance the Philippine education system, Education Secretary Sonny Angara has pledged to deepen his department’s collaboration with the Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM II). During the launch of EDCOM II’s Year 2 report, Angara praised the commission’s efforts in pushing forward educational reforms and thanked the legislative…
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