Day: August 11, 2025

Pandi: A Memorandum of Agreement was formally signed between Baliuag University and the Pandi Municipal Government on Monday to provide free law studies for all qualified local government unit (LGU) employees. Under this agreement, the LGU will bear all expenses for the Juris Doctor (JD) program, including tuition, miscellaneous and academic-related fees, allowances, and other support for qualified LGU-Pandi employees. According to Philippines News Agency, Mayor Enrico Roque stated that the program’s goal is to provide employees with the opportunity to study law without financial constraints, enabling them to serve the citizens of Pandi better and more competently. Engracia Mauricio,

Manila: Senate Majority Leader Joel Villanueva has expressed full support for President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s initiative to investigate the 15 contractors responsible for flood control projects. Villanueva asserted that this move aligns with the issues he has consistently raised during Senate hearings over the past three years. According to Philippines News Agency, Villanueva highlighted the significance of President Marcos addressing the issue, as it adds weight to the demand for accountability, particularly concerning projects valued between PHP1 billion and PHP1.4 billion daily within the Department of Public Works and Highways flood control budget. Villanueva has already requested the Securities

Manila: The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) in Ilocos Norte is urging civil society organizations (CSOs) to apply for accreditation to enhance their representation in local governance through Local Special Bodies (LSBs). According to Philippines News Agency, the DILG, in partnership with the provincial government, convened representatives from various CSOs at Centennial Arena to discuss the accreditation process and its significance. DILG provincial director Gerald Gallardo emphasized the importance of raising awareness about civil society participation in local governance and orienting participants on accreditation guidelines. The conference, attended by approximately 45 CSOs from the province, served as

Manila: The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) and Department of Agriculture (DA) reported that prices of basic commodities at a wet market and supermarket in Manila are compliant with the suggested retail price (SRP) being implemented by the government. DTI Secretary Cristina Roque and DA Assistant Secretary Genevieve Guevarra visited Quinta Market in Quiapo to ensure vendors’ compliance with the SRP and monitor the supply of basic necessities and prime commodities. According to Philippines News Agency, Roque emphasized the importance of monitoring prices to ensure compliance with the SRP set by both the DA and DTI. The visit to

Manila: Preparations are ramping up for the FIVB 2025 Men’s World Championship, with the Philippines set to host an international roster of 32 nations. The event, scheduled to take place from September 12 to 28 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum and the SM Mall of Asia Arena, has seen concerted efforts from the Philippine National Volleyball Federation (PNVF), the Local Organizing Committee (LOC), and various government stakeholders, including Malaca±ang and the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC). According to Philippines News Agency, Ramon ‘Tats’ Suzara, president of the PNVF and the Asian Volleyball Confederation, confirmed that all preparations are on track. During