Day: September 18, 2025

Manila: Several lawmakers of the House of Representatives on Thursday welcomed the election of Isabela 6th District Rep. Faustino ‘Bojie’ Dy III as the new Speaker and thanked former Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez for his strong leadership and dedicated service. According to Philippines News Agency, Manila 6th District Rep. Bienvenido ‘Benny’ Abante Jr., who chairs the House Human Rights panel, expressed his gratitude towards Romualdez for his years of service and for ensuring a smooth transition of leadership. Abante praised Romualdez for unearthing painful truths about issues such as extrajudicial killings, Philippine offshore gaming operations (POGOs), and illegal drugs, which

Manila: The Department of Health (DOH) announced that approximately 1 million Filipinos are living with dementia, highlighting the urgent necessity for increased awareness, prevention, and support systems for those affected and their families. According to Philippines News Agency, DOH Assistant Secretary Albert Domingo shared insights during a Bagong Pilipinas Ngayon interview in recognition of World Alzheimer’s Month. He noted that dementia predominantly affects senior citizens, with around 10 percent of elderly Filipinos likely impacted. While Alzheimer’s disease is the primary cause, other forms such as Lewy body dementia (LBD) also contribute to the increasing numbers. LBD is identified as a

Manila: Malaca±ang on Thursday dismissed Vice President Sara Duterte’s fresh criticisms of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., stressing that she appeared unaware of the administration’s anti-corruption initiatives due to her frequent foreign travels. According to Philippines News Agency, Palace Press Officer Claire Castro stated that the public is already aware of the steps the President has taken to combat corruption, particularly in relation to anomalous flood control projects. Castro remarked, “Si Pangulo ang nagpasimula ng pag-iimbestiga rito. Hindi nakakapagtaka na hindi alam ng Bise Presidente ito dahil madalas siyang wala sa Pilipinas (The President himself initiated the probe. It is

Manila: Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla on Thursday assured the public that the Department of Justice (DOJ) would begin filing cases within 40 to 60 days against those involved in ghost projects linked to corruption in public works. During the resumption of the Senate Blue Ribbon Committee probe into flood control anomalies, Remulla said five cases had been endorsed to the National Bureau of Investigation, while other complaints prepared by Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon’s office were transmitted directly to the Office of the Ombudsman. According to Philippines News Agency, Remulla committed to the public that the DOJ would not

Yangon: Filipinos are again warned against suspicious job opportunities and recruitment schemes in Myanmar amid growing concerns over thousands of individuals trafficked into scam hubs in the region. The Philippine Embassy in Yangon on Thursday issued an ‘urgent and serious warning’ to all Filipino nationals and to exercise the ‘highest level of caution’ against dubious employment offers. According to Philippines News Agency, these schemes have already led many unsuspecting individuals into trafficking-in-persons networks, resulting in severe exploitation, abuse, and life-threatening situations. The Embassy strongly warns all Filipinos seeking employment abroad to accept only legitimate job offers duly verified by the