Day: November 11, 2025

Manila: Members of the House of Representatives will stand united with Filipinos affected by recent calamities, with Speaker Faustino Dy III emphasizing that true leadership is measured by dedication, compassion, and action in times of crisis. According to Philippines News Agency, Speaker Dy highlighted the importance of public service during the resumption of the House session on Tuesday, stating, “Sa gitna ng bawat unos, pinapaalala sa atin na ang paglilingkod ay hindi lamang tungkol sa paggawa ng batas, kundi sa pagpapakita ng malasakit, sa pagkilos at sa pagbibigay ng pag-asa (Amid every calamity, we are reminded that public service is

Negros occidental: Negros Occidental is expected to receive more assistance from the national government for its recovery and rehabilitation efforts after the devastation wrought by Typhoon Tino (international name Kalmaegi) last week. On Tuesday, Governor Eugenio Jose Lacson briefed Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco and Education Secretary Sonny Angara on the devastation across the province during their meeting at the Provincial Capitol here. According to Philippines News Agency, Frasco stated, “The directive of the President (Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.) is first, to convey that the national government is here to provide whatever assistance is needed by the local government units

Manila: The Bureau of Immigration (BI) has confirmed that former Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Secretary Manuel Bonoan left the country on Tuesday. In a Viber message, Dana Sandoval, BI spokesperson, stated that the former DPWH chief departed for the United States via Taiwan at 5:30 p.m. from the Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 1 in Para±aque City. According to Philippines News Agency, the BI official noted that since Bonoan has been issued an Immigration Lookout Bulletin Order (ILBO), they have informed the Department of Justice (DOJ) about his flight. “We confirm that former Secretary Manny Bonoan departed

Tokyo: The Japanese government has officially lodged a protest with Beijing following social media posts by the Chinese consul-general in Osaka, which criticized Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi for her recent remarks regarding Taiwan. Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara addressed the issue at a news conference, highlighting the inappropriateness of the comments coming from a senior Chinese diplomatic official. Kihara emphasized the need for a clear explanation from the Chinese side. According to Philippines News Agency, the controversy began when Prime Minister Takaichi, during a parliamentary committee meeting, suggested that a potential Taiwan contingency might pose a “survival-threatening situation” for Japan,

Manila: The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) in Negros Oriental recognized 20 establishments in the province through the Bagwis Program for their commitment to upholding consumer rights and fair-trade practices. According to Philippines News Agency, the Bagwis Awards Bronze Seal was presented to four establishments; Silver Seal to 11 establishments; and Gold Seal to five establishments. “The Bagwis Award of DTI is really recognizing our local establishments (for) their promotion of fair-trade laws and for compliance with agency requirements, especially for product mandatory standards,” said Juliet Banogon, DTI-Negros Oriental provincial director. She further explained that for the Gold Award,