Day: November 13, 2025

Cebu: The Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development (DHSUD) on Thursday urged local government units (LGUs) to strictly enforce no-build zones and strengthen the implementation of climate-resilient land use planning to help prevent flooding and other disasters in vulnerable areas. According to Philippines News Agency, DHSUD Undersecretary Henry Yap noted in a Bagong Pilipinas Ngayon interview that recent flooding in parts of the country, including Cebu, can be attributed to the loss of forest cover and poor upland management. Yap highlighted that the mountains now have reduced forest cover, causing rainwater to quickly flow down from uplands, which overwhelms

Davao city: The National Durian Industry Summit 2025 will equip local farmers to expand the global reach of Davao Region’s “king of fruits,” organizers announced Thursday. In an interview facilitated by the City Information Office, Fe Oguio, agriculturist and durian focal person of the City Agriculturist Office, said the Nov. 25-26 event will give farmers direct access to international experts. According to Philippines News Agency, Oguio emphasized the importance of the summit as a platform for farmers to gain first-hand information and address concerns related to durian technology. She pointed out that the Philippines is still lagging behind in this

Iloilo city: The Sangguniang Panlungsod (city council) has urged the city government, particularly the City Social Welfare and Development Office, to prioritize local farmers in the direct procurement of vegetables for every food assistance and related programs. According to Philippines News Agency, the city council passed a resolution on Wednesday calling for the initiative in support of the call from the Regional Agricultural and Fishery Council in Western Visayas to prioritize Iloilo City farmers. ‘The initiative will also comply with Section 3 of Republic Act No. 11321 or the Sagip Saka Act that established the Farmers and Fisherfolk Enterprise Development

Manila: The Commission on Elections (Comelec) is looking at the Statements of Contributions and Expenditures (SOCEs) of candidates to check whether their declarations with regard to their campaign contributions are correct. According to Philippines News Agency, Comelec Chairperson George Garcia stated that the checking is not only focused on a certain candidate but on all those who participated in the polls. “It’s safe to say that the SOCEs are being looked at individually regarding declarations and correct declarations. It would be nice to have public statements, at least something to base it on,” he said in an interview on Thursday.

Manila: President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Thursday paid tribute to Chief Presidential Legal Counsel Juan Ponce Enrile, calling him ‘one of the most enduring and respected public servants’ in Philippine history. In a statement shared on social media, Marcos reflected on Enrile’s decades-long service to the nation, which encompassed law, governance, and public policy, leaving an indelible mark on the country’s political and legal landscape. According to Philippines News Agency, President Marcos remarked on the significant contributions Enrile made over his 50-year career, guiding the Philippines through some of its most challenging and defining moments. The President issued this