Day: November 26, 2025

Manila: The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) on Wednesday called on all stakeholders to enhance the implementation of Republic Act 9344, or the Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act (JJWA), to give children in conflict with the law (CICL) a chance to rebuild their lives as responsible individuals. According to Philippines News Agency, Assistant Secretary Irene Dumlao stated that the JJWA cannot serve its purpose if the policies, interventions, and systems meant to protect the children are not continuously improved and strengthened. “We urge all duty bearers, from the national and local government officials, law enforcement agencies, social workers,

Bacolod city: The Sangguniang Panlungsod (city council) is considering an ordinance to establish an early identification and intervention program aimed at supporting children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and other neurodevelopmental disorders. According to Philippines News Agency, the proposed ordinance will encompass developmental screening services, referral pathways, and intervention services specifically designed for children under the age of 18 residing in the city. The implementation of the program is planned through barangay health centers, public daycare centers, and public schools, in collaboration with private stakeholders, hospitals, and educational institutions. During a floor deliberation, Councilor Mandrei Malabor emphasized that the program

Silay: This component city in Negros Occidental was declared the first drug-cleared city in Negros Island Region (NIR) during the Regional Oversight Committee on Barangay Drug Clearing (ROCBDC) deliberation led by the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) Wednesday. Silay was recognized for clearing all its 16 barangays from illegal drugs through the implementation of the Barangay Drug Clearing Program (BDCP). According to Philippines News Agency, Silay City has achieved a historic distinction as the first drug-cleared city in Negros Occidental and the first in the NIR since its establishment. This accomplishment reflects discipline, governance, strong community involvement, and steadfast interagency

Manila: President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Wednesday led the launch of the 100-peso Philippine Festival and 10-peso Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) commemorative coins in a ceremony at Malaca±an Palace in Manila. According to Philippines News Agency, Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) Governor Eli Remolona Jr. presented to Marcos the set of 100-peso silver coins showcasing 12 major Philippine festivals, with each coin celebrating the country’s local heritage, artistic traditions, and rich cultural heritage. The coins feature Cebu City’s Sinulog Festival in January; Ilocos Norte’s Tan-ok ni Ilocano Festival in February; Bukidnon’s Kaamulan Festival in March; Marinduque’s Moriones

Manila: The Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) has officially requested the Office of the Ombudsman to initiate criminal and administrative proceedings against eight current and former lawmakers implicated in a large-scale corruption scandal involving flood control projects. These individuals have been identified as having violated numerous ethical and legal standards by engaging in private business activities that conflict with their official responsibilities. According to Philippines News Agency, ICI chair Andres Reyes has named the accused as former Representative Elizaldy Co of FS Co. Builders Supply, Representative Edwin Gardiola of Construction Workers Solidarity Party-list for Newington Builders, Inc., Lourel Development Corp.,