Day: December 8, 2025

Iloilo city: A total of 7,000 beneficiaries have been tapped for the emergency cash for work program to plant vegetables in their backyard or any open spaces in their surroundings in Iloilo City. The initiative, under the Tulong Panghanabuhay sa ating Disadvantaged/Displaced (TUPAD) of the Department of Labor and Employment, in convergence with the Department of Agriculture and the Office of Iloilo City Lone District Rep. Julienne Baronda, will commence on Tuesday. According to Philippines News Agency, an orientation and ceremonial turnover of vegetable seeds, seedlings, and fertilizers from the Department of Agriculture were conducted on Monday. “Some 7,000 Ilonggos

Northern samar: Nine former rebels in Northern Samar and six others in Leyte have been issued safe conduct passes (SCPs), signaling continued progress in the government’s Amnesty Program aimed at promoting peaceful reintegration and reducing local armed conflict. According to Philippines News Agency, in Northern Samar, the National Amnesty Commission (NAC), through the Local Amnesty Board (LAB)-Catbalogan, released SCPs to nine beneficiaries during a ceremony held Monday at the headquarters of the Philippine Army’s (PA) 19th Infantry Battalion (IB) in Barangay Opong, Catubig town. The activity, conducted in partnership with the PA’s 803rd Infantry Brigade and the Northern Samar Provincial

Catarman: The Northern Samar provincial government has initiated the ‘Benteng Bigas, Meron Na!’ program, aimed at providing affordable rice to low-income families throughout the province. This initiative commenced at the Capitol Gym in Catarman town, offering households the opportunity to purchase up to 10 kilograms of rice at a subsidized rate of PHP20 per kilo. According to Philippines News Agency, the provincial government is urging public participation in this initiative, emphasizing the availability of 400 sacks of rice. The distribution operates on a first-come, first-served basis, ensuring accessibility to those in need. The program is a collaborative effort between the

Manila: The social action arm of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) on Monday pushed for the passage of the Anti-Dynasty Law. Caritas Philippines president Bishop Gerardo Alminaza believed that the passage of the said measure will end corruption in the country. According to Philippines News Agency, there are at least 18 political dynasties that have five or more members in public office elected in the May 2025 polls. Bishop Alminaza emphasized the urgency of passing the Anti-Dynasty Law, stating that some clans have held political power for decades, and even newer politicians quickly expand their influence by

San francisco: The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) on Monday said it is preparing assistance for a Filipino detainee set to be deported from the United States following a removal order issued by immigration authorities. According to Philippines News Agency, the Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco confirmed the impending deportation of Greggy Valerio Sorio, currently held at the Northwest ICE Detention Center. Sorio previously received legal support through the department’s Legal Assistance Fund, but the U.S. Immigration Court still ordered his removal. Subsequently, the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) denied his application for stay. The department noted that