Day: December 13, 2025

Malaca±ang: The welfare of Filipinos should remain at the core of the country’s national security framework, noting that food, health, and employment are as vital as traditional security concerns. At the National Security Summit 2025 in Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City, Executive Secretary Ralph Recto emphasized that real security lies in safeguarding Filipino families to ensure they live with dignity and hope. According to Philippines News Agency, Recto stated that security is multifaceted, encompassing more than just the absence of conflict. “It is food that is affordable. Power that stays on. A job that pays enough. Truth in our newsfeeds. Trust

Pasay city: The bicameral conference committee on House Bill No. 4058, known as the proposed 2026 General Appropriations Act, began its formal deliberations on Saturday at the Philippine International Convention Center. This event marked the inaugural instance of a national budget bicameral conference being livestreamed and accessible to the public. According to Philippines News Agency, the meeting was initiated by Senate Committee on Finance Chairperson Senator Sherwin Gatchalian, heading the Senate panel, alongside House Committee on Appropriations Chairperson Nueva Ecija 1st District Representative Mikaela Angela Suansing. The objective of the bicameral conference committee is to reconcile conflicting elements of the

Pangasinan: Despite Friday’s heavy rain, crowds gathered in front of the provincial capitol for the much-anticipated Christmas lighting, a moment made even more meaningful considering the countless disasters the people have endured. The latest among the calamities was Super Typhoon Uwan, which left damage worth at least PHP1 billion to agriculture, PHP224.5 million to livestock, and PHP176.5 million to infrastructure. According to Philippines News Agency, a total of 13,232 farmers and fisherfolk have been affected, based on the report of the Pangasinan Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office as of Nov. 20. “This is just rain. Imagine what we have

Quezon city: The proposed Independent Commission Against Infrastructure Corruption (ICAIC) is distinct from the Office of the Ombudsman (OMB) and does not replicate its functions, asserted Mamamayang Liberal Party-list Representative Leila de Lima at the Saturday News Forum. According to Philippines News Agency, de Lima clarified that the ICAIC’s establishment is not intended to overlap with existing agencies. She emphasized that the bill explicitly states it will not impair or interfere with the mandates of agencies like the OMB and the Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC). The ICAIC, once established through House Bill No. 4453, will specifically target irregularities in flood

Cebu: The Department of Tourism (DOT) has teamed up with Cebu Pacific, a low-cost airline, and the Hotel, Resort, and Restaurant Association of Cebu Inc. (HRRACI) to introduce enticing travel incentives and accommodation promotions to stimulate tourism in Cebu. This initiative comes in the wake of recent natural calamities that have impacted the region. According to Philippines News Agency, the collaboration was sealed with a memorandum of understanding signed during the unveiling of the ‘Visit Cebu’ campaign. Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco emphasized that the program is designed to rejuvenate tourism activities and bolster local businesses and employment. The agreement offers