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Quezon city: Public health advocates have expressed strong support for the local government of Quezon City following a public consultation for a proposed ordinance aimed at preventing alcohol-related harms, which could become the country’s first comprehensive local measure of its kind. According to Philippines News Agency, the advocates highlighted the significance of the proposed ordinance for adopting the World Health Organization’s SAFER technical package-an evidence-based framework designed to reduce alcohol-related injuries, violence, and health risks. Unlike other local government units that have imposed alcohol-related restrictions such as sales bans and curfews, the Quezon City proposal seeks broader regulatory coverage, including

Manila: The Pag-IBIG Fund has announced a partnership with Megawide Construction Corp. aimed at accelerating the construction of approximately 7,143 socialized housing units under the expanded Pambansang Pabahay para sa Pilipino Program (4PH). According to Philippines News Agency, the new initiative involves the development of medium-rise residential projects that are priced below the prevailing market rates for comparable units. These projects will fall within the socialized housing range while offering amenities typically associated with higher-priced developments. The housing units are projected to be completed in a span of two to three years. The agreement includes two initial project sites in

Quezon city: Malaca±ang has emphasized the importance of data-driven policies in sustaining the country’s development gains. Speaking at the Department of Economy, Planning and Development’s (DepDev) 90th anniversary celebration at Crowne Plaza in Quezon City on Thursday, Executive Secretary Ralph Recto cited the country’s steady progress in poverty reduction as proof of the value of inclusive, evidence-based planning. According to Philippines News Agency, Recto said poverty incidence declined from 23.5 percent a decade ago to 15.5 percent in 2023, adding that the Marcos administration aims to bring poverty down to single-digit levels by 2028. ‘We chose to believe that our

Maripipi: The third visit of an international cruise ship to this island municipality signals its growing readiness to welcome more tourists, according to Mayor Joseph Caingcoy. Caingcoy made the statement following the recent port call of the Coral Geographer, which marked its final stop in Eastern Visayas during its cruise itinerary. According to Philippines News Agency, Mayor Caingcoy highlighted plans for 2026 onward, focusing not only on attracting foreign tourists but also on offering tour packages for local tourists to enhance tourism activities. Maripipi stands out as the only island town among the eight municipalities of Biliran province, boasting natural

Manila: National Security Adviser (NSA) Eduardo A±o on Wednesday firmly refuted assertions that the Philippines serves as a “hotbed” for terrorism, emphasizing the nation’s steadfast commitment to preventing its territories from being exploited for terrorist activities. A±o, who also serves as the director general of the National Security Council (NSC), highlighted the government’s ongoing efforts in maintaining a vigilant and intelligence-driven counter-terrorism program. According to Philippines News Agency, A±o stressed the collaborative efforts of the Philippines with international partners to ensure that its territories are not utilized for terror-related purposes. “The NSC emphasizes the importance of evidence-based reporting and responsible