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Tanay: The Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development (DHSUD) and the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) have partnered to enhance the welfare of Filipino workers who have suffered from work-related injuries and disabilities. This collaboration aims to uplift their lives through the establishment of a Workers Rehabilitation Center Complex (WRCC) in Tanay, Rizal. According to Philippine News Agency, the memorandum of agreement signed by the two departments outlines the creation of the WRCC, which will serve as a medical rehabilitation and livelihood support hub. It will also offer worker-friendly housing opportunities to Filipino workers. DHSUD Secretary Jose Rizalino

Manila: Senators on Tuesday called for urgent and coordinated action to improve road safety during the Holy Week break following a wave of vehicular mishaps, highlighting the need for stricter enforcement, better safety protocols, and stronger regulatory oversight of public transport operations. According to Philippine News Agency, Senator Grace Poe emphasized the importance of coordination between transportation agencies and local government units (LGUs) to ensure visibility of traffic enforcers and consistent enforcement of traffic laws. She stressed that with more motorists on the road, authorities cannot afford to have lackluster enforcement of traffic regulations. The lawmaker also renewed her call

Antique: The Antique Provincial Police Office (APPO) will heighten police visibility among convergence areas starting Wednesday with the anticipated influx of people for the Holy Week vacation. Lt. Col. Willy Diel, APPO Information Officer, said in an interview Tuesday that officers will be deployed in churches, plazas, terminals, and beach resorts to ensure the security of pilgrims and tourists. According to Philippine News Agency, Diel mentioned that additional teams will be deployed in the municipalities of San Jose de Buenavista and Sibalom on Maundy Thursday and Good Friday. ‘There’s usually a big influx of people in San Jose de Buenavista

Pasay: Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon has issued a warning to four bus companies operating along EDSA in Malibay, Pasay, for utilizing illegal makeshift terminals that are inadequately equipped for passengers. According to Philippine News Agency, Dizon identified the bus companies as Philtranco, Mega Bus, Ten Ten, and RMB, criticizing them for leaving passengers without essential amenities such as chairs, comfort rooms, proper roofing, and electric fans. In a statement on Tuesday, Dizon expressed concern over the conditions at these makeshift terminals and emphasized that passengers are left in a ‘deplorable state’ despite paying regular fares. Dizon has directed the Land

Mandalay: The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) has extended assistance to the families of two overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) who died in the 7.7-magnitude earthquake that struck Mandalay, Myanmar on March 28. Migrant Workers Secretary Hans Leo Cacdac visited and personally met with the bereaved families over the weekend to convey the government’s condolences and support on behalf of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., the agency said in a news release Tuesday. According to Philippine News Agency, Cacdac assured the families that, following President Marcos Jr.’s instructions, the government is providing all necessary assistance during this difficult time. The Department of