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BFAR's LAYAG-WPS Project to uplift lives of PH fisherfolk - senator

MANILA, April 17 -- Senator Cynthia Villar on Wednesday expressed high hopes that the Livelihood Activities to Enhance Fisheries Yields and Economic Gains from the West Philippine Sea (LAYAG-WPS) Proj... Read More


Bill seeks to penalize unauthorized use, sale of 'wang-wang'

MANILA, April 16 -- Senate Majority Leader Joel Villanueva on Tuesday filed a bill seeking to prohibit the unauthorized use and sale of "wang-wang" (beacons, sirens, and other similar devices), except... Read More


Divided stance on WPS may be part of China's strategy - senator

MANILA, April 16 -- Senate Majority Leader Joel Villanueva on Tuesday called for unity amid different sentiments arising from the revelation of an alleged "gentleman's agreement" between former presid... Read More


Senate leader assures passage of 10 priority bills before SONA

MANILA, April 16 -- Senate Majority Leader Joel Villanueva on Tuesday said the Senate is set to approve 10 bills when session resumes on April 29. Congress has less than one month of plenary sessions... Read More


Pimentel to Alvarez: Leave AFP out of politics

MANILA, April 16 -- Senate Minority Leader Aquilino "Koko" Pimentel III on Tuesday reminded Davao del Norte 1st District Rep. Pantaleon Alvarez that the political leadership in the Philippines should ... Read More


Sen. Escudero apologizes, owns up to SUV apprehended in EDSA bus lane

MANILA, April 12 -- Senator Francis Escudero on Friday apologized to the public after his vehicle bearing the "7" protocol plate was apprehended by traffic enforcers the day before for using the EDSA ... Read More


Gatchalian, Bato renew push for ROTC bill, cite high public approval

MANILA, April 12 -- Senators Sherwin Gatchalian and Ronald "Bato" dela Rosa on Friday renewed their call for the revival of the Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) following strong support among F... Read More


Zubiri ready to take on 'shared responsibility' as PA reserve officer

MANILA, April 8 -- Senate President Juan Miguel Zubiri on Monday said he is ready to take on the "shared responsibility" of protecting the country's sovereignty and democracy after achieving the rank ... Read More


Tolentino: Not enough basis to probe alleged Duterte-China pact

MANILA, April 8 -- Senator Francis Tolentino on Monday said there is not enough basis for the Senate to investigate former president Rodrigo Duterte's alleged "gentleman's agreement" with China, consi... Read More


Incentives to employees working amid extreme heat sought

MANILA, April 8 -- A lawmaker on Monday urged employers to consider going beyond the minimum requirements outlined in the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Advisory No. 17-2022, and provide th... Read More