DAVAO CITY (November 6)– The government will pursue charges against individuals and officials involved in the controversial Dengvaxia vaccine case, as Malacanang vowed “forceful action” to bring justice to the families of children “whose deaths are reportedly caused by the said vaccine.” Presidential Spokesperson Salvador Panelo, in a statement said appropriate charges … [Read more...] about Gov’t to pursue charges against officials involved in Dengvaxia case
Duterte: Inter-Agency Task Force on Federalism to raise awareness on constitutional reform
DAVAO CITY (November 6)- The Inter-Agency Task Force on Federalism has been formed to develop strategies to raise public awareness on federalism and constitutional reform. President Rodrigo Duterte ordered the creation of the task force through Memorandum Circular No. 52, signed by Executive Secretary Salvador Medialdea on October 31 and released to the media on Monday, … [Read more...] about Duterte: Inter-Agency Task Force on Federalism to raise awareness on constitutional reform
DepEd reiterates commitment to implement IPEd Program
DAVAO CITY (November 5)- Department of Education (DepEd) Secretary Leonor Magtolis Briones has reiterated the Department’s commitment in continuing the implementation of the IPEd Program, which is anchored on the recognition of the right of IPs to basic education that is responsive to their context, respects their identities, and promotes their indigenous knowledge, … [Read more...] about DepEd reiterates commitment to implement IPEd Program
DOH cautions parents on use of e-cigarettes, vapes among minors
DAVAO CITY (November 5) — The Department of Health (DOH) has cautioned parents and guardians against the use of e-cigarettes and vapes especially among minors. On its advisory, the Health department stressed, "These devices are not toys and they contain concomitant health and safety hazards which may lure teenagers to pick up the habit of smoking." Last October 30, a … [Read more...] about DOH cautions parents on use of e-cigarettes, vapes among minors
26 MisOcc former rebels undergo holistic reintegration intervention program, receive E-CLIP financial assistance
Oroquieta City, Misamis Occidental (November 4)– The Enhanced Comprehensive Local Integration Program (ECLIP) Committee of the Province of Misamis Occidental has successfully conducted the Rapid Reintegration Program for 26 Former Rebels (FRs) enrolled under ECLIP on October 15-19, 2018. In a report provided by the Department of Interior and Local Government, at least 26 … [Read more...] about 26 MisOcc former rebels undergo holistic reintegration intervention program, receive E-CLIP financial assistance