MANILA (September 22) – The Presidential Task Force on Media Security (PTFOMS) has strongly denounced the violence and harassment directed at journalists covering protest actions on Sunday, September 21. During demonstrations, several individuals were injured, including broadcast journalist Manny Vargas, who was struck by a projectile while performing his duty. PTFOMS … [Read more...] about PTFOMS condemns violence and harassment of journalists during September 21 protests
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DA-11, LGU New Corella lead Bamboo Planting for sustainability, livelihood
NEW CORELLA, Davao del Norte (September 21) – In celebration of World Bamboo Day and Philippine Bamboo Month, the Department of Agriculture in Davao Region (DA-11), through its High-Value Crops Development Program (HVCDP), partnered with the Local Government Unit of New Corella to lead a bamboo planting activity on September 18, 2025, in Barangay New Cortez, Davao del … [Read more...] about DA-11, LGU New Corella lead Bamboo Planting for sustainability, livelihood
Malacañang adjusts gov’t work hours for National Family Week, ‘Kainang Pamilya Mahalaga’ Day
MANILA (September 21) – Malacañang has announced the adjustment of work hours in government offices and departments on Monday, September 22, to allow state workers to take part in the 33rd National Family Week and the observance of “Kainang Pamilya Mahalaga” Day. In Memorandum Circular (MC) 96, signed by Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin, work in government offices under … [Read more...] about Malacañang adjusts gov’t work hours for National Family Week, ‘Kainang Pamilya Mahalaga’ Day
Marcos orders return of ₱60 Billion to PhilHealth for service expansion
MANILA (September 20) – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. announced on Saturday the return of ₱60 billion in excess funds to the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) to support the state health insurer’s expanded services. The funds had previously been transferred to the national treasury. The President made the pronouncement during his visit to Dr. Jose … [Read more...] about Marcos orders return of ₱60 Billion to PhilHealth for service expansion
DepEd orders audit of unfinished school buildings amid classroom shortage
MANILA (September 20) – The Department of Education (DepEd) has launched an audit of its joint infrastructure projects with the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) after reports surfaced that about 1,000 classrooms nationwide remain incomplete. DepEd issued a directive on September 12 requiring all regional and division offices to submit reports on unfinished … [Read more...] about DepEd orders audit of unfinished school buildings amid classroom shortage
