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Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa last week threw his support behind Senator Erwin Tulfo’s proposal to use the Medical Assistance for Indigent and Financially Incapacitated Patients (MAIFP) fund to directly procure medicines and medical equipment for patients in need. In a video message aired over *Bagong Pilipinas Ngayon*, Herbosa called the proposal a timely and practical solution. “Ito po ay isang …

The Police Regional Office 1 (PRO-1) in Ilocos is putting a renewed focus on fitness as it pushes to meet the Philippine National Police’s five-minute emergency response target—and it starts with trimming down the ranks. According to PRO-1 officer-in-charge Brig. Gen. Dindo Reyes, 1,892 uniformed and non-uniformed personnel across the region have been classified as overweight or obese as of …

The Department of Health (DOH) has reminded local government units (LGUs) that the fight against malnutrition is a shared responsibility—and they are at the forefront of the battle. Speaking before over 200 mayors and local leaders at the Philippine Multisectoral Nutrition Project (PMNP) Mayor’s Forum 2025 held at SM Aura in Taguig, DOH Secretary Ted Herbosa emphasized the crucial role …

With dementia and Alzheimer’s disease quietly rising among Filipino senior citizens, United Senior Citizens (USC) party-list Rep. Milagros “Mila” Aquino-Magsaysay is sounding the alarm and urging Congress to pass a comprehensive national policy to confront the growing mental health crisis among the elderly. Speaking during a health conference held recently at the University of the Philippines Diliman Theater, Aquino-Magsaysay emphasized …

The Tesla experience towards a more sustainable future goes to the South Court of the Powerplant Mall in Makati this July 18 -27 and everyone is invited to join and experience the technology and performance of the new Model Y and Model 3 as well as explore all Tesla charging options that suit different lifestyles. Limited slots for test drive …

The Tamang Ride PH held its much-anticipated grand launch with a full-day event that convened road safety advocates from across sectors to champion one common cause: creating safer roads for all Filipinos, especially children recently at the Bonifacio Global City. Tamang Ride PH is a road safety advocacy movement organized under the initiative of A Child’s Trust is Ours to …

The Motorcycle Development Program Participants Association, Inc. (MDPPA) continues to make great strides in its mission to promote shared safety on Philippine roads by conducting a series of Road Safety Seminars with a total of 1,088 participants from various sectors including students, traffic enforcers, city employees, and motorcycle riders, just in the first half of 2025 alone. MDPPA kicked off …

The Lynk & Co 02 E-SUV received a 5-star rating recently from the Euro New Car Assessment Programme (NCAP), a world-renowned, independent safety organization that crash tests new vehicles and provides ratings based on their safety performance. This 5-star rating is the highest score for a compact SUV in the Euro NCAP’s current evaluation cycle, confirming the 02 E-SUV as …

JMC Philippines recently introduced additions to its vehicle lineup with the launch of the JMEV models. The JMC EV3 offers a range of 330 kilometers, enabling it to cover the distance from Manila to Baguio on a single trip, with only one charging stop needed at Rosario. This feature allows drivers to experience a smooth journey from Metro Manila to …

Jetour Auto Philippines (Japi) hosted the first-ever Jetour T2 Meet and Greet at the picturesque Timberland Highlands Resort in San Mateo, Rizal that brought together a passionate and growing community of Jetour T2 owners and enthusiasts for a day of camaraderie, engagement, and shared passion for the capable and stylish 4×4 SUV. The event was joined by an impressive 107 …