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Despite pending proposals in Congress to postpone the Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) and extend the terms of incumbent officials, the Commission on Elections (Comelec) has affirmed that the polls will proceed as scheduled on December 1, 2025. Comelec Chairman George Erwin Garcia emphasized that preparations are underway for a fully manual election, addressing speculation on the possibility of …

In light of the persistent underperformance of the country’s education sector, the Senate has adopted a resolution urging President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. to create a Cabinet Cluster for Education. The goal is to ensure the cohesive implementation of education laws, policies, reforms, and regulations across all government agencies. Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 21, principally authored and sponsored by Senators …

President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. has put the brakes on the planned rehabilitation of Epifanio Delos Santos Avenue (EDSA), citing the steep public cost in terms of traffic, time, and daily inconvenience. The project, which would have reintroduced an odd-even traffic scheme starting June 16, has been temporarily shelved. Speaking at the launch of the Pamilya Pass 1+3 promo at …

In a renewed effort to resolve persistent issues in internet connectivity, Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) Secretary Henry Rhoel Aguda announced the government’s focus on improving both the speed and stability of internet service nationwide, along with enhancing quality of service to ensure seamless connectivity across the country. Speaking at the Kapihan sa Manila Bay forum held at …

The Philippine Postal Corporation (PHLPost) has released a special commemorative stamp in honor of the late Pope Francis, celebrating his enduring legacy of faith, compassion, and service to humanity. PHLPost Postmaster General and CEO Luis Carlos said the initiative is the agency’s “humble way of honoring a global religious figure who has touched countless lives, including millions of Filipinos.” The …

The country urgently needs more infrastructure for segregation, recovery, and recycling to address its escalating plastic waste problem, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) said on Thursday. Speaking during the Environment and Natural Resources (ENR) Day 2025 celebration in Makati City, DENR Secretary Maria Antonia Yulo Loyzaga issued a strong call for united and science-based action against plastic …

The Commission on Population and Development (CPD) has raised the alarm over the rising cases of HIV infections and adolescent pregnancies in the Philippines, calling for immediate, comprehensive sexual and reproductive health education nationwide. In a statement issued last week, the CPD said it supports the Department of Health’s call to address these critical and overlapping public health concerns that …

The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) on Thursday intercepted a shipment containing suspected ecstasy tablets from France during a drug interdiction operation in Pampanga. In a statement, the NBI said operatives from its Pampanga District Office (PAMDO), in coordination with the Inter-Agency Task Force Against Illegal Drugs, confiscated the illegal cargo at the UPS Warehouse in the Clark Freeport Zone, …

The Manila Regional Trial Court (RTC) Branch 12 on Thursday entered a “not guilty” plea for former Negros Oriental lawmaker Arnolfo Teves Jr. in connection with charges of illegal possession of firearms and explosives. Judge Renato Enciso entered the plea after Teves chose to invoke his right to remain silent during his arraignment. The case involves firearms, explosives, and ammunition …

The Bureau of Customs–Ninoy Aquino International Airport (BOC-NAIA) has intercepted a shipment containing nearly P6.72 million worth of methamphetamine hydrochloride, or shabu, during an inspection earlier this week. BOC Commissioner Bienvenido Rubio said on Thursday that the illegal drugs, weighing 988.5 grams, were discovered early last week at the Central Mail Exchange Center (CMEC) in Pasay City. The package had …