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State-run Social Security System (SSS) has opened its calamity loan program for members affected by the magnitude 6.9 earthquake in Cebu and recent tropical cyclones. In a statement Friday, SSS said the program was launched in line with the directive of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and the instruction of Finance Secretary and Social Security Commission Chairperson Ralph Recto to …

The Department of Economy, Planning, and Development (DEPDev) is proposing a ₱15.34-billion budget for 2026 to boost government planning and development programs, with stronger emphasis on disaster risk reduction, resilience, and climate adaptation. During the agency’s budget presentation on Friday, Secretary Arsenio Balisacan said the proposed allocation will enable DEPDev and its attached agencies to strengthen programs that safeguard communities …

The recent flurry of corruption cases filed by the Independent Commission on Infrastructure (ICI), the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), and other government agencies offers a familiar mix of hope and cynicism for the Filipino public. Dozens of complaints now implicate regional DPWH engineers, contractors and even legislators. On the surface, this crackdown signals a long-overdue reckoning. But …

The Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC) has secured another freeze order from the Court of Appeals (CA), this time covering 57 bank accounts, 10 real properties, and nine motor vehicles linked to alleged irregularities in flood control projects. The council said earlier freeze orders had already immobilized assets worth more than ₱4 billion. To date, the CA has ordered the freezing …

Metro Manila Dogs Association K-9 Corps recharge in Savoy Hotel Mactan Newtown before heading to ground zero Savoy Hotel Mactan Newtown offers pet-friendly rooms designed with comfort in mind, making every stay a paw-sitive experience. On the evening of September 30, 2025, Cebu was struck by a 6.9-magnitude earthquake that claimed lives, caused billions in damages, and left families without …

By Tracy Cabrera Civic leader Dr. Jose Antonio Goitia, chairman emeritus of four patriotism-driven organizations, expressed full support for the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) as he dismissed destabilization rumors against the administration of President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. Calling the alleged coup stories “pure lies,” Goitia said his groups—Alyansa ng Bantay sa Kapayapaan at Demokrasya (ABKD), People’s Alliance …

Civic leader Dr. Jose Antonio Goitia hit back at fresh criticisms against President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr., denouncing allegations that the Chief Executive is solely to blame for the budget scandal as a “distortion of both the law and the truth.” Goitia was responding to international human rights lawyer Atty. Arnedo Valera, who accused Marcos of betraying his promise of …

The Department of Agriculture (DA) has assured farmers and fishers reeling from the impact of Tropical Depression Mirasol, Super Typhoon Nando (international name: Ragasa), and Severe Tropical Storm Opong (international name: Bualoi) that more than ₱3 billion in assistance is ready to roll out. DA spokesperson Assistant Secretary Arnel de Mesa said the agency has prepositioned interventions nationwide, including agricultural …

Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) president Arnulfo “Wick” Veloso announced fresh investment plans for major transport projects and the redevelopment of the old Jai Alai property in Manila, shortly after his suspension was lifted by the Office of the Ombudsman. Speaking at the Kapihan sa Manila Bay forum, Veloso said the state pension fund is reviving the proposed intermodal transport …

President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. has appointed former Supreme Court spokesperson Brian Keith Hosaka as executive director of the newly created Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI). The Presidential Communications Office released Hosaka’s appointment paper on Wednesday, September 24, days after Marcos signed Executive Order No. 94 establishing the ICI. The ad hoc fact-finding body is tasked to investigate alleged corruption, …