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In an era where swiping and scrolling have become second nature even to toddlers, the filing of Senate Bill No. 595 by Senator Erwin Tulfo signals a timely and necessary intervention. The proposed legislation, which seeks to regulate the use of social media among minors—completely barring access for children 12 years old and below except for supervised educational use—boldly confronts …

World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has issued a strong call to action for world leaders to refocus their efforts on HIV prevention and strengthen global partnerships to finally end the AIDS epidemic. Speaking before more than 3,000 scientists, policymakers, and advocates at the International AIDS Society Conference on HIV Science in Kigali, Rwanda, Tedros emphasized that …

The President’s continued procrastination on the pressing issue of a total ban on online gambling reveals more than just indecisiveness—it is a window into the unspoken power dynamics at play in Malacañang.  Catholic leaders have been loud and clear in denouncing the social decay brought on by online gambling. Their criticism speaks not merely of moral concern but of the …

A shared belief in service and compassion brought together PlayTime, the country’s most innovative online entertainment platforms, and the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) in an initiative that delivered more than just meals—it delivered dignity, hope, and human connection. Through the activation of the “Walang Gutom Kitchen”, over 300 vulnerable individuals were served freshly prepared meals in a …

By Tracy Cabrera The controversial P8.96-billion settlement for the scrapped Makati Subway Project is under fire after the city’s new administration revealed it was approved without actual funding in the 2025 budget, casting serious doubt on the deal’s legality and financial viability. Makati Mayor Maria Lourdes “Nancy” Binay-Angeles on Thursday raised alarm over the multi-billion peso agreement with Philippine Infradev …

In a dramatic turn in one of the country’s most chilling cold cases, the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) on Thursday launched a full-scale underwater search and site assessment in Taal Lake to investigate claims that the bodies of 34 missing sabungeros (cockfighting enthusiasts) were dumped there. Acting on a request from Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla, the PCG deployed technical …

Is artificial intelligence making students smarter—or just lazier? A new study from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Media Lab raises red flags about the growing reliance on AI tools like ChatGPT in education, showing potential harm to critical thinking and brain development, especially among young learners. In the experiment, 54 participants aged 18 to 39 were divided into three …

Demonstrating its dedication to advancing education in the Philippines, the Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) recently donated P400,000 worth of digital equipment to Patrociña D. Encarnacion National High School, a remote public school located in the far-flung barangays of Dumaguete. The donation—which includes nine laptops, two printers, and three wall fans—was made possible through GSIS’s Adopt-a-School initiative, in partnership with …

For years, the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) has been a key pillar in the government’s fight against poverty, offering conditional cash transfers to improve access to health and education. But as the conversation around poverty alleviation evolves, so too must the country’s approach to social protection. Responding to the growing call for more sustainable and empowering interventions, Northern Samar …

Renewing your driver’s license is now faster, easier, and entirely online—no need to visit the LTO office or fall prey to fixers. The Land Transportation Office (LTO), in partnership with the Department of Transportation (DOTr) and the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), has officially launched the Online Driver’s License Renewal System (ODLRS) through the eGovPH mobile app. Unveiled …