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Cecille Suerte Felipe
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Most frugal, highest spenders
by Cecille Suerte Felipe - December 25, 2024 - 12:00am
Sen. Mark Villar, son of property tycoon Manuel Villar Jr. who is listed among the world’s top 200 billionaires, was consistently the most frugal senator in 2022 and 2023.
Inquiries, leadership change at the Senate
by Cecille Suerte Felipe - December 25, 2024 - 12:00am
The public witnessed an eventful 2024 in the Senate, including a dramatic shift in leadership, the rare appearance of former president Rodrigo Duterte as a resource person at a hearing, the explosive revelations...
Hospitals on alert for holiday heart syndrome
by Cecille Suerte Felipe - December 24, 2024 - 12:00am
Hospitals across the country are on alert for a possible increase in “holiday heart syndrome” illnesses associated with binge eating and alcohol consumption during holidays or long vacations.
Senate tightens security amid bomb threat
by Cecille Suerte Felipe - December 19, 2024 - 12:00am
Stricter security measures have been enforced at the Senate following a bomb threat issued on social media.
Marcos can augment any item in budget – Escudero
by Cecille Suerte Felipe - December 18, 2024 - 12:00am
Parrying criticisms over the cut in the budget of the Department of Education, Senate President Francis Escudero said DepEd has P36.134 billion in unobligated and unspent budget for its computerization program since...
Comelec: File raps vs indiscriminate barangay certificate issuance
by Cecille Suerte Felipe - December 17, 2024 - 12:00am
The Commission on Elections has recommended filing charges against barangay captains who indiscriminately issue barangay certificates, allowing individuals to transfer from one area to another.
Senate ratifies Philippines-Japan military access agreement
by Cecille Suerte Felipe - December 17, 2024 - 12:00am
The Senate has ratified the Reciprocal Access Agreement between the Philippines and Japan, paving the way for the establishment of a legal framework for joint military training, operations and humanitarian missions...
Unprogrammed funds: Koko seeks SC intervention
by Cecille Suerte Felipe - December 13, 2024 - 12:00am
Senate Minority Leader Aquilino Pimentel III is preparing to challenge before the Supreme Court the constitutionality of the bicameral conference committee’s move to increase to P531.6 billion the unprogrammed...
Bicam keeps P1.3 billion budget cut for OVP
by Cecille Suerte Felipe - December 12, 2024 - 12:00am
Lawmakers have approved the bicameral conference committee report on the P6.532-trillion national budget for 2025, retaining the P1.3-billion funding cut in Vice President Sara Duterte’s office amid tensions...
TNVS surge fees, canceled rides hit
by Cecille Suerte Felipe - December 11, 2024 - 12:00am
Amid numerous complaints from passengers over ride cancellations, Sen. Raffy Tulfo yesterday criticized ride-hailing giant Grab Philippines and other transportation network companies.
Imee: No part in Escudero ouster bid
by Cecille Suerte Felipe - December 11, 2024 - 12:00am
Sen. Imee Marcos has dismissed as “fake news” allegations of her involvement in a supposed plot to oust Senate President Francis Escudero and replace him with Sen. Cynthia Villar, noting that Congress...
Escudero laughs off Senate coup rumors
by Cecille Suerte Felipe - December 10, 2024 - 12:00am
Senate President Francis Escudero yesterday laughed off rumors of his possible ouster and a takeover by Sen. Cynthia Villar as his colleagues expressed surprise and dismissed the story outright.
Quad comm to release report on EJKs, POGO
by Cecille Suerte Felipe - December 9, 2024 - 12:00am
The quad committee of the House of Representatives will be coming out with an “initial report” on its inquiries into illegal drugs and their links to Philippine offshore gaming operations (POGOs) and...
Government losing P88.2 billion due to fake PWD cards
by Cecille Suerte Felipe - December 9, 2024 - 12:00am
With the government losing P88.2 billion in taxes due to the surge of unscrupulous people using fake disability cards, Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian said the new technology could help prevent people from taking advantage...
Over 7,000 SNED teachers needed
by Cecille Suerte Felipe - December 9, 2024 - 12:00am
Over 7,000 special needs education teachers are needed to ensure that 323,344 learners with disabilities have equitable access to quality education, Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian said on Sunday.
Bato to cooperate with DOJ in crimes against humanity probe
by Cecille Suerte Felipe - December 7, 2024 - 12:00am
Considered the architect of the war on drugs, Sen. Ronald dela Rosa vowed to cooperate with the Department of Justice (DOJ) in its probe of possible crimes against humanity committed under Rodrigo Duterte.
Zubiri to propose Sulu reintegration into BARMM
by Cecille Suerte Felipe - December 6, 2024 - 12:00am
Sen. Juan Miguel Zubiri plans to file a proposal reintegrating Sulu into the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao.
Bicam on 2025 national budget set next week
by Cecille Suerte Felipe - December 4, 2024 - 12:00am
A bicameral conference committee meeting to harmonize the conflicting provisions in the proposed P6.352-trillion national budget for 2025 has been set either on Dec. 9 or 10, according to Sen. Grace Poe.
Bato sa DTI: Bumuo ng pautang sa mga MSME na walang tubo
by Cecille Suerte Felipe - December 2, 2024 - 12:00am
Hinikayat ni Senador Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa si Trade Secretary Maria Cristina Roque na gumawa ng isang maliit na loan program para sa micro, small and medium enterprises na walang tubo o interes.
Military loyal to the Constitution – AFP
by Cecille Suerte Felipe - November 28, 2024 - 12:00am
Amid the political tensions and outburst of Vice President Sara Duterte, the military remains loyal to the Constitution, an official of the Armed Forces of the Philippines assured senators yesterday
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