PORAC, Pampanga (December 12–13, 2025) — Mekeni Food Corporation reinforced its commitment to community health and inclusive development as it actively supported the Hospital on Wheels (HOW) medical mission that served more than 1,000 patients at the Jose Songco Lapid Gymnasium in Barangay Cangatba, Porac, Pampanga. The two-day mission delivered free medical, surgical, dental, and vision screening services to residents, with a strong focus on reaching indigenous peoples (IPs)

Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano on Tuesday urged the government to assure Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa of his rights and due process amid reports of his impending arrest by the International Criminal Court (ICC). “Napaka-importante kasi na may sistema tayo ng hustisya sa bansa at ang korte ang nakakasakop… Ang gobyerno dapat ina-assure si Senator Bato na merong proseso,” he told reporters on the sidelines of the December 2 plenary session. Cayetano was respondin

McDonald’s Philippines continued its expansion in Cavite with the opening of a new store in Barangay Aniban, Bacoor City, on December 9, 2025, bringing added convenience and dining options to residents and motorists in the area. The opening of the Aniban branch underscores McDonald’s ongoing commitment to serving growing communities by providing accessible, fast, and quality food service. Strategically located along a busy stretch in Bacoor, the new store is expected to cater

The newly opened BestHealth Clinics and Diagnostic Center of CARD-PCPD Medical Center Inc., along with its emergency ambulance in Brgy. San Antonio 1, San Pablo City, Laguna. CARD-PCPD Medical Center Inc. President Dr. Roderick Belen (top line, right) with the nurses and staff of BestHealth Clinics and Diagnostic Center inside the newly opened clinic. CARD-PCPD Medical Center Inc., a new institution of CARD Mutually Reinforcing Institutions (CARD MRI) in partnership with the

The SM Holiday Job Fair + Skills e-Hub officially opens at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall with national and local leaders in attendance. PASAY CITY, Philippines — Hundreds of Filipinos explored new career opportunities today as the SM Holiday Job Fair + Skills e-Hub opened at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall, in partnership with the Office of the President, Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), Private Sector

QUEZON CITY — The Social Security System (SSS) capped off 2025 with the implementation of its Emergency Loan Program (ELP), marking a year of major reforms and expanded services that strengthened social protection for millions of Filipino workers and pensioners. SSS President and Chief Executive Officer Robert Joseph Montes De Claro said 2025 marked a turning point for the state-run pension fund, citing reforms that delivered improved benefits, faster services, and wider cove

CALAMBA CITY, Laguna — The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Field Office IV-A continues to reinforce its commitment to empowering Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) households by widening access to education, employment, and healthcare services through strategic partnerships across the CALABARZON region. On December 15, 2025, the regional office entered into new partnership agreements with five institutions from the education, training, and health s

LAUREL, Batangas (PIA) — In its continued effort to inspire local government-led initiatives, particularly among barangays to keep waterways and water bodies clean and trash-free, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources–Environmental Management Bureau (DENR-EMB) Region IV-A gave honors for cleanup efforts during the Gawad Taga-Ilog (GTI) Awarding Ceremony on December 19. According to DENR-EMB Regional Director Robert Angelo Metin, the program aims to enhance wate

TAGKAWAYAN, Quezon – Maraming pangarap at kabuhayan ang nahinto dahil sa pandemya mula 2020 hanggang 2022, ngunit para kay Camille Diana Maralit, isang kabataang magsasaka mula sa Tagkawayan, ito ang naging simula ng bagong oportunidad. Nagsimula si Camille sa simpleng pagtatanim ng gulay sa mga lumang bote at paso sa kanilang bakuran, na aniya’y “trial and error” lamang. Kalaunan, sinubukan din niya ang pagtatanim ng kabute at pag-aalaga ng manok at baboy, hanggang sa mapagt

CALAMBA CITY, Laguna — Pinangunahan ng City Government of Calamba katuwang ang National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) ang paggunita sa ika-129 anibersaryo ng kabayanihan ng pambansang bayani na si Dr. Jose Rizal bilang bahagi ng pagdiriwang ng Rizal Day noong Disyembre 30. Isinagawa ang komemorasyon sa temang “Rizal: Sa Pagbangon ng mga Mamamayan: Aral at Diwa Mo ang Tunay na Gabay,” na nagbibigay-diin sa mga aral, prinsipyo, at ambag ni Rizal sa kasaysayan

The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) has welcomed the Supreme Court’s decision ordering the return of ₱60 billion from the National Treasury, recognizing the responsibility that comes with managing the substantial amount for the benefit of the Filipino people. In its statement, PhilHealth acknowledged the challenge of ensuring that the funds are properly allocated to strengthen the country’s healthcare services. The agency reaffirmed its commitment to upho

Delia A. Cenderio, 58, a proud CARD, Inc. client and a multi-business owner from Paco, Manila, stands happily fulfilled in one of her stores. Investments over momentary luxury is Delia’s philosophy. Whenever she receives resources or earns an income, she treats it as a seed she can grow into another income-generating opportunity. This discipline, combined with her hard work and competence, has enabled her to own and operate multiple stores in Manila. Delia took up a Bachelor

Bacoor CITY — Holiday spirit filled the air on December 9 as Mayor Strike B. Revilla, together with city officials and partner agencies, visited several shelters across Bacoor to distribute essential goods and spread Christmas cheer. The City Government of Bacoor, through the City Information and Community Relations Department (CICRD) led by Ms. Kristine Evangelista, organized the initiative, which brought joy to residents of the Strike Halfway House in Brgy. Molino 2, the Gi

SAN PABLO CITY, Laguna – The Prime Alliance of Publishers, Editors, and Reporters (PAPER.PH), Inc. convened its National Press Congress on December 6, celebrating its sixth anniversary with a resolute theme: “Guardians of Accountability: Uniting the Press Against Corruption.” Held at Dioko Resort, the gathering brought together media practitioners, educators, and local officials to underscore the press’s vital role in democracy and address modern challenges to truth and inf

CITY TO TAGAYTAY, Cavite (PIA) – The City Government of Tagaytay has stepped up its advocacy for women’s rights as it joined the annual 18-Day Campaign to End Violence Against Women (VAW) with a series of community-wide activities aimed at raising awareness and strengthening local protection efforts. In partnership with the Barangay Council for the Protection of Children (BCPC) and the Local Committee on Anti-Trafficking and Violence Against Women and Their Children (LCAT-VA

IMUS CITY — More than 520 participants joined the vibrant PWDs’ Festival of Talents held on November 26, 2025, at the City of Imus Sports Complex, celebrating the creativity and abilities of persons with disabilities (PWDs). The program was spearheaded by the Office of the Persons with Disability Affairs (OPDA), with Special Needs Education Program (SNED) Supervisor Riza Garcia serving as resource speaker. City officials, including Vice Mayor Homer T. Saquilayan and members

KAWIT, Cavite — The Kawit Rural Health Unit (RHU) spearheaded a livelihood training program for adolescent mothers in the municipality, equipping participants with practical skills that can help reduce household expenses and provide potential income opportunities. During the activity, young mothers were taught how to produce dishwashing liquid—an affordable, easy-to-make household necessity that can be used for personal consumption or sold as a small home-based business. The

DASMARIÑAS CITY — Micro, small, and medium enterprise owners from across Cavite gathered for the 2025 Cavite MSMEs Business Conference (BizCon) held on November 28 at Elijah Hotel and Residences. The event, organized by the Office of the Provincial Cooperatives Development Officer (OPCDO) in partnership with DTI-Cavite and the Cavite Small and Medium Enterprises Development Council (CaSMEDC), focused on strengthening the digital capabilities of local businesses under the them

The Senate Minority bloc led by Senator Alan Peter Cayetano on Tuesday demanded full transparency in the handling of amendments to the proposed 2026 national budget, warning that unclear authorship of major realignments undermines the integrity of the deliberations. During the period of amendments for House Bill No. 4058 under Committee Report No. 18 or the General Appropriations Bill (GAB) for F.Y. 2026 on December 2, Cayetano questioned the appearance of several large adjus

CAVITE CITY — Christmas cheer is set to fill every home as the City Government of Cavite announced the readiness of 35,000 Noche Buena packs to be distributed to all households across the city. In a display of inclusive public service, the local government emphasized that every family residing in Cavite City will receive a Noche Buena pack—regardless of economic status or registration, as long as they live within the city. Barangays will soon begin releasing stubs that reside