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

TANZA, Cavite — The Department of Agriculture–Agricultural Training Institute CALABARZON (DA–ATI CALABARZON), led by Center Director Dr. Rolando V. Maningas, RAgr, took an active role in the two-day COFFEE FIESTA 2025 held December 3–4 at the Tanza Convention Center, reinforcing its commitment to research-based extension and industry collaboration. Organized by the Southern Tagalog Agriculture, Aquatic and Resources Research, Development and Extension Consortium (STAARRDEC),

CAVITE — The holiday season becomes even more festive as SM Supermalls relaunches its highly anticipated Grand Magical Christmas Parade, bringing dazzling performances and joyful cheer to malls across South Luzon. The festivities kicked off at SM City Bacoor, where shoppers were treated to lively dances, vibrant costumes, and heartwarming Christmas music that filled the mall with excitement. The Christmas celebration continues on December 6 at SM City Dasmariñas, followed by

GEN. TRIAS, Cavite — A stronger push for community resilience took center stage on November 26–27 as Grade 7 students of Luis Ferrer Sr. National High School participated in an Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) campaign on Disaster Education for Flood. The two-day program aimed to strengthen disaster preparedness among young learners through innovative, interactive, and technology-driven approaches. Organized by the Cavite Information and Advocacy – Flood Resili

Trece Martires City, Cavite — November 18, 2025. The Agricultural Training Institute (ATI) CALABARZON gathered media partners, coconut farmers, and exhibitors for its Coco Fiesta Media Hour: Huntahan sa Pagniniyugan held at SM City Trece Martires. The event served as a platform to highlight ongoing programs and new initiatives aimed at revitalizing the coconut industry across the region. Mr. Bibiano C. Concibido, Jr., Regional Manager III of the Philippine Coconut Authority (

CITY OF BACOOR, Cavite (PIA) — Nearly 200 Informal Settler Families (ISFs) from several barangays in Bacoor received financial assistance and relief packs from the city government as part of its ongoing support for residents relocated from danger zones such as riverbanks and coastal areas. The distribution was facilitated through the City Housing, Urban Development & Resettlement Department (HUDRD), led by Atty. Aimee T. Neri, with Mayor Strike Revilla personally overseeing t

“May systematic na attack sa Senate.” This was Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano’s warning on Thursday, October 23, as various controversies continue to be thrown against a number of senators amid investigations into the flood control scandal. “Makikita n’yo ngayon in context ng flood control na talagang y’ung iba sa amin ay target talaga,” he told reporters in an interview. “Kasi nga big news. ‘Philippine senator ganito, another senator ganito, congressman ganito ga

Success doesn’t happen instantly. It is built one step, one commitment, and one brave decision at a time. For Snooky Sardan, becoming successful in their business venture wasn’t about luck, but about being hands-on, working hard every day, and never being afraid to take a significant risk. What began as a simple effort to support her family soon grew into a thriving business. Snooky grew up in Antique in a family of seven siblings with farmer parents. She graduated with a Bac

Mekeni Food Corporation proudly marked its 40th founding anniversary with the theme “40 Years, May Kwento sa Bawat Timpla,” celebrating four decades of quality, innovation, and meaningful stories shared with Filipino families. Media representatives from South Luzon gathered for the milestone event, joining company executives in honoring Mekeni’s journey from a humble family enterprise to one of the country’s most trusted and award-winning food manufacturers. Central to the ce

IMUS CITY – Mahigit 40 residente ng Bayan Luma ang lumahok sa meat processing training na isinagawa ng Office of the City Cooperatives Development Officer noong Huwebes, Nobyembre 13, 2025, sa Bayan Luma 7 Barangay Hall. Ang aktibidad ay bahagi ng patuloy na programa ng Pamahalaang Lungsod ng Imus para suportahan ang kabuhayan ng mga Imuseño sa pamamagitan ng pagbibigay ng praktikal na kaalaman at karagdagang kasanayan. Pinangunahan ang pagsasanay ni Charis Geronimo, na nagba

General Trias City, Cavite — November 14, 2025 — Nearly 400 beneficiaries of the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps), together with City and Municipal Links from various local government units across Cavite, gathered at the General Trias Sports Park in Santiago, General Trias City for the 2025 4Ps Family Day Celebration. This year’s theme, “Pamilya’y Matibay, sa 4Ps ay Tagumpay,” underscored the importance of strong, resilient families and the dedication of frontline wo