A SENATOR is studying the possibility of filing a bill seeking to ban the use of mobile phones by learners in elementary and senior high school classrooms during school hours.
Friday, April 26, 2024
Senate probe into alleged doctor-pharma prescription collusion pushed
SENATOR JOSEPH Victor “JV” Ejercito on Thursday filed a resolution seeking inquiry into alleged “pyramiding scheme” involving doctors and pharmaceutical companies.
BFAR lowers import volume for upcoming closed fishing season
THE BUREAU of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) on Friday confirmed a lower import volume of fish for the October to December closed fishing season.
Earth's rotation slowing, making days longer, scientists say
RECENT DATA from atomic clocks showed the Earth's rotational speed may be slowing, leading to longer days, according to the time and date website (timeanddate.com).
DOE: PH has over 4K MW new power supply in 2024 to boost grid
DEPARTMENT OF Energy (DOE) Undersecretary Rowena Cristina Guevara said there are at least 4,164.92 megawatts of new power supply that will come online this year to address the growing electricity demand in the country.
OPAPRU, Lanao Norte ink program pact for ex-MILF members
THE OFFICE of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation, and Unity (OPAPRU) and Lanao del Norte’s provincial government signed a memorandum of agreement for the implementation of the Localizing Normalization Implementation (LNI) program for former Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) members.
BARMM leaders form coalition ahead of 2025 polls
ZAMBOANGA CITY - Political leaders in the Muslim autonomous region have banded together to form a formidable coalition ahead of next year's midterm polls.
𝐀𝐥𝐲𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐚 𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐠𝐚 𝐁𝐀𝐑𝐌𝐌 𝐩𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬, 𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐥𝐮𝐧𝐬𝐚𝐝 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐚 𝐬𝐚 𝐦𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐲𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐧 𝐬𝐚 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓
ISANG MALAKAS at malawak na alyansa ng mga BARMM political parties ang inilunsad kamakailan lamang na may layuning isulong ang peace at unity, inclusive governance at development, at ang pagsunod sa peace process sa Bangsamoro region.
Sulu to get more aid, projects
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| Sulu government photo shows Sen. Imee Marcos posing with Gov. Sakur Tan and municipal mayors flashing the victory/peace sign during her recent visit to the province. |
SULU – Governor Sakur Tan praised Senator Imee Marcos for visiting the province and pledged to support peace and development programs of the provincial government, including the tourism and agricultural and fisheries industries here.
Bangsamoro Health Care Subsidy Program bill gains support in Lanao del Sur
MARAWI CITY — Several groups in Lanao del Sur have expressed their support for Parliament Bill No. 24, or the Bangsamoro Health Care Subsidy Program, which aims to address the healthcare needs of conflict-affected populations in the region.
Potable water for villagers
MAGUINDANAO DEL SUR - With the completion of a water system construction project at the village of Pagagawan in Datu Montawal town here, residents can now enjoy the convenience and health benefits of having reliable access to clean and safe drinking water.
BTA Health committee vows to address issues
COTABATO CITY - In a recent virtual meeting, the Bangsamoro Parliament’s Health Committee convened to tackle pressing health issues affecting the region, including the measles outbreak, Health Emergency Allowance (HEA), and the delayed release of health workers' salaries.
Islamic institutions granted financial aid
COTABATO CITY - Recognizing the role of Islamic institutions in promoting peace in the Bangsamoro region, two prominent institutions from Marawi City and ligan City have been granted financial assistance from the office of Member of Parliament Said Shiek.
Lawmaker provides cash aid, solar lights for IP communities
COTABATO CITY - To help improve the living conditions of Indigenous Peoples (IP) communities within the Special Geographic Area, the Office of the Member of Parliament, Dr. Kadil Sinolinding Jr., provided cash aid and solar lights.
Multi-purpose center to rise in MSU-Sulu
SULU - The Office of Deputy Floor Leader Atty. Jose Lorena led the groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of a multi-purpose human development training center at Mindanao State University-Sulu Main Campus in Patikul town.
Basilan projects lauded
BASILAN - Deputy Speaker Atty. Laisa Alamia led the turnover of a child-friendly facility and the installation of solar-powered street lights in Basilan province with provincial and city government leaders praising the projects.
Public consultations on proposed Bangsamoro Revenue Code all set
COTABATO CITY - The Committee on Ways and Means has approved its calendar of activities for BTA Bill No. 286, or the proposed Bangsamoro Revenue Code (BRC).
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