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New TWG to harmonize DepEd, CHED, BARMM education programs

Manila, March 25 -- A technical working group (TWG) will be formed to harmonize education policies and programs between national agencies and the Bangsamoro government following the presentation of a ... Read More


GSIS opens solar loan for gov't workers; backs energy security push

Manila, March 25 -- Government workers can now borrow up to PHP500,000 at 5 percent interest to install solar panels under a new loan program aimed at reducing electricity costs and supporting energy ... Read More


Senator backs pay cuts of lawmakers to finance fuel, cash aid

Manila, March 25 -- Voluntary pay cuts among government officials may help augment funding for fuel subsidies and cash assistance amid the oil crisis, a senator said Wednesday. Senator Joseph Victor ... Read More


PH chairship key to advancing ASEAN fuel-sharing deal - Escudero

Manila, March 24 -- The Philippines' chairship of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) this year provides an opportunity to advance a regional fuel-sharing mechanism amid global oil supp... Read More


BARMM aligns policies, budgets with new 3-year dev't agenda

Manila, March 24 -- The Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) government is aligning its policies, budgets, and development plans under a new three-year agenda aimed at strengthening... Read More


DEPDev outlines mitigation plan vs. fuel-driven inflation

Manila, March 24 -- The Department of Economy, Planning, and Development (DEPDev) on Tuesday proposed a package of short- and long-term measures to cushion the impact of rising fuel prices and inflati... Read More


Senators back crisis committee for coordinated response to oil crisis

Manila, March 24 -- Senators said Tuesday the creation of a government crisis committee would ensure a coordinated response to the impact of the ongoing Middle East conflict on fuel supply and food se... Read More


Senate probe sought on Roblox, online gaming platforms

Manila, March 23 -- Senator Risa Hontiveros is seeking a Senate inquiry into Roblox and other online gaming platforms over potential risks to children, including exposure to online sexual abuse, groom... Read More


Senators push expanded aid, united response amid oil price hikes

Manila, March 23 -- Senators called on Monday for a coordinated government response and expanded support measures to cushion the impact of rising oil prices amid tensions in the Middle East. Senator ... Read More


Middle class also needs targeted aid amid price surge - Aquino

Manila, March 20 -- The middle class, including minimum wage earners and small business owners who fall outside traditional government aid programs, needs targeted assistance as rising global oil pric... Read More