The Philippines is stepping up its call for stronger safeguards for Filipino seafarers as thousands of maritime workers remain caught in a dangerous situation around the Strait of Hormuz. Read more »
The Philippines and the United States are expanding their health partnership through a five-year agreement focused on improving the country’s response to HIV and tuberculosis (TB). Read more »
A new facility dedicated to protecting women and children facing difficult circumstances is set to rise in Alabang, Muntinlupa City, following its groundbreaking on Monday at the Haven for Women. Read more »
Sen. Francis "Chiz" Escudero is advocating stricter regulation of gambling promotions through a proposed measure that would prohibit gambling-related advertisements and sponsorships across the country. Read more »
Leaders in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) have been encouraged to prioritize employment, education, and poverty reduction while maximizing the region's natural resources to improve the lives of Bangsamoro communities. Read more »
Iloilo City is banking on a new P2.3-billion Integrated Solid Waste Management Facility (ISWMF) to strengthen its waste management system as the limited number of Materials Recovery Facilities (MRFs) across its barangays continues to hamper proper garbage segregation and disposal. Read more »
