Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa declared gambling addiction a public health concern, as he voiced support for proposed legislation seeking to ban or tightly regulate online gambling in the Philippines. Read more »
With rabies-related deaths continuing to climb across the Philippines, a new Senate proposal is pushing for stronger public health measures that address both human and animal needs. Read more »
Online gambling in the Philippines has surged in popularity in recent years, fueled by digital access and marketing. Yet beyond the flashy promise of easy winnings, this trend may cost Filipinos far more than it gains. Read more »
Senator Risa Hontiveros is pushing for stricter regulation on online gambling through Senate Bill 2593, or the proposed “Kontra E-Sugal Act.” Read more »
Senator Bong Go has introduced the Rural Employment Assistance Program (REAP) bill in the Senate, designed to institutionalize TUPAD and bring sustainable job opportunities to the countryside. Read more »
This isn’t about being anti-worker — it’s about being more in touch with realities on the ground. A wage hike without structural reform is akin to fixing a roof using duct tape, in the middle of a storm. Read more »
