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Not in aid for election
The well-intentioned ayuda of the government that targets to tide over inflation-impacted middle income families will remain under a cloud of uncertainty without an enabling law. In particular, this will be the fate of the P26.7-billion Ayuda para sa Kapos ang Kita Program that has become the bone of contention of lawmakers feuding over alleged use of the newest ayuda program of the government to push Charter change......»»
DavNor vice guv denies involvement in ayuda scam
The Vice Governor of Davao del Norte has denied any involvement in the alleged ayuda scam following claims made during a Senate hearing chaired by Senator Ronald Bato Dela Rosa. The hearing revealed that public officials in Davao de Oro and Davao del Norte were linked to illegally using cash assistance from the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) and funds from the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) for political campaigns. Vice Governor De Carlo Oyo Uy refuted the allegations, stating that there is no truth to the claims. In response, Governor Edwin Kuya Gov Jubahib emphasized that he was protecting the welfare of his constituents and the country's budget. He called for the punishment of those involved. The governor had previously requested an investigation into the ayuda scam after individuals in the provinces received less than the intended assistance. The vice governor announced plans for a separate investigation to clear his name and clarified that the DSWD is solely responsible for the identification, assessment, validation, and distribution of cash assistance to beneficiaries......»»
FACT CHECK: One-time P10,000 benefits for senior citizens false
The YouTube Channel Balitang Pinas made a video claiming senior citizens or persons aged 60 years old and above who have obtained their senior citizen’s ID can now obtain a financial incentive worth 10,000 pesos......»»
Over 59,000 Indians acquired US citizenship in 2023, making up 6.7 pc of total new citizens: Report
Washington, DC [US], February 12 (ANI): Over 59,000 Indians were enlisted as bona fide US citizens in 2023, helping the country secure the second slot for the top source country for new citizens in America after Mexico, the annual progress report for 2023, released recently by the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) stated. According to the official report, nearly 8.7 lakh foreign nationals became US citizens.....»»
Over 59,000 Indians acquired US citizenship in 2023, making up 6.7 pc of total new citizens: Report
Washington, DC [US], February 12 (ANI): Over 59,000 Indians were enlisted as bona fide US citizens in 2023, helping the country secure the second slot for the top source country for new citizens in America after Mexico, the annual progress report for 2023, released recently by the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) stated. According to the official report, nearly 8.7 lakh foreign nationals became US citizens.....»»
Ang Kapangyarihan ng Pagbabasa: Susi sa Tagumpay at Kaalaman
Pahintulutan ninyo akong simulan ang kolum na ito sa isang maikling tula na aking isinulat… “Salamin ng Kaalaman” Sa mundong abala sa TikTok at Facebook, Sa Netflix, kung saan oras ay abot-langit, Huwag natin kalimutang bumalik, Sa mga pahina ng aklat na puno ng lihim. Sa mga libro’y mundo’y lalo pang lumalawak, Kaalamang walang hanggang […] The post Ang Kapangyarihan ng Pagbabasa: Susi sa Tagumpay at Kaalaman first appeared on Abante......»»
Ang Kapangyarihan ng Pagbabasa: Susi sa Tagumpay at Kaalaman
Pahintulutan ninyo akong simulan ang kolum na ito sa isang maikling tula na aking isinulat… “Salamin ng Kaalaman” Sa mundong abala sa TikTok at Facebook, Sa Netflix, kung saan oras ay abot-langit, Huwag natin kalimutang bumalik, Sa mga pahina ng aklat na puno ng lihim. Sa mga libro’y mundo’y lalo pang lumalawak, Kaalamang walang hanggang […] The post Ang Kapangyarihan ng Pagbabasa: Susi sa Tagumpay at Kaalaman first appeared on Abante......»»
Ang Kapangyarihan ng Pagbabasa: Susi sa Tagumpay at Kaalaman
Pahintulutan ninyo akong simulan ang kolum na ito sa isang maikling tula na aking isinulat… “Salamin ng Kaalaman” Sa mundong abala sa TikTok at Facebook, Sa Netflix, kung saan oras ay abot-langit, Huwag natin kalimutang bumalik, Sa mga pahina ng aklat na puno ng lihim. Sa mga libro’y mundo’y lalo pang lumalawak, Kaalamang walang hanggang […] The post Ang Kapangyarihan ng Pagbabasa: Susi sa Tagumpay at Kaalaman first appeared on Abante......»»
Ang Kapangyarihan ng Pagbabasa: Susi sa Tagumpay at Kaalaman
Pahintulutan ninyo akong simulan ang kolum na ito sa isang maikling tula na aking isinulat… “Salamin ng Kaalaman” Sa mundong abala sa TikTok at Facebook, Sa Netflix, kung saan oras ay abot-langit, Huwag natin kalimutang bumalik, Sa mga pahina ng aklat na puno ng lihim. Sa mga libro’y mundo’y lalo pang lumalawak, Kaalamang walang hanggang […] The post Ang Kapangyarihan ng Pagbabasa: Susi sa Tagumpay at Kaalaman first appeared on Abante......»»
Hearings set on higher senior, PWD discounts
The government is set to hold public consultations this week on the rules for the plan to raise the monthly discount cap on basic necessities and prime commodities for senior citizens and persons with disabilities (PWDs) to P500, according to the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI)......»»
Filing of complaints now easier with CARe System – DTI
The DTI introduced the DTI Consumer Complaints Assistance and Resolution System (CARe System) to the general public on 13 October 2023 held at the New World Hotel Manila......»»
DTI, Google to Empower MSMEs and Jobseekers to be Digitally Ready
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) and Google Philippines announced their collaboration to help Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and jobseekers to be more digitally adept in a US Trade Mission meeting last March 11, 2024, held in Malacañang. DTI Secretary Fred Pascual expressed his appreciation of the partnership with Google and said […].....»»
DTI allows manufacturers to downsize certain goods to offset rising costs
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) announced on Wednesday that manufacturers of essential goods can maintain profitability amid rising production costs by reducing product sizes or weights, instead of increasing prices. Trade Assistant Secretary Amanda Marie Nograles explained during the televised Bangon Pilipinas briefing that the DTI permitted this adjustment for.....»»
1,314 indigent Victorias senior citizens receive first semester stipend
1,314 indigent Victorias senior citizens receive first semester stipend.....»»
Lightning strikes kill 3 senior citizens in Cagayan
Three senior citizens have died while another has been injured in lightning strikes in Cagayan......»»
Mandaue senior citizens allowance to go up by P2K
MANDAUE CITY, Philippines – Registered Mandaue senior citizens will soon receive a P2,000 increase in their yearly financial assistance. Currently, elders in Mandaue City are receiving P8,000 in financial assistance annually. With the increase, their take home incentive will go up to P10,000. Mayor Jonas Cortes on Thursday, April 18, said that this is to.....»»
FACT CHECK: P20K automatic monthly pension for senior citizens false
A YouTube channel, Tita Kitkat TV claims that the government will now provide an automatic P20,000 monthly social pension for all senior citizens......»»
Mandaue City changes venue for cash aid distribution due to intense heat
MANDAUE CITY, Philippines – Mandaue City will make adjustments to the distribution of financial assistance for senior citizens due to the intense heat. Earlier, the Office of the Senior Citizens Affairs in Mandaue City posted the schedule for the distribution of the first tranche of cash assistance from April 16 to 24. The schedule also.....»»
House panel OKs tax breaks for companies hiring senior citizens
Under the bill, companies hiring elderly workers can avail of a 25% tax reduction of the amount paid to salaries, wages and benefits and trainings for senior citizens. .....»»
Senior citizens in Cebu City to receive cash aid starting March 21
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Around 90,500 Cebu City senior citizens are eligible to receive their cash aid for the first quarter of 2024 starting March 21, according to the head of the agency overseeing the affairs of the city’s elders. OSCA Head, Lawyer Homer Cabaral, told CDN Digital in an interview on Thursday, March 14,.....»»