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Senators praise Comelec for suspending people’s initiative proceedings

MANILA, Philippines —  Senators rejoiced at the decision of the Commission on Elections (Comelec) to suspend all proceedings related to a people’s initiative aimed at amending the 1987 Constitution, saying that it is nothing but a victory for the Filipino people. Senate Majority Leader Joel Villanueva, in a statement, said the Philippine government has finally.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJan 29th, 2024

Speaker hits senators’ ‘very toxic rhetoric’ vs House

Speaker Martin Romualdez yesterday hit back at senators, asking them to “just focus on their jobs instead of attacking the lower chamber.”.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 26th, 2024

No LEDAC; Marcos Jr. meets separately with senators, congressmen

Amid feuding over the people’s initiative to amend the Constitution, President Marcos met separately yesterday with congressmen and senators instead of convening the Legislative-Executive Development Advisory Council......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 25th, 2024

Bill ensuring employability of seniors gets House nod

Efforts to ensure employment for senior citizens gained a boost after the House committee on ways and means yesterday approved a bill providing for it......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 20th, 2024

Philippine hosting of FIVB world men s volley tilt gains full backing from First Lady

The Philippines’ solo hosting of the FIVB Volleyball Men’s World Championship 2025 took one giant stride after First Lady Liza Araneta Marcos vowed her full support during an historic organizational meeting in Malacañang on Tuesday......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 1st, 2024

Philippines welcomes G7 backing in South China Sea dispute

In a meeting communiqué, G7 foreign ministers expressed their concerns about the situation in the South China Sea and stressed there is no legal basis for China’s expansive maritime claims in the strategic waterway. .....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 21st, 2024

Janella Salvador thankful for fans backing after viral It s Showtime guesting

Janella Salvador appreciated her fans' gestures and show of support after several online users found her remark on "It's Showtime" as "rude." .....»»

Category: entertainmentSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 7th, 2024

House not keen on backing Senate’s wage hike

Officials of the House of Representatives are not keen on supporting the Senate-approved P100 legislated wage hike, citing reasons such as the capacity of employers to implement the measure......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 15th, 2024

Long-term measures vs floods key OCD priority

Boosting river basin management and other measures to mitigate the risk of flooding in flood-prone areas in the country will gain needed backing from the Office of Civil Defense (OCD)......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 7th, 2024

6 Catholic bishops demand protection for Filipino fishers from Chinese aggression

Six Catholic bishops in dioceses with fisher communities have issued a rare appeal for the government to bring the full might of the law against Chinese vessels harassing Filipino fisherfolk, backing international action to stem China’s “forcible occupation” of Philippine maritime zones......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 5th, 2024

‘Martilyo’ boys deliver for SMB

San Miguel Beer reserve Don Trollano isn’t backing down from his job of coming off the bench to provide instant offense and tough defense......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 3rd, 2024

Philippine aquatics community welcomes Malacañang backing of Asian Age Group tilt

The Philippine aquatics community is now abuzz with excitement following the recent presidential declaration of support for the country's hosting of the 11th Asian Age Group Championships......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 22nd, 2024

Private firms to bankroll P18 billion Pasig rehab

The country’s top businessmen are backing the government’s rehabilitation of the Pasig River, a vital waterway and prominent landmark and tourist attraction......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 20th, 2024

Foreign chambers seek approval of Konektadong Pinoy bill

Foreign business groups are urging the government to immediately approve the Konektadong Pinoy bill to expand internet access in the country......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 9th, 2024

Davao Light encourages customers to conserve energy to avoid bill shock

Davao Light encourages customers to conserve energy to avoid bill shock.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMay 9th, 2024

Globe welcomes progress of Senate bill to enable site blocking

Globe welcomes progress of Senate bill to enable site blocking.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMay 9th, 2024

House bill seeks to postpone BSKE anew

A bill seeking to postpone the barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan elections scheduled on Dec. 1 next year has been filed before the House of Representatives......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 8th, 2024

Approval of agricultural economic sabotage bill sought

Tobacco growers urged Congress to convene the bicameral conference committee to iron out disagreeing provisions and approve the Anti-Agricultural Economic Sabotage bill before President Marcos’ State of the Nation Address......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 2nd, 2024

Senado kinalampag sa natural gas industry bill

Pinaaapura ng dalawang kongresista sa Senado ang pagpapatibay ng panukala upang mailatag ang polisiya ng gobyerno sa natural gas industry. The post Senado kinalampag sa natural gas industry bill first appeared on Abante......»»

Category: newsSource:  abanteRelated NewsApr 29th, 2024

Iraq passes bill sentencing same-sex acts to 10-15 years’ jail

Iraq’s parliament passed a bill on Saturday criminalizing same-sex relations, which will receive a sentence of up to 15 years in prison, in a move rights groups condemned as an “attack on human rights.” Transgender people will be sentenced to three years’ jail under the amendments to a 1988 anti-prostitution law, which were adopted during.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 28th, 2024