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First Lady leads DSWD payout for indigent seniors
First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos led the ceremonial payout by the Department of Social Welfare and Development of the increased social pension for indigent senior citizens yesterday at the DSWD’s central office in Batasan, Quezon City......»»
SSS savings scheme hits P80 billion
The savings scheme of state-run pension fund Social Security System has collected P80 billion from six million members who are looking for additional investment channels......»»
SSS pushed P300 million into REITs in Q4
Government-run pension funds like SSS and GSIS have significant PSE portfolios, and it is possible to track changes in these portfolios over time using the Top 100 Shareholder disclosures released quarterly by each company......»»
Continue serving with care, compassion, PBBM tells DSWD
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. emphasized the importance of serving the public with care and compassion during the Department of Social Welfare and Development's (DSWD) 73rd anniversary celebration. He commended the DSWD for its continuous efforts in providing aid to disaster victims and the disadvantaged sectors. President Marcos urged the DSWD to treat the poor and vulnerable with kindness and empathy, highlighting the agency's role in uplifting communities. He also noted the significant increase in the agency's budget, particularly for programs such as Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps), senior pension, food catering operations, and the food stamps program. President Marcos emphasized that the DSWD's programs are designed to offer a hand up rather than a handout, aiming to empower individuals and families to improve their circumstances. He underscored the government's commitment to dignified giving and support for those in need, emphasizing the agency's role in providing assistance while promoting self-sufficiency......»»
After 13 years : Marcos to sign bill doubling teaching supply allowance to P10,000
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is set to approve a bill increasing teaching supplies allowance from P5,000 to P10,000 starting School Year (SY) 2025-2026 in a ceremonial signing into law on Monday......»»
Non-lawyers guide to contracts
More than two thirds of people (68 percent) either don’t read or don’t understand contracts they sign for subscriptions or utilities, according to a survey conducted by the University of Law. Signing or agreeing to contracts without fully understanding the fine print and terms and conditions stated in the agreement can be difficult to challenge if anything goes awry and you want to challenge something in the contract being implemented by the supplier or service provider......»»
CFL slammed over plan to abolish sign language unit
The Alliance of Concerned Teachers (ACT) has slammed the Commission on the Filipino Language (CFL) over its plan to dissolve its Filipino Sign Language (FSL) Unit, which would effectively retrench its deaf personnel......»»
Cavite student activist decries harassment
On May 3, Tarra’s parents were again approached by people claiming to be from NTF-ELCAC, including a so-called“supervisor. They showed photos of Tarra participating in various activities and insisted on personally speaking to Tarra out of fear that he might “go to the mountains.” They said that on their next visit, they would like to speak to his parents again with forms and documents for them to sign. The post Cavite student activist decries harassment appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Group hosts Indie film screenings with sign language interpreters
Movie advocacy group EdukSine launched an inclusivity project where Filipino Sign Language was integrated into local Independent film screenings......»»
Marcos: PH, South Korea to sign free trade pact this year
President Marcos believes that the Philippines and South Korea will approve their free trade agreement (FTA) this year. He also aims for a separate deal to grant duty-free access for certain Philippine products to the South Korean market. The FTA, signed in September 2023 during the Association of Southeast Asian Nations summit in Indonesia, is.....»»
From the Newsrooms: April 7 to 20, 2024
"IT'S COMPLICATED." The two words were all President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. had to say about his relationship with the Duterte family. The president and his predecessor however were ready to exchange barbs about various issues, but most prominently, about the "gentleman's agreement" between Rodrigo Duterte and Xi Jinping on the West Philippine Sea (WPS). News picked up every sign of the deepening rift that has cracked Te.....»»
Philippines, New Zealand to sign VFA this year
The Philippines and New Zealand yesterday agreed to enhance military and economic ties, committing to finish a visiting forces pact, elevate their relationship to a comprehensive partnership and boost two-way trade......»»
NGCP, ECCP sign deal to advance renewable energy development
In a landmark move toward fostering innovation and sustainability in the energy landscape of the country, the National Grid Corp. of the Philippines and the European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines have inked an agreement to formalize their commitment to mutually advocate the utilization of renewable energy resources in the Philippines to increase the country’s power supply and energy generation......»»
Daily Gospel, April 16
This is the Daily Gospel for today, April 16, 2024, which is the Tuesday of the Third Week of Easter. READ MORE: Daily Gospel, April 15 Daily Gospel, April 13 Holy Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint John 6, 30-35. The crowd said to Jesus: “What sign can you do, that we may see.....»»
Didn t sign up for this : Lizzo says she quits
Award-winning artist Lizzo released a statement that she is "quitting," clapping back at online critics......»»
Filipino villager to be nailed to a cross for the 35th time on Good Friday to pray for world peace
MANILA, Philippines (AP) — A Filipino villager plans to be nailed to a wooden cross for the 35th time to reenact Jesus Christ’s suffering in a brutal Good Friday tradition he said he would devote to pray for peace in Ukraine, Gaza and the disputed South China Sea. Ruben Enaje, a 63-year-old carpenter and sign.....»»
Manila Archbishop: Washing of feet maintains faithful’s connection to Jesus
In his homily at the Manila Cathedral on the evening of Maundy Thursday, Advincula stressed the importance of the washing of the feet, not merely as a hygienic act but as a sign of one's relationship with Jesus......»»
WATCH: Patricia Evangelista on the craft of storytelling
Registered users and Rappler Communities app users can sign up here for the virtual interview and live chat with the 'Some People Need Killing' author.....»»
Negros Island Region law set for signing
President Marcos is expected to sign the proposed Negros Island Region law, according to lawmakers......»»
Dingdong on Dingdong: Dantes signs unofficial merch
Kapuso star Dingdong Dantes reacted on a Laguna Sanguniang Kabataan councilor's request to sign a Dingdong snack for him. .....»»