On July 30, the House of Representatives voted overwhelmingly to pass House Bill (HB) No.10439, known as the “Access to Medical Cannabis Act.” Read more »
The advertising firm Gigil, which created the contentious "Gil Tulog Avenue" publicity stunt, has responded to the controversy, stating that they are now using "stringent measures" to ensure that it doesn't happen again. Read more »
President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. has taken a decisive step to ban all Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGOs), signaling a major policy shift aimed at enhancing national security and economic integrity. Read more »
Senator Cynthia A. Villar, known for her environmental advocacy, recently highlighted the critical importance of preserving natural habitats for birds during her Welcome Remarks at the Anniversary of the Wild Bird Club of the Philippines and Launching of the 13th Asian Bird Fair. Read more »
Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian, the chair of the Senate Committee on Basic Education, has introduced a bill that would forbid basic education teachers and pupils from using cell phones or other electronic devices in the classroom. Read more »
The Department of Health (DOH) just declared the first-ever instance of e-cigarette or vaping use-associated lung injury (EVALI)-related fatality in the country. Read more »
