The House of Representatives received a bill forbidding people from standing in parking spots to reserve them. Akbayan Representative Percival Cendaña, filed the new House Bill 11076, also known as the proposed "Mindful Parking" Act. Read more »
In response to the rising number of dengue cases across the Philippines, the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) has announced a substantial increase in its benefit package for severe dengue. Read more »
In order to improve public services and local administration, the Iligan City government has teamed up with tech firm Mata Technologies to create cutting-edge, tech-driven solutions. Read more »
The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) will hold the Road to Zero Waste Summit, an event focusing on sustainable waste management and developing a circular economy, on November 5 and 6 at Unilab Bayanihan Center in Pasig City. Read more »
The World Health Organization's (WHO) Global Tuberculosis Report 2024 highlights the continuing crisis of tuberculosis (TB) worldwide, with the Philippines ranking among the top five countries responsible for a staggering 56% of global TB cases. Read more »
The traditional burial practices of indigenous groups like the Tboli and Blaan are quietly disappearing, overshadowed by modern customs. Yet, in some remote areas, these rituals endure, offering a glimpse into a rich cultural heritage that binds communities to their ancestors. Read more »
