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Libreng sakay is back! The LTFRB brings back the ‘Libreng Sakay’ program with a PHP1.3 billion budget, serving popular routes, including EDSA.

The Philippines takes steps towards a national strategy for deep-sea mining, aiming to sustainably explore and exploit abundant mineral resources beyond national jurisdiction.

Senator Jinggoy Estrada supports the bill, providing free college entrance exams to deserving underprivileged students and expanding opportunities for higher education.

Senator Bong Go urgently calls for action to address rising inflation and increased spending on commodities, aiming to prioritize the welfare of Filipino households.

Senator Chiz Escudero fights for deserving government employees, proposing automatic promotions upon retirement to ensure a comfortable life after years of service.

House Representatives and the Department of Social Welfare and Development launched the “Malaya Rice Project,” distributing aid and rice to 2.5 million Filipinos, easing rice burdens.

President Marcos Jr. boosts rice farmers’ productivity by utilizing excess funds from the Rice Competitiveness Enhancement Fund.

Breast cancer raised as a a major concern in the Philippines, with late-stage diagnoses due to inadequate treatment and awareness.

The Philippines and Namibia forge stronger ties in trade, agriculture, and technical cooperation for mutual growth and development.

Despite the growth slowdown, the government disclosed that the Philippines’ economy remains one of the fastest in Asia, boosting job opportunities and revitalizing industries.