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What Does The 2025 Budget Promise?
The promise of P20-per-kilo rice, a cornerstone of his campaign, has been shelved.
Left Behind by a Fast-paced World
Before making any 'economic amendments' to the Constitution, it is imperative that we first identify, acknowledge and understand what the...
State of Calamity Declared in Santa Rosa Due to Pertussis
Whooping Cough is spreading in the city.
Inclusive Healthcare Starts from the Heart
Quezon Province's Mission to Bring Medical Care to Remote Communities.
Araw ng Biñan 2024: Celebrating the City’s Progress and Heritage
Biñan City in Laguna celebrates progress grandly.
Building Futures
Biñan City Launches New PUP Campus to Elevate Educational Access and Opportunity
Injustice and poverty causes child sexual abuse
Millions of children suffer some form of child sexual abuse in the Philippines every year. Most of the victims are from poor families.
Santa Rosa and Toyota to launch free book and ride community shuttle for citizens
Citizens of Santa Rosa will soon have access to free transportation through the Toyota Community Shuttle
Success in giving new life to former jailed youth
The Preda Foundation home is an alternative to jail providing a caring and supporting environment where the youth can grow and change.
What to Defend Against
What has the Philippine military been doing all these years? What is it busy with now?
Children are traumatized by long wait for justice
There is a clear need for more prosecutors and a special Children’s Court, so that victims may be given justice.
The Shameless Practice of ‘Confidential Funds’
The reasons used to justify the use of confidential funds have become flimsier with each passing year, yet those in power still defend it.
Media Freedom and Repressive Regimes: A Forever Conflict
The enduring and acrimonious battle for media freedom looms as a significant impediment to the nation's democratic ambitions.
Shining Bright: Philippines' Largest Floating Solar Power Project to Illuminate Luzon Grid
Soon, the Luzon grid will have more power from solar farms in Laguna Lake.
Navigating Troubled Waters
The ongoing China-Philippines territorial disputes in the West Philippine Sea is a defining moment for Filipinos...and the entire world.
Innovative Waste-to-Energy Venture Takes Root in Laguna, Propelling Sustainability Efforts
Integrated Green Technology Visayas Inc. has unveiled its intent to put up 2 high tech waste-to-energy plants in Laguna.
Philippine Military Raises Alarm as Chinese Fishing Vessels Swarm West Philippine Sea
The number of Chinese fishing vessels swarming around Iroquois reef has skyrocketed from a mere dozen to a staggering 47.
Mitigating the Impending Dry Spell: Agriculture Department's Proactive Measures in Region IV-A
The Department of Agriculture in Region IV-A has initiated proactive measures to mitigate the looming El Niño
Rebel Return: 16 Alleged NPA Members Surrender to Government Forces in Batangas and Laguna
Government forces in Batangas and Laguna provinces have received the surrender of at least 16 alleged New People's Army (NPA) rebels.
Coffee facility projected to spur growth in Laguna town
Santa Maria, Laguna is about to get a "coffee" boost
Philippines Embarks on Ambitious Railway Project to Transform Commuting and Trade
Construction has commenced on the North-South Commuter Railway Project
The pursuit of justice for victim/survivors of child abuse
It is vital that duty-bearers in the community listen to children tell their stories.
Why Duterte's drug war alone could already qualify him as the Philippines' worst president
Why Duterte's drug war alone could already qualify him as the Philippines' worst president
Solon says rehabbing Laguna Lake means ‘Gains for whole PH’, good for tourism
Congressman Dan Fernandez has called on national government agencies and local stakeholders to help rehabilitate Laguna Lake.
Hard-working Citizens of Santa Rosa City Recognized in the 2023 “Sikhayan” Festival
Mayor Arlene said it is the citizens’ hard work that was the key to the development of Santa Rosa.
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