By DIANN IVY C. CALUCINCutting the red tape in local government transactions was the first major step that Manila Mayor Honey Lacuna-Pangan took to make life better for Manileños.This step has greatly improved the people’s access to Manila City Hall services through Lacuna-Pangan’s flagship program – Kalinga sa Maynila - which allows her administration to prioritize public health, social welfare, and education.“This is why we have our Kalinga sa Maynila …
By HANNAH NICOLMayor Dale Gonzalo “Along” Malapitan’s core principle of “Aksyon at Malasakit” has become the driving force behind Caloocan City’s improvements in healthcare, education, social welfare, and economic growth.“Our brand of governance in the City of Caloocan has always been one that puts the needs of people in front of everything else. From the very start, …
By FREDDIE VELEZ"My philosophy on public service is simple: because the power resides on the people, and being the Bulacan governor, I must reciprocate the trust of my countrymen by serving them with all diligence and honesty."Governor Daniel R. Fernando said this as he emphasized that he always puts the welfare of his people first, with the honor of serving others reposed upon him as a gift from the Almighty. Fernando …
By KRISTEL SATUMBAGAHeartbreaks came through in the succeeding editions as none even came close to the medal rounds in the 2000 Atlanta, 2004 Athens, 2008 Beijing, and 2012 London. Then came weightlifter Hidilyn Diaz.The Philippines has come a long way from becoming the first Southeast Asian country to participate in the 1924 Olympics to producing champions in two consecutive editions …
By JUNEP OCAMPOA Ramon Magsaysay Awardee, he is known as the ‘father and dean of agriculture journalism.’ His work was his mission.Among agriculture journalists in the Philippines, no name resonates more deeply than Zacarias “Zac” Bolong Sarian’s. A Ramon Magsaysay Awardee, he is known as the “father and dean of agriculture journalism.”His work was his mission. He championed farmers, fishers, and agripreneurs, making their struggles and triumphs not only …
By Art Samaniego, ICT Head, Manila BulletinThe Manila Bulletin’s journey from a modest newspaper to a multimedia powerhouse mirrors the broader story of human progress.As I sit at my desk in the IT department of the Manila Bulletin, reflecting on its 125th anniversary, I can’'t help but marvel at the remarkable transformations life has undergone …
The rising prices of basic goods continue to be a challenge to many, especially those who have to eke out a living. Recognizing this issue, President Marcos has vowed to make locally produced products cheaper and more accessible to the public. One way of fulfilling this promise is through the launch of the “Kadiwa ng Pangulo” stores.Originally launched …
As one of the most celebrated pieces of legislation in recent history, the free college tuition law has transformed the country’s outlook on education as it has strengthened the right of every Filipino to study at the tertiary level.Enacted in 2017 by former president Rodrigo Duterte, Republic Act (RA) No. 10931, or the Universal Access …
