Supreme Court rules same-sex couples may co-own properties

By Benjamin Pulta | Philippine News Agency Same-sex couples who live together may be recognized as co-owners of properties under the Family Code as long as their individual contributions can be proven, according to a Supreme Court (SC) ruling. In a 14-page decision...

Blue Ribbon report on flood control recommends probe vs. 3 senators —Lacson

By Wilnard Bacelonia | Philippine News Agency Senate President Pro Tempore and Blue Ribbon Committee chair Panfilo Lacson said Tuesday the panel’s report on alleged flood control anomalies includes findings involving incumbent Senators Francis Escudero, Joel Villanueva, and Jinggoy Estrada. Lacson reiterated that...

DOH eyeing to include PhilHealth direct contributors under zero balance billing

By Brian Campued The Department of Health (DOH) is studying the possible expansion of the zero balance billing (ZBB) policy to cover pay wards or shared rooms in all DOH-run hospitals, according to Malacañang. In a press briefing, Palace Press Officer and Undersecretary...

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NCC steps up campaign vs. online sexual abuse of children

By Ma. Teresa Montemayor | Philippine News Agency The National Coordinating Center Against Online Sexual Abuse or Exploitation of Children and Child Sexual Abuse or Exploitation Materials (NCC-OSAEC-CSAEM) has intensified its nationwide awareness and prevention efforts as the Philippines marks Safer Internet...