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Labor group to help gov’t end child labor

MANILA -- A labor organization on Monday vowed to support the government's efforts to fight child labor. Julius Cainglet, vice president of the Federation of Free Workers (FFW) said they are willing to...

Peace, also media’s concern

ZAMBOANGA CITY -- The Office of the Presidential Adviser on the Peace Process (OPAPP) acknowledged the crucial role the media plays in helping the Filipino people better understand the Bangsamoro peace process. “Their...

DA sets price caps for 8 food items in Metro Manila

MANILA -- The Department of Agriculture (DA) has set limits to retail prices of eight agricultural commodities sold in Metro Manila, warning sellers face sanctions for charging customers more than what's allowed. At...

DILG to involve village execs in environment protection

MANILA--The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) on Monday said that it will ensure that all barangay (village) officials, including the newly-elected ones, will be actively involved in the...

Whale shark sighting means Boracay cleanup successful: Palace

MANILA – The presence of a whale shark off Boracay Island shows that the efforts to bring back the pristine waters of the popular tourist destination has succeeded, Malacañang said Monday. Presidential Spokesperson...

Gov’t urged to utilize GAD fund to curb all forms of sexual harassment

MANILA -- The United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women, commonly known as UN Women, on Monday urged the government to utilize its gender and development (GAD) fund...

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