Public Affairs

Diskusyon – LTFRB to implement new ID and database for taxi drivers

The number of crimes involving taxi drivers in the country is increasing, with the latest being a woman who was shot four times after the driver took her belongings. Miracurously, the woman survived and was able to recover her bag, laptop, cellphone and money. Even traffic enforcer Isaac Mariano of the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority was victimized, his motorcycle and radio taken. In answer to this, the LTFRB plans to implement a new ID system. […]

Diskusyon – Controversial issues being investigated by the Senate Blue Ribbon Committee

The Senate Blue Ribbo Committee is currently probing various controversial issues in aid of legislation. Under the leadership of Senator Teofisto Guingona III, Chairman of Peace, Unification and Reconciliation, each issue is examined thoroughly – including issues about health like the Ebola virus. Senator Guingona asks the media to be responsible in its reportage to prevent public panic. So far, the Philippines remains Ebola-free. Other issues being investigated by the Senate Blue Ribbon Committee includes […]

Road repairs continue this weekend – DPWH

QUEZON CITY, 21 November (PIA) – The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) will continue road repairs and reblocking starting 10:00 PM of Friday, November 21 until Monday, November 25 at 5:00 AM. According to DPWH, motorists should expect build-up of traffic in the following areas: Southbound – along Fairview Avenue from Camaro St. to Marlboro St. (3rd lane); Mindanao Avenue (2nd and 3rd lane); Commonwealth Avenue from Bicol-Leyte St. to Pedestrian Overpass of […]

Diskusyon – VP Jejomar Binay Faces Controversial Issues

These past months, Vice President Jejomar Binay was faced with several controversial issues. It all started with the construction of the allegedly over-priced Makati City Hall Building 2, which costed Php 2.2 billion. In his defense, the camp of Vice-President Binay said that the building is world-class and made with exceptional materials, and that his political enemies have already pre-judged the issue. Several senators, including Senator Koko Pimentel and Senator Antonio Trillanes IV conducted an […]

Diskusyon – “Yolanda” – one year after

It was on the fateful day of November 8, 2013 when the most powerful storm recorded in the history of the country ravaged the Philippines. This powerful storm brought with it equally powerful winds with speed reaching 335 kph, resulting in a storm surge, reaching seven meters or 23 feet. Super-typhoon “Yolanda” made landfall in the Visayas Region, in particular, Samar and Leyte with a population of 2.3 million. Included in the area of devastation […]

MTRCB, moving forward with the Philippine film and television industry

The Movie and Television Review and Classification Board or MTRCB is moving forward with its campaign to improve the Philippine film and television industry. The campaign also aims to mold the character of the Filipino viewer. Through its classification system, the MTRCB aims to help parents in choosing appropriate television programs and movies for their children. The Board also protects the interests of the broadcast industry, safeguarding their freedom of expression. Thus, without doubt that […]

Visiting Forces Agreement between the Philippines and the United States

Agreement o VFA sa pagitan ng dalawang bansa. In 1992, the United States of America removed its military bases in the Philppines. In 1999, the two countries signed the Visiting Forces Agreement or VFA. Under the said agreement, American troops are allowed to use the military facilities of our country. Also included are the rules of conduct of military personnel in the military exercises. The VFA provided huge benefits to the Philippines, including security and […]

Diskusyon – Additional wage for teachers

Teaching is a noble profession, playing a significant role in the care and development of the youth. A teacher works non-stop to make sure that their students learn. They serve as the students’ second parents while they are at school. But according to the Teacher’s Dignity Coalition, the state of teachers in the Philippines is pitiful. In a study, the Philippines is one of the countries that have low wage rates for teachers. Said group […]

Diskusyon – 4-day Work Week Act

In a resolution dated September 8, 2014, the Civil Service Commission approved the implementation of the four-day work week scheme in government agencies in Metro Manila. This could be from Monday to Thursday or Tuesday to Friday. From the former 8 hours of work a day, now it would be 10 hours a day. This means that each work day would last from 8 in the morning to 7 in the evening, including lunch break. […]