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Senate Cuts Worker Benefits, Boosts LGU Funds in 2026 Budget

The Senate version of the 2026 budget cuts P55B from personnel benefits to fund a P17.9B increase in discretionary LGU funds, sparking outcry from ACT Teachers Partylist. Calls grow to restore cuts and eliminate 'pork'. #Philippines #Budget2026

How to Plan for Retirement in the Philippines

A guide for Filipinos nearing senior citizenship on financial planning, health, and family dynamics. Learn how to secure your future without becoming a burden. Start planning today!

Tagum Awards Cash to 231 Senior Citizens

Tagum City LGU and NCSC awarded cash assistance to 231 octogenarians and nonagenarians under RA 11982. Read about the milestone distribution and its impact on the local elderly community.

Davao Oriental Builds "Bai ni Ompo" Home for Abandoned Elderly

Davao Oriental starts construction of "Bai ni Ompo," a 240-bed Mandaya-inspired care home for abandoned seniors in Mati City. The facility, set to open in 2026, aims to provide dignity and family reunification. Learn more about this vital project.

Unpaid Pandemic Health Workers in Cebu City

Thousands of Cebu City health workers remain unpaid for their COVID-19 service due to bureaucratic delays. Councilors demand immediate release of P431M in allocated funds. Read more.

Cebu City Health Workers' Pandemic Allowances Unpaid

Nearly 4,000 Cebu City health workers who served during the COVID-19 pandemic have yet to receive their Health Emergency Allowance (HEA) for 2021-2023, prompting urgent calls for action from city officials.

BARMM releases P42M pension to 7,000 Lamitan seniors

The Bangsamoro government disbursed P42 million in social pensions to 7,000 senior citizens in Lamitan City, Basilan. Each beneficiary received P6,000 for the 3rd and 4th quarters of 2025. Read more about this vital support for the elderly.

Mandaue City Staff Receive Year-End Bonuses

Mandaue City Hall confirms release of year-end bonuses for regular employees. Performance incentives & differentials for JO workers, BHWs pending council approval. Read more.

PNP reviews disability policies for injured officers

Acting PNP chief Lt. Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. has ordered a full audit of disability discharge rules to ensure fair support for police injured on duty, following President Marcos's directive.

Mandaue City: Plant a Tree to Graduate

Mandaue City officials draft an ordinance requiring all graduating senior high and college students to plant trees. The move aims to combat climate change and involve youth in environmental protection.

Unexpected Pickleball Recovery in Cebu

A writer discharged for hypertensive cardiac disease discovers pickleball in Cebu. This accessible sport offers surprising health benefits and community. Read his inspiring story.

PHP20/Kilo Rice for Teachers in BBM Program

Philippine public school teachers gain access to PHP20/kg rice through DepEd-DA partnership. Program expands to remote areas starting January 2026. Learn more.

BDO Prices $500M Notes with 3.2x Oversubscription

BDO Unibank successfully priced USD500 million in five-year senior notes, attracting USD1.6 billion in orders. Learn how this supports the bank's lending strategy in the Philippines.

Co Su Gian Home for Aged Marks 32 Years in Davao

Davao City's Co Su Gian Home for the Aged celebrates 32 years of providing compassionate care to elderly residents. Learn about their future plans and how they serve the community.

Senior Citizen Dies in Daanbantayan Fire

A 67-year-old woman died from a possible heart attack after a fire broke out in Daanbantayan, Cebu. The blaze caused an estimated P100,000 in damages. Read more.

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