NATIONAL
Sen. Bong Go lauds Kidney and Transplant Institute at SPMC
Sen. Christopher “Bong” Go welcomed the soft launch of the Southern Philippines Medical Center (SPMC) Kidney and Transplant Institute in Davao City, emphasizing its importance in improving access to more dialysis and treatment for chronic kidney disease patients across Mindanao. Go is one of the authors and principal sponsor of the Republic Act No. 11959,...
REGIONAL
Kulot says chess teaches one how to plan ahead
Mayor Juanito “Kulot” Inojales of Governor Generoso, Davao Oriental on Saturday extolled the game of chess to participants of the provincial games, saying it teaches players how to plan successfully ahead. “Contrary to what is believed, chess as a game is not a matter of pushing wood on the board,” he said. “It teaches people...
OPINION
Is Barzaga’s suspension a punishment or a warning? (THE THIRD EYE by Carlo Manubag)
Just hours ago, 249 members of the House of Representatives voted to adopt the Ethics Committee’s recommendation to suspend Cavite 4th District Rep. Kiko Barzaga for 60 days—stripped of salary, stripped of allowances, and stripped, it seems, of the basic respect due to a member of Congress who dared to speak uncomfortable truths. Five lawmakers...
BUSINESS
Metrobank named anew as the country’s Top GSED by the Treasury for the 5th year
Metrobank has once again proven its excellence in trading, investment, and wealth management after receiving multiple accolades from the Bureau of the Treasury (BTr) at its 128th anniversary celebration. Metrobank was named anew the Top Government Securities Eligible Dealer (GSED) for 2025, marking the fifth straight year the bank has received this recognition. The Bank...