The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) has recently announced the increase in the amount of financial assistance allocated to distressed Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) and members of their families. In a hindsight, the initiative is under the DMW Agarang Kalinga at Saklolo para sa mga OFWs na Nangangailangan abbreviated as DMW AKSYON Fund, a scheme […]
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4Ps to receive cash grants hike
Good news might be on the way for Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) beneficiaries as the government is eyeing to increase the cash grants they are receiving in the year 2026. According to Manila Bulletin's published report, 4Ps beneficiaries allowance increase is expected to be implemented in the abovementioned year. This scheme according to the […]
P10,000 teaching allowance's IRR now signed
The act that will gradually increase the teaching allowance of public school teachers to P10,000 was signed on August 7, 2024 spearheadee by the the new DepEd Secretary Sonny Angara. The Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR)'s ratification of Republic Act No. 11997 also known as the Kabalikat sa Pagtuturo Act was also co-signed by Sen. […]
Bill against "Kamote" drivers filed in the House
To promote and practice fairness on the road, a bill protecting innocent and non-accountable drivers against "Kamote" drivers filed in the House of Representatives. The Anti-Kamote Driver bill is also known as the House Bill (HB) No. 10679 or the proposed Defensive Driving Act of 2024. The Anti-Kamote Driver bill was filed by PBA party-list […]
Select Kadiwa Stores now selling P45 per kilo rice
To start accommodating those who do not have high purchasing power, the Department of Agriculture (DA) has some good news for consumers in the Philippines. It was recently announced by the DA that Filipinos will now be able to buy a a well-milled rice at P45 per kilo. The P45 per kilo rice are being […]
Updated salary schedule and benefits increase for government employees
To fully compensate the perseverance of all the government employees, the Marcos administration has released the schedule updating the salary of civilian government as well as an additional allowance for them in the next year. The Executive Order (EO) 64, according to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. order aims to create a competent, committed, agile, and […]
Carnival Cruise Line to recruit thousands of Filipino crew, offers scholarships
As it added three new cruise ships, one of the world's biggest cruise tour operators is attempting to create more opportunities for Filipinos. According to ABS-CBN News' article, the additional cruise ships of Carnival Cruise Line shall provide many opportunities for thousands of new personnel. As part of Carnival Cruise Line's initiative, the operator also […]