Liam Demafelix
Reporting from the TSR newsroom.
Manila becomes first city to launch preschool milk program using local dairy
The City Government of Manila has become the first local government unit in the country to roll out a supplemental milk-feeding program for preschoolers using locally produced milk, a move the National Dairy Authority (NDA) said sets a national benchmark in linking child nutrition with supporting…
Isko Moreno announces ₱6.66M medical aid for three Manila patients needing life-saving treatment
Manila City Mayor Francisco “Isko” Moreno Domagoso has approved ₱6,658,845.60 in medical assistance for three patients requiring life-saving procedures, following a dialogue with families seeking help for costly treatments, including dialysis support and transplants. During the exchange, the Mayor…
Imee Marcos linked to ₱2.5 billion allocables under ‘Cabral files,’ says Ping Lacson
Senate President Pro Tempore Panfilo “Ping” Lacson on Sunday, January 11, invoked the adage that “people who live in glass houses shouldn’t throw stones” as he flagged ₱2.5 billion in allocables linked to Imee Marcos in the 2025 National Expenditure Program (NEP), while questioning her criticism…
Lacson warns recanting ex-DPWH officials may face perjury charges
Senate President Pro Tempore Panfilo “Ping” Lacson on Sunday, January 11, warned that former Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) officials who withdraw their sworn statements on anomalous flood control projects could face perjury charges, while stressing that any recantation would not…
How DepEd’s expanded ₱25.7-billion feeding program will work in 2026
The Department of Education (DepEd) will roll out a significantly expanded School-Based Feeding Program in 2026, backed by a ₱25.7-billion allocation aimed at tackling malnutrition, improving attendance, and supporting vulnerable learners nationwide. In an interview on DZRH News program Special on…
‘Definitely, panalo ang ating mga kababayan’: says DBM chief Toledo on 2026 budget
“Definitely panalo ang ating mga kababayan.” This was an unequivocal assurance given by Acting Budget Secretary Rolando Toledo in an interview on DZRH News’ Special on Saturday on January 10. Toledo said the proposed 2026 national budget is intended to ensure that government spending directly…
Marcos admin to address ‘minimum basic needs’ in 2026 budget — DBM
The 2026 national budget is structured to address the country’s “minimum basic needs,” with priority spending focused on education, health, agriculture, social services, and job creation, Acting Budget Secretary Rolando Toledo said on Saturday, January 10. In an interview on DZRH News program…
DA chief dismisses graft complaint vs Bureau of Plant Industry, Bureau of Customs officials as mere ‘nuisance’
Agriculture Secretary Francisco “Kiko” Tiu Laurel Jr. dismissed as a “nuisance case” the graft and administrative complaint filed by farmer groups against officials of the Bureau of Plant Industry (BPI) and the Bureau of Customs (BoC). In a text message to The Situation Report on Friday, January…
After public rebuke, DOTr chief orders LTO to suspend driver’s license confiscation, amend settlement period
Transportation Secretary Giovanni Lopez ordered the Land Transportation Office (LTO) to immediately suspend the confiscation of driver’s licenses following public backlash over traffic apprehension procedures. The directive came after President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. instructed the Department of…
Donald Trump facing mutiny: Republicans vote to revive Obamacare, curb war powers vs Venezuela
U.S. President Donald Trump faced pushback from within his own party on Thursday, January 8, as Republican lawmakers broke ranks to advance Democratic-backed measures on healthcare and to curb his authority over military action in Venezuela. In the House of Representatives, 17 Republicans joined…
₱182M scholarships to address shortage of mental health, inclusive education professionals: Gatchalian
Senator and EDCOM 2 Commissioner Sherwin Gatchalian on Thursday, January 8, said more than ₱182 million has been allocated for postgraduate scholarships to help address the severe shortage of mental health and inclusive education professionals in the country’s education system. “The historic…
Nazareno 2026: PH Red Cross reports higher number of major injuries than last year
The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) on Friday noon, January 9, reported that the number of major injuries recorded during this year’s Traslacion has already exceeded comparable figures from last year, even before the procession reached its later stages. PRC Secretary General Dr. Gwendolyn Pang said…
Bishop appeals to those in power: ‘Mahiya naman kayo, bumaba nang kusa alang-alang sa awa at pag-ibig’
Bishop Rufino “Jun” Sescon Jr. used his homily at the Nazareno 2026 Misa Mayor to issue a blunt moral appeal to those in authority, calling on them to stop abusing power and to willingly step back in humility for the sake of compassion, justice, and the suffering people. The bishop made the remark…
Manila revises outdated garbage collection fees after more than a decade
For the first time in more than a decade, the Manila City Government has updated its garbage collection fees, citing rising waste volumes, higher hauling costs, and the need to align city charges with actual service expenses under Ordinance No. 9151. The ordinance, enacted by the City Council in…
Leviste welcomes freeze order vs bank accounts linked to ‘congtractor’ Rep. Edwin Gardiola
Batangas 1st District Rep. Leandro Legarda Leviste thanked the Anti-Money Laundering Council and the Court of Appeals (CA) on Wednesday, January 7, following the issuance of a freeze order on bank accounts allegedly linked to Edwin Gardiola and members of his family. Leviste said the development…