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PhilHealth Enhances Z Benefit Package for Peritoneal Dialysis
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The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) has significantly improved its Z Benefit Package for Peritoneal Dialysis (PD), with separate packages for adult and pediatric patients, effective January 1, 2025. This update follows President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s commitment to expanding healthcare benefits despite the absence of a subsidy. Peritoneal dialysis,…
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Top Ten New Year Resolutions for Gen Z: Empowering Change for Filipinos in 2025
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As the new year unfolds, Gen Z Filipinos are embracing resolutions that focus on personal growth, mental health, and positive social impact. Unlike previous generations, this cohort is determined to balance modern technological advancements with a deeper sense of purpose, community, and sustainability. Here are the top ten New Year…
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Motorists to Face Higher Fuel Prices as Retailers Announce Price Hike for 2025
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Motorists will see an increase in petroleum product prices this week as retailers announced a significant price hike on Monday to kick off 2025, following a rollback the previous week. In separate announcements, Seaoil Philippines Corp. and Shell Pilipinas Corp. stated they will raise the prices per liter of gasoline…
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“DOLE Releases 2025 Holiday and Special Day Wage Rules for Employers”
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MANILA, Philippines — Employers were reminded by the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) on Thursday about the proper computation of wages for employees working on regular holidays, special non-working days, and special working days in 2025. The guidelines were issued under Labor Advisory No. 16, series of 2024, signed…
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ERC Sets P25/kWh Price Cap for Backup Power in Reserve Market
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MANILA, Philippines — The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has introduced a price cap of P25 per kilowatt-hour (kWh) for backup power offered to the National Grid Corp. of the Philippines. During a recent meeting, the ERC decided to set a minimum offer price of zero per megawatt-hour and a maximum…
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Visayan Electric Lowers Residential Rates by P0.68/kWh for Holiday Season, Advises Energy-Saving Practices
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Residential consumers of Visayan Electric will experience a reduction of P0.68 per kilowatt-hour (kWh) in their December to January billing cycle. This adjustment lowers the overall residential rate from P12.19/kWh to P11.51/kWh, equating to savings of at least P136 for households consuming 200 kWh. The decrease is primarily due to…
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Tipid Tips for a Memorable Noche Buena
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Noche Buena is a cherished Filipino tradition, a time for family, love, and togetherness. However, the festive spirit can sometimes come with a hefty price tag. If you’re looking to celebrate without overspending, here are some practical and creative tips to enjoy a meaningful and budget-friendly Noche Buena. 1. Plan…
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Comelec Issues Guidelines for Eco-Friendly Campaigning in 2025 Midterm Elections
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MANILA, Philippines — The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has released guidelines for campaign activities in the upcoming 2025 midterm elections. Outlined in a 32-page resolution issued yesterday, the Comelec encouraged candidates and their supporters to prioritize the use of eco-friendly and recyclable materials for their campaign paraphernalia. The poll body…
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Sen. Robin Appeals to Gov’t for Less Restrictive Treatment of Refugees
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Sen. Robinhood “Robin” C. Padilla on Thursday appealed to the government to adopt a less restrictive treatment of refugees and stateless persons, especially those displaced by armed conflict, violence, persecution and insecurity. Padilla made the appeal in a message of solidarity at the culminating activity of the 10-year implementation of…
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P9 Billion Pasay City budget for 2025 questioned; call for transparency in health services funding urged
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Pasay City Councilor and Mayoral candidate Wowee Manguerra expressed alarm over the “bloated” budget of the city for 2025, amounting to P9 billion, with a significant portion allocated to the City Health Office and Pasay General Hospital. According to Manguerra, it is puzzling that the Pasay City Government is allocating…