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In pursuit of a better and more inclusive Public Transport Modernization Program (PTMP), Senator Alan Peter Cayetano, along with other senators, filed a resolution to temporarily suspend its implementation.
Sa paghahangad ng isang mas mahusay at inklusibong Public Transport Modernization Program (PTMP), naghain si Senator Alan Peter Cayetano, kasama ang iba pang mga senador, ng isang resolution na pansamantalang magsususpinde sa implementasyon nito.
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Regarding learning materials, it can be recalled that DepEd previously stated it would deliver 80% of textbooks for Kindergarten, Grade 1, 4, and 7 students by July. A report from the Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM) revealed that since the launch of the K to 12 curriculum in 2013, only 27 out of the 90 textbooks required for Grades 1 to 10 have been purchased by DepEd. The Commission's study also showed that only Grade 5 and 6 students have complete books for all subjects.
Pagdating naman sa mga learning materials, matatandaang sinabi ng DepEd noon na maihahatid nito ang 80% ng mga textbook para sa mga mag-aaral ng Kindergarten, Grade 1, 4, at 7 pagdating ng Hulyo. Lumabas sa ulat ng Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM) na simula noong 2013 pagkalunsad ng K to 12 curriculum, 27 lamang sa 90 na textbook na kinakailangan para sa Grade 1 hanggang 10 ang nabili na ng DepEd. Lumabas din sa pag-aaral ng Komisyon na mga mag-aaral lamang sa Grade 5 at 6 ang may kumpletong mga libro para sa lahat ng subject.
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The NSRS will cover various fees such as tuition and other school expenses, as well as the need for books and supplies, uniforms, dormitory payments, and transportation. In addition, it will also provide additional financial assistance for nursing board review fees, licensure and internship, as well as for annual medical insurance and other education-related expenses.
Tutustusan ng NSRS ang iba't ibang bayarin gaya ng matrikula at iba pang gastusin sa paaralan maging ang pangangailangan sa pambili sa mga libro at kagamitan, uniporme, pambayad sa dormitory at transportasyon. Bukod dito, magbibigay din ng karagdagang tulong pinansiyal para sa bayarin sa nursing board review, licensure at internship, gayundin para sa taunang medical insurance at iba pang mga gastusing may kaugnayan sa edukasyon.
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The program for Batangas students was carried out in cooperation with the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) through its Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situation (AICS) program.
Naisagawa ang programa para sa mga mag-aaral ng Batangas sa pakikipagtulungan ng Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) sa pamamagitan ng Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situation (AICS) program nito.
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Additionally, a statement of account from Tarlac II Electric Cooperative, Inc. (TARELCO II) was also found in the Zuan Yuan office. The statement of account, which appeared to be an electricity bill amounting to P15.111 million and covering the period from September 2023 to February 2024, was addressed to Guo.
Dagdag pa, ang isang statement of account na galing sa Tarlac II Electric Cooperative, Inc. (TARELCO II) ay natagpuan din sa opisina ng Zuan Yuan. Ang statement of account, na tila bill ng kuryente na nagkakahalaga ng P15.111 milyon at sumasaklaw sa panahon ng Setyembre 2023 hanggang Pebrero 2024, ay naka-address kay Guo.
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Under the SHS-VP, qualified SHS students from participating private schools and non-Department of Education (DepEd) schools receive financial assistance through vouchers.
Sa ilalim ng SHS-VP, nakakatanggap ng tulong pinansyal sa pamamagitan ng voucher ang mga kwalipikadong mag-aaral ng SHS mula sa mga kalahok na pribadong paaralan at mga non-Department of Education (DepEd) schools.
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Lacson will serve as one of the senator-judges in the Senate impeachment court, which is expected to begin deliberating on the case after the formal opening of the 20th Congress on July 28.
Magsisilbi si Lacson bilang isa sa mga senator-judge sa Senate impeachment court, na inaasahang sisimulan ang pagtalakay sa kaso pagkatapos ng pormal na pagbukas ng 20th Congress sa Hulyo 28.
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Senate Bill 1273, on the other hand, provides equitable access for Filipino Muslims and indigenous peoples (IPs) to public cemeteries.
Ang Senate Bill 1273 naman ay nagbibigay ng patas na access sa Filipino Muslims at indigenous peoples (IPs) sa mga public cemeteries.
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It can be recalled that in December 2021, the Commission warned that the certificates of Filipino seafarers might no longer be recognized unless the country complies with the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW).
Matatandaan na noong December 2021, nagbabala ang Komisyon na maaaring hindi na kilalanin ang mga certificates ng mga Pinoy na seafarers hangga't hindi sumusunod ang bansa sa International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for seafarers (STCW).
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Currently, the task force is still determining if there are Filipinos among the reported 250 people killed and 1,590 injured in the attacks that occurred in the area. Around 2,000 OFWs are recorded to be residing in Gaza.
Sa kasalukuyan, inaalam pa ng task force kung may mga Pilipinong kabilang sa mga napabalitang 250 na kataong namatay at 1,590 na nasugatan sa mga naganap na mga pag-atake sa lugar. Nasa 2,000 OFW ang naitalang naninirahan sa Gaza.
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Those affected by Typhoon Kristine complained about the lack of electricity and sufficient gensets in their area, as well as the shortage of lifeboats which causes delays in the distribution of clean water and food.
Idinaing ng mga nasalanta ng Bagyong Kristine ang kawalan ng kuryente at sapat na genset sa kanilang lugar, pati na ang kakulangan ng mga lifeboat na nagdudulot ng pagkaantala sa pamimigay ng malinis na tubig at pagkain.
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Senator Loren Legarda hopes that the condition of seafarers will improve after President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. signed the implementing rules and regulations (IRR) of the Magna Carta of Seafarers on Wednesday, January 8.
Umaasa si Senador Loren Legarda na mapapabuti ang kalagayan ng mga manlalayag matapos pirmahan ni Pangulong Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. noong Miyerkules, Enero 8, ang implementing rules and regulations (IRR) ng Magna Carta of Seafarers.
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The senator wants to strengthen maritime education and training in the country to address the deficiencies identified by the European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA) audit. The EMSA audit reported deficiencies in the education system for seafarers, the need for inspection and evaluation of schools, a lack of simulators, and low-quality on-board training.
Nais ng senador na pagtibayin ang maritime education and training sa bansa para tugunan ang mga kakulangang natukoy ng audit ng European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA). Iniulat sa audit ng EMSA ang kakulangan sa sistema ng edukasyon para sa seafarers, pangangailangan sa inspection and evaluation ng mga paaralan, kakulangan sa simulators, at mababang kalidad na on-board training.
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Senator Win Gatchalian urged distribution facilities to contract more renewable energy or RE because such a step would benefit consumers amidst existing global energy risks.
Hinimok ni Senator Win Gatchalian ang mga distribution facility na kumontrata ng mas maraming renewable energy o RE dahil ang naturang hakbang ay pakikinabangan ng mga consumers sa gitna ng umiiral na global energy risks.
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All students completed the courses through the sponsorship of the sibling senators in cooperation with TESDA in Marikina City.
Natapos ng lahat ng mga estudyante ang mga kurso sa pamamagitan ng sponsorship ng magkapatid na senador sa pakikipagtulungan ng TESDA sa Marikina City.
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If this proposal is enacted into law, the Department of Education (DepEd) will coordinate with local governments to establish at least one Inclusive Learning Resource Center for Learners with Disabilities (ILRC) in every city and municipality in the country. These ILRCs will serve as a one-stop shop for delivering free support services for learners with disabilities and for implementing programs for inclusive education.
Kung maisabatas ang panukalang ito, makikipag-ugnayan ang Department of Education (DepEd) sa mga lokal na pamahalaan upang magpatayo ng hindi bababa sa isang Inclusive Learning Resource Center of Learners with Disabilities (ILRC) sa bawat lungsod at munisipalidad sa bansa. Ang mga ILRCs ay magsisilbing one-stop shop sa paghahatid ng libreng support services para sa mga learners with disabilities at sa pagpapatupad ng mga programa para sa inclusive education.
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The efficient use of energy sources is stipulated in Republic Act 11285, known as the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Act, which Gatchalian authored. According to the law's provision, energy efficiency and conservation must be institutionalized through the development and implementation of policies. These plans aim to ensure the adequacy and stability of energy supply to mitigate the impact of high prices in the local market and protect the environment. This initiative supports the country's economic development and objectives.
Ang mahusay na paggamit ng energy sources ay itinakda sa Republic Act 11285, na kilala bilang Energy Efficiency and Conservation Act, kung saan si Gatchalian ang may akda. Ayon sa probisyon ng batas, ang kahusayan sa paggamit ng enerhiya at pagtitipid ay dapat gawing institutionalized sa pamamagitan ng pagbuo at pagpapatupad ng mga polisiya. Ang mga planong ito ay naglalayong tiyakin ang kasapatan at katatagan ng suplay ng enerhiya nang sa gayo'y mapagaan ang epekto ng mataas na presyo sa lokal na merkado at maprotektahan ang kapaligiran. Ang inisyatibang ito ay bilang pagsuporta upang umunlad ang ekonomiya at mga layunin ng bansa.
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With every step, there are certainly many voices to listen to, many things to learn. But the most important thing we need to know in this process is who the Charter Change is for. Who will benefit from each proposed amendment?
Sa bawat hakbang ay tiyak na napakaraming tinig ang dapat pakinggan, maraming bagay ang dapat aralin. Subalit ang pinakamahalaga po na dapat nating malaman sa prosesong ito, kung para po kanino ang Charter Change. Sino po ang makikinabang sa bawat panukalang pagbabago?
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This is in conjunction with the proposed Ban on Online Gambling Act, where he is a co-author with his sister, Senator Pia Cayetano, to stop all online gambling -- whether local or foreign.
Katuwang ito ng panukalang Ban on Online Gambling Act kung saan co-author siya ng kapatid na si Senator Pia Cayetano, para ipatigil ang lahat ng online gambling -- lokal man o dayuhan.
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This was the focus of Tulfo's statement, as Chairperson of the Senate Committee on Public Services, during the Senate hearing on August 27 regarding the escape of dismissed Bamban Mayor Alice Guo and her relatives. Alice's sister, Sheila Guo, was present at the said hearing.
Ito ang naging sentro ng pahayag ni Tulfo, bilang Chairperson ng Senate Committee on Public Services, sa isinagawang pagdinig ng Senado noong Aug. 27 ukol sa pagtakas ni dismissed Bamban Mayor Alice Guo at mga kamag-anak nito. Present sa nasabing hearing and kapatid ni Alice na si Sheila Guo.
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To address the new and ongoing challenges faced by public school teachers, Senator Win Gatchalian filed a bill aiming to amend the Magna Carta for Public School Teachers (Republic Act No. 4670), which was enacted 57 years ago.
Upang tugunan ang mga bago at nagpapatuloy na mga hamong kinakaharap ng mga public school teachers, naghain si Senador Win Gatchalian ng panukalang batas na layong amyendahan ang Magna Carta for Public School Teachers (Republic Act No. 4670) na naisabatas 57 taon na ang nakalipas.
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Finally, Tulfo emphasized that it is time to review our immigration laws and their possible loopholes.
Sa huli, binigyang-diin ni Tulfo na napapanahon na upang rebyuhin ang ating immigration laws at posible loopholes ng mga ito.
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As a veteran senator, Cayetano has long established a medical assistance program to help poor Filipinos with their medical needs.
Bilang beteranong senador, matagal nang nagtatag si Cayetano ng isang medical assistance program upang tulungan ang mga mahihirap na Pilipino sa kanilang pangangailangang medikal.
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Padilla also asked if the government is prepared for the effects of raising the Alert Level in Lebanon, including the evacuation of Filipinos there.
Tinanong din ni Padilla kung handa ang pamahalaan para sa epekto ng pagtataas ng Alert Level sa Lebanon, kasama ang paglikas ng mga Pilipino doon.
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Senator Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada filed a resolution to commend and recognize the victory of Filipino athletes who participated in the recently concluded 2022 Asian Kickboxing Championships held in Bangkok.
Naghain ng resolusyon sa si Senador Senador Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada para papurihan at bigyan ng pagkilala ang pagkapanalo ng mga Pilipinong atleta na lumahok sa katatapos na 2022 Asian Kickboxing Championships na ginanap sa Bangkok.
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Meanwhile, the DICT recently announced its plan to double the number of free WI-FI sites in the country with the aim of bridging the digital divide.
Samantala, inihayag kamakailan ng DICT ang planong doblehin ang bilang ng mga libreng WI-FI sites sa bansa na may layuning masugpo ang digital divide.
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Through Republic Act 11899 in July 2022, EDCOM II was mandated to conduct a comprehensive review of the Philippine education system and propose transformative policies to address challenges in education and the labor market.
Sa pamamagitan ng Republic Act 11899 noong July 2022, inatasan ang EDCOM II na magsagawa ng komprehensibong pagsusuri sa sistema ng edukasyon sa Pilipinas at magmungkahi ng mga transformative policies upang matugunan ang mga hamon sa edukasyon at labor market.
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Through Republic Act No. 11509 or the Doktor Para Sa Bayan Act, 17 State Universities and Colleges (SUCs) in 13 regions are now offering medical courses under their College of Medicine, up from eight SUCs in seven (7) regions before the law's passage.
Sa pamamagitan ng Republic Act No. 11509 o Doktor Para Sa Bayan Act, 17 State Universities and Colleges (SUCs) sa 13 na rehiyon ay nag-aalok na ngayon ng kursong medikal sa ilalim ng kanilang College of Medicine mula sa walong SUCs sa pitong (7) rehiyon bago ang pagpasa ng batas.
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One of the beneficiaries is Richard Untalan, a person with disability who experiences difficulty finding livelihood.
Isa sa mga benepisyaryo ay si Richard Untalan, isang may kapansanan na nakakaranas ng hirap sa paghanap ng kabuhayan.
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In the same hearing, it was revealed that NGCP continuously paid dividends to its shareholders from 2008 to 2022, ranging from P6.8 billion to P24 billion annually.
Sa parehong pagdinig, nabunyag na ang NGCP ay patuloy na nagbabayad ng mga dibidendo sa mga shareholder nito mula 2008 hanggang 2022 mula P6.8 bilyon hanggang P24 bilyon bawat taon.
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The free college program faces a funding shortfall of P4.1 billion. According to the Philippine Association of State Universities and Colleges (PASUC), an estimated 1.8 million students are expected to benefit from free college education this 2024.
Aabot sa P4.1 bilyon ang kakulangan sa pondo ng programang libreng kolehiyo. Ayon sa Philippine Association of State Universities and Colleges (PASUC), tinatayang aabot sa 1.8 milyong mga mag-aaral ang makikinabang sa libreng kolehiyo ngayong 2024.
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He said the additional time is crucial, especially for citizens who wish to renew their licenses but cannot access the LTO portal.
Krusyal aniya ang dagdag na panahon lalo na sa mga mamamayang nais mag-renew ng lisensya ngunit hindi makapasok sa LTO portal.
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The public's deep trust in the integrity of the banking system is crucial for our economy's recovery.
Ang malalim na tiwala ng publiko sa integridad ng sistema ng mga bangko ay mahalaga sa pagbangon ng ating ekonomiya.
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From the current fine of P20,000 to P50,000, the senator proposed raising it to P200,000 or imprisonment of up to three years, or both, to be imposed on hospital officials or employees who do not comply with the law.
Mula sa kasalukuyang multa na P20,000 hanggang P50,000, iminungkahi ng senador na itaas ito at gawin nang P200,000 o pagkakakulong ng hanggang tatlong taon o parehong ipataw sa mga opisyal o empleyado ng ospital na hindi sumusunod sa batas.
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Stunting refers to the delay in a child's growth and development due to malnutrition, recurrent infections, and lack of psychosocial stimulation. According to the Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM II), one in every four Filipino children aged five years and below is stunted -- higher than the global average and only slightly lower than the ASEAN average.
Ang stunting ay tumutukoy sa pagkaantala ng paglaki at pag-unlad ng bata bunsod ng kakulangan sa nutrisyon, paulit-ulit na impeksyon, at kakulangan sa psychosocial stimulation. Ayon sa Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM II), isa sa bawat apat na batang Pilipino na may edad limang taon pababa ay stunted -- mas mataas kaysa sa global average at bahagyang mas mababa lamang sa ASEAN average.
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Villar, chairperson of the Senate Committee on Agriculture and Food, was the Guest Speaker at the opening of the 73rd Philippine Society of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineers (PSABE) Annual National Convention, the 35th Philippine Agricultural Engineering Week Celebration, and the 19th International Agricultural Engineering Conference held in Legazpi City from April 22-27.
Guest Speaker si Villar, chairperson ng Senate committee on Agriculture and Food, sa pagbubukas ng 73rd Philippine Society of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineers (PSABE) Annual National Convention, ang 35th Philippine Agricultural Engineering Week Celebration at 19th International Agricultural Engineering Conference na ginanap sa Legazpi City noong April 22-27.
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The DSWD staff and representatives from Padilla's Senate office jointly provided P5,000 each to 1,962 beneficiaries in Zamboanga City, Patikul (Sulu), and Bongao (Tawi-Tawi).
Magkasamang nagbigay ang staff ng DSWD at mga kinatawan ng Senate office ni Padilla ng tig-P5,000 sa 1,962 benepisyaryo sa Zamboanga City, Patikul (Sulu) at Bongao (Tawi-Tawi).
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The chair of the Senate Committee on Labor, Employment, and Human Resources Development said that S.B. No. 1834 is the latest proposal that refines the country's policy on employment and education to expand opportunities brought by the Fourth Industrial Revolution. Villanueva is the main proponent of laws following this policy, such as the Telecommuting or Work From Home Law, Philippine Qualifications Framework Law, and the Philippine Labor Force Competencies Competitiveness Program or Tulong Trabaho Law.
Sinabi ng chair ng Senate committee on labor, employment, and human resources development na ang S.B. No. 1834 ang pinakabagong panukala na naghahasa ng polisiya ng bansa tungkol sa employment at edukasyon para mapalawak ang mga oportunidad na dala ng Fourth Industrial Revolution. Si Villanueva ang pangunahing tagapagsulong ng mga batas na sumusunod sa ganitong polisiya, gaya ng Telecommuting or Work From Home Law, Philippine Qualifications Framework Law, at ang Philippine Labor Force Competencies Competitiveness Program or Tulong Trabaho Law.
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Senator Win Gatchalian said that the social cost caused by allowing Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGO) in the country outweighs the economic benefits, based on the cost-benefit analysis (CBA) conducted on the industry.
Sinabi ni Senador Win Gatchalian na ang social cost na dulot ng pagpayag sa Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGO) sa bansa ay higit pa sa mga benepisyong pang-ekonomiya, base sa cost-benefit analysis (CBA) na isinagawa sa industriya.
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According to Padilla, chairperson of the Senate Committee on Constitutional Amendments and Revision of Codes, these matters - contained in Resolution of Both Houses (RBH) 6 - have already been discussed by the subcommittee led by former Sen. Juan Edgardo Angara.
Ani Padilla, tagapangulo ng Senate Committee on Constitutional Amendments and Revision of Codes, natalakay na ang mga ito - na laman ng Resolution of Both Houses (RBH) 6 - ng subcommittee na pinamunuan ni dating Sen. Juan Edgardo Angara.
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The said proposal specifically aims to repeal Republic Act 9993, also known as the Philippine Coast Guard Law of 2009, and replace it with the Revised Philippine Coast Guard Law.
Ang naturang panukala ay partikular na naglalayong ipawalang-bisa ang Republic Act 9993, na kilala rin bilang Philippine Coast Guard Law of 2009, at palitan ito ng Revised Philippine Coast Guard Law.
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The Excellence in Teacher Education Act states that the Secretary of Education shall serve as the Chairperson of the TEC.
Nakasaad sa Excellence in Teacher Education Act na ang Secretary of Education ang magsisilbing Chairperson ng TEC.
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Under the Physicians Act, Gatchalian also aims to address policies not covered by current laws in the field of medicine, including opening the profession to foreigners under specified conditions; setting penalties for the illegal practice of medicine; and defining medical malpractice, as well as corresponding penalties.
Sa ilalim ng Physicians Act, layon din ni Gatchalian na tugunan ang mga polisiyang wala sa mga kasalukuyang batas sa larangan ng medisina, kabilang ang pagbubukas ng propesyon sa mga dayuhan sa ilalim ng itatakdang mga kondisyon; pagtatakda ng mga parusa sa iligal na pag-practice ng medisina; at pagbibigay depinisyon sa medical malpractice, pati na rin ang mga kaukulang mga parusa.
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Senator Win Gatchalian is pushing for more active participation of local government units (LGUs) in combating malnutrition, undernutrition, and stunting, especially among poor families.
Isinusulong ni Senador Win Gatchalian ang mas aktibong pakikilahok ng mga local government units (LGUs) sa pagsugpo ng malnutrisyon, kakulangan sa nutrisyon, at stunting, lalo na sa mga mahihirap na pamilya.
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He added that term extension should now be discussed because it is always the reason for those who oppose amending the Constitution.
Dagdag niya, dapat nang pagusapan ang term extension dahil ito ang palaging dahilan ng mga sumasalungat sa pag-amyenda sa Saligang Batas.
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Sen. Tulfo became even more enraged when he asked the DOTr what action they had taken regarding their three employees who drove De Vera to his condo, and the agency's response was that their investigation into the incident, which happened more than two weeks ago, was still ongoing.
Mas lalong nanggalaiti si Sen. Tulfo nang tanungin niya ang DOTr kung ano ang naging aksyon nila tungkol sa tatlo nilang empleyado na naghatid kay De Vera sa kanyang condo, at ang sagot ng ahensya sa kanya ay patuloy pa rin daw ang ginagawa nilang imbestigasyon sa insidente na mahigit dalawang linggo na ang nakakalipas.
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According to Gatchalian, Japan, through the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), along with the Asian Development Bank, World Bank, and other multilateral funding institutions, has a long history of providing funding support for the Philippines and has successfully funded many projects in the country with concessionary interest rates and terms.
Ayon kay Gatchalian, ang Japan sa pamamagitan ng Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) kasama ang Asian Development Bank, World Bank, at iba pang multilateral funding institution ay may mahabang kasaysayan sa pagbibigay ng suporta sa pagpopondo para sa Pilipinas at matagumpay nilang napondohan ang maraming proyekto sa bansa na may mga concessionary interest rate at terms.
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Last month, Villanueva sponsored Senate Bill 2035 or the Trabaho Para sa Bayan (TPB) Plan, which aims to create a comprehensive employment generation and recovery masterplan.
Noong nagdaang buwan, inisponsoran ni Villanueva ang Senate Bill 2035 o Trabaho Para sa Bayan (TPB) Plan na naglalayong bumuo ng komprehensibong employment generation at recovery masterplan.
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At the end of each year, the BOC and DA must submit separate reports to Congress on fund remittances and actual fund disbursements.
Sa katapusan ng bawat taon, dapat na magsumite sa Kongreso ang BOC at DA ng hiwalay na ulat sa remittance ng pondo at actual fund disbursement.
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Even then, China has been causing trouble in the West Philippine Sea, not the Philippines.
Noon pa man, Tsina ang nagdudulot ng kaguluhan sa West Philippine Sea, hindi ang Pilipinas.
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Strengthening the National Food Authority's (NFA) power to manage rice supply, and improving the Rice Competitiveness Enhancement Fund (RCEF) are key to stabilizing rice prices and supply, and making rice more affordable for Filipinos.
Ang pagpapalakas sa kapangyarihan ng National Food Authority (NFA) para pangasiwaan ang suplay ng bigas, at ang pagpapaganda ng Rice Competitiveness Enhancement Fund (RCEF) ang susi sa pagpapatatag ng presyo at suplay ng bigas, at gawing mas abot-kaya ang bigas para sa mga Pilipino.
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The Senate will continue to review the implementation of the K to 12 program, according to Gatchalian. He filed Proposed Senate Resolution No. 5, which aims to review the implementation of the Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013 (Republic Act No. 10533) or the K to 12 Law. Four hearings have been conducted regarding the implementation of Mother Tongue-Based Multilingual Education (MTB-MLE).
Patuloy namang susuriin ng Senado ang pagpapatupad ng K to 12 program, ayon kay Gatchalian. Inihain niya ang Proposed Senate Resolution No. 5 na layong repasuhin ang pagpapatupad ng Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013 (Republic Act No. 10533) o ang K to 12 Law. May apat na pagdinig na isinagawa hinggil sa pagpapatupad ng Mother Tongue-Based Multilingual Education (MTB-MLE).
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On August 5, Padilla, chairperson of the Senate Committee on Constitutional Amendments and Revision of Codes, filed the instant petition seeking declaratory relief regarding Sec. 1 and 3 of Art. XVII of the Constitution.
Noong Agosto 5, ihinain ni Padilla, na tagapangulo ng Senate Committee on Constitutional Amendments and Revision of Codes, ang instant petition na humihingi ng declaratory relief tungkol sa Sec. 1 at 3 ng Art. XVII ng Konstitusyon.
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Gatchalian emphasized that physical documents are easily damaged due to lack of proper storage, especially during floods, fires, and other calamities. If student data and information are placed in a database, teachers and school heads can ensure that these important documents are easily retrievable.
Binigyang diin ni Gatchalian na madali kasing masira ang mga pisikal na dokumento dahil sa kawalan ng maayos na lalagyan lalo na kung nagkaroon ng pagbaha, sunog, at iba pang mga sakuna. Kung mailalagay sa isang database ang mga datos at impormasyon ng mga mag-aaral, matitiyak ng mga guro at mga school head na madaling mahahagilap ang mga mahahalagang dokumentong ito.
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The Food and Drug Administration will test medical cannabis products, while the Dangerous Drugs Board and the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency will monitor and regulate medical cannabis.
Ang Food and Drug Administration ang magte-testing sa medical cannabis product, habang ang Dangerous Drugs Board at Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency ang magmo-monitor at magre-regulate ng medical cannabis.
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Sen. Grace Poe is set to file a resolution on Monday requesting the Senate Committee on Public Order and Dangerous Drugs to conduct an investigation into the alleged series of kidnappings, not only in Metro Manila but also in other parts of Luzon.
Nakatakdang maghain sa Lunes ng isang resolusyon si Sen. Grace Poe na humihiling sa Senate committee on public order and dangerous drugs na magsagawa ng imbestigasyon sa sinasabing sunud-sunod na kidnapping, hindi lamang sa Kamaynilaan kundi maging sa ibang panig ng Luzon.
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UniFAST is one of the programs implemented under the Universal Access to Quality Tertiary Education Act, a law passed by the Duterte administration in 2017. It guarantees free education in state universities and colleges (SUCs) and expands access to scholarships and financial aid for students who wish to enroll in college.
Isa ang UniFAST sa mga programang ipinatutupad sa ilalim ng Universal Access to Quality Tertiary Education Act, isang batas na ipinasa ng administrasyong Duterte noong 2017. Ginagarantiya nito ang libreng edukasyon sa mga state universities and colleges (SUCs) at pinalawak ang access sa mga scholarships at tulong-pinansyal para sa mga mag-aaral na gustong mag-enrol sa kolehiyo.
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Cayetano said that one of the hindrances for investigators is the lack of resources to conduct investigations. He added that this could be resolved by providing the IAS with a separate budget.
Wika ni Cayetano, isa sa mga pumipigil sa mga imbestigador ay ang kakulangan ng mga mapagkukunan upang magsagawa ng mga pagsisiyasat. Dagdag niya, maaari itong malutas sa pamamagitan ng pagbibigay sa IAS ng hiwalay na budget.
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Currently, only 115,000 PUV drivers and operators out of 377,443 beneficiaries have received the P6,500 fuel subsidy for three months of operation.
Sa kasalukuyan, 115,000 na PUV drivers at operators pa lamang sa 377,443 na benepisyaryo ang nakakatanggap ng tig-P6,5000 na fuel subsidy para sa tatlong buwang pasada.
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Several sari-sari store owners with illnesses also received medical assistance with the help of dedicated assistance desks at the Capitol Building and San Manuel Cultural Center. Beneficiaries were given aid for their hospital bills, medicines, laboratory tests, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures.
Ilang sari-sari store owner na may karamdaman ang nabigyan din ng medical assistance sa tulong ng mga nakatalagang assistance desk sa Capitol Building at San Manuel Cultural Center. Nabigyan ang mga beneficiary ng tulong sa kanilang hospital bill, gamot, laboratory, pang-opera, at diagnostic procedures.
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The chair of the Senate Committee on Ways and Means filed Senate Bill No. 2197, or An Act Amending Republic Act 11213, which aims to simplify the process and extend the availability of the estate tax amnesty program by two more years.
Inihain ng chair ng Senate Committee on Ways and Means ang Senate Bill No. 2197, o An Act Amending Republic Act 11213, na may layong pasimplehin ang proseso at palawigin ng dalawa pang taon ang pag-avail ng estate tax amnesty program.
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However, Padilla also insisted that there should be penalties for marijuana abuse. The proposed law includes safeguards to ensure that marijuana is not abused.
Nguni't iginiit din ni Padilla na dapat magkaroon ng parusa sa pag-abuso ng marijuana. May mga safeguards ang panukalang batas para tiyaking hindi maaabuso ang marijuana.
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Cayetano directly made these strong statements to Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa, arguing that the DOH failed to focus on MAIFIP when many issues are more urgent to address, such as fulfilling its promise on the No Balance Billing policy, low immunization rates, stunting among Filipino children, and maternal deaths due to pregnancy.
Direktang sinabi ni Cayetano ang maaanghang na pahayag na ito kay Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa, at ikinatuwirang bigo ang DOH sa pagtuon sa MAIFIP gayong maraming isyu ang mas kagyat na dapat tugunan tulad ng pagtupad sa pangako nito sa No Balance Billing policy, mababang rate ng immunization, stunting o pagkabansot ng mga batang Pilipino, at pagkamatay ng mga kababaihan dahil sa pagbubuntis.
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To address the challenges in the senior high school program, Gatchalian filed the Batang Magaling Act (Senate Bill No. 2022), which aims to strengthen the collaboration between DepEd, local government units, schools, and industry partners.
Upang tugunan ang mga hamon sa senior high school program, inihain ni Gatchalian ang Batang Magaling Act (Senate Bill No. 2022) na layong patatagin ang ugnayan sa pagitan ng DepEd, local government units, nga paaralan, at mga katuwang sa industriya.
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The senator also recommends the vigorous implementation of the ALS program to develop the skills of the current working population and out-of-school youth.
Iminumungkahi rin ng senador ang maigting na pagpapatupad ng programang ALS upang linangin ang kakayahan ng kasalukuyang working population at ng mga out-of-school youth.
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Based on the recommendation of the Department of Health (DOH), which will oversee the MRC, the President may order the national mobilization of the MRC to augment the AFP Medical Corps in case of a declaration of a state of war, state of lawless violence, or state of calamity.
Batay sa rekomendasyon ng Department of Health (DOH) na pangangasiwaan ang MRC, maaaring ipag-utos ng Pangulo ang pambansang mobilisasyon ng MRC pandagdag sa AFP Medical Corps kung sakaling magdeklara ng state of war, state of lawless violence o state of calamity.
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It can be recalled that Gatchalian filed the Critical Information Infrastructure Protection Act of 2022 to establish a more secure cyberspace and data protection regime that adheres to international standards, and to ensure the free flow of information.
Matatandaang naghain si Gatchalian ng Critical Information Infrastructure Protection Act of 2022 para magtatag ng mas secure na cyberspace at data protection regime na sumusunod sa international standards, at tiyakin ang libreng daloy ng impormasyon.
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* Allow rice export except during harvest season;
* Payagan ang pag-export ng bigas maliban sa harvest season;
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A letter sent by the National Bureau of Investigation to the senator outlined several POGO-related cases handled by the agency's Investigation Service. According to the NBI, the number of POGO-related crimes reached 113 from November 2019 to March 2023. The said letter was sent on March 23, 2023, and signed by Atty. Medardo De Lemos, NBI Director.
Inilahad sa isang liham na ipinadala ng National Bureau of Investigation sa senador ang ilang POGO-related cases na hinahawakan ng Investigation Service ng ahensya. Ayon sa NBI, umabot sa 113 ang bilang ng POGO-related crimes mula Nobyembre 2019 hanggang Marso 2023. Ang naturang sulat ay ipinadala noong Marso 23, 2023 at nilagdaan ni Atty. Medardo De Lemos, NBI Director.
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Aside from providing medical assistance, the Tulong-Medikal team also distributed food packs to 200 patients in the pediatric ward of JBLMGH.
Bukod sa pagbibigay ng tulong medikal, namahagi rin ang Tulong-Medikal team ng food packs sa 200 pasyente sa pediatric ward ng JBLMGH.
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Cayetano said that due to her dedication, Ople earned the trust and affection of fellow public servants, workers, and OFWs and their families.
Sinabi ni Cayetano na dahil sa kanyang dedikasyon, nakuha ni Ople ang tiwala at pagmamahal ng mga kapwa lingkod-bayan, mga manggagawa, at mga OFW at kanilang mga pamilya.
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PIDS also criticized the unequal distribution of 56,400 daycare centers between first-class and lowest-income municipalities. The DSWD also reported in 2022 that 14% of local government units, especially low-income municipalities.
Pinuna rin ng PIDS ang hindi pantay na distribusyon ng 56,400 daycare centers sa pagitan ng mga first-class at lowest income municipalities. Iniulat din ng DSWD noong 2022 na 14% ng mga local government units, lalo na ang mga low-income municipalities.
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Gatchalian added that rehabilitation efforts must focus on the safe return and continuation of education. Following DepEd's scheduled expansion of limited face-to-face classes in January next year, Gatchalian said that the safety of schools in typhoon-hit areas should be prioritized.
Dagdag ni Gatchalian, mahalagang tutukan sa rehabilitation efforts ang ligtas na pagbabalik at pagpapatuloy ng edukasyon. Kasunod ng nakatakdang pagpapalawig ng DepEd ng limited face-to-face classes sa Enero ng susunod na taon, sinabi ni Gatchalian na dapat bigyang prayoridad ang kaligtasan ng mga paaralan sa mga lugar na tinamaan ng bagyo.
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Among TEC's mandates are the formulation of a teacher education roadmap to be submitted to CHED to become part of the national higher education roadmap, the setting of core standards for teacher education programs, the recommendation of policies to encourage high school students to pursue education courses, and ensuring a smooth transition from college to teaching.
Kabilang sa mga mandato ng TEC ang pagbalangkas ng teacher education roadmap na isusumite sa CHED upang maging bahagi ng national higher education roadmap, ang pagtatalaga ng mga pangunahing pamantayan para sa mga teacher education programs, ang rekomendasyon ng mga polisiya sa pag-hikayat ng mga mag-aaral sa high school na kumuha ng kurso sa edukasyon, at ang pagtiyak sa maayos na pagpasok sa trabaho mula kolehiyo hanggang sa pagtuturo.
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In his engagement with BFAR Assistant Director for Administrative Resources Zaldy Perez, Sen. Tulfo questioned the complicated system of distributing fuel subsidies through a voucher or card scheme that can only be used at selected gas stations, instead of direct cash given to beneficiaries – which Perez confirmed is currently being done by BFAR.
Sa pakikipagugnayan ni Sen. Tulfo kay BFAR Assistant Director for Administrative Resources Zaldy Perez, kinuwestiyon niya ang komplikadong sistema ng pamamahagi ng fuel subsidy sa pamamagitan ng voucher o card scheme na magagamit lamang sa piling mga gasolinahan, imbes na diretsong cash na ibinibigay sa mga benepisyaryo - na kinumpirma ni Perez na kasalukuyang ginagawa ng BFAR.
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Sen. Tulfo's Chief-of-Staff Atty. Garreth Tungol and his daughter Maricel Tulfo-Tungol, along with Project Coordinator George Pumasen, led the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the launch of the Aksyon Center today, August 6.
Pinangunahan ng Chief-of-Staff ni Sen. Tulfo na si Atty. Garreth Tungol at anak niyang si Maricel Tulfo-Tungol, kasama ang Project Coordinator na si George Pumasen, ang ribbon-cutting ceremony sa paglulunsad ng Aksyon Center ngayong araw, Agosto 6.
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According to the senator, the heavy and often abusive loan conditions of some OLAs further burden Filipinos addicted to online gambling, burying them in endless debt to gamble and gambling just to pay off debt.
Ayon sa senador, ang mabigat at kadalasang mapang-abusong mga kondisyon ng pautang ng ilang OLA ang lalo pang nagpapahirap sa mga Pilipinong nalululong sa online gambling, na nagbabaon sa kanila sa walang katapusang pangungutang para magsugal at pagsusugal para lang makabayad ng utang.
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Gatchalian distributed 528 sacks of 50-kilo rice to the victims of two separate fire incidents in Bacoor, Cavite. On August 7, a fire razed approximately 600 houses in Sitio Wawa, Barangay Zapote 3. Another fire broke out in Sitio Kanluran, Barangay Zapote III, Bacoor, Cavite on September 10, destroying over 800 houses made of light materials and affecting at least one thousand families.
Namahagi si Gatchalian ng 528 sako ng bigas na tig-50 kilo para sa mga biktima ng dalawang magkaibang insidente ng sunog sa Bacoor, Cavite. Noong Agosto 7, isang sunog ang tumupok sa humigit-kumulang 600 kabahayan sa Sitio Wawa, Barangay Zapote 3. Isa pang sunog ang sumiklab sa Sitio Kanluran, Barangay Zapote III, Bacoor, Cavite noong Setyembre 10 na tumupok sa mahigit 800 kabahayan na yari sa magagaan na materyales at nakaapekto sa hindi bababa sa isang libong pamilya.
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Before purchasing an additional 3 million pentavalent (5-in-1) vaccine doses that provide protection against pertussis, diphtheria, tetanus, hepatitis B, and Haemophilus influenzae type B, it is recalled that the DOH only had 64,000 doses of pentavalent vaccines.
Bago bumili ng karagdagang 3 milyong pentavalent (5-in-1) vaccine doses na nagbibigay proteksyon laban sa pertussis, diphtheria, tetanus, hepatitis B at Haemophilus influenzae type B, matatandaang meron lamang 64,000 doses ng pentavalent vaccines ang DOH.
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If the patient is indigent, a guarantee letter from the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) may be submitted.
Kung indigent ang pasyente, maaaring magsumite ng guarantee letter mula sa Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD).
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Senator Win Gatchalian said that the government must ensure safety in the potential use of nuclear energy.
Sinabi ni Senador Win Gatchalian na dapat tiyakin ng gobyerno ang kaligtasan sa potensyal na paggamit ng enerhiyang nukleyar.
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Under the General Appropriations Bill for fiscal year 2025 (House Bill No. 10800), P496.6 million is allocated for the free assessment and certification of SHS-TVL students.
Sa ilalim ng General Appropriations Bill para sa fiscal year 2025, (House Bill No. 10800), P496.6 milyon ang nakalaan para sa libreng assessment at certification ng mga mag-aaral sa SHS-TVL.
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Senators Alan Peter and Pia Cayetano are calling for an investigation into the transfer of excess funds from the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) to the Bureau of Treasury.
Nananawagan sina Senador Alan Peter at Pia Cayetano ng imbestigasyon sa paglilipat ng sobrang pondo mula sa Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) papunta sa Bureau of Treasury.
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According to the law, he is pushing for transparency in the Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET) by mandating the Professional Regulations Commission to immediately release the latest LET questions and answers to the Teacher Education Council.
Ayon sa batas, itinutulak niya ang transparency sa Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET) sa pamamagitan ng pag-aatas sa Professional Regulations Commission na ilabas agad sa Teacher Education Council ang pinakahuling tanong at sagot sa LET.
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Senator Win Gatchalian is pushing for an increase in the intelligence fund of the Philippine National Police (PNP) as part of a more intensified campaign against Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) that continue to defy the government's ban on their operations.
Isinusulong ni Senador Win Gatchalian ang pagtaas ng intelligence fund ng Philippine National Police (PNP) bilang bahagi ng mas maigting na kampanya laban sa mga Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGO) na patuloy na sumusuway sa pagbabawal ng gobyerno sa kanilang operasyon.
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Based on data from the TESDA Certification Office, it appears that there are only 7,551 accredited competency assessors nationwide.
Batay sa datos ng TESDA Certification Office, lumalabas na meron lamang 7,551 accredited competency assessors sa buong bansa.
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Weeks before the start of the new school year, Senator Win Gatchalian is pushing for an assessment of the impact of school closures due to the COVID-19 pandemic, including measures for the recovery of the education sector.
Ilang linggo bago magsimula ang bagong school year, isinusulong ni Senador Win Gatchalian ang pagsusuri sa naging epekto ng pagsasara ng mga paaralan dahil sa pandemya ng COVID-19, kabilang ang mga hakbang tungo sa pagbangon ng sektor ng edukasyon.
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He emphasized that Republic Act 10845, also known as An Act Declaring Large-Scale Agricultural Smuggling as Economic Sabotage, must be properly implemented. Despite its enactment six years ago in 2016, agricultural smuggling remains rampant, he added.
Binigyang-diin niya na ang Republic Act 10845, na kilala rin bilang An Act Declaring Large-Scale Agricultural Smuggling as Economic Sabotage, ay dapat ipatupad nang maayos. Sa kabila kasi ng pagsasabatas nito anim na taon na ang nakararaan simula noong 2016, talamak pa ring ang agricultural smuggling, dagdag niya.
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Cayetano said that aside from recognizing the existence of discrimination, an effective communication strategy is also needed to combat it in all fields.
Sinabi ni Cayetano na bukod sa pagkilala sa pagkakaroon ng diskriminasyon, kailangan din ng isang mahusay na diskarte sa komunikasyon upang labanan ito sa lahat ng larangan.
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Likewise, the Senator from Isabela and Davao instructed Palpal-latoc to monitor and investigate cases of Persons Deprived of Liberty (PDLs) with suspicious deaths under police custody.
Gayundin, inatasan ng Senador mula Isabela at Davao si Palpal-latoc na imonitor at imbestigahan ang mga kaso ng mga PDL na may kaduda-dudang pagkamatay sa ilalim ng kustodiya ng mga pulis.
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Angara agreed that aid distribution should still be part of the government's agenda, but he added that the type and method of aid to be given should be carefully considered.
Umayon naman si Angara na dapat bahagi pa rin ng agenda ng gobyerno ang pamamahagi ng ayuda, ngunit dinagdag niya na dapat maingat na ikonsidera ang klase at pamamaraan ng ayudang ibibigay.
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Unlike previous years when thousands of OFWs and their families went to the World Trade Center in Pasay City to participate in the summit, Villar clarified that it will be held virtually.
Hindi gaya noong mga nakaraang taon kung saan nagtutungo ang libo-libo OFWs at kanilang pamilya sa World Trade Center sa Pasay City para lumahok sa summit, niliwanag ni Villar na gagawin ito virtually.
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Education support personnel include those in teaching-related or non-teaching positions in private and public schools. These include teaching assistants, registrars, librarians, doctors, nurses, schools division counselors, school counselors, school counselor associates, guidance counselors, psychologists, clerks, and others.
Kabilang sa mga education support personnel ang mga nasa teaching-related o non-teaching positions sa mga pribado at pampublikong paaralan. Kabilang dito ang mga teaching assistant, registrar, librarian, doktor, nurse, schools division counselor, school counselor, school counselor associate, guidance counselor, psychologist, clerk, at iba pa.
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Filipino student-athletes from the National Academy of Sports (NAS) showcased their skills at the 2024 US Open Table Tennis Championships in Las Vegas. Khevine Khieth Cruz, Grade 7 from Tondo, Manila, and Liam Zion Cabalu, Grade 8 from Quezon, clinched the gold medal in the Under-13 Boys Doubles event.
Nagpakitang-gilas ang mga Pilipinong student-athletes mula sa National Academy of Sports (NAS) sa 2024 US Open Table Tennis Championships sa Las Vegas. Nasungkit nina Khevine Khieth Cruz, Grade 7 mula Tondo, Manila, at Liam Zion Cabalu, Grade 8 mula Quezon, ang gintong medalya sa Under-13 Boys Doubles event.
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As pertussis cases continue to rise, it is recalled that the DOH warned of a possible shortage of pertussis vaccines by May. However, the department purchased three million doses of pertussis vaccines from the Serum Institute of India to ensure a continuous supply of these vaccines in May and June. Six million doses of pentavalent vaccines, which provide protection against pertussis, diphtheria, tetanus, hepatitis B, and Haemophilus influenzae type b, are expected to arrive in July.
Habang patuloy na umaakyat ang mga kaso ng pertussis, matatandaang nagbabala ang DOH sa posibleng kakulangan ng mga pertussis vaccines pagdating ng Mayo. Ngunit nakabili ang kagawaran ng tatlong milyong dose ng pertussis vaccines mula sa Serum Institute ng India upang tiyakin ang patuloy na suplay ng mga naturang bakuna sa Mayo at Hunyo. Inaasahan namang darating sa Hulyo ang anim na milyong dose ng pentavalent vaccines na nagbibigay proteksyon laban sa pertussis, diphtheria, tetanus, hepatitis B, and Haemophilus influenzae type b.
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The Senate has ratified the bicameral conference committee report on the Early Childhood Care and Development (ECCD) System Act (Senate Bill No. 2575 and House Bill No. 10142). According to Senator Win Gatchalian, the proposed law is an important reform to strengthen the foundation of students in their education.
Niratipikahan na ng Senado ang bicameral conference committee report sa Early Childhood Care and Development (ECCD) System Act (Senate Bill No. 2575 at House Bill No. 10142). Ayon kay Senador Win Gatchalian, isang mahalagang reporma ang panukalang batas upang patatagin ang pundasyon ng mga mag-aaral sa kanilang edukasyon.
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Gatchalian is currently proposing the pilot testing of limited face-to-face classes in low-risk areas. In the said briefing, Gatchalian shared a 2020 report by the Asian Development Bank (ADB) which estimated that the closure of schools during School Year 2020-2021 resulted in a loss of almost two (1.9) trillion pesos or more than ten percent of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP).
Kasalukuyang ipinapanukala ni Gatchalian ang pilot testing ng limited face-to-face classes sa mga low-risk areas. Sa naturang briefing, ibinahagi ni Gatchalian ang isang 2020 report ng Asian Development Bank (ADB) kung saan tinatayang nagdulot ng pagkawala ng halos dalawang (1.9) trilyong piso o katumbas ng higit sampung porsyento ng Gross Domestic Product (GDP) ang pagsasara ng mga paaralan noong School Year 2020-2021.
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Committee on Public Services Chairperson Raffy Tulfo expressed concern over the lack of anti-drone technology in airports and other critical government establishments in the country.
Ikinabahala ni Committee on Public Services Chairperson Raffy Tulfo ang kawalan ng anti-drone technology sa mga paliparan at iba pang kritikal na mga establisyemento ng gobyerno sa bansa.
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The PISA report also shared some examples of how education systems can help address students' nutritional needs. In Finland, for example, free meals are ensured from pre-primary to upper secondary education. Under Ireland's School Meals Program, funds are allocated for necessary meals for students and children in schools and organizations.
Ibinahagi din ng ulat ng PISA ang ilang halimbawa kung paano makatutulong ang mga sistema ng edukasyon upang tugunan ang pangangailangan ng mga mag-aaral pagdating sa nutrisyon. Sa Finland, halimbawa, tinitiyak ang mga libreng pagkain mula pre-primary hanggang upper secondary education. Sa ilalim naman ng School Meals Program ng Ireland, may nakalaang pondo para sa mga kinakailangang pagkain para sa mga mag-aaral at mga bata sa mga paaralan at mga organisasyon.
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While this is good news, a clear plan is still needed to sustain this positive momentum, especially since 1.5 million Filipinos are expected to join the labor force next year.
Bagamat magandang balita ito, kailangan pa rin ng malinaw na plano upang ma-sustain ang positive momentum na ito, lalo na't may 1.5 million na paparating na mga Pilipino sa labor force sa susunod na taon.
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