DepEd introduces ‘My Buddy’ peer support system for safer schools

Inquirer.net - Oct 17, 2026

MANILA, Philippines – The Department of Education (DepEd) is expanding its learner-led peer facilitation network through the My Buddy System alongside structured counseling and teacher check-ins to build safer, more supportive school environments, as part of its mental health and psychosocial support framework. Launched during the observance of National School Safety Week, the My Buddy

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Sara Duterte denies owning fast food chain franchise amid GenCorp link

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MANILA, Philippines—Vice President Sara Duterte on Saturday denied that she owns a Jollibee franchise amid her links to food company GenCorp Industries Inc., stressing that her investment in the company does not equate to ownership. “I do not own a Jollibee franchise or any other franchise. I previously invested in a company that is part

Approval of national water management bill pushed amid El Niño threat

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Approval of national water management bill pushed amid El Niño threat

MANILA, Philippines — Marikina 2nd District Rep. Miro S. Quimbo on Saturday called for the immediate passage of a measure, which seeks to strengthen water management through a stronger national framework, amid the looming threat of a Super El Niño. He said that the passage of the National Water Resources Management Act, or House Bill

Prosec draws comparison between Corona conviction, VP’s P1.5B ‘unexplained wealth’

Oct 17, 2026

Prosec draws comparison between Corona conviction, VP’s P1.5B ‘unexplained wealth’

MANILA, Philippines – House prosecution panel member and Manila Rep. Joel Chua on Saturday drew a comparison between the impeachment conviction of Chief Justice Renato Corona over undisclosed assets and the unexplained wealth allegations against Vice President Sara Z. Duterte, which a prosecution expert said could allegedly reach P1.5 billion. Chua pointed out that Corona

Prosec hoping for Sara Duterte impeachment verdict by November, December

Oct 17, 2026

Prosec hoping for Sara Duterte impeachment verdict by November, December

MANILA, Philippines – House prosecution panel member and Manila Rep. Joel Chua is hoping that the Senate impeachment court will be able to rule on Vice President Sara Z. Duterte’s case by late November or early December now that only the alleged unexplained wealth article remains. Chua said prosecutors narrowed the case partly because they

Prosec: COA ruling shows VP could still be convicted of confi funds misuse

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MANILA, Philippines – A spokesperson for the House prosecution has expressed belief that the evidence against Vice President Sara Z. Duterte’s alleged misuse of confidential funds could still lead to her conviction with the possible initiation of criminal proceedings outside the impeachment trial.   Trial spokesperson and Lanao del Sur Rep. Zia Alonto Adiong cited the

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Diocese of Virac pushes moratorium on Catanduanes mining projects

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Diocese of Virac pushes moratorium on Catanduanes mining projects

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Gen Z workplace communication sparks friction in Korean offices

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Gen Z workplace communication sparks friction in Korean offices

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Talisay, Batangas heat index hits 40°C, precautions urged

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Talisay, Batangas heat index hits 40°C, precautions urged

LUCENA CITY — Authorities in Talisay, Batangas on Saturday, Oct. 17, urged residents to take precautions after the heat index in the town reached 40°C. The Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction Management Council (MDRRMC) advised residents to take precautionary measures against the prevailing high heat index, which reached the extreme caution level. “Exposure to elevated temperatures

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