Ejercito wants to double social pension for indigent seniors to P2,000

Inquirer.net - Oct 4, 2026

MANILA, Philippines – Senator JV Ejercito has submitted a proposed measure seeking to double the current monthly social stipend for indigent senior citizens from P1,000 to P2,000, providing greater financial relief for elderly Filipinos amid rising costs. Ejercito’s Senate Bill No. 2522 aims to amend Republic Act No. 11916, which sets the monthly social pension

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Mystery of tragic shipwreck off Kent coast solved after 46 years

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Gatchalian upbeat on Sara Duterte impeachment trial verdict by November

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MANILA, Philippines – Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian said the impeachment court is aiming to reach a verdict on Vice President Sara Duterte’s case by November. “Maybe mid-November to end-November. Hopefully, hopefully,” he said in an interrview with radio dzBB on Sunday. Pressed further if he meant that the trial would end and the impeachment court

No winners of major lotto games as Ultra Lotto jackpot hits P361.4 million

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Diocese of Kalibo raises concerns over opening of Boracay casino

Oct 4, 2026

Diocese of Kalibo raises concerns over opening of Boracay casino

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Site of historic former town centre pub goes on market for just £80k

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Teachers’ group bats for P50,000 entry pay, more spending for education

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