Four months have passed yet COVID-19 still continues to plague our lives. In the Philippines, apart from the health risks forced upon us by COVID-19, economic crises also rise due to the suspension of work in most areas. The most vulnerable to these risks and problems are the frontliners, and those in the informal sector—the…

Sec. Bernadette Romulo-Puyat is the current head of the Department of Tourism. She is one of the government officials who acknowledged and responded to the needs of the people. She is among those who chose to not get tested for COVID-19 despite being in close contact with COVID-19 positive AFP Chief General Felimon Santos Jr….

While most local government units were busy packing rice and canned goods, Mayor Emerson “Emeng” Pascual of Gapan City, Nueva Ecija deviated from the “norm”. Instead, he provided a sack of rice, a live chicken, fresh eggs and vegetables, and a thousand pesos for every family.  According to an article published by Manila Bulletin, he…

This COVID-19 pandemic has been bringing out one of the most exemplary features of Filipino culture—bayanihan, the community effort to help one another in times of need. Gerandy Danao, the mayor of the town of Narra in Palawan, has been working together with other officials to help his constituents survive this difficult time. According to…

“Republic of Iloilo”, “Country within a country” and “Wakanda of the Philippines” are just some of the names dubbed by netizens to the city and province of Iloilo. Despite the raucousness of the national government in leading the country against COVID-19, Iloilo Governor Arthur Defensor Jr. and Iloilo City Mayor Jerry Treñas went on to…

Yan ang Tama, Yan ang Muntinlupa! Muntinlupa City has proved that they set the bar high when it comes to battling the pandemic and providing public service. Under the leadership of Mayor Jaime Fresnedi, Muntinlupeños are truly in great hands during this pandemic. Recently, the Department of Health and World Health Organization recognized and commended…

Just the numbers of the Office of the Vice President’s (OVP) COVID-10 Response efforts reflect the dedication and competence of Vice President Maria Leonor “Leni” Robredo with millions of fund raised and thousands of assistance distributed. However, their help had gone beyond the physical assistance given — it has been the frontliners’ strength during this…

Marcelino “Marcy” Reyes Teodoro is the current mayor of Marikina City. His leadership and proactive measures to counter the spread of COVID-19 in his city has been lauded by citizens including people from other cities. During the onset of the pandemic, Mayor Teodoro already announced that Marikina will open its own molecular testing center for…

Johnielle Keith Pasion Nieto or most commonly known as “Kit Nieto” is the incumbent Mayor of Cainta since 2013. Mayor Kit Nieto’s proactive response towards the COVID-19 situation has been praised by the citizens.  Kit Nieto put Cainta under a Community Quarantine coinciding with the Metro Manila Community Quarantine last March 15, and started implementing…

Life is largely online right now. Ever since the pandemic began, our perspectives about the world shifted, and the way we organized our lives has been turned upside down. While most places are still under the enhanced community quarantine, there are a few things we can do to maintain our center and make the best…