Trust in Marcos and Duterte declines, new survey reveals

The Social Weather Stations (SWS) has released the results of its December 2024 national survey, sponsored by Stratbase Consultancy, which gauged public trust in Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Sara Duterte. Conducted from December 12 to 18, the survey highlights trends in public confidence toward both figures. Among the 98% of respondents who were aware of […]


Marcos signs P6.326 trillion budget, prioritizes education

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. signed the P6.326 trillion national budget for 2025 into law on Monday, Dec. 30, with the education sector receiving the largest share of P1.05 trillion. Other major allocations include P1.007 trillion for the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), P315.1 billion for the Department of National Defense (DND), P279.1 […]


Drawing the line: Marcos honors historic map

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. called on Filipinos to draw inspiration from the Murillo Velarde 1734 Map, a historic artifact that underscores the country’s sovereignty. He received the original map during a ceremonial turnover at Malacañan Palace on December 6, 2024. “Let us not only admire the artistry of the masterpiece presented to us today, but […]