Rep Edcel Lagman dies at 82 from cardiac arrest
Albay First District Representative and Liberal Party President Edcel Lagman passed away on January 30 due to cardiac arrest at age 82.
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Ferdinand Romualdez
Ferdinand Romualdez is the Speaker of the Philippine House of Representatives, known for his efforts to stabilize food prices and promote gender equality. He commemorated Pope Francis' visit to Tacloban by leading a Mass at New Daniel Z. Romualdez Airport, highlighting the spiritual leader's impact on disaster recovery. Additionally, Romualdez supports long-term projects and aid initiatives for communities like Pag-asa Island in Palawan, emphasizing unity and resilience in facing national challenges.
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Last updated at April 26, 2025.
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House supports Pag-asa Island residents with aid, long-term projects
The House of Representatives pledged full support for residents of Pag-asa Island in Palawan on Jan. 16.
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Eastern Visayas officials defend Marcos Jr., Romualdez against Duterte鈥檚 attacks
Local officials from Eastern Visayas have defended President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and House Speaker Ferdinand Romualdez against verbal attacks and threats from Vice President Sara Duterte.
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Ten Basilan mayors support postponing Bangsamoro elections
Ten mayors in Basilan and their governor have expressed support for postponing the first Bangsamoro parliamentary elections scheduled for 2025 to 2026.
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House Speaker pledges support for Marcos Jr.'s food security measures
Speaker Ferdinand Romualdez pledged on Friday that the House of Representatives would continue supporting President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s efforts to ensure food accessibility and affordability, citing lower September inflation rates as evidence of positive results.
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VP Duterte absent from House debate, budget cut
Vice President Sara Duterte missed the House of Representatives' plenary debate for a second consecutive day on Tuesday, September 24, causing frustration among lawmakers.
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Speaker Romualdez vows crackdown on POGOs, pledges accountability
Speaker Ferdinand Romualdez vowed to push for measures to hold accountable those involved in illegal activities linked to Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGO) hubs during a press briefing on Monday.
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Manila prepares hero's welcome for Olympic gold medalist Yulo
The City of Manila is preparing a hero's welcome parade for Carlos Edriel Yulo, who won two gold medals in men's artistic gymnastics at the Paris Olympics on August 3 and 4.
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Senate files resolutions, offers P10M to Carlos Yulo after Olympic golds
Following Carlos Yulo's historic win of two gold medals in gymnastics at the Paris Olympics, at least two resolutions have been filed in the Senate to confer upon him the prestigious 'Senate Medal of Excellence', and he is guaranteed a minimum P10 million from the Philippine government.
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Romualdez hasn't recognized Duterte as opposition leader, respects her decision
House of Representatives Speaker Ferdinand Romualdez has not yet recognized Vice President Sara Duterte as part of the opposition, despite statements from former presidential spokesperson Harry Roque.
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