Dignified public transport should be a basic human right
by Kara Santos
“Parang naging uso na naman”
Have you been seeing an increasing number of wang-wang convoys and motorists using blinkers? You're not alone. In fact, even senators have taken notice.In a recent tweet, Senator JV Ejercito called on the President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. to
Not a good look
Distracted driving is bad enough. Distracted driving while you're serving as Senator on the same day a bill against distracted driving is being introduced? Yeah, it's probably a substantially worse look.According to a report by NBC News, US senator
by Drei Laurel
Do you think this will help?
Amid the spread of COVID-19 in Metro Manila, medical professionals keep reminding us that this is no time to panic-it'll only do more harm than good. But of course, exercising extra caution will go a long way.Earlier this
Do the Cebuanos here agree?
Several days ago, Senator Joel Villanueva pitched that telecommuting is a possible solution to Metro Manila's transportation crisis. According to him, the concept would "create more options for our employees to fulfill their duties while minimizing the need to go out
by Drei Laurel
Higher monetary fines are also being proposed.
If one senator were to have his way, reckless drivers might be facing almost 15 years in jail instead of just two to six.Senator Koko Pimentel has filed Senate Bill No. 118, which will amend Article 365 of the Revised Penal
by Drei Laurel
Yes, please
It goes without saying that moving around Metro Manila is a major pain in the a**, regardless of whether you drive a car or take public transportation. But it isn't just the wasted time or everyday hassle of commuting that gets
by Drei Laurel
It seeks to lessen traffic congestion, too
Tired of spending hours upon hours stuck on EDSA on your way to work? If yes, we have some good news for you.The Philippine Senate released a statement earlier today saying that the Telecommuting Act of 2017, better known as the
by Drei Laurel
Are you in favor of this?
Prospective car owners might soon have to prove they have adequate parking before driving home with a new ride.According to a Senate press release, Senate Bill No. 201, dubbed the Proof-of-Parking Space Act, is currently in the works. If
by Drei Laurel
'Wag padalos-dalos'
A Senator has spoken up regarding the Metro Manila Council (MMC) and Metropolitan Manila Development Authority's (MMDA) plan to ban cars without passengers from EDSA during rush hour.According to Senator Grace Poe, the MMDA shouldn't rush implementing the new
by Drei Laurel
Because ours are one chaotic mess
Do we need more laws just to reverse the increasing number of road accidents in the country?In a bid to minimize the number of road accidents that result in the loss of lives and property, Senator Francis "Chiz" Escudero filed Senate
Who have just been indicted for plunder
You've likely heard the good news, possibly the best news you'll hear all week: The Office of the Ombudsman has finally indicted our three brilliant lawmakers--Senators Juan Ponce Enrile, Ramon "Bong" Revilla Jr. and Jinggoy Estrada--for plunder. If
