Today, ABS-CBN Corporation marks its 80th founding anniversary. ❤️💚💙
The Kapamilya network traces its roots to June 13, 1946, with the establishment of Bolinao Electronics Corporation (BEC), which later became Alto Broadcasting System (ABS).
Following its acquisition by the Lopez family and the merger with Chronicle Broadcasting Network (CBN), it evolved into what is now known as ABS-CBN Broadcasting Corporation.
Discover more Kapamilya stories in "Huling Akyat sa Torre," a documentary by Anjo Bagaoisan (@anjo_bagaoisan), narrated by Tony Velasquez (@KakanTuring), premiering on June 15, 2026, on ANC, ABS-CBN News YouTube channel, and https://t.co/13pS9C7umf.
SENATE BACK TO WORK FOR THE FILIPINO PEOPLE
We express our deep appreciation and commend the courageous decision of Senator Francis “Chiz” Escudero to take the floor today and confront the issues facing the institution. His action sent a clear message: that his commitment to the country, to the Senate, and to the Constitution would prevail above all else.
His presence enabled the Senate to proceed with the discussion of matters that are too important to be left unresolved and too consequential to be set aside.
On the issue of quorum, this is not an uncharted matter. The Supreme Court, in Avelino v. Cuenco, recognized the principle that a quorum of 12 is determined based on the number of members who are legally able to discharge the functions of the Senate.
There is likewise an institutional precedent. In 2015, the Senate recognized a quorum of 12 senators who were within its jurisdiction. The Senate continued to perform its constitutional duties because the work of government could not be placed on hold.
At a time when the nation faces pressing challenges, the Filipino people expect their Senate to work, deliberate, and fulfill its constitutional mandate. The institution cannot remain stalled by disagreements or uncertainty. Our duty is clear: to legislate, provide oversight, and serve the public interest.
The Filipino people deserve a Senate that shows up, does its job, and places public service above politics.
It is time for the Senate to move forward and get back to work for the Filipino people.
Today, I take my oath as Senate President Pro Tempore.
Nagpapasalamat ako sa tiwala at kumpiyansang ipinagkaloob sa akin ng aking mga kasamahan sa Senado.
Buong pagpapakumbaba kong tinatanggap ang responsibilidad na ito. Patuloy tayong magtatrabaho at tutupad sa ating tungkulin para sa sambayanang Pilipino.
NEW SENATE COMMITTEE CHAIRMANSHIPS
Inihalal ang mga sumusunod na senador bilang chairperson ng Senate committees ngayong Miyerkules, June 3.
Kasunod ito ng pagdeklara ng quorum sa Senado.
• Sen. JV Ejercito - Finance
• Sen. Tito Sotto - National Defense and Security, Peace, Unification and Reconciliation
• Sen. Ping Lacson - Public Order and Dangerous Drugs, Accounts
• Sen. Erwin Tulfo - Accountability of Public Officers and Investigations (Blue Ribbon), Social Justice, Welfare and Rural Development
• Sen. Raffy Tulfo - Public Services
• Sen. Bam Aquino - Basic Education
• Sen. Kiko Pangilinan - Agriculture, Food and Agrarian Reform
• Sen. Risa Hontiveros - Health and Demography
• Sen. Lito Lapid - Games and Amusement
• Sen. Chiz Escudero - Urban Planning, Housing and Resettlement
• Sen. Migz Zubiri - Foreign Relations, Rules
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HAPPY PRIDE MONTH ♥️🧡💛💚💙💜
Here's my updated Divas in Music - 2026 Edition - Their powerhouse anthems and larger-than-life personas provide a soundtrack of resilience and self-expression to our LGBTQ+ community.
#pride#pridemonth#pridedivas#pride2024#GayPride#loveislove
Senators Kiko Pangilinan, Risa Hontiveros and Bam Aquino were elected again as the committee chairman of Agriculture, Health, and Basic Education!!!
JUSKO BUTI PUMASOK KA CHIZ HAYOPCCA PERO AYOKO PA RIN SAYO 😭✋
SOLID BLOC 11: ALAN PETER CAYETANO RESIGN!
What happened today was a clear abandonment of responsibility, a dereliction of duty, and a blatant disregard of the rules that govern this institution, because the Senate cannot be made to stop working simply because its presiding officer refuses to lead.
Under Rule XIV, Sec. 41 of the Rules of the Senate, the Senate President may postpone the holding of the session AFTER consultation with the Majority Leader AND the Minority Leader. That rule was violated. This is not merely a procedural lapse—it is a direct violation of the Rules of the Senate and a serious disrespect for the institution and the Filipino people.
Senate President Alan Peter Cayetano SHOULD RESIGN as he has shown that he cannot function as the leader of the Senate.