OCD-X Kicks Off National Disaster Resilience Month 2026 with Regionwide DRRM Caravan
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — The Office of Civil Defense Regional Office X (OCD-X), in…
Salceda hails PBBM for successful PH bid to host UN Loss and Damage Fund (LDF) Board
Albay 2nd district Rep. Joey Salceda (Facebook) House Ways and Means Chair Joey Sarte Salceda (Albay, 2nd district) has congratulated the Marcos administration for its successful bid for the Philippines to host the Loss and Damage Fund (LDF) Board under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). “Hosting the LDF will help the Philippines gain fair access to financial…
OCD-X Kicks Off National Disaster Resilience Month 2026 with Regionwide DRRM Caravan
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — The Office of Civil Defense Regional Office X (OCD-X), in partnership with SM CDO Downtown, officially launched the observance of National Disaster Resilience Month (NDRM) 2026 on July 1 through a Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (DRRM) Caravan and Static Display, highlighting the region’s commitment to building safer and more…
𝐃𝐎𝐒𝐓 𝐈𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐨𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐬 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐭 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐑𝐁𝐎𝐎𝐊𝐒 𝟏𝟓𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧
MUNTINLUPA CITY – The Department of Science and Technology Ilocos Region (DOST Ilocos Region) proudly participated in the 15th Anniversary Celebration of STARBOOKS (Science and Technology Academic and Research-Based Openly Operated KioskS) held on June 24–25, 2026, at Acacia Hotel Manila, Alabang, Muntinlupa City, reaffirming its commitment to bringing science, technology, and innovation closer to…
𝐃𝐎𝐒𝐓 𝐗𝐈𝐈 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐃𝐎𝐒𝐓-𝐈𝐓𝐃𝐈 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐞 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐎𝐂𝐂𝐒𝐊𝐒𝐀𝐑𝐆𝐄𝐍’𝐬 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐞𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 𝐋𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲
A significant milestone toward strengthening the region’s quality infrastructure has been achieved as the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Region XII formally entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the DOST-Industrial Technology Development Institute (DOST-ITDI) on July 2, 2026, paving the way for the expansion of the SOCCSKSARGEN Regional Metrology Laboratory. Spearheaded through…
𝗖𝗣𝗣𝗢 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝗢𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 𝗜𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗗𝗢𝗦𝗧 𝗖𝗼𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗮𝘁𝗼
The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) SOCCSKSARGEN – Cotabato Provincial Science and Technology Office (PSTO) conducted an orientation on the agency’s Programs, Projects, and Activities (PPAs) for the uniformed and non-uniformed personnel of the PNP Cotabato Police Provincial Office (CPPO), led by Provincial Director PCol Ramil B. Hojilla. The activity aimed to enhance the…
𝐏𝐎𝐑𝐓𝐀𝐒𝐎𝐋 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 𝐄𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬 𝐂𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐧𝐞𝐫, 𝐅𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐃𝐫𝐲𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐨 𝐂𝐚𝐜𝐚𝐨 𝐅𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐬
Traditional open-sun drying leaves hardworking farmers at the mercy of unpredictable weather, leading to high post-harvest losses and lower market prices. To address this challenge, the Local Government Unit of Matungao and DOST Lanao del Norte officially sealed their partnership on June 18 at Matungao Municipal Hall. Led by Mayor Hon. Jaber M. Azis, this…
DOST Ilocos Region, DOST-PCIEERD Strengthen Research Culture Through Capacity Building on R&D Proposal Development.
To strengthen the research and development (R&D) capabilities of academic and research institutions in the Ilocos Region, the Department of Science and Technology Ilocos Region (DOST Ilocos Region), through the Ilocos Consortium for Industry, Energy, and Emerging Technology Research and Development (ICIEERD), in partnership with the DOST-Philippine Council for Industry, Energy and Emerging Technology Research…
ESWF Unveils ENTER BATTLE ZONE 2026 to Strengthen Philippine Esports Pipeline
MANILA, Philippines — The E-Sports World Federation (ESWF) has officially launched ENTER BATTLE ZONE (EBZ) 2026, a nationwide Mobile Legends: Bang Bang tournament designed to identify and develop emerging Filipino esports players while expanding opportunities for competitive growth and international exposure. The tournament will take place on July 31 to August 2, 2026, bringing together…
Toxics Watchdog Alerts FDA Over Banned Mercury-Containing Skin Lightening Products Sold in Mindanao
Following market monitoring activities conducted from June 10 to 13, 2026, in Surigao City, Butuan City, and Davao City, toxics watchdog BAN Toxics prompted the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to act on the proliferation of banned mercury-containing skin-lightening products being sold in beauty shops. To conduct chemical testing, the group purchased Pakistan-made Goree products…
Gaming, Creativity, and Innovation Take Center Stage at ALT + TAB Festival 2026
PASAY CITY, Philippines — The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) highlighted the growing role of science, technology, and innovation (STI) in advancing the Philippine gaming and creative industries during the successful staging of the ALT + TAB Festival 2026 held on 20–21 June at the SMX Convention Center Manila. The two-day festival gathered gamers,…
On the reported attempt on the life of broadcaster Jay Lavapiez
June 22, 2026 The Presidential Task Force on Media Security expresses deep concern over the reported attempt on the life of radio broadcaster Jay Lavapiez in Barangay Cagay, Roxas City, at about 5 a.m. on Monday, June 22. This incident highlights the urgent need to protect journalists, who play an important role in informing the…
