MAYOR JURIS B. SUCRO RECEIVES PPA RECOGNITION FOR UNWAVERING SUPPORT TO COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS
ILOILO CITY | July 23, 2026 — The Parole and Probation Administration (PPA) under the…
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…
MAYOR JURIS B. SUCRO RECEIVES PPA RECOGNITION FOR UNWAVERING SUPPORT TO COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS
ILOILO CITY | July 23, 2026 — The Parole and Probation Administration (PPA) under the Department of Justice (DOJ) has awarded Kalibo Mayor Juris B. Sucro with a Plaque of Recognition, in celebration of the agency’s 50th Golden Anniversary this year. The recognition was conferred today, July 23, during ceremonies held at the Grand Xing…
From homes to businesses: Why more Kapampangans are turning to solar
Higher electricity bills? Many Kapampangans can relate. Across Pampanga, households and businesses are seeing a steady increase in monthly power expenses, making it challenging to manage budgets and daily operations. From family homes in San Fernando to commercial hubs in Clark, higher appliance use, hybrid work setups, and longer operating hours are driving higher energy consumption. As…
DOST, PGIS, PHIVOLCS Enhances Disaster Preparedness, Assessment through Drone Operations with REDAS Training in Ilocos Sur
VIGAN CITY, Ilocos Sur — The Provincial Government of Ilocos Sur (PGIS), in partnership with the Department of Science and Technology Ilocos Region (DOST Ilocos Region), and DOST PHIVOLCS (Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology) kicked off the four-day capacity building initiative titled “REDAS Training on Exposure Data Collection and Processing Using Remotely Piloted Aircraft…
PTFOMS, CICC strengthen collaboration to protect journalists from cyber threats
The Presidential Task Force on Media Security (PTFOMS) and the Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC) today signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) to ensure the safety and security of journalists online. Undersecretary Jose Torres Jr., PTFOMS Executive Director, said the “strategic alliance aims to address and mitigate the growing cybercrime threats and harassment faced…
BDO Ends Sustainability Bond Offer Early on Robust Investor Demand
Promoting sustainable finance. BDO Unibank has shortened the offer period for its sixth ASEAN Sustainability Bonds issue, closing the offer period on July 10, 2026 due to strong investor demand. BDO Unibank, Inc. (“BDO” or the “Bank”) disclosed that it has shortened the offer period for its sixth Peso-denominated ASEAN Sustainability Bonds issue. Originally set to…
International Cruise Vessel MV AIDAstella Makes Official Port of Call in Boracay Island
BORACAY ISLAND, AKLAN – The international cruise ship MV AIDAstella, operated under Costa Cruise Lines, arrived at the waters of Boracay Island on 13 January 2025, carrying approximately 3,300 passengers and crew members. Marking the formal welcome of the vessel, an Exchange of Plaque Ceremony was conducted onboard. Senior representatives from the Provincial Government of…
DOST VIII Set to Showcase Science, Technology, and Innovation at the 2026 Regional Science, Technology, and Innovation Week
Science, technology, and innovation take center stage once again as the Department of Science and Technology Regional Office VIII (DOST VIII) gears up for the 2026 Regional Science, Technology and Innovation Week (RSTW) on July 15–17, 2026 at Robinsons North, Tacloban City. Anchored on the theme, “Science, Technology, and Digital Innovation Driving Food Security, Sustainable…
DOST -8 urges LGUs: Harness Local technologies for food security, energy, disaster resilience.
TACLOBAN CITY (PIA) — The Department of Science and Technology in Eastern Visayas (DOST-8) has called on local government units (LGUs) to integrate science, technology, and innovation into local governance to address pressing challenges in food security, sustainable energy, disaster preparedness, and climate resilience. In time for the celebration of the Regional Science and Technology…
DOST Northern Mindanao brings regional S&T week to Camiguin this July
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — DOST Northern Mindanao will hold the 2026 Regional Science, Technology, and Innovation Week in Camiguin this July 22–24, bringing the region’s biggest science and technology event to one of Mindanao’s most dynamic island provinces. The event, dubbed RSTW sa ISLA, will be held at the Cong PPR Camiguin New Gymnasium, under the concept…
DOST SOCCSKSARGEN Receives BJMP Special Award, Reaffirming Commitment to Science-Driven Community Transformation
The Department of Science and Technology Regional Office XII (DOST XII), under the visionary leadership of Regional Director Engr. Sammy P. Malawan, PhD, was conferred the BJMP Special Award during the celebration of the 35th Founding Anniversary of the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) on July 1, 2026, at the QC M.I.C.E., Diliman,…
