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…
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…
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…
Filipino-Chinese Groups Unite to Deliver P11 Million in Earthquake Assistance
MANILA, Philippines — June 19, 2026 — The Filipino-Chinese community, led by the Federation of Filipino-Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry, Inc. (FFCCCII) and the Filipino at Tsino Magkaibigan Foundation, has committed P11 million in emergency relief and rehabilitation assistance for communities devastated by the magnitude 7.8 earthquake that struck Mindanao on June 8, 2026….
BDO supports OFWs at Migrant Workers’ Day celebration
Overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) and their families gathered at the National Migrant Workers’ Day celebration organized by the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA), where government and private sector partners highlighted programs aimed at helping migrant workers build financial secure and prepare for their long-term goals. As part of the event, BDO Unibank conducted a financial…
World-Renowned Artist Hooranky Bae and Climate Change Task Force Sign Landmark Agreements for Global Climate Action and Sustainable Development
■ Formal signing of Strategic Collaboration MOU and NFT Climate Action Fund Project Agreement in Manila ■ Appointment of Master Hooranky Bae as Climate Change Task Force (CCTF) International Ambassador ■ Donation of KDCA-certified masterpiece “Flower of Water” to support climate action, environmental conservation, and sustainable eco-tourism initiatives ■ Integration of blockchain and fractional NFT…
2nd District Municipalities of Lanao del Norte Complete STI Planning Workshop, Paving the Way for Smart and Sustainable Communities
The Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI) Planning Workshop for the 2nd District Municipalities of Lanao del Norte has successfully concluded, marking a significant step toward building smarter, more sustainable, and innovation-driven communities. Held on June 9–10, 2026, at Kalimudan Hall, Pigcarangan, Tubod, the workshop brought together local government officials, planners, industry representatives, and community stakeholders…
DOST Ilocos Region Recognized as Valued Partner in Advancing Open Governance
The Department of Science and Technology Ilocos Region (DOST Ilocos Region) led by Regional Director Teresita A. Tabaog received a Certificate of Appreciation from the Philippine Open Government Partnership Project Management Office for its invaluable support, active participation, and meaningful contribution as an organizer and partner during the successful observance of Open Gov Week 2026….
SC Unveils Historical Marker, Plaque for 125th Anniversary
MANILA, Philippines — The Supreme Court of the Philippines officially unveiled a historical marker from the National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) on June 5, 2026, at the Supreme Court New Building in Padre Faura, Manila, as part of the celebration of the Court’s 125th Anniversary. The unveiling ceremony was led by Chief Justice…
Strengthening Women Through Innovation: DOST-PCIEERD Highlights WHWise Program for Women-Led Social Enterprises on Tekno PreSyensya
As part of its continuing efforts to promote women empowerment in innovation and entrepreneurship, the latest episode of Tekno PreSyensya—the official broadcast program of DOST Ilocos Region—featured the Women-Helping-Women: Innovating Social Enterprises (WHWise) Program. During the discussion titled “Fueling Women-Led Social Innovation: WHWise Program Overview and Proposal Guide,” Ms. Dolf Mirelle J. Montecillo, Project Technical…
DOST-PCIEERD, USTP open built environment laboratory in Northern Mindanao
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY (PIA) — The Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Council for Industry, Energy and Emerging Technology Research and Development (DOST-PCIEERD) and the University of Science and Technology of the Southern Philippines (USTP) inaugurated the Built Environment Laboratory (BEL) on May 28 at the USTP Cagayan de Oro campus. The facility will serve…
