The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) convened a special press conference on May 5, 2026, at its headquarters in Bicutan, Taguig City to formally present the Philippine Technology Evaluation and Standards for Testing (PHITEST), a joint initiative with the Commission on Higher Education (CHED). The program is positioned as a key mechanism to ensure…
Before the break of dawn, Jose Cabanza Jr. of Barangay La Huerta in Parañaque wakes up to prepare his fishing equipment before heading to Manila Bay by sunrise to haul in his catch for the day. But for fishers like Jose, not every day is a good day. “Pabago-bago po [ang kita] katulad ngayon, medyo may sama…
Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano on Tuesday said the City of Taguig has no ghost projects, pointing to the city’s preliminary review of the Hall of Justice being built in Barangay Lower Bicutan. “Dito [sa Taguig] wala kaming sinasanto,” he said. Cayetano made the statement on April 28, 2026 after an inspection of the…
A world-class forensic laboratory meant to help solve crimes faster and deter criminals is nearing completion in the City of Taguig, just two years after it broke ground. Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano on Tuesday brought Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon to the site of the Philippine National Police (PNP)’s first-of-its-kind forensic laboratory in…
The Department of Science and Technology (DOST), under the leadership of Secretary Renato Solidum Jr., together with the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines headed by Director General Atty. Teodoro Pascua and the Technology Application and Promotion Institute led by Director Atty. Marion Ivy D. Decena, proudly recognized outstanding Filipino inventors for their exemplary achievements…
27 April 2026 – The Department of Science and Technology – Technology Application and Promotion Institute (DOST-TAPI) officially opened this year’s National Invention Contest and Exhibits (NICE), an annual platform that promotes and showcases Filipino innovations from across the country. One of the highlights of the event was the Stakeholders’ Recognition for International Inventors, which…
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Carrying forward the spirit of bringing “agham na ramdam” impact to communities, the Department of Science and Technology Ilocos Region (DOST Ilocos Region) convened its 2024–2025 Performance Review on April 23, 2026, in Tuguegarao City, Cagayan, to assess accomplishments, identify ways forward, and set strategies for the years ahead. The review was led by DOST…
In a unified effort to support environmental protection, disaster resilience, and future community livelihood, Shincheonji Volunteers (SCJ Volunteers) Manila led the multi-sector “Go Green, Grow Together” tree planting drive along the riverside in Barandal, Barangay Sta. Ana, San Mateo, Rizal, mobilizing 85 volunteers from government, civic, and community partners in celebration of Earth Month. The…
A significant step toward strengthening the Philippine textile sector was marked with the launch of the Natural Textile Fiber Innovation Hub (NTFIH) Laguna Facility at Laguna University in Santa Cruz, Laguna. The newly inaugurated facility aims to address the growing demand for natural textile fibers by converting raw agricultural materials directly from the soil into…
