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PBBM lauds continuous ADB support to the Philippines
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. praised the ongoing support of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) for the Philippines which has significantly contributed to the country’s economic development. During newly-elected ADB President Masato Kanda’s courtesy call in Malacañang, President Marcos recalled the long-standing support of the ADB to the Philippines, which began during his father’s administration,…
Quezon City to commemorate 39th anniversary of EDSA People Power Revolution
Quezon City Mayor Josefina “Joy” Belmonte will lead the flag-raising and wreath-laying ceremonies to commemorate the 39th anniversary of the EDSA People Power Revolution on February 25 at 8:00 a.m. The event will take place at the EDSA People Power Monument, located at the corner of EDSA and White Plains. Mayor Belmonte will be joined…
DA’s ‘Agri-Puhunan at Pantawid’ program provides greater opportunities for rice farmers
BAGUIO CITY — The Department of Agriculture ensures that farmers continue to receive support various forms as the government strives to achieve food security and sustainable agriculture. The DA has several programs for rice farmers for pre, during and post-harvest to increase their productivity and income. It recently launched a new program to provide farmers with…
National Library donates books to Isabela libraries
CITY OF ILAGAN, Isabela – The National Library of the Philippines (NLP) recently assessed and evaluated public libraries in Isabela, and donated various books to support local learning. Michael Reyno from the NLP explained that the visit aimed to enhance the services and programs offered by public libraries. “This initiative involved providing valuable resources, such…
PBBM orders AFP to ensure peaceful, credible, orderly polls
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Thursday ordered the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) to meet public expectations by ensuring peaceful, credible, and orderly elections on May 12. “Once again we find ourselves at a critical juncture where we have to preserve not only the integrity of our election, but the very ethos of…
DSWD’s new project pays homage to role of elders, kids in nation building
In an effort to foster intergenerational bonding amid issues of generation gap, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) launched the Apo Ko: Kwento ni Lolo’t Lola, Gabay ng Kabataan Project on Friday (February 20) at the Haven for the Elderly in Tanay, Rizal. The project aims to foster meaningful connections by bridging older…
Coffee shop in Dagupan City doubles as art gallery
As part of the celebration of the National Arts Month in Dagupan City, coffee shops have embraced a new role – not just as a social place for coffee lovers but also as a micro-gallery showcasing works of local artists in Pangasinan. The Cups and Berry, a local coffee shop in Dagupan City, launched an…
Bridging Borders: Strong Partnership Ensures Swift, Secure Remittance for Filipinos in Japan
Den Mojica, a loyal Seven Bank and BDO client in Japan, swiftly remits money to her family back home with peace of mind using her Kabayan account and Seven Bank’s money transfer app. Overseas Filipinos in Japan continue to favor the strong alliance between two trusted banks for safe and real-time money transfers. Such is…
BJMP: 153 learners benefit from Oral Health Care Program in Oriental Mindoro town
ROXAS, Oriental Mindoro — As February unfolds, the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP)-Roxas District Jail shines a spotlight on the importance of oral health, fostering a culture of preventive dental care and healthy smiles through the conduct of education and community outreach mission at the Paclasan Elementary School, here. BJMP Mimaropa information officer…
DOH finds funds for HIV/AIDS, TB, malaria amid global fund transition
By Ma. Teresa Montemayor MANILA – The Department of Health (DOH) has assured it constantly tries to identify various sources of domestic financing to address the overall projected funding gap in human immunodeficiency virus/acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (HIV/AIDS), malaria, and tuberculosis programs. The DOH, in partnership with the Philippine Country Coordinating Mechanism for the Global Fund (PCCM-GF),…