Executive Secretary Ralph G. Recto underscored the media’s crucial role in promoting informed public participation, transparency, and accountability in the first Bangsamoro Parliamentary Elections scheduled for September. In a message delivered during a three-day Safety and Security Training Workshop for Media Personnel in Cagayan de Oro City this week, Recto said the elections represent animportant…
BDO Pay was recognized as Best Digital Wallet in the Philippines at The Asian Banker Philippine Awards 2026, highlighting its role in making everyday payments easier for customers. As more Filipinos turn to digital payments for daily purchases, sending money, and keeping track of spending, having a payment app that offers all these can make…
ODIONGAN, ROMBLON — The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Region IV-B MIMAROPA officially opened the 2026 Regional Science and Technology Week (RSTW) at La Marietta Events Place, Odiongan, Romblon. Running from August 17 to 19, the opening ceremony gathered science and technology stakeholders and local government officials to celebrate innovation and homegrown scientific advancement…
GUIGUINTO, BULACAN – July 11, 2026 – The Climate Change Task Force Special Command Groups (CCTF SCG) has successfully concluded a comprehensive emergency response and technical rescue training program yesterday, July 10, at the Bauertek Farmaceutical Technologies, equipping personnel with life-saving skills and safety standards critical to climate action and field deployment operations. The activity…
BAGUIO CITY – July 30, 2026 – The Climate Change Task Force convened key government agencies, uniformed services, and sectoral representatives at 5:00 PM in Baguio City for the signing of the Inaugural Multi-Sectoral Partnership Memorandum of Agreement. Anchored on the battle cry “Climate Action, NOW!” and guided by the vision “Partnership for a Sustainable,…
Guiguinto, Bulacan– July 28, 2026 – The Climate Change Task Force (CCTF) conducted a specialized rappelling and technical rope access training for its STEP Command Officers here, boosting emergency response readiness while advancing the Climate Action Now! advocacy. The activity was headed by National Commander Richard Nixon Gomez. Facilitated by the Zion Emergency and Disaster…
Residents of Cagayan de Oro and nearby communities now have access to a dedicated facility for animal bite management and preventive care with the opening of the Ratilla Medical Clinic & Animal Bite Center at the Our Lady of Manaoag Town Center along RN Pelaez Boulevard, Kauswagan. The newly opened Animal Bite Center is equipped…
GLAN, Sarangani Province – Demonstrating that science, compassion, and collaboration are essential in disaster response, the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) XII and the Career Executive Service Board (CESB)formally merged their humanitarian initiatives — Agapay ng Agham and the Compassion Project — to deliver science-based relief assistance and essential services to communities affected by…
Every disaster begins with saving lives. But once the immediate danger has passed and families are brought to safety, another urgent challenge follows, ensuring that evacuees have access to safe, nutritious, and freshly prepared meals. For the Province of Camiguin, this challenge is all too familiar. As an island province shaped by the historic Mt….
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…
