(Photo courtesy: PCO) QUEZON CITY, — President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Thursday, September 12, distributed land ownership certificates and debt condonation documents to over 1,300 agrarian reform beneficiaries, emphasizing his administration’s commitment to completing land reform by 2028. During a ceremony at the Department of Agrarian Reform gymnasium in Quezon City, Marcos handed out Certificates…
MANILA, — The Land Transportation Office (LTO) district and extension offices in Metro Manila are now open on Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., providing greater accessibility for those unable to visit during weekdays. This change, which started August 31, comes in response to increasing demand for driver’s licenses, license renewals, and vehicle registrations, as…
NEGROS OCCIDENTAL – – Residents of this province have been advised by the Department of Science and Technology – Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (DOT-PhiVolcs) to be vigilant and prepared amid the increasing unrest of Kanlaon Volcano and to refrain from entering the four-kilometer-radius Permanent Danger Zone (PDZ) of the volcano. Although still at…
LA TRINIDAD, Benguet (PIA) — The Police Regional Office Cordillera (PRO-CAR) reported a successful month-long anti-illegal drug operations in the region. In the report submitted to Regional Director PBGen. David Peredo Jr., more than P60 million-worth of illegal drugs have been seized and destroyed in the region-wide anti-drug operations from August 1 to 31, 2024….
MANILA, — Good news! The historic Intramuros has been crowned as Asia’s Leading Tourist Attraction in the World Travel Awards for 2024. Acclaimed as Asia’s premier world city destination, Intramuros’ achievement is a testament of our rich history and vibrant culture. The Philippines recently hosted for the first time the 31st World Travel Awards 2024. The…
MANILA — President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Wednesday, September 4, directed all relevant government agencies to immediately address the needs of Filipinos affected by Severe Tropical Storm Enteng. During a situation briefing at the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC), President Marcos assured that the government is managing the aftermath of Enteng…
On August 19, 2024, the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) RO2 thru the PSTOBatanes, in partnership with Isabela State University, Batanes State College, and the LocalGovernment Unit of Basco, launched the SMART BASCO LOQALINK project at the BascoLighthouse. This groundbreaking initiative aims to transform Batanes particularly themunicipality of Basco into a smart and sustainable…
BAYOMBONG, Nueva Vizcaya – Isang mang-aawit mula sa Nueva Vizcaya ang nagbigay ng karangalan at rekognisyon sa lalawigan matapos makasungkit ng gold at silver medals sa World Championships of Performing Arts kamakailan. Si Blezzie Tiken, isang 4th year student ng Nueva Vizcaya State University ay nagpakita ng kanyang kahanga-hangang talento sa larangan ng pagkanta sa…
Secretary Renato U. Solidum Jr. of the Department of Science and Technology said that the DOST is prioritizing the strengthening of its relationship with local stakeholders and academic institutions to increase the chances of various research and development (R&D) projects being commercialized and used by local communities. “The job of DOST is to really sustain…
MANILA — Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Secretary Benjamin “Benhur” Abalos Jr. has called on local government units (LGUs) nationwide to establish their local 911 command centers and prepare for an anticipated increase in typhoons this year due to the La Niña weather pattern. Abalos, speaking at the recent “Emergency 911 (E911)…
