The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) reaffirmed its commitment to flood risk reduction, highlighting the resettlement of 57,134 informal settler families (ISFs) from high-risk zones under the Manila Bay Clean-up, Rehabilitation, and Preservation Program (MBCRPP). These ISFs, previously living along waterways and easement areas vulnerable to typhoons and monsoons, were relocated to…
DOST Secretary Renato U. Solidum Jr. (seated, left) together with Lazada Philippines John Kenneth Estiller formalized the partnership with the e-commerce platform that will benefit local MSMEs in expanding their market reach. Also, in photo are DOST officials (L-R) Assistant Secretary Napoleon K. Juanillo Jr., Assistant Secretary Maria Teresa B. De Guzman, and Undersecretary Sancho…
In its continuing effort to bring science, technology, and innovation closer to all, the Department of Science and Technology – Pangasinan (DOST-Pangasinan) conducted a Technology Training on Calamansi Juice Processing for 30 Persons Deprived of Liberty (PDL) on August 20, 2025, at the Dagupan City Jail – Male Dormitory (DCJ-MD). The partnership between DOST-Pangasinan and…
By Perla Lena ILOILO CITY — Aklan Governor Jose Enrique “Joen” Miraflores has called for a speedy and thorough investigation into the killing of former Kalibo mayor and veteran journalist Juan “Johnny” Dayang, describing his death as “deeply disturbing.” Miraflores also assured Dayang’s family and the public that the provincial government is closely coordinating with law…
Senatorial candidate and Partylist Representative Rodante Marcoleta shared his views on critical national issues during the third episode of Ikaw Na Ba? The Senatorial Interviews. On the issue of Confidential and Intelligence Funds (CIF), Marcoleta highlighted the need for transparency and accountability while expressing reservations about the current approach to investigations. He acknowledged the importance…
By Anna Leah Gonzales MANILA – The Philippines’ largest power firms owned by tycoons Manuel V. Pangilinan, Sabin Aboitiz, and Ramon S. Ang have reached an agreement on the joint acquisition of liquified natural gas (LNG). In a recent disclosure to the stock exchange, Manila Electric Company (MERALCO) said its wholly owned subsidiary Meralco PowerGen Corporation…
The Presidential Communications Office (PCO) has earned the approval and support of the House of Representatives on its Media and Information Literacy (MIL) campaign, which will primarily target equipping teachers in state universities and colleges (SUCs) to combat fake news, misinformation and disinformation. Marikina City’s 2nd district representative, Congresswoman Stella Luz Quimbo, PCO’s budget sponsor,…
Despite the constant harassment, Filipino troops stationed in Ayungin Shoal in the West Philippine Sea are in high morale and in good spirits, much inspired to work harder to make sure the national interest is protected, according to Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) spokesman Col. Medel Aguilar. “They are very much inspired because, first,…
Moved by a shared desire to secure the water future of Northern Mindanao, more than 450 engaged stakeholders including legislators and governors gathered for the 1st Integrated Water Security Summit at the Seven Seas Waterpark and Resort in Opol, Misamis Oriental on May 25-26, 2023. The Summit was endorsed by Regional Development Council Resolution 19…
MANILA — The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has constructed a 3-storey health center in Tondo, Manila, bolstering public health services in the area. Located at Molave Street, Barangay 228, Zone 1, the Tayabas Health Center was completed through the efforts of the DPWH North Manila District Engineering Office. This facility aims to…
