The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) will continue to distribute rice to poor households as long as the agency receives confiscated smuggled rice seized by authorities acting on the instructions by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., a social welfare official said on Saturday. “Well, depende po sa supply. But then that’s the thrust…
MANILA – Officials of the Department of Agriculture (DA) and Board of Investments (BOI) and economists on Wednesday expressed support for the liberalization of foreign investments in the rice and corn industry to boost food production, increase farmers’ income, and foster greater competition to benefit consumers. At a roundtable discussion at the House of Representatives on…
MANILA,— Severe tropical cyclone Julian (international name: Krathon) has now intensified into a super typhoon, with maximum sustained winds reaching 185 kilometers per hour (kph) and gusts up to 230 kph, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA). As of Tuesday morning, Julian was located 205 kilometers west of Itbayat, Batanes, and…
The Philippines has shifted its focus from recovering post-pandemic to transforming its economy, which would increase local production and bring in more investment, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. said on Wednesday. Speaking during the 10th Asia Summit in Singapore, President Marcos recalled the lessons the Philippines has taken from the COVID-19 pandemic, including the need…
RECOGNIZING LEADERS The Gusi Peace Prize Foundation, under the leadership of Chairman Ambassador Barry Gusi, continues to inspire hope and mobilize efforts for a better world. By celebrating extraordinary individuals and fostering collaboration among nations, the foundation reaffirms its role as a beacon of peace and a catalyst for transformative change worldwide. PHOTO FROM GUSI…
Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte with the eight electric buses As part of its commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 30% in 2030, the Quezon City government has procured eight electric buses to complement its fleet of QCity Buses. The modern electric buses have a 41-seating capacity with ample space to accommodate standing passengers….
CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, LA UNION– The Department of Science and Technology Region 1 (DOST Region 1) brought science to life at this year’s grand people’s parade held on March 15, with a spectacular float showcasing innovation and technology, which was made even more exciting by lively mascots that thrilled children and families. The float…
The Northern Mindanao Consortium for Health Research and Development (NorMinCoHRD) with Alliance for Improving Health Outcomes (AIHO) facilitates a research priority-setting workshop to address the most pressing health concerns in Region 10 in the next five years. The one-day event conducted on May in Cagayan de Oro City was comprised of diverse group of experts…
KARACHI, Pakistan – Australia is facing the regular emergence of new variants of the SARS-CoV-2 virus more than five years since Covid-19 was declared a pandemic. The latest variant – LP.8.1 – is on the rise, making up close to one in five Covid-19 cases in New South Wales, local broadcaster SBS News reported Wednesday. It…
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…
