PBBM orders DSWD to distribute cash assistance to sari-sari store owners affected by rice price caps

Upon the directive of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) is set to distribute next week cash assistance to sari-sari store owners who were affected by the implementation of the mandated price ceiling on rice. In its update to the Office of the President, the DSWD said that…

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DOST NorMin Recognizes Media Partners during CEST Program Media Conference

DOST Northern Mindanao gathered its valued media partners for the CEST Misamis Oriental Press Conference and Media Recognition Day held on November 21, 2025 at Hamersons Hotel, Cagayan de Oro City. The event highlighted the impact of science, technology, and innovation across the province while honoring the storytellers who amplify these efforts to the public….

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PBBM LAUNCHES “HANDA PILIPINAS” VISAYAS LEG IN TACLOBAN

PRESIDENT Ferdinand “Bongbong” R. Marcos Jr. graced the “Handa Pilipinas” Visayas Leg – a celebration commemorating the 10th anniversary of the catastrophic super typhoon “Yolanda” on Nov. 8, 2013 in Tacloban City. The exposition led by the Dept. of Science and Technology (DOST) held in Summit Hotel, from Nov. 8-10 tackled “Innovations in Disaster Risk…

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BDO enhances banking experience through digital innovations in branches

BDO Unibank continues to enhance the banking experience of its clients by integrating digital innovations in its branches. “BDO’s digital banking solutions are accessible on mobile phones and branches. Our bank branches have self-service stations and universal machines, among other digital banking technologies,” said BDO branch banking group head Cora A. Mallillin. BDO leverages efficient…

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PBBM URGES MAYORS TO LEARN BEST PRACTICES ON SERVICE DELIVERY FROM OTHER COUNTRIES

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. urged local chief executives on Friday to forge international tie ups with their counterparts from other countries to learn best practices in improving the delivery of public services as he vowed for continuous government support. “Let me challenge our mayors to not only make the most out of this forum….

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Manila hosts Earth Hour 2024, calls for residents’ participation

The Manila City government encourages its residents and the public in general to participate in this year’s Earth Hour the city will host. Manila Mayor Honey Lacuna led the event’s launch on Tuesday at the Bulwagang Villegas inside the Manila City Hall. The event was attended by representatives from World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) Philippines, Climate Change Commission and several other agencies….

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Creating Music, Changing Lives: Amateur Songwriting Competition Showcases Emerging Talent

A meaningful Amateur Songwriting Competition for a cause was successfully held recently under the theme “Creating Music, Changing Lives,” bringing together aspiring songwriters in a celebration of creativity, talent, and purpose. The event was a collaborative effort of CISAT Education, CISAT Foundation, and LMDA Records and Studio, aimed at providing a platform for emerging songwriters…

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STARBOOKS tests students’ mettle in first-ever Whiz Bee

Students from Governor Ferrer Memorial Integrated National High School (GFMINHS) showcased their intellectual prowess during the first-ever Department of Science and Technology-Science and Technology Information Institute (DOST-STII) STARBOOKS Whiz Bee in General Trias, Cavite. “It was historic on the part of Governor Ferrer Memorial Integrated National High School to host and, at the same time,…

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