A work and travel platform ranked the Philippines as one of the top Global Remote Work Hubs along with other ideal destinations in Asia, South America and Europe. The World Economic Forum (WEF) posted on Instagram the 10 fastest-growing remote work hubs in the world, based on the Nomad list, a platform where 10,000+ members…
By Connie Calipay LEGAZPI CITY – The Albay Sangguniang Panlalawigan (SP) or (Provincial Board) has approved in last Friday’s special session a resolution declaring the entire province under a state of calamity due to the increasing restiveness of Mayon Volcano. Vice Governor Baby Glenda Bongao, SP presiding officer, said the declaration is needed to enable the affected local government units (LGUs) to…
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…
During the Kapihan sa Bagong Pilipinas episode with the DSWD-10, Regional Director Ramel F. Jamen (2nd from left) shares that compared to other countries, the cash transfer program in the Philippines is conditional, where part of the condition is that beneficiaries who misuse their money or abuse their grants, like involving in illegal activities like…
Through its Small Enterprise Technology Upgrading Program (SETUP), the Department of Science and Technology 10 (DOST 10) approved projects with 25 Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) for the first half of 2024. In a Ceremonial Turnover of SETUP-funded Projects and MOA Orientation held via Zoom on July 09, 2024, 25 business owners from the…
MAKATI CITY — Makati City Mayor Abby Binay led the inauguration of the Makati Columbarium located along Kalayaan Avenue corner Nicanor Garcia St. in Barangay Valenzuela. “At last, Makatizens now have a facility that offers a decent place to lay their loved ones to rest. The Makati Columbarium offers services at affordable rates, while promoting safety,…
Our lawmakers would have opportunities to understand and appreciate more the efforts and initiatives of the local scientific community, spearheaded by the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) in the field of Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (DRRM). Through the initiatives of the DOST Legislative Liaison Office or DLLO, together with the House Committees on…
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has brought into the Philippines not only billions of foreign investments, but also the trust and confidence of the European Union (EU) member countries, according to an official of the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI). DTI-Board of Investments Undersecretary Ceferino Rodolfo told a press briefing in Malacañang on Tuesday…
To boost Northern Mindanao’s research and development (R&D) capabilities, Bukidnon State University (BukSU) and the Department of Science and Technology train 20 health researchers through the conduct of a Research and Development (R&D) Clinic on February 19-20, 2024 at its main campus in Malaybalay City. Participants were immersed in enlightening workshops and interactive sessions facilitated…
MANILA — On July 24, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) announced a price freeze on basic necessities in National Capital Region following the declaration of a state of calamity by the Metro Manila Council (MMC) due to the devastating effects of Typhoon Carina and the southwest monsoon. “The price freeze, effective immediately, aims…
