PBBM signs laws for building evacuation centers, student loan payment moratorium

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Friday signed into law the Ligtas Pinoy Centers Act and the Student Loan Payment Moratorium During Disasters Emergencies Act, underscoring his administration’s commitment to supporting families and students affected by calamities.  In his speech, President Marcos said the Ligtas Pinoy Center Act mandates the establishment of fully equipped evacuation…

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DOH finds funds for HIV/AIDS, TB, malaria amid global fund transition

By Ma. Teresa Montemayor MANILA – The Department of Health (DOH) has assured it constantly tries to identify various sources of domestic financing to address the overall projected funding gap in human immunodeficiency virus/acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (HIV/AIDS), malaria, and tuberculosis programs. The DOH, in partnership with the Philippine Country Coordinating Mechanism for the Global Fund (PCCM-GF),…

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DOST Launches Regional STI Fair: Showcases Innovations with Tangible Community Impact

Empowering communities through science and innovation, the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) launched the National Science, Technology, and Innovation Week (NSTW) at Malolos Sports and Convention Center, New City Hall Compound in Malolos, Bulacan, on November 12. In partnership with the Bulacan State University (BulSU) and the Local Government Units (LGUs) of Malolos and…

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DOST-MIRDC helps strengthen local die and mold industry with the MTSC facility in Cavite

DOST-Metals Industry Research and Development (DOST-MIRDC) conducted a Mold Technology Demonstration, Appreciation, and Promotion activity recently in General Trias, Cavite to promote the Mold Technology Support Center (MTSC) and hear testimonials from their clients in the manufacturing sector. The MTSC aims to develop die and mold-related skills to ensure that there will be a ready…

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US Coast Guard to help build PH, others’ capacity vs. illegal sea activities

The United States Coast Guard (USCG) has announced its commitment to helpthe  Philippines and other Indo-Pacific partners build up their capacity to counter “illegal activities” within their waters. In a telephone briefing on Wednesday, USCG Commandant Admiral Linda Fagan said the USCG’s sees its partnerships with states contributing to the promotion of a rules-based order in the wider Indo-Pacific region. Fagan…

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DOT launches HOHO bus tours

The Department of Tourism (DOT) has launched what it calls a “hop-on hop-off (HOHO) bus tours that would enable travelers to have seamless, contactless transport and tour booking system,” and provide group and individual travelers convenience and flexibility. Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco said the bus tour’s pilot launch in Makati City on Sunday marks an “exciting” time for…

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