The Philippine Health Insurance Corp. (PhilHealth) has urged the public to register for the YAKAP (Yaman ng Kalusugan Program) ng Pamahalaan program to ensure access to health benefits. In a public advisory, the state insurer highlighted the vital services and financial assistance provided, especially to those who do not have a medical or health insurance…
By Kris Crismundo Automotive vehicle sales in November 2024 rose by 8.5 percent year-on-year, reaching 40,898 units compared to 37,683 units in November 2023. The Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers, Inc. (CAMPI) and Truck Manufacturers Association attribute the growth figure primarily to hikes in commercial vehicle sales, which increased by 10.5 percent to 31,062 units from…
Student designers from the Iloilo Science and Technology University, Technological University of the Philippines-Manila, and Fashion Institute of the Philippines emerged as the top three winners of a national streetwear competition during the 2023 National Youth Science, Technology, and Innovation Festival (NYSTIF). Feril Izakiah and Seth Amuel B. Abellano of Iloilo Science and Technology University…
#YourDICTRegionX continues to champion a cyber-secure Northern Mindanao! On October 16, 2025, the DICT Region X conducted a Cybersecurity Essentials Workshop with the dedicated healthcare team of First Misamis Oriental General Hospital (FMOGH) in North Poblacion, Medina, Misamis Oriental. The session empowered 25 hospital personnel with practical knowledge on: Strengthening account and data protection Practicing…
AF Payments, Inc., the operator of the beep card, is pleased to announce the successful launch of Maya’s and Light Rail Manila Corporation’s (LRMC) QR payment system in LRT1. This new and convenient payment option—which is enabled by beep’s technology—was warmly received by the train commuters, who can now effortlessly purchase QR codes through their smart phones.
In a culture where birthdays are often marked by personal indulgence, Anna Donita S. Tapay has chosen a different path, turning her special day into a lifeline for the needy. As a dedicated partner of the Arnold Janssen Kalinga Foundation, Tapay celebrated her birthday and the foundation’s 9th anniversary with an extraordinary act of kindness:…
GOOD news for advocates of medical cannabis or marijuana as its approval in Congress to legalize its use, “is almost done,” according to experts. This was disclosed by Dr. Richard Nixon Gomez and his colleagues at last Monday’s Media Health Forum of Bauertek Corporation, a research, development and medical manufacturing company in Guiguinto, Bulacan. On…
For small businesses in the provinces looking to expand or add inventory and equipment, BDO Network Bank offers Negosyante Loan as a means to fund these needs. With Negosyante Loan, one can apply for an amount up to Php 1M, payable over a period of up to 36 months. Small business owners can choose affordable…
The growing popularity of traditional handloom-woven textiles has placed Filipino weavers at a critical crossroads. Their designs, heritage, and livelihoods are increasingly threatened not only by printed and machine-made replicas but also by unfair market access, lack of intellectual property protection, and limited recognition of their rights as artists, cultural bearers, and workers. While counterfeit…
To enhance food safety standards and elevate food-related tourism in the region, the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Region 02, in collaboration with the Department of Tourism (DOT) Region 02, conducted a two-day training on the Food Safety Grading System from April 2 to 3, 2025, at Go Hotels, Tuguegarao City. Through experts from…
