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DEPED EXPANDS PRIVATE SCHOOL CAMPUS LEASING 

The Department of Education (DepEd) is turning to innovative property leasing agreements to address classroom shortages, citing recent successful implementations in Baliwag City, Bulacan, and Marikina City as models for accelerating learning space expansion for public school learners. Faced with urban classroom congestion, DepEd has expanded its infrastructure strategy to include the leasing of available, […]

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FIRST LADY, ANGARA LAUNCH HYDROPONICS PROJECT

In a major push for food security and innovative learning, First Lady Louise Araneta-Marcos and Education Secretary Sonny Angara, together with the Philippine Reclamation Authority (PRA), officially launched the nationwide school-based hydroponics project at Las Piñas National High School and Parañaque National High School. The initiative, part of the “Agri Tayo, Lab for All” program, […]

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DEPED MOBILIZES PARENTS AND TEACHERS FOR ARAL MATH

The Department of Education (DepEd) is mobilizing teachers, tutors, and parents nationwide to strengthen mathematics learning recovery through the Academic Recovery and Accessible Learning (ARAL) Mathematics Program, with schools preparing to provide targeted interventions for learners who need additional support in mathematics. Under DepEd Memorandum No. 060, s. 2026, ARAL Mathematics is being implemented in […]

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ANGARA AUDITS SECURITY AT LAKAN DULA HIGH SCHOOL 

Education Secretary Sonny Angara observed firsthand how a large urban campus can maintain a zero-incident safety record, as he inspected the security protocols and learner protection programs of Lakan Dula High School.   The inspection is part of the Department of Education’s (DepEd) ongoing school audits to enhance safety measures across all schools nationwide. Lakan Dula […]

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LAGUNA, MUNTINLUPA SWAP DISASTER RESPONSE TIPS

Laguna Governor Sol Aragones held a consultation meeting with Muntinlupa Mayor Ruffy Biazon to exchange best practices on disaster response and the efficient deployment of emergency ambulances. Biazon welcomed the provincial chief and presented Muntinlupa’s disaster‑resilience framework managed by its Disaster Resilience Management Office.  This covers the city’s well‑maintained facilities, modern emergency gear, and streamlined […]

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HOUSE CLARIFIES MAIDEN NAME USE BY MARRIED WOMEN

House Committee on Revision of Laws Chairman and Batangas Representative King Collantes stressed that proposed amendments to the Civil Code allowing married women to retain their maiden surnames seek to address discriminatory practices and inconveniences arising from the misinterpretation or inconsistent application of existing law. According to Collantes, House Bills (HBs) 1648 and 8630 seek […]

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BIR EXTENDS NEW CWT RULES COMPLIANCE DEADLINE

The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has eased the requirements for updating computerized accounting systems, cash register machines, point-of-sale systems, and other electronic invoicing systems, giving businesses more time to comply with the new creditable withholding tax (CWT) invoicing rules.  Under Revenue Memorandum Circular (RMC) No. 112-2026, issued on October 22, 2026, the BIR clarified […]

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DTI: BASIC GOODS PRICES STABLE UNTIL END DECEMBER

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) assured consumers that prices for DTI-supervised Basic Necessities and Prime Commodities (BNPCs) will remain stable, with no price increases for items on the agency’s official monitoring list until December 31, 2026.  The agency also confirmed that supplies of these essential goods remain sufficient to meet household needs nationwide. […]

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DA: PH FARM PRODUCE BAG $17.5M EXPORT SALES

Filipino produce is making a compelling case for a bigger place at the global table, with the country’s agricultural delegation generating $17.5 million in total export sales at Asia Fruit Logistica (AFL) 2026, underscoring the growing international appetite for Philippine-grown commodities. The Department of Agriculture (DA) said the export sales as of September 15 highlights […]

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GATCHALIAN BACKS AFP BUDGET HIKE

Senate President Win Gatchalian is pushing to increase the budget of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) in a bid to ensure its continuous modernization, readiness, and capability-building amid continuing volatility in the geopolitical landscape.  “Talagang mabilis na nagbabago ang ating geopolitical situation sa rehiyon at buong mundo. Nakikita yung ibang conflict sa Middle […]