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LAGUNA GOV’T HOLDS SUCCESSFUL ANILAG FESTIVAL 2026

The Anilag Festival Level Up 2026 officially concluded in Laguna with a spectacular grand finale headlined by Filipino rock icon Bamboo, as thousands of Lagunenses gathered for a full day of esports, sports, dance, and music celebrations.  Spearheaded by the Provincial Government of Laguna under Governor Sol Aragones, with preparations led by the Laguna Tourism, […]

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AID FOR FARMERS AMID BIOFUEL BLENDING HALT URGED

House Minority Leader Nonoy Libanan urged the national government to provide direct financial subsidies to coconut farmers and workers who stand to be adversely affected by the looming temporary suspension of mandatory biofuel blending. Libanan stressed that while efforts to ease rising fuel prices are necessary, safeguards must be put in place to protect millions […]

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DPWH OPENS MABALACAT-ATLU BOLA BYPASS ROAD

Trips going in and out of the North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) via the Sta. Ines exit in Angeles City and Mabalacat City in Pampanga will now be faster following the opening of the Mabalacat-Atlu Bola Bypass Road. Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon led the opening of the 1.2-kilometer bypass road which had been in the […]

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MMDA EXEMPTS FUEL TRUCKS FROM UVVRP, TRUCK BAN

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) and Metro Manila mayors approved a resolution reiterating the exemption from the Unified Vehicle Volume Reduction Program (UVVRP) and truck ban for fuel trucks, as well as the inclusion of cargo trucks carrying essential goods in the exemption, in view of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. MMDA […]

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BOC HOSTS GRAND IFTAR 2026 

The Bureau of Customs (BOC) successfully hosted the Grand Iftar 2026 celebrating the shared values of faith, unity, and compassion.  The gathering served not only as a meaningful occasion for fellowship but as a reminder of how the spiritual lessons of Ramadan directly translate to honest and empathetic public service. During the event, Commissioner Ariel […]

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GATCHALIAN BACKS PUV SHIFT TO ELECTRIC VEHICLES

Senator Win Gatchalian called on the government to fast-track the transition of public utility vehicles (PUVs) to electric vehicles (EVs) through the PUV modernization program.  While not an immediate solution to global supply disruptions, Gatchalian emphasized that accelerating the shift to EVs would help reduce long-term exposure to global oil shocks and improve energy security.  […]

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BONG GO NOW ADOPTED SON OF NEGROS OCCIDENTAL TOWN

Senator Bong Go was formally recognized as an adopted son of the Municipality of Don Salvador Benedicto in Negros Occidental following the approval of a local resolution citing his contributions to the community and his continued engagement with its development initiatives. The recognition was granted through Resolution No. 2026-149, unanimously approved by the Sangguniang Bayan […]

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ESCUDERO: PUSH FOR ASEAN FUEL-SHARING FRAMEWORK

As chair of this year’s Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), the Philippines is in a pivotal position to advance regional solidarity amid global energy uncertainty.   Senator Chiz Escudero said Manila must exert efforts to push forward the ASEAN Petroleum Security Agreement (APSA) and ensure member states can support one another during petroleum supply disruptions.  […]

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WHY SOME MONTHS STILL FEEL MESSY (EVEN WHEN YOU’RE DOING BETTER)

After a while, something confusing tends to happen. You’re more stable than before.You’ve built better habits.There’s less panic in your decisions. And yet, some months still feel… off. Expenses don’t line up the way you expected.A surprise cost shows up—like a sudden ambagan for a relative’s hospital bill, a school project that needed extra materials, […]

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SquEEEze: The National Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE) Competition and Convention returns for its 28th iteration.

SquEEEze is a series of competitions organized to showcase the skills and knowledge of students in Science, Mathematics, and EEE concepts. It is an event that aims to unite aspiring young minds throughout the country for the advancement of Electrical and Electronics Engineering by conducting a national-level quiz contest, addressing and rectifying key issues through […]