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DOT TO INVEST MORE IN VISMIN TOURISM ECOSYSTEMS

The Department of Tourism (DOT) is pushing for more investment opportunities in the hospitality industry of Visayas and Mindanao as it recognizes the importance of quality accommodation establishments in welcoming guests across the regions. This comes as the DOT joins the Philippine Hotel Owners Association (PHOA) in co-presenting Cebu Hotel Connect 2026. It brought together […]

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RIVERA LEADS 2ND GAB MANAGEMENT REVIEW

The Games and Amusements Board (GAB) conducted its second Management Review at the GAB Central Office in Makati City, spearheaded by GAB Chairman Atty. Francisco Rivera, together with Special Projects Unit Head and Quality Management System (QMS) Team Leader Dr. Jesucito Garcia, and Internal Audit Core Team Leader Cynthia Cañezal. The Management Review focused on […]

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ERC LAUNCHES UPGRADED OFFICIAL WEBSITE

The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) unveiled its upgraded official website during its flag raising ceremony, providing consumers and stakeholders with improved access to energy-related information, regulatory issuances, online services, and other public resources. The revamped website supports the Commission’s continuing efforts to modernize its digital services and make regulatory information more accessible to the public. […]

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PBBM, ANGARA COMMEND SCHOOLS FOR PISA GAINS

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and Education Secretary Sonny Angara led the national recognition of educators, learners, families, local government leaders, and public and private partners behind the Philippines’ historic gains in the 2025 Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA).   The thanksgiving gathering, held at President Corazon “Cory” C. Aquino National High School, brought together […]

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GRASSROOTS TEACHER, EDTECH FIRM ARE DEPED HEROES

Education Secretary Sonny Angara honored a dedicated community educator and a leading education technology firm during the DepEd Heroes awards ceremony held at the President Corazon C. Aquino National High School.   The Department of Education (DepEd) recognized Allan Delos Reyes, a Master Teacher II and Alternative Learning System (ALS) teacher from Minalin Elementary School in […]

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MMDA AIDS RESIDENTS AFTER TARLAC BRIDGE COLLAPSE

In response to the directive of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) deployed emergency response equipment to assist residents of Tarlac City following the partial collapse of the Aquino Bridge after heavy monsoon rains last month. On behalf of the President, Cabinet Secretary Benhur Abalos led the send-off at the MMDA […]

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ERC PUSHES USE OF GEOTHERMAL ENERGY

Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) Chairperson and CEO Atty. Francis Saturnino Juan discussed geothermal energy’s potential to support the country’s energy security and transition toward a more sustainable power sector. During the panel discussion, Juan highlighted geothermal energy as an indigenous and renewable resource that can provide stable generation for the country’s long-term energy strategy. “Geothermal […]

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BIR LAUNCHES DIGITAL DOCUMENT TRACKING SYSTEM

The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR), under Commissioner Charlito Martin Mendoza, is piloting the Document Tracking and Management System (DTMS) to improve the tracking, handling, and accountability of official documents across BIR offices. “Strengthening our internal processes is also part of improving taxpayer service,” Mendoza said. “When our systems are more organized, traceable, and efficient, […]

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GOV’T EYES 5 RAINWATER IMPOUNDING AREAS FOR NCR

The Marcos administration is considering the construction of five rainwater impounding facilities across Metro Manila as part of efforts to strengthen flood mitigation and increase the national capital’s capacity to manage heavy rainfall, Acting Executive Secretary Ralph Recto said following a meeting with the Metro Manila Development Authority (MMDA) at the Malacañang. The proposed facilities, […]

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BIR ISSUES RULES FOR ELECTRONIC INVOICING

The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR), led by Commissioner Charlito Martin Mendoza, has issued the implementing rules for electronic invoicing, moving a major digital tax reform toward broader implementation among covered taxpayers.  “With these rules in place, we can now move into implementation and refine the framework as needed. Our goal is to make electronic […]