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The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) deeply mourns the passing of beloved actress, humanitarian, and long-serving PRC Governor Rosa Rosal, who died at the age of 97. A memorial reception was recently held at the Heritage Memorial Park in Fort Bonifacio, Taguig, to honor her life and legacy. On the evening of 19 November, family, friends, […]
The Philippines fired the opening shot in its bid to become a major player in global aquaculture with the inauguration of the country’s largest crayfish nursery, a flagship project of Farm Fresh Early Catch Inc. built in partnership with Taiwan’s Da Shin Biotech Ltd. and the Department of Agriculture’s Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources […]
The 200-member Philippine delegation graced the opening of the 14th ASEAN Schools Games (ASG) with the support of the Department of Education (DepEd) and Philippine Sports Commission (PSC). This is in line with the sport development agenda of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. with the objective of strengthening school-based sports in preparation for young athletes to […]
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has taken another significant step in advancing the digital transformation of Filipino Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) through a new partnership with Converge ICT Solutions Inc. formalized with a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). As part of DTI’s broader push to equip MSMEs for the digital economy, the […]
Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. urged closer integration between the country’s hydropower and agriculture strategies, saying water-based energy projects can simultaneously advance food security, rural development, and the Philippines’ long-term renewable energy goals. Speaking at the 3rd Philippine Hydro Summit & Exhibition in Manila, Tiu Laurel said the country cannot meet its clean-energy ambitions—35 […]
In a bold affirmation of accountability and justice, the Bureau of Customs (BOC) has transformed seized assets into meaningful gains for the nation, generating ₱38,211,710 from the sealed-bidding public auction of motor vehicles linked to the Discaya Family. This milestone underscores that violations of the law carry consequences, and that the Filipino people ultimately benefit […]
The Department of Agriculture, through the Philippine Fiber Industry Development Authority (PhilFIDA), has joined forces with the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) to fast-track the rehabilitation of Bicol’s abaca industry after Super Typhoon Uwan left the region’s signature crop in ruins. Uwan’s onslaught devastated what has long been Bicol’s second agricultural lifeline after coconut. […]
Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) Chairperson and CEO Atty. Francis Saturnino Juan capped his first 100 days in office with reforms aimed at strengthening transparency, accelerating regulatory processes, and improving service for electricity consumers.Juan, who assumed office on August 11, said his vision of a “New ERC” is focused on streamlined procedures, stronger technical capability, and […]
Environment Secretary Raphael Lotilla emphasized the Philippines’ commitment to responsible and innovative mineral development as the transition to a low-carbon economy accelerates worldwide. In his opening address at the Philippines–Sweden Smart Mining Forum, Lotilla highlighted that the Philippines, as a resource-rich country, has both a responsibility and an opportunity to adapt to this shift, ensuring […]
Every seven kilograms of plastic trash collected can now be exchanged for a P100 gift certificate as the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) has partnered with homegrown restaurant company Jollibee Foods Corporation for a Plastic Waste Recovery and Rewards Program aimed at strengthening community engagement in waste collection and disposal.The collaboration is envisioned to increase […]