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DA STARTS ASF VACCINE TRIAL IN BATANGAS

The Department of Agriculture kicked off the controlled trial of a Vietnam-developed African swine fever (ASF) live vaccine in Lobo, Batangas—a municipality with one of the highest cases of ASF. The rollout of the vaccine will involve inoculating healthy pigs to curb the spread of the devastating disease that has been hounding the multibillion-peso hog […]

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MMDA FILES CASE VS DRIVER IN TAGUIG ROAD INCIDENT

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) filed a complaint against a motorist, who, following a road incident in Taguig City on August 27, hit a traffic enforcer who attempted to stop him from escaping. MMDA Acting Chairman Atty. Don Artes, in a two-page complaint, asked the Land Transportation Office (LTO) to impose appropriate disciplinary sanctions […]

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N. ECIJA FARMERS GET POST-HARVEST AID WORTH P135M

The Department of Agriculture distributed P135.8 million of post harvest facilities and financial assistance to farmers and farmers’ groups in two towns in Nueva Ecija, the country’s largest rice producing province. Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel, Jr. led separate activities in Jaen and Guimba to distribute rice mills and dryers that will benefit two farmers’ […]

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FRASCO JOINS ‘PASIGARBO SA SUGBU’ IN CEBU CITY

In celebration of the 455th Founding Anniversary of the Province of Cebu, one of the country’s premiere tourist destinations, the Department of Tourism (DOT) joined the Cebu Provincial Government to support the grandest and highly anticipated Pasigarbo sa Sugbo 2024 at the majestic Cebu City Sports Complex recently. Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia […]

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DOH TO OPEN WELLNESS CENTERS IN SELECTED SM MALLS

The Department of Health (DOH), led by Secretary Ted Herbosa, and SM Supermalls led by President Steven Tan, signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) at the SM Mall of Asia, Pasay City, marking the launch of Wellness Centers across selected SM malls. This partnership aims to enhance healthcare accessibility and promote wellness through strategically located […]

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DA: KADIWA TO OPEN OUTLETS IN VISAYAS, MINDANAO

The Department of Agriculture will expand the KADIWA ng Pangulo program to Visayas and Mindanao in September as part of the broader plan to widen its store network, which offers lower-priced farm goods including rice, in Metro Manila and the rest of Luzon. “We expect to have at least 60 KADIWA ng Pangulo stores across […]

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MMDA GETS COA POSITIVE AUDIT FINDINGS FOR 5TH YEAR

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) once again obtained an unqualified opinion from the Commission on Audit (COA), marking five straight years that the agency has achieved positive audit findings. MMDA Acting Chairman Atty. Don Artes expressed his gratitude to COA for the latest highest audit rating for fiscal year 2023, highlighting the agency’s efforts […]

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ANGARA PUSHES FOR ASEAN DIGITAL EDUCATION REFORMS

At the 13th ASEAN Education Ministers Meeting (ASED), Philippine Education Secretary Sonny Angara called on ASEAN member states to prioritize digital transformation in education to better prepare the region’s youth for future challenges. Angara highlighted the collective responsibility of policymakers to equip learners with the skills and values needed to thrive in an increasingly digital […]

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FRASCO WANTS 24/7 COURTS FOR TOURISM RELATED CASES

Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco has proposed the establishment of a new flagship project, the 24/7 tourist courts, to aid in the swift resolution of cases where tourists are involved. According to Frasco, she proposed the matter during the recent sectoral meeting with President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. in Malacañang, where the President […]

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DISCOUNTS, TREATS FOR GOV’T WORKERS IN SEPTEMBER

Government employees may enjoy special treats from various establishments during the month-long Philippine Civil Service Anniversary (PCSA) in September.  The Civil Service Commission (CSC) has teamed up with numerous public and private institutions to offer discounts and freebies to the 1.9 million civil servants and retired government workers nationwide, acknowledging their hard work and dedication. […]