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DOT PURSUES TOURISM DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

The Department of Tourism (DOT) gathered stakeholders representing hotels, tour operators, and tourist transport providers, assuring them that “nobody will be left behind” in its pursuit of digitalizing the tourism industry. The DOT made the statement during a dialogue with stakeholders particularly to tackle the Grab Tours Project, which was piloted last 6 to 12 […]

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SINGLE TICKETING DEVICES SOFT LAUNCH IN JULY

In line with the implementation of the single ticketing system (STS) at the National Capital Region, the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) will soft-launch the actual use of the handheld ticketing devices in July. MMDA Acting Chairman Atty. Don Artes said that the first batch of handheld ticketing devices have already been delivered and customized […]

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DOH SENDS AID TO MAYON-AFFECTED RESIDENTS IN ALBAY

The Department of Health, through the leadership of Secretary Teddy Herbosa, continuously aids Filipinos all over the country, especially in times of disaster. DOH Officer-in-Charge Undersecretary and Chief-of-Staff Dr. Gloria Balboa led the provision of assistance to the communities affected by the eruption of Mayon Volcano in the province of Albay. “It is important to […]

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DPWH PREPARES MAYON ALERT QUICK RESPONSE TEAMS

The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) is ready with preparedness measures and response action plan in case there would be an escalation in the alert level status of Mount Mayon in Albay.  DPWH Secretary Manuel Bonoan, citing a report from DPWH Bureau of Maintenance said that with the increasing unrest of Mayon Volcano […]

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MMDA TO MOTORISTS: STAY OUT OF EDSA BUS LANE

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) issued a stern warning to motorists and motorcycle riders to stay out of the EDSA Bus Carousel Lane after a fatal hit-and-run incident happened at the EDSA Shaw Boulevard tunnel-southbound recently. MMDA Acting Chairman Atty. Don Artes said the agency’s Metrobase was able to capture the incident where a […]

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DA PREPARES AGRI-FISHERIES SECTOR FOR EL NIÑO

In line with the commitment of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to ensure stable and affordable food supply for every Filipino, the Department of Agriculture (DA) is taking the necessary actions to prepare the agriculture and fisheries sector ahead of the looming El Niño phenomenon this year. The DA’s National El Niño Team (DA-NENT) convened partner […]

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HERBOSA BACKS BIKING AS ALTERNATIVE TRANSPORT

Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa, along with Taguig City Mayor Lani Cayetano, recently joined the nation in celebration of World Bicycle Day which aims to promote the use of bicycle as a sustainable, affordable and alternative means of transportation. “Biking is a simple yet effective form of exercise and helps in reducing the levels of pollution […]

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LA MESA TREE PLANTING MARKS DPWH 125TH ANNIVERSARY

Staying true to its commitment to environmental stewardship, the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) conducted a tree planting activity at La Mesa Nature Reserve in Quezon City as part of the agency’s month-long 125th anniversary celebration. DPWH Secretary Manuel Bonoan led the participating officials and employees of the Department in planting 1,250 trees […]

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64,420 EXAMINEES PASS MARCH 26 CIVIL SERVICE EXAM

A total of 64,420 examinees passed the Career Service Examination – Pen and Paper Test (CSE-PPT) held nationwide on 26 March 2023, representing a 16.88% passing rate. The Civil Service Commission (CSC) announced that 54,478 examinees, constituting 16.42% of the total candidates, have successfully passed the CSE Professional Level. Furthermore, 9,942 individuals, accounting for 19.97% […]

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DOT’S ANILAO PHOTO FEST SPOTLIGHTS MARINE LIFE

Amateur and professional underwater photographers beautifully captured the teeming marine biodiversity of Anilao in the entries to the 8th Anilao Underwater Shootout (AUS) mounted by the Department of Tourism (DOT) recently.  The “World Cup of Underwater Photo Competitions” highlighted the town’s rich biological treasures, including its waters carpeted with colorful nudibranchs.  Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia […]