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DPWH STARTS TARLAC FLOOD MITIGATION MASTER PLAN 

The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has taken the initial steps to begin the development of the Flood Mitigation Master Plan for Tarlac to alleviate severe flooding in the province. DPWH is conducting the project together with various representatives of the national, local, and provincial governments.  According to Secretary Vince Dizon, President Ferdinand […]

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ANGARA: DIGITAL SAFETY IS A SHARED RESPONSIBILITY

Education Secretary Sonny Angara urged stronger collaboration among families, schools, government, and tech companies to protect young Filipinos online, during the launch of the “Digital Dialogue In Real Life: Safety Starts with Conversation” interactive exhibit. Addressing stakeholders, educators, and tech representatives, Angara stressed that children and teenagers cannot be expected to carry the entire burden […]

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DEPED ISSUES PROACTIVE ‘SUPER EL NIÑO’ PROTOCOLS

Education Secretary Sonny Angara has issued comprehensive guidelines to help schools prepare for strong to very strong El Niño conditions forecasted by the state weather bureau PAGASA to persist through mid-2027. The proactive measures under Department of Education (DepEd) Memorandum No. 64 s. 2026 aim to keep school environments safe, protect the health of learners […]

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SC RECOGNIZES BIR ROLE IN E-NOTARIZATION ROLLOUT

The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) received recognition from the Supreme Court of the Philippines for its contribution to the implementation of electronic notarization (eNotarization), particularly in facilitating compliance with Documentary Stamp Tax (DST) requirements through the BIR’s electronic Documentary Stamp Tax (eDST) system.  The recognition was conferred during the ceremonial signing of Joint Memorandum […]

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BOC WINS TOP ASIAN INNOVATION AWARD

The Bureau of Customs (BOC) won the Philippines Strategic Partnership Innovation of the Year – Government Organization award at the Asian Innovation Excellence Awards 2026 held in Singapore, earning regional recognition for its efforts to strengthen stakeholder engagement and advance trade facilitation. The award recognizes the Bureau’s Customs Industry Consultative and Advisory Council (CICAC), a […]

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DA: PH YOUNG COCONUTS NOW IN LIBERIA

The Department of Agriculture and Davao City-based Avante Agri-Products Philippines Inc. have joined hands to ship two container loads of buko (young coconut) to Liberia, a humanitarian initiative that could open a new international market for the country’s top farm exports. The Philippines has shipped 32,000 pieces of fresh young coconuts to the African country […]

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DEPED FINISHES 391 DISASTER-PROOF SCHOOL BUILDINGS

The Department of Education (DepEd) has completed 391 new prefabricated school buildings that go up in weeks rather than years and are built to withstand 250 km/h winds and strong earthquakes, while another 150 units are currently under construction. “Our children shouldn’t have to wait years for a classroom. With these, we can build safe, […]

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ANGARA HONORS DEPED STAFF FOR INTEGRITY, HARD WORK

Eighteen teachers, school leaders and support staff were honored on Friday for doing their jobs with integrity. Education Secretary Sonny Angara told them that hard work and discipline matter most “when no one is watching.” “Ang sipag at disiplina ay hindi lamang mga salitang magandang ilagay sa isang programa o sa isang plaque. They are […]

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ERC PUSHES REFORMS TO BACK POWER INVESTMENTS

The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) is advancing reforms in pricing, project approvals, and market rules to encourage power investments that support reliable service and reasonable electricity costs. In his keynote address, “Enabling Investments Through Regulation: Pricing, Approvals & Market Stability,” at the 3rd Philippine Power Plant Energy Summit, ERC Chairperson and CEO Atty. Francis Saturnino […]

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GAB WELCOMES YOUNG CHESS, BILLIARDS ATHLETES

Different generations of Filipino chess and billiard athletes came together as Games and Amusements Board (GAB) Chairman Atty. Francisco Rivera welcomed young athletes, professional athletes, and veteran sports personalities during a courtesy visit at the GAB Central Office in Makati City. Joining Rivera during the courtesy call are Commissioner Angel Bautista and Supervising Administrative Officer […]