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The Department of Education (DepEd) launched the Education Center for AI Research (E-CAIR) aiming to drive innovation in Philippine education through AI-powered solutions aligned with its 5-Point Reform Agenda. This initiative builds on the pioneering efforts that the Center for AI Research (CAIR) has started in 2024. Under DepEd’s leadership, E-CAIR will sustain, deepen, and […]
In reiterating MICHELIN Guide’s announcement of its arrival in the Philippines, Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco took a moment to pay tribute to the late Chef Margarita Forés, honoring her lasting impact on Philippine gastronomy. “We make this announcement today, also of course having in mind the deep sadness that all of us felt because of the […]
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) successfully addressed a long-standing issue of unstable road section of Caraycaray-Calumpang Road with the completion of slope protection structure in Sitio Lupa, Barangay Calumpang, Naval, Biliran province. In his report to DPWH Secretary Manuel Bonoan, Regional Office 8 Director Edgar Tabacon highlighted the significance of Caraycaray-Calumpang Road […]
The Department of Agriculture (DA) is releasing rice stocks of the National Food Authority to local government units (LGUs), responding to the declared food security emergency following a significant rise in rice prices. At a ceremony held at the National Food Authority (NFA) warehouse in Valenzuela City, Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. officially handed […]
Executives and bosses from different national government agencies and local government units in Metro Manila show off their skills in sports as the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) Cup kicks off its Executive League at PhilSports Arena, Pasig City. To continuously foster friendship and camaraderie among government employees-participants, the MMDA Cup 2025 – Executive League […]
Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. announced that pork producers, traders, and retailers have agreed to review their cost structures in an effort to reduce the price of pork, which has become a growing concern for consumers. In a statement following a consultative meeting with key stakeholders, Tiu Laurel said high pork prices are considered a […]
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) completed projects that would increase the capacity of Luneta Pumping Station and mitigate flooding within the vicinity of Manila City Hall, including the surrounding flood-prone roads of Ermita, Manila. DPWH Secretary Manuel Bonoan, citing a report from DPWH National Capital Region Loreta Malaluan, said that two contract […]
Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco was recognized as the World Tourism Icon of the Year by the Global Tourism Business Association (GTBA) at the DOT Central Office in Makati City.The award was conferred to Frasco, noting her relentless efforts in showcasing the best of the Philippines to the world, fostering cultural exchange, […]
The Department of Education (DepEd) Central Office is currently investigating the alleged presence of ghost students under the Senior High School (SHS) Voucher Program in 12 private schools across 9 divisions. DepEd is conducting a thorough investigation into personnel and officials who may be involved in this fraudulent activity, which could result in the termination […]
The Department of Agriculture’s Bureau of Plant Industry (BPI) said that it had requested the Bureau of Customs (BOC) to hold the release of 19 container vans recently unloaded at Manila’s South Harbor, after a spot inspection revealed a misdeclaration of contents in one of the shipments. Instead of frozen taro sticks as declared in […]