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CV TOURISM STAKEHOLDERS ADOPT CALIBRATED RESPONSE TO MIDDLE EAST DISTURBANCE

DOT7 leads check-in conference, worker-first policy pushed The tourism stakeholders of Central Visayas are adopting a measured and calibrated response to the Middle East disturbance, prioritizing the minimization of impact on livelihoods. The Department of Tourism-Central Visayas (DOT7) recently convened the first in a series of check-in conferences to harmonize the responses of various industry […]

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Ped Xing XVII: Redefining the Future for the Youth, By the Youth

University of the Philippines Diliman, Quezon City, February 21 and 22, 2026– Ped Xing, the premier political competition, camp, and conference for high school students in the Philippines, just held its 17th iteration with the theme “Baybayin Natin, Kabataan; Ngayon ang Kinabukasan,” which is a yearly event organized by the University of the Philippines Political […]

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⚙️ RISE in Action: How the 17th Southern Tagalog Industrial Engineering Seminar (STIES XVII) Empowered the Next Industrial Engineers ⚙️ 

The 17th Southern Tagalog Industrial Engineering Seminar (STIES XVII), organized by the UPLB Industrial Engineering Students’ Organization (UPLB IESO), successfully brought together students, professors, and professionals from different academic institutions last February 28, 2026. This year’s seminar focused on the expanding role of Industrial Engineers in building stability in the middle of chaos and facilitating […]

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Bida One Production Unveils Fresh Lineup of Purpose-Driven Shows for the Thomasian Community 

In a time when good stories entertain and great stories make a difference, Bida One Production steps up to the challenge.  Bida One Production, a rising production house of third-year communication students of the Faculty of Arts and Letters from the University of Santo Tomas, is committed to making its mark through innovative storytelling and […]

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SKIRMISH Vol. 4 Turns Up the Heat—Don’t Miss the Show at UPLB

LOS BAÑOS, LAGUNA — The UPLB Street Jazz Dance Company (UPLB SJDC), the official hip-hop dance varsity of the University of the Philippines Los Baños, is set to stage SKIRMISH Vol. 4, an open national street dance event happening on April 11, 2026, at the D.L. Umali Hall. Now on its fourth installment, SKIRMISH continues […]

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PH RED CROSS ENSURES RAPID EMERGENCY RESPONSE

The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) hosted the “Showcasing & Walk Through with Logistics Strategic Session” in Subic recently.  A pillar of the Health Stockpiling Project, this initiative ensures rapid response to public health emergencies. Teams demonstrated expertise in deploying medical tents, isolation wards, and hospital support units. The Critical assets—including vaccine refrigerators, ventilators, and PPEs— […]

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NatGES 2026: Exploring New Frontiers in Geodetic Engineering

Written by: Jan Reinald Masilungan  The countdown is on! NatGES 2026 is set to take place on April 10-11 at the UPFI Film Center, bringing together students, professionals, and enthusiasts from across the Philippines for two days of learning, competitions, and networking. Carrying the theme “Beyond Boundaries, Into New Frontiers,” this year’s summit highlights the […]

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PRC, AUSTRALIA GOV’T RENEW HUMANITARIAN TIES

The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) met with officials from the Australian Government’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT), led by Sarah Spencer, First Secretary (Development), and Mei Nebreja Santos, Portfolio Manager for Humanitarian Action and Disaster Resilience at the PRC Tower to discuss the renewal of their long-standing partnership. Since 2006, DFAT has provided […]

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Where Young Minds Bloom: The Story of the MATUTO Program

On a quiet Saturday morning, a small group of children gathers in a modest community space, their laughter echoing through the room as volunteers prepare colorful learning materials. What might seem like a simple weekend activity is, in reality, a powerful movement rooted in hope, purpose, and the belief that every child deserves the chance […]

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IRIS: Translating Vision Into the Mastery of Cinema

Every film begins with a vision—an idea waiting to be seen, heard and remembered.  This year, PUP Junior Marketing Executives invites students to step beyond the screen and into the world where cinema meets strategy. Introducing IRIS: Translating Vision Into the Mastery of Cinema. A celebration of creativity and marketing brilliance told through the language […]