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The mayors of Laguna gathered at the Provincial Capitol recently to express their wholehearted, unified support for Governor Sol Aragones as she stressed that she never stole and will never steal people’s money. Led by League of Municipalities of the Philippines (LMP) – Laguna Chapter President and Rizal Mayor Vener Muñoz, the mayors stood together […]
The Department of Agriculture (DA) brought nearly P41 million in agricultural support to farmers in this coastal town of Nasugbu, Batangas, combining production assistance with a major investment in solar-powered irrigation infrastructure. The DA Regional Field Office IV-A (CALABARZON), together with its attached agencies, awarded and distributed various interventions to farmer-beneficiaries during an activity at […]
The 2026 Paete-Ukit Taka Festival was officially launched with a Thanksgiving Mass held at the Parish of Saint James the Apostle, led by Rev. Fr. Edilberto Mesias. Present were local officials, municipal staff, and Public Affairs Chief Luibic Jacob, who represented Governor Sol Aragones. “The Provincial Government and Governor Sol will never cease to support, […]
Education Secretary Sonny Angara underscored the critical role of local governments in improving learning outcomes, saying the Philippines’ gains in the Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) 2025 were supported by the active participation of local communities, from provincial and city governments down to barangays. “LGUs played a crucial role, from the provincial, city, and […]
Education Secretary Sonny Angara urged families to take a more active role in their children’s education as findings from the Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) 2025 highlighted the importance of family support, school attendance, learning habits, and students’ attitudes in improving educational outcomes. Angara said learning does not happen only inside the classroom and […]
Senator Bong Go expressed concern over the deaths of two Filipino seafarers and the injuries sustained by 12 others following a series of drone attacks on commercial vessels in the Black Sea near southern Ukraine. The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) reported that one Filipino seafarer died in an attack on July 6, while another […]
The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) underscored the importance of market-based mechanisms and energy efficiency initiatives in helping businesses manage energy volatility and improve competitiveness amid evolving global conditions. ERC Chairperson and CEO Atty. Francis Saturnino Juan delivered the keynote address at the Energy Efficiency Forum organized by the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce Philippines, […]
The Games and Amusements Board (GAB) conducted the seminar “Practical Tips to Improve Your Memory” at the GAB Central Office to promote professional development through enhanced memory skills. Resource speaker Robert Racasa shared practical techniques for improving memory and strengthening information retention and recall. Young memory athlete Georgina Santos also impressed participants with a demonstration […]
Senator Kiko Pangilinan pushed for a rethinking of how the country can achieve national food security and inclusive economic growth, calling for strengthened support for small-scale farmers and fishers to help them achieve their “full potential”. The chair of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Food, and Agrarian Reform pointed out the government’s role in nurturing […]
Amid the surging popularity of ube or purple yam in the international scene, Senator Kiko Pangilinan is looking to boost the funding for its local production under next year’s budget. In a panel interview in Naga City, Pangilinan vowed to provide more support for the production of ube, a naturally sweet, starchy vegetable grown by […]