The Department of Education (DepEd) on Friday, September 26, assured public school teachers that the Expanded Career Progression (ECP) System will provide faster and fairer promotion opportunities, addressing long-standing concerns about the slow pace of career advancement in the sector. Backed by...
Amid scrutiny of flood control projects over alleged irregularities, the Philippines has once again topped the WorldRiskIndex 2025, ranking as the world’s most disaster-prone nation due to high risks from floods, storms, droughts, and earthquakes. “The Philippines is once again at the top of...
Severe Tropical Storm Opong (international name: Bualoi) is expected to make another landfall over Oriental Mindoro on Friday, September 26, after crossing Romblon, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA). In its 11 a.m. bulletin,...
The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) on Wednesday, September 24, said it has mobilized its Humanitarian Caravan to deliver life-saving aid to communities in Cagayan and Ilocos Norte, which bore the brunt of Super Typhoon Nando (international name: Ragasa) and the enhanced southwest monsoon (habagat) that...
Senators Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa and Loren Legarda renewed the push for Congress to increase the budget for scholarships for children of combatants to improve the overall peace situation in the country. During the 2026 budget deliberation for the Office of the Presidential Adviser for Peace,...
Administrators, academics, and students from major universities along Taft Avenue have joined forces under the One Taft alliance to condemn corruption in flood-control projects and pledge participation in nationwide protests on September 21, coinciding with the anniversary of Martial Law. In a...
Today, Sept. 20, the world observes World Cleanup Day, a global movement that goes beyond simple clean-up efforts to spotlight humanity’s mounting waste crisis. Officially recognized by the United Nations General Assembly in 2023, this day reminds us of our collective responsibility to care for...
Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Secretary Vince Dizon said on Friday, Sept. 19, that only P223 billion, or 22 percent, of the agency’s 2025 budget has been disbursed, which led to the enforcement of stricter reforms and tighter oversight of infrastructure projects. Speaking before...
In its grand tradition of honoring leaders and visionaries, the Dot Property Philippines Awards 2025 marked its 10th anniversary by rolling out coveted awards to developers and agencies that continue to elevate and transform the industry’s landscape. “The Dot Property Philippines Awards...
Tropical Depression Nando intensified into a tropical storm (international name: Ragasa) on Thursday night, September 18, as it continued moving slowly over the Philippine Sea, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA). In its 11 p.m....
Stressing the link between government accountability and the state of Philippine education, a teachers’ group on Thursday, September 18, called on teachers, education workers, and advocates to participate in a nationwide rally against corruption this weekend. The Teachers’ Dignity Coalition...
More than 1,000 police officers were deployed in Quezon City on the second day of the transport strike led by Manibela on Thursday, Sept. 18. The Quezon City Police District (QCPD) said the deployment was meant to maintain peace and order, manage traffic flow, and assist commuters affected by the...
