United States Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth will visit the Philippines next week as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen the two countries’ partnership toward a shared vision for a free and open Indo-Pacific region. US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth responds to questions from...
Photo from Pixabay Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Secretary Rex Gatchalian said the mobile phones provided by Globe and GCash aim to make cash grants more accessible for Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) beneficiaries, particularly those in survival mode and living in...
The Department of Tourism (DOT) gathers key officials and stakeholders for the Tourism Coordinating Council (TCC) meeting at the Diamond Hotel in Manila on March 18, 2025. (Photo courtesy of DOT) Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco said tourism remains a vital contributor...
Citing concerns over potential fraud and misuse of funds, the Department of Education (DepEd) confirmed on Thursday, March 20, that it has sought the help of the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) to probe alleged abuses in the Senior High School Voucher Program (SHSVP). (DepEd) In a statement,...
Highlighting their importance in equipping rural students with essential skills in agriculture and agribusiness, Department of Education (DepEd) Secretary Sonny Angara has urged greater support for the country’s farm schools. (Photo from DepEd) In a statement issued Wednesday, March 19,...
UNITED NATIONS (AP) — Allegations of sexual abuse and exploitation in U.N. peacekeeping and political missions topped 100 for the third time in the last 10 years in 2024, according to a U.N. report released Tuesday, which said 65 of the allegations involved women who gave birth after saying...
BEYOND BUDGET (Part II) Assalamu alaikum wa Raḥmatullahi wa Barakatuh. In my Feb. 12 article, I discussed the successful hosting of the Open Government Partnership (OGP) Asia and the Pacific Regional Meeting from Feb. 5 to 7, 2025. The Regional Meeting was an opportune gathering for us, open...
The Department of Education (DepEd) on Monday, March 17, announced a significant reform aimed at reducing teachers' administrative workload by 57%, allowing them to focus more on classroom instruction and improving student learning outcomes. (DepEd file photo) “Teachers have long raised concerns...
PEACE BY PEACE During the course of my work as the presidential peace adviser for the past seven years, I’ve had the honor and privilege of working side by side with members of the international diplomatic corps and foreign aid development organizations. These remarkable individuals,...
Reaffirming the administration’s dedication to enhancing science and technology education in the country, the Department of Education (DepEd) announced on Thursday, March 13, that Education Secretary Sonny Angara led the groundbreaking ceremonies for two major science high school projects in key...
The Department of Education (DepEd) has reaffirmed President Marcos' commitment to advancing school digitalization, emphasizing efforts to integrate technology in classrooms and enhance digital learning nationwide. (DepEd / MB Visual Content Group) In a statement issued on March 11, DepEd...
BEYOND BUDGET Assalamu alaikum wa Raḥmatullahi wa Barakatuh. To my fellow women, I hope you had a meaningful International Women’s Day celebration last March 8, 2025. I am one with the worldwide call to #AccelerateAction that positively impacts women’s advancement. Deeply rooted in this...
