President Marcos is mulling to allow local government units (LGUs) to get direct funding for the construction of classrooms around the country given the urgency to address classroom backlogs. Palace Press Officer and Communications Undersecretary Claire Castro announced on Wednesday, Oct. 22, that...
A teachers’ group on Wednesday, October 22, slammed the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) for its failure to meet classroom construction targets, urging the Marcos administration to intervene and address what it called a worsening education infrastructure crisis. The Alliance of...
Almost a year after officially entering the Philippine market in November 2024, Tesla is reinforcing its local presence with new products, programs, and retail initiatives. The company is rolling out updated versions of its Model 3 and Model Y, introducing ownership incentives, and launching an...
President Marcos warned over irresponsible mining, stressing that it must benefit communities, not burden them. In leading the opening of the Mining Philippines 2025 International Conference and Exhibition on Wednesday, Oct. 22, Marcos called for responsible mining, stressing that every operation...
A teachers’ group on Tuesday, October 21, reiterated its call for the Department of Education (DepEd) to allow teachers to fully observe the scheduled Health and Wellness Break next week instead of holding the In-Service Training (INSET) during this period. The Teachers’ Dignity Coalition...
Department of Education (DepEd) Secretary Sonny Angara decried how constructing flood control projects, later found to be riddled with anomalies, was prioritized while building of classrooms took a backseat. "Mukhang nawili sila sa flood control sa totoo lang, e (It seems they got too fixated on...
The Department of Education (DepEd) expressed concern on Tuesday, October 21, over the slow pace of classroom construction this year, citing implementation bottlenecks under the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), which currently handles all DepEd-funded school building projects. In a...
As the flu season continues in the country, an infectious disease expert has warned the public to stay vigilant against Influenza A, the strain most likely to cause severe pneumonia and hospitalization, particularly among vulnerable groups such as the elderly and those with chronic illnesses. Dr....
Chances are, you 've had or even knew someone who owned a Honda CR-V. One of the vehicles that defined the burgeoning crossover SUV segment in the 90s, the CR-V showed that capable SUVs can in-fact be built from lighter car unibodies (as opposed to traditional ladder frames), and still meet...
The government is set to release its decision on the ₱31.55-billion unsolicited proposal of Uy-led ComClark Network and Technology Corp. to operate the country’s air navigation facilities next month, a top executive said. ComClark Chief Operating Officer Benedicto Bulatao said the company’s...
Sometimes I ask myself if it’s even possible to change the mind of someone who’s become a true believer. You know the kind—people who defend their favorite politician as if their life depended on it, or who treat every word from their pastor as if it came straight from heaven. In the...
Hino Motors Philippines (HMP) has reinforced its nationwide service network with the recent inauguration of its 24th dealership, Hino Bacoor. The new facility marks another step in the company’s commitment to providing reliable after-sales service and operational support for Cavite’s rapidly...
