The Philippines marked a symbolic moment in its upcoming ASEAN chairship with the unveiling and formal turnover of a commemorative sculpture at the ASEAN Secretariat in Jakarta on April 22. Secretary of Foreign Affairs Ma. Theresa P. Lazaro, in her capacity as Chair of ASEAN 2026, led the ceremony,...
While insisting that the coal moratorium stays, Energy Secretary Sharon Garin indicated that the Department of Energy (DOE) is giving the country’s aging coal plants a not-so-gentle performance review—especially those that keep “calling in sick” through repeated forced outages that strain...
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has begun using a real-time data analytics system faster and more targeted delivery of assistance to disaster-hit communities. The system, implemented through the agency’s Disaster Response Operations Management, Information, and...
The Department of Education (DepEd) has recognized the Gokongwei Brothers Foundation (GBF) as one of its “DepEd Heroes,” honoring the foundation’s strong and sustained partnership in advancing STEM education. Launched in August 2025, the “DepEd Heroes” program celebrates the courage,...
ILOILO CITY – Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Secretary Vince Dizon was asked to personally explain to local officials the processes in awarding the unsolicited bridge project in Boracay Island to San Miguel Corp. Sangguniang Bayan (SB) Member Alan Palma Sr. said it is best if...
As Cagayan continues to experience a prolonged dry condition, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) is moving to fast-track financial assistance to support the recovery of affected farmers. The provincial government declared a state of calamity on April 20 due to severe...
Even before the ongoing global food crisis unleashed by the US-Iran war, the BBM Administration had already placed the highest priority on food security. In fact, for the first 14 months of his presidency, President Marcos Jr. personally occupied the position of Secretary of Agriculture. Following...
BACOLOD CITY – Interior and Local Government Secretary Jonvic Remulla on Monday, April 27, named Police Major Edgar Tonico Jr., chief of the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG)-Bacolod, as an alleged e-sabong protector in Negros Island. Remulla’s revelation came three days after...
Amid worsening floods, droughts, stronger typhoons, and rising sea levels, Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Secretary Juan Miguel Cuna on Monday, April 27, said that climate action must translate into real, on-the-ground benefits for communities. The statement was made as the...
After 14 years of waiting for a career advancement, Evelyn Molavin is finally moving up the teaching ladder, an outcome she describes as more than just a promotion, but long-overdue recognition of years of service and sacrifice. “Malaki po ang naging epekto ng ECP sa buhay ko… Hindi lang po...
Malacañang said some barangays in Batangas that did not receive assistance under the “Bawat Bayan Makikinabang” program failed to comply with documentary requirements, stressing that no area is being excluded from government aid. Presidential Communications Office (PCO) Undersecretary Claire...
The Philippines and the United States (US) have moved to accelerate the 2026 development agenda for the Luzon Economic Corridor, signaling a deepening of trilateral ties to transform Manila’s industrial heartland into a premier investment destination. Finance Secretary Frederick D. Go met with...
