Energy access is a major game-changer in empowering a country – but the depressing fact remains that more than a billion people globally still don’t have access to electricity services – a basic need that marginal segments of populations – or those in the ‘laylayan’ are morally being...
Senator Francis Tolentino commended various local government units (LGUs) for their exemplary implementation of nutrition policies and programs in their respective constituencies, which earned them recognition from the National Nutrition Council (NNC) as "nutrition champions". During where...
Government information technology experts are now crafting a comprehensive strategy to address another wave of hoax bombs that targeted at least 28 government agencies and even academic institutions on Monday, Feb. 12, the Philippine National Police (PNP) said. In a statement released...
The National Irrigation Administration (NIA) is courting investments from the British International Investment (BII) for the development of the Magat and Pantabangan dams. NIA Administrator Eduardo Guillen said on Tuesday, Feb. 13, said the agency is inviting investment in various water...
Cleansing from misdeeds as well as review of categorization of the country’s more than 120 electric cooperatives (ECs) are being pushed following reports of less-than-desired operational outcomes of these power utilities. The call was put forward by Senate Committee on Energy Vice Chairman...
ILOILO CITY – The National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA)-6 (Western Visayas) has sought the creation of a Regional Steering Committee (RSC) to properly coordinate preparations for the proposed bridges connecting the islands of Panay, Guimaras, and Negros. A PERSPECTIVE of the...
The United States aid agency’s allocation of over $30 million in funds will support innovative startup programs in higher education, the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) said. NEDA Undersecretary Rosemarie G. Edillon in a television interview stated that the United States Agency...
The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) urged the public to come forward if they have any information on the recent bomb threats made against several government offices. “We urge the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities or information related to this case to the...
PNP chief Gen. Benjamin Acorda, Jr. inspects six robots that were donated by the United States during a ceremony at Camp Bagong Diwa in Taguig City on Monday, Feb. 12, 2024. The six robots, called BRAVE ( Bomb Removal Automated Vehicle) will be used in bomb disposal operations. (photo: PNP-PIO)...
They proved their worth in law enforcement operations in the Philippines, and now, Filipino female police officers are rocking the world of peacekeeping missions outside of their turf. More Filipino women are participating in the peacekeeping missions in conflict-torn areas around the world, with...
Gen. Benjamin Acorda, Jr., chief of the Philippine National Police (PNP), said there are neither anomalies nor deception on deaths related to the current aggressive drive campaign against illegal drugs. He was reacting to the statement issued by a group from University of the...
A 59-year-old barangay worker from Muntinlupa City was recognized by the National Nutrition Council (NNC) for her outstanding service and commitment to nutrition advancement. Photo from the National Nutrition Council (NNC) The NCC, Monday, Feb. 12, recognized Alicia Tanabe, a nutrition...
