Delegates to the 49th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit and Related Meetings can send mail and buy Philippine-themed postcards and ASEAN commemorative stamps at the International Media Center (IMC) in the World Trade Center, Pasay City. The Department of Tourism (DOT) and the Philippine Postal Corporation (PHLPost) formalized the partnership on Wednesday (November…
By Diego C. Cagahastian “Stupidity is a more dangerous enemy of the good than malice. One may protest against evil; it can be exposed and prevented by force. Against stupidity we are defenseless.” —Dietrich Bonhoeffer —o0o— Last week, the Chinese Commercial News, a Chinese-language newspaper based in Manila with links to Chinese state media, reported…
MANILA, Philippines — The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) has officially turned over 15 brand-new Mobile Material Recovery Facility (MMRF) trucks to local government units (LGUs) across Metro Manila to strengthen solid waste management and promote recycling at the community level. MMDA Chairman Don Artes said the initiative aims to reduce waste generation by encouraging…
PASAY CITY, Philippines — The Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (DOST-PHIVOLCS) highlighted the importance of disaster preparedness through its “Tsunami! Run for Safety” activity held at the North Fountain, SM by the Bay, Mall of Asia Complex in Pasay City on October 24, 2026. The event formed part of the…
By Alexander Lopez BUTUAN CITY – The San Miguel Corporation Foundation has donated a water truck worth more than PHP3.6 million to Dinagat Islands to support water distribution efforts as the province continues to experience shortages due to a prolonged dry spell. Governor Nilo Demerey Jr. formally received the water truck on Wednesday from Marl…
MANILA – The easterlies will bring scattered rains and thunderstorms to parts of the country on Thursday, the state weather bureau said. The Bicol Region, Eastern Visayas, Marinduque, Romblon, Oriental Mindoro, Dinagat Islands and Surigao del Norte will experience scattered rain showers and thunderstorms, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said. Moderate…
LUNA, Apayao – The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) has provided PHP4.6 million worth of materials to strengthen robotics education and help students develop technology-based solutions to problems in Apayao. DOST Secretary Renato Solidum led the turnover of the materials to Apayao Science High School on Wednesday, adding to the robotics laboratory established with…
A netizen who received government-distributed rice has shared his positive experience, saying the rice was of good quality and tasted similar to a popular commercial brand despite circulating allegations questioning its quality. In a Facebook post dated November 3, Lauro Fernandez Mejias responded to social media claims that the rice distributed under a government assistance…
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has conferred the Order of Lakandula, Rank of Grand Cross (Bayani), on Chief Justice Alexander Gesmundo in recognition of his contributions to the Philippine justice system and years of public service. The prestigious civilian distinction honors individuals who have rendered exceptional service to the country and contributed significantly to the welfare…
The Department of Tourism (DOT) and Department of Transportation (DOTr), in coordination with the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB), have launched a 10-day free jeepney ride program in Metro Manila as part of preparations for the Philippines’ hosting of the 49th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit and Related Meetings. The initiative,…