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Executives Shaking Hands. SM Supermalls and VFS Global leaders seal the partnership with a handshake during the MOA Signing at SM Supermalls Headquarters. Left to Right: Mr. Royston Cabunag, SM Supermalls AVP for Government Services Express, Mr. Steven Tan, SM Supermalls President, Mr. Atul Lall, VFS Global Regional Head for North Asia and Mr. Syed Shahen Shah, VFS Global Country …

The growing popularity of traditional handloom-woven textiles has placed Filipino weavers at a critical crossroads. Their designs, heritage, and livelihoods are increasingly threatened not only by printed and machine-made replicas but also by unfair market access, lack of intellectual property protection, and limited recognition of their rights as artists, cultural bearers, and workers. While counterfeit fabrics dilute authenticity and deceive …

CITY OF MALOLOS — Nearly 300 racers across the country and from abroad convened for another adrenaline-fueled installment of Lakbike Turismo: Lakbike Festival Teban 7 – Enduro Race, a premier downhill competition held last Sunday, December 7, on the rugged trails of Doña Remedios Trinidad, Bulacan, sealing the town’s reputation as one of the adventure and eco-sports destination in Luzon.  Organized …

Every holiday season, Araneta City comes alive with its beloved Christmas traditions, including the giant Christmas tree, the life-sized Belen, the fun-filled Fiesta Carnival, and festive mall décor and sales that attract families and friends. Apart from these, the City of Firsts also offers another holiday tradition: the well-loved Parolan bazaar near EDSA. The annual holiday attraction transforms the Farmers …

BALIWAG, Bulacan — Long before the speeches began and the applause filled the halls, a quiet realization settled over the delegates of the 29th National Press Congress: In an age drowning in misinformation, their calling has never been more vital. Held on December 3–4, 2025 at The Greenery in Baliwag, Bulacan, this year’s gathering of the Publishers Association of the …

Through the coordination of DOST-CALABARZON, the Local Government Unit (LGU) of the City of Santa Rosa hosted a successful benchmarking activity on December 3, 2025. The event was attended by officials and representatives from various DOST regional and provincial offices. This activity is a key component of the project “Empowering Communities through SMART Roadmaps and Technologies,” spearheaded by DOST-CAR. Its …

As part of the nationwide 18-Day Campaign to End Violence Against Women and Children (VAWC), the Department of Science and Technology Region 02 successfully conducted its advocacy program “Mentoring Change: MOVE Forward to End Violence Against Women” on December 4, 2025, at the DOST R02 Conference Room. The event gathered a diverse audience—including representatives from partner agencies, DOST R02 staff, …

ni TEDDY BRUL INAASAHAN  na mahigit 100 imahen ng Birheng Maria mula sa iba’t ibang parokya sa bansa at mga pag-aari ng  iba’t ibang pamilya ang ilalahok sa 44th Grand Marian Procession (GMP) sa Linggo (Disyembre 7) sa Intramuros, Manila. Ginaganap taon-taon ang prusisyon tuwing Unang Linggo ng Disyembre sa Plaza de Roma sa harapan ng Manila Cathedral sa Intramuros, …

LAHAT ng 17 lokal na pamahalaan sa Metro Manila ay nakatanggap ng tig-isang Patient Transport Vehicle (PTV) mula sa Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) na naglalayong palakasin ang kanilang lokal na kakayahan sa pagtugon sa mga emerhensiyang medikal sa National Capital Region. Ipinagkaloob ng PCSO sa isang seremonyang ginanap sa pagpupulong ng Metro Manila Council (MMC) ang mga susi ng …

We are pleased to share with you the list of events and activities in Araneta City this coming weekend, from December 3 to 10, 2025. AGRARYO TRADE FAIR: GAWANG ARBO, TATAK AGRARYO Quantum Skyview, Upper Ground B, Gateway 2 Ongoing until Dec. 5 (Friday) The Agraryo Trade Fair is the biggest event featuring products made by Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries Organizations …

When it comes to the Filipino holiday spread, no other ingredient is as joyful and indulgent as cheese. Commonly found in many of today’s yuletide staples, from spaghetti and macaroni salad to bibingka and puto bumbong, this symbol of festivity can brighten up any dish, making every celebration feel complete. This year, Pizza Hut is adding more fun and flavor …

DOST Northern Mindanao gathered its valued media partners for the CEST Misamis Oriental Press Conference and Media Recognition Day held on November 21, 2025 at Hamersons Hotel, Cagayan de Oro City. The event highlighted the impact of science, technology, and innovation across the province while honoring the storytellers who amplify these efforts to the public. The press conference opened meaningful …

168 young Filipino achievers from the Ilocos Region took center stage at the Youth Excellence in Science (YES) Awards, held at the Dap-Ayan Roof Deck in Laoag City, Ilocos Norte on November 19, 2025. The ceremony was conducted as part of the 2025 National Science, Technology, and Innovation Week (NSTW) celebration, which carries the theme “Siyensya at Teknolohiya: Kabalikat sa …

LEGAZPI CITY – Inamuki ni dating Albay 2nd District Congressman at gubernador, Dr. Joey Sarte Salceda, ang mga lider ng Pilipinas na tugunan ng mabisang mga estratehiya ang mga krisis na dulot ng ‘climate change’ o pagbabago ng panahon, sa halip na mga masalimuot na argumento lamang, “Dapat kumilos ang bansa natin, hindi batay sa guni-guni lamang kundi sa sadyang mahalagang …

A doctor at Krus na Ligas Health Center uses DigiKonsulta to digitalize and manage the patient’s medical records during consultation. For decades, community health centers survived on paper. Handwritten charts, overstuffed logbooks, and filing cabinets formed the backbone of daily operations. Although the paper system had long been serviceable, it slowed health professionals: locating one patient record could take several …

At the 2025 National Science, Technology and Innovation Week (NSTW) in Laoag City, Ilocos Norte, the BSP–S&T Fellows Collab Activity unfolded as a gathering shaped not only by expertise but by shared purpose. Scientists, educators, researchers, and advocates came together in an atmosphere that felt collaborative and grounded, highlighting how “Agham na Ramdam” becomes real when people meet, exchange stories, …

NANAWAGAN ang People’s Progressive Humanist Liberal Party (PolPHIL)  kaugnay ng lumalawak na protesta ng mamamayan nang mabunyag ang mga proyektong ‘ghost’ sa flood control, kickback schemes, at mga nilutong bidding sa pamahalaan. Binigyang-diin ng PolPHIL na makatarungan at makabuluhan ang ‘pag-aalsa’ ng publiko—patunay ng matinding paghahangad para sa isang gobyernong tapat, malinaw ang proseso, at tunay na naglilingkod sa taongbayan. …

POLANGUI, Albay – Pinapurihan ni Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) Director General, Secretary Francisco ‘Kiko’ Benitez, ang ‘Albay Institute for Artificial Intelligence’ (AI4AI) na inilunsad at itinatag kamakailan sa bayang ito. Pinuri din ni Benitez si Albay 3rd District Rep. Raymond Adrian E. Salceda na siyang bumalangkas at lumikha sa proyekto na itinuturing na kauna-unahang “micro- credential program for …

Araneta City continues the Holiday celebration with events and activities, from trade fairs, bazaars, pinsting installations and yuletide festivities, for everyone this weekend.      CELEBRATING MASAYANG MAAGANG PASKO SA METROLevel 1, Activity Area, Gateway Mall 1November 26 to 30Mall HoursAraneta City, J. Amado Araneta Foundation, and the Department of Trade and Industry usher in an early Christmas celebration with …

The artistry of traditional French baking takes center stage as Lartizan, the country’s pioneer in authentic artisanal French sourdough, unveils its newest flagship restaurant at S Maison, Marina Way, Mall of Asia Complex, marking an exciting new chapter for the beloved French boulangerie. At its new flagship home, Lartizan brings together the essence of French tradition and modern refinement. Here, …

MISMONG si  Taguig Mayor Lani Cayetano ang nanguna sa pagpapailaw ng  makulay at mala-higanteng Christmas tree at Christmas light sa loob ng Taguig Peoples Park, Gate 1 J.P. Rizal Extension, Barangay West Rembo sa Taguig City. Para kay Cayetano mahalaga ang araw na ito para sa bawat residente at naging bahagi sa buhay ng maraming residente ng EMBO. Ipinaliwanag ni …

ANG kilalang Lamborghini’s iconic  Italian Lifestyle brand ay nais makuhang pumasa sa panlasa ng mga Filipino matapos makipagtulungan sa  FMCG at lifestyle player Velza Global Co., upang ilunsad nang eklusibo sa Filipinas ang  Tonino Lamborghini Energy Drink. Pormal na inihayag ng dalawang kompanya ang kanilang estratehikong pakikipagsosyo, na nagpapahiwatig ng unang tiyak na pagpasok ng inuming ito sa merkado ng …

BALIWAG, BULACAN — In a powerful show of unity and purpose, the Publishers Association of the Philippines, Inc. (PAPI) is set to host its 29th National Press Congress on December 3–4, 2025, at The Greenery in Baliwag, Bulacan. The event, held in partnership with the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Region III, the City Government of Baliwag, and the …

Sa paggunita ng kanilang ika-20 Taong Anibersaryo at year-end gathering, pinili ng PNPA Kaisang-Bisig Class of 2009, Inc. na ipamalas ang tunay na diwa ng serbisyo. Sa halip na magdaos ng malaking selebrasyon, inalay nila ang araw sa pagbibigay ng saya at pag-asa sa mga batang may cancer at kanilang pamilya sa Everlasting Hope Childhood Cancer Mission sa Guadalupe, Cebu …

The Department of Science & Technology Ilocos Region (DOST Ilocos Region), through its Smart Agriculture for Resilient Agriculture-based Innovations (SARAI) unit, continues to strengthen the foundation for data-driven agricultural development through a series of Technology Needs Assessment (TNA) and planning workshops conducted with partner local government units (LGUs) across the region. The workshops were held in three key cities, each …