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The Department of Science and Technology Ilocos Region (DOST Ilocos Region) was recognized as 𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐖𝐈𝐍𝐍𝐄𝐑 – 𝐁𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐀𝐠𝐫𝐢-𝐓𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐦 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐭𝐡 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 during the Agri-Tourism and Community Fair held from March 6–10, 2026, in celebration of the 𝟐𝟖𝐭𝐡 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐚𝐧 𝐅𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐨, 𝐋𝐚 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐧. The DOST Ilocos Region booth showcased various science and technology programs, services, …

MANILA, PHILIPPINES — The Federation of Filipino Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry, Inc. (FFCCCII) is calling on all creative Filipinos to join its newest digital initiative: a TikTok video competition aimed at highlighting the organization’s long-standing commitment to education through its “Operation Barrio Schools” project. FFCCCII President Victor Lim announced the launch of the competition, which is open to …

Women leaders, advocates, and allies gather at your most loved mall, SM for SM Supermalls’ 6th International Women’s Day Summit entitled “The Future is Hers. Create. Lead. Thrive.” celebrating the strength, leadership, and impact of women across industries and communities. MANILA, Philippines, March 6, 2026 — SM Supermalls celebrated women’s empowerment and brilliance during its 6th International Women’s Summit: “The …

In a season marked by silence, sacrifice, and hope, SM Mall of Asia invites the faithful to step into a sacred encounter through the MOA Sanctuary Exhibit, “The Only Begotten Son,” running from March 2 to April 12, 2026 at MOA Sky. (L-R) Mr. Hans Sy, Chairman of the Executive Committee, SM Prime, Dr Rene Escalante former Chair Historical Commission …

The Department of Science and Technology hosted the Bamboo Technology and Innovation Summit 2026 on March 4 to 5, 2026 in Cebu City. The summit gathered key stakeholders to strengthen bamboo as a strategic resource for sustainable development and green industrial growth in the Philippines. DOST SOCCSKSARGEN Regional Director Engr. Sammy P. Malawan and Provincial Director Dr. Michael T. Mayo …

MANILA, Philippines — The Association for Philippines–China Understanding (APCU) has officially opened nominations for the 6th Award for Promoting Philippines–China Understanding (APPCU) 2026 during a launch held Friday at the Federation of Filipino Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry, Inc. (FFCCCII) in Binondo, Manila. During a press conference, APCU Chairman and President Raul Lambino announced that the 2026 edition marks …

INILUNSAD ng Palawan ProtekTODO, ang microinsurance arm ng Palawan Group of Companies, sa pakikipagtambalan sa Liberty Insurance, ang ProtekTODO Fire 99, isang abot-kayang insurance product na naglalayong magbigay ng pinansyal na proteksyon sa mga pamilyang Pilipino laban sa pinsalang dulot ng sunog. Kasabay ng paggunita sa Fire Prevention Month, nag-aalok ang ProtekTODO Fire 99 ng tulong pinansyal para sa mga …

OPISYAL na binuksan ang Taguig Arts Festival 2026 nitong nakaraang Sabado, 28 Pebrero, sa pamamagitan ng ribbon-cutting ceremony at engrandeng paglulunsad sa Vista Mall Activity Center, na nagpasimula sa dalawang araw na pagdiriwang ng pagkamalikhain tampok ang iba’t ibang anyo ng kultura at komunidad sa sining, kasabay ng Pambansang Buwan ng Sining. Pinangunahan ni Mayor Lani Cayetano ang seremonya kasama …

MANILA, Philippines – Becoming part of the solution toward better waste management practices has been made easier by SM Prime Holdings Inc. (SM Prime) with The SM Waste-Free Future (WFF) Manual. Launched at SM’s first Sustainability Expo, the 17-page visual guide offers a simple and easy-to-follow resource on how everyone can engage with waste management touchpoints available in their most-loved …

IPINAHAYAG ng People’s Progressive Humanist Liberal Party (POLPHIL) ang buo at walang pasubaling suporta sa mga panukalang batas na mag-aalis sa provincial wage rate system, magwawakas sa Regional Wage Boards, at magtatatag ng iisang pambansang sahod para sa lahat ng manggagawang Filipino. Pinapurihan ni POLPHIL Secretary General Ric Serrano si Kamanggagawa Rep. Eli San Fernando sa pangunguna sa makasaysayang hakbang …

AS part of its continuing efforts to strengthen the startup ecosystem across the country, the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) launched the activity “Strengthening the Regional Startup Ecosystem: Establishment of Provincial and Regional Innovation Hubs (iHubs)” on February 24, 2026 at Watergate Hotel in Butuan City. The activity gathered regional directors, provincial science and technology directors, innovation champions, and …

The state-run National Home Mortgage Finance Corporation (NHMFC) is taking a significant step toward strengthening its commitment to transparency, technological resilience, and modernization of its housing finance securitization through the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement with Bayanichain Tech Inc. (BYC Ventures). Anchored on its cloud-based digitalization agenda and aligned with the thrust of  President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.  toward  …

KAMAKAILAN ay nagsagawa ang SM Foundation ng isang medical and dental mission sa SM City Marilao, kung saan hindi bababa sa 982 residente ng Bulacan ang nakatanggap ng libreng pangangalagang medikal, na nagsama-sama sa mga boluntaryong manggagamot, manggagawang pangkalusugan, at iba pang mga propesyonal sa medisina sa isang lugar. Ang misyon ay nagbigay ng iba’t ibang serbisyo upang mapataas ang …

Richard Nixon Gomez, General Manager of Bauertek Farmaceutical Technologies, and Rigel Gomez, President of the company, attended the 2nd Joint Meeting of the Committee on Dangerous Drugs and the Committee on Health to discuss the proposed medical cannabis legislation. Representing the Scientific sector, Richard Nixon Gomez presented insights on the global medical cannabis market and outlined how the Philippines can …

BATANGAS CITY—Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) in partnership with Batangas State University, The National Engineering University (BatStateU The NEU), successfully conducted the third run of the DPWH Campus Job Fair on February 23 at the Pablo Borbon Campus—marking the first time the initiative was conducted in a state university and the first to be held outside the National …

LUNGSOD NG PASIG, Pilipinas — Pinangunahan ng Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) ang seremonyal na turnover ng piling memorabilia mula sa alamat ng boksing na si Emmanuel “Manny” Pacquiao noong Martes, na nagmarka ng mahalagang yugto sa pangangalaga ng pamana ng palakasan ng Pilipinas. Ipinagkaloob ni Pacquiao ang mga memorabilia kay Pangulong Ferdinand Marcos Jr. sa isang seremonyang dinaluhan ni Unang …

MANILA, Philippines – Continuing its commitment to bringing quality healthcare closer to grassroots communities, SM Foundation (SMFI) successfully conducted a series of medical missions this January 2026, serving over 2,000 beneficiaries across Quezon City and the province of Leyte. Through its long-running Health and Medical Programs, SM Foundation deployed its mobile clinics and volunteer teams to provide essential medical services, ranging …

CITY OF MALOLOS – As one of the festival’s steadfast institutional partners, the Provincial History, Arts, Culture, and Tourism Office (PHACTO) gave their full support during the media launch of the 13th Pulilan Mandala International Art Festival last February 20, 2026 held at the 2F, IT Zone of SM Center Pulilan to reaffirm their strong and sustained commitment to advancing …

The Department of Science and Technology (DOST), under the leadership of Secretary Renato U. Solidum Jr., awarded ₱1,000,000.00 in Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI) Assistance to the Local Government Unit of Dagupan City to strengthen STEM education through enhanced Robotics and Artificial Intelligence (AI) support programs. The assistance was formally received by Mayor Belen T. Fernandez on behalf of the …

MPTC Tour of Luzon 2026, inilunsad sa ginanap na press conference nitong Lunes sa The Lighthouse, Meralco Bldg., Ortigas Avenue, Pasig City. Ang Metro Pacific Tollways Corporation (MPTC) Tour of Luzon 2026 ay may temang “A Heritage in Motion,” na naglalayong ipakita ang mayamang kasaysayan, kultura, at pagkakaisa ng bansa sa pamamagitan ng isport na cycling. Nakatakdang maghatid ng matinding …

Through the Department of Science and Technology Region XII (DOST SOCCSKSARGEN), Hon. Rudy S. Caoagdan, Representative of the Second District of Cotabato and member of the House Committee on Science and Technology, paid a courtesy visit to the Department of Science and Technology Central Office in Bicutan, Taguig to explore science-driven opportunities that can accelerate agricultural and industrial development in …

BINUKSAN ng Globe Telecom ang taon gamit ang isang matapang na mensahe sa kanilang flagship quarterly media event. Ang Blueprint ng Globe na ang koneksiyon ay hindi na ukol sa bilis, kundi ukol sa pare-pareho, maaasahang serbisyo, abot-kayang presyo, at madaling pag-access. Ginanap sa The Globe Tower, ipinakita ng kaganapan kung paano pinalalakas ng Globe ang paraan ng pamumuhay, pagtatrabaho, at pakikipag-ugnayan ng mga …

BINMALEY, Pangasinan — The country’s first ASIN (Salt) Research and Development Center was formally launched on February 17, 2026 at the Pangasinan State University (PSU) Binmaley Campus, marking one of the key highlights of the 2026 Regional Science, Technology, and Innovation Week (RSTW) in the Ilocos Region. The establishment of the ASIN Center cements PSU’s recognition as a national hub …

PINARANGALAN si Coach Yeng Guiao ng Philippine Sportswriters Association (PSA) Awards Night sa Diamond Hotel sa pamamagitan ng President’s Award bilang pagkilala sa kanyang mahalagang tagumpay sa pagtatanggol ng pondo para sa pagpapaunlad ng palakasan sa bansa. Ang PSA Awards Night ay sa pangunguna ni President Francis Ochoa, mga officers na sina Nelson Beltran, Tito Talao, Gerry Ramos, at Dodo …

Pag-IBIG Fund highlighted the role of public-private partnerships and modern construction technology in accelerating socialized housing delivery as officials joined President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. in the ceremonial launch of a precast manufacturing facility in Taytay, Rizal on Monday, Feb. 16. The facility, operated by Megawide Construction Corporation, will produce precast housing components for Expanded Pambansang Pabahay para sa Pilipino …