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Iloilo City stands as a shining example of progress and inclusivity, driven by a commitment to sustainable development and community empowerment. Over the past six years, Iloilo City has achieved significant milestones under Mayor Trenas’ leadership, focusing on initiatives that promote economic growth, cultural richness, and environmental sustainability. These efforts have not only elevated the city’s profile but have also …

HIGIT na nanaig ang ganda, talino, at halagahang may pagkilala sa kakayahang magbahagi ng lakas at pamumuno nang itanghal na Miss Manila 2024 si Aliya Rohilla ng distrito ng Sta. Cruz.  Nangibabaw si Rohilla sa 100 kababaihan sa Maynila na naunang nag-apply para sa prestihiyosong titulo. Personal na iginawad ni Mayor Maria Sheilah “Honey” Lacuna-Pangan kay Rohilla ang korona, titulo,  …

June 14, 2024 – Manila, Philippines –SM Supermalls proudly hosted its 100th job fair, reinforcing its unwavering commitment to providing meaningful job opportunities to Filipinos across the country. This significant milestone underscores SM Supermalls’ dedication to nation-building and economic empowerment. SM City Valenzuela and SM City Calamba are hosting the 100th and 101st job fairs today, continuing the tradition of …

THE Participatory Planning and Road Map Development Workshop towards a Smart and Sustainable City of Laoag kicked off on Monday at the auditorium of Laoag City in Ilocos Norte, with no less than Laoag City Mayor Michael Marcos Keon and DOST 1 Regional Director Dr. Teresita A. Tabaog in attendance. In a brief message before the program proper. Mayor Keon underscored the importance of SSCP, a program run by the …

The Department of Science and Technology Regional Office X recently made strides in its mission to integrate Science and Technology (S&T) and promote grassroots innovations by supporting the Damugu Weavers Association through various interventions—including the provision of an industrial high-speed sewing machine, training on synthetic dyeing in collaboration with the DOST-Philippine Textile Research Institute (PTRI), and support in product promotions. …

Dry eyes disease (DED) is currently emerging as a rapidly spreading but unnoticed epidemic. It is concerning to learn that 1 out of every 5 people in the Philippines is affected by this condition, which is further aggravated by our excessive screen time. According to experts, this issue has been steadily gaining attention and causing worry. Ophthalmologist Dr. Jennifer Joy …

Bilang pakikiisa ng Komisyon sa Wikang Filipino sa Mental Health Awareness Month, isinagawa ang Mental Health Caravan noong 29 Mayo 2024 sa pakikipagtulungan sa National Center for Mental Health. Sa tagubilin na rin ng Komisyon sa Serbisyo Sibil at paalala ni Tagapangulong Karlo Nograles “agency heads and officials must recognize that the quality of public service delivered to stakeholders depends …

SIX outstanding Filipinos were honored Friday night as the 2024 laureates of the Awards for Promoting Philippines-China Understanding (APPCU).  Given recognitions at a gala dinner at the Manila Hotel were Hall of Fame awardees businessman Larry Tan Villareal, professor and pioneer APCU member Gabriel “Gabby” Ma. Lopez, Outstanding Contribution awardees Special Envoy to China and businessman Benito Techico and Cagayan …

Butuan City – For many years, the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) has continuously recognized the significant role of the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in driving innovation, creating employment opportunities, and fostering economic growth in the country through its Small Enterprise Technology Upgrading Program (SETUP). SETUP is DOST’s key strategy to stimulate investments in urban, peri-urban, and …

THE Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Regional Office XIII (Caraga) proudly launched its Regional Science and Technology Week (RSTW) that will be held from June 6-9, 2024, at the North Atrium of the Robinsons Butuan in Butuan City. With the theme “Innovate for Impact: Transforming Caraga’s Fishery, Agroforestry, Mining, and Ecotourism Economy through Science, Technology, and Innovation,” this year’s …

Mindanao PAGASA Regional Services Division (MPRSD) inaugurated Mindanao’s first Planetarium on May 17, 2024, at MPRSD at DOST PAGASA, El Salvador City, Misamis Oriental. The ceremony was graced by the presence of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Secretary, Dr. Renato U. Solidum, Jr., and the Undersecretary for Regional Operations, Engr. Sancho A. Mabborang, and DOST PAGASA Administrator Dr. …

The Cebu Professional Pickleball Association together with SM Seaside City Cebu announces the opening of Cebu’s first outdoor free-play pickleball court. Located at the upper ground level, Tower Garden, Cube Wing, this new facility is set to become a hub for both seasoned players and newcomers to the sport. Pickleball is a fast-growing sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, …

The Department of Science and Technology – Science Education Institute (DOST-SEI), in collaboration with the Philippine S&T Development Foundation-Manila, Inc. (PhilDev), has launched the Scholars Technopreneurship Training Program (STTP) in Cagayan de Oro City. Spanning from May to November 2024, this seven-month capacity-building initiative aims to equip DOST-SEI scholars with essential skills in technopreneurship, design thinking, and innovative business and …

APAT sa walong preso na nakapuga sa custodial facility ng San Jose Del Monte City Police Station (SJDM CPS) sa City of San Jose del Monte, Bulacan ang muling nadakip ng pulisya, iniulat kahapon.                Sa unang progress report mula sa San Jose del Monte CPS, dakong 2: 15 pm kamakalawa, sa patuloy na hot pursuit operation ng Intel Operatives …

INIANUNSIYO ni Mayor Ruffy Biazon sa mga mag-aaral at magulang ng Muntinlupa City na magpapatuloy ang distribusyon ng libreng sapatos at school supplies ngayong taon sa lahat ng mga mag-aaral sa public schools sa lungsod. Kung noong nakaraang taon ay black leather shoes ang ipinamahagi ng pamahalaang lungsod, ngayong darating na school year ay MUNwalk sneakers ang matatanggap ng mga …

ISANG natatanging pagpapamalas ng sining ang minarkahan ng pagdiriwang ng Baliwag Buntal Festival sa SM City Baliwag sa pamamagitan ng Ico at Lety Cruz Art Competition Awarding and Exhibit, na nagtatampok ng mga natatanging likha ng mga lokal na artista mula sa iba’t ibang bahagi ng Bulacan. Ginawang posible ang programa ng pamahalaang lungsod ng Baliwag, sa pamamagitan ng Museo …

When was the last time you joined a run where the winners would strut down a catwalk during the evening’s awarding ceremony? A run where rainbow confetti and drummers would herald the start of the early morning run? Or a run where there’s also a Best in Costume prize? That kind of fun during an official run is all happening …

PANGUNGUNAHAN ng mabunyi at tanyag na makatang si Merlie Alunan, professor emeritus ng UP Tacloban ang panel ng Ibabao Writers Workshop (IWW) sa Catarman, Northern Samar. Nasa ikalawang taon ngayon, ang Ibabao Festival ay bahagi ng paggunita sa pagkakatatag ng lalawigan ng Northern Samar, habang ang IWW ay ang bukod-tanging writing workshop sa bansa na buong-buong pinopondohan ng pamahalaang panlalawigan. …

NARARAMDAMAN ni Cavite Representative Lani Mercado Revilla ang prayoridad ng kahalagahan at pagmamahal ng kanyang asawa na si Senador Ramon Revilla, Jr., sa mga kababaihan. Ito ay matapos suportahan ni Senador Revilla ang 46th National Biennial Convention ng National Federation of Women’s Club of the Philippine, sa pamamagitan ng kongresista bilang kinatawan ng senador habang nagrerekober pa sa katatapos tenotomy …

IPINAMAHAGI ng Muntinlupa City local government unit (LGU) sa siyam na barangay ang mga bagong ambulansiya para magamit sa pagtugon sa panahon ng emergency. Pinangunahan ni Mayor Ruffy Biason ang turnover ceremony na ginanap sa Muntinlupa sports complex. Bukod sa siyam na Baranggay na pinagkalooban ng bagong ambulansiya, isa rito ay napunta sa Department of Disaster Reduction and Management Office …

BINUKSAN na ng pamahalaang lungsod ng Las Piñas sa pangunguna ni Vice Mayor April Aguilar ang bagong CAA-C Health Center sa Barangay BF International CAA bilang pagpapahusay sa pangangalaga ng kalusugan ng mga residente. Ang inagurasyon ng bagong health center ay pinangunahan ni VM Aguilar kasama si City Health Office OIC Dr. Juliana Gonzalez. Kabilang sa mga serbisyong ipinagkakaloob ng …