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 THE Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Region XII showcased the transformative power of science, technology, and innovation (STI) in advancing inclusive and resilient development during the 2025 Regional Science and Technology Week (RSTW) held on August 27–29, 2025 at the Grand Summit Hotel, General Santos City. Anchored on the theme “Siyensiya, Teknolohiya, at Inobasyon: Kabalikat sa Matatag, Maginhawa, at …

ni TEDDY BRUL ANG pariralang “Nagsabado sa Pasig” ay tumutukoy sa dakilang pag-aalsang naganap noong Sabado, 29 Agosto 1896 sa bayan ng Pasig. Pinamunuan ito ng Anak-Pasig na si Heneral Valentin A. Cruz, at nilahukan ng halos 2,000 Katipunero — armado ng itak, sibat, karit at ilang ripple — na sabay-sabay nagbangon laban sa kapangyarihan ng Kastila. Mula sa mga …

The afternoon sessions of the 2025 Regional Science, Technology, and Innovation Week (RSTW) featured two parallel R&D Summits that highlighted pioneering projects aligned with regional development priorities. R&D Summit 1 focused on innovations in textiles, smart mobility, and sustainable urban transport: Ms. Jona May G. Basit of the Philippine Textile Research Institute (PTRI) introduced “SEDA Pilipinas,” a groundbreaking project merging …

The Department of Science and Technology Region 02 (DOST), under the leadership of the Regional Director Dr. Virginia G. Bilgera, conducted a two-day monitoring activity for Small Enterprise Technology Upgrading Program (SETUP) beneficiaries in Cagayan Province on August 26–27, 2025. The activity, organized by the Regional Project Management Office (RPMO) in collaboration with the Provincial Science and Technology Office (PSTO)–Cagayan …

The Department of Science and Technology – Camiguin Provincial Science and Technology Office (DOST Camiguin) convened an engagement meeting with the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) to advance its initiative of applying for Geographical Indication (GI) certification for Camiguin Lanzones. The discussion centered on the capacity building requirements, the process of filing a GI application, and best practices, …

Out of 53 outstanding entries, these innovative and game-changing inventions emerged as winners and are now set to advance to the 2026 National Invention Contest and Exhibits (NICE): • Tuklas Award for Outstanding Invention (Private-Funded Category): Effectiveness and Safety of Herbal cream preparation DEMOLLUSCUM in the removing of Molluscum Contagiosum and the Like using Cashew nut oil extract (Anacardium occidentale, …

A brighter future for learning has begun in La Union as 200 elementary and high schools across the province received STARBOOKS (Science and Technology Academic and Research-Based Openly Operated KioskS) installations. This milestone was made possible through the joint efforts of the Department of Science and Technology Region 1 (DOST Region 1), the DOST–Science and Technology Information Institute (DOST-STII), and …

In a landmark partnership to promote sustainable innovation, SM Prime, the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) and ARISE Philippines are joining forces to launch the first-ever Sustainability Expo (SUSTEX), happening on August 29–30, 2025 at the SMX Convention Center Aura, Taguig City. With the theme “Innovation for Environmental Stewardship,” SUSTEX 2025 aims to catalyze transformative change in business practices …

IPINAGPATULOY ng DigiPlus Interactive Corporation, ang puwersa sa likod ng BingoPlus, ArenaPlus, at Gamezone, ang pagpapaunlad ng karanasan ng kanilang mga customer, o customer experience (CX), sa pamamagitan ng paghahandog ng 24/7 na suporta sa mga manlalaro, ang panibagong mataas na pamantayan sa industriya. Umabot na sa 40 milyon ang nakarehistrong user sa DigiPlus, patunay lamang ito ng pagpapalawig ng …

The Philippines has put its preparations in high gear for its hosting of the WorldSkills ASEAN Manila 2025 from August 25 to 30, with the main competition to be held at the World Trade Center Metro Manila and the Philippine Trade Training Center in Pasay City. Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) Secretary Kiko Benitez, who chairs the interagency …

Like a mentor watching their student rise to success, DOST Northern Mindanao is proud of Heaven’s Bakehaus for turning small beginnings into a big success story. From a humble ₱5,000 capital and a team of three in 2012, Heaven’s Bakehaus has grown into a nationally recognized MSME. Owned and managed by Mr. Marc T. Claro and his wife Roly Ann, …

San Carlos, Pangasinan — Isang makulay na gabi ng musika at pasasalamat ang idinaos ng FPJ Panday Bayanihan Partylist sa San Carlos upang gunitain ang kaarawan ni Fernando Poe Jr. (FPJ) at ipagdiwang ang kanilang panalo. Mahigit 1,000 lider mula sa iba’t ibang panig ng Pangasinan ang nakiisa sa pagtitipon. Buong puso ang pasasalamat ni Rep. Brian Poe sa kanyang …

THE Search Committee for the Outstanding Gender and Development (OGAD) Champions successfully conducted its in-person evaluation of contenders across three categories—Organization, Professional, and Youth—on August 19–20, 2025. This prestigious search aims to recognize exemplary individuals and institutions that have significantly contributed to advancing gender and development initiatives in their respective sectors. For the Organization Category, the contenders were LGU Cauayan, …

THE Province of Ilocos Norte will host the National Science and Technology Week (NSTW) celebration on November 17–21, 2025, at the Laoag Centennial Arena. The Department of Science and Technology Region I (DOST I) and the Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte (PGIN) confirmed the partnership during a courtesy visit and meeting with Governor Cecilia Araneta-Marcos, attended by DOST I Regional …

LIGAO CITY – Inihayag kamakailan ni Albay 3rd District Rep. Raymond Adrian “Adrian” Salceda, ‘House Special Committee on Food Security chairman,’ ang natatanging pagtutulungan ng Albay at Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) sa pagsulong na kauna-unahang ‘Artificial Intelligence (AI) Readiness Institute’ sa bansa na tutuon sa agrikultura at iba pang mga usapin.    Tinalakay nina Salceda at TESDA …

Pag-IBIG Fund earned ₱4.27 billion from its investments in the first half of 2025, up 51.79% from the same period in 2024. The gains helped push the agency’s net income to ₱28.04 billion for the six-month period, a 15.25% increase year on year. “It is our responsibility to manage and grow the Filipino workers’ fund with prudence and integrity, so …

Cauayan City took a significant leap toward becoming a model smart and sustainable community as the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) spearheaded collaborative efforts with SEERMO and the Electromobility Research and Development Center (EMRDC). The initiative, anchored on the Smart and Sustainable Communities Program, brought together technology innovators, city officials, and science leaders to lay the groundwork for transformative …

At the heart of its mission, the Department of Science and Technology Region 1 (DOST Region 1) once again proved that collaboration leads to transformative action, as Dr. Teresita A. Tabaog, DOST Region 1 Director, graced the opening of the Twinning Project Camp of the Department of Science and Technology – Science Education Institute (DOST-SEI) through the Science Teachers Academy …

The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) reaffirmed its commitment to flood risk reduction, highlighting the resettlement of 57,134 informal settler families (ISFs) from high-risk zones under the Manila Bay Clean-up, Rehabilitation, and Preservation Program (MBCRPP). These ISFs, previously living along waterways and easement areas vulnerable to typhoons and monsoons, were relocated to government-owned housing units to improve …

BATANGAS CITY—A new chapter in Philippine engineering education is unfolding as Batangas State University, The National Engineering University (BatStateU The NEU), partners with Aboitiz InfraCapital Economic Estates to establish a new campus within the LIMA Estate—a purpose-built, industry-integrated learning hub located in CALABARZON’s thriving industrial corridor. The milestone was formalized on August 12 in Makati City, where BatStateU The NEU …

ANTIPOLO CITY, Rizal – The Department of Science and Technology – CALABARZON (DOST-CALABARZON) formally opened the Regional Science, Technology, and Innovation Week (RSTW) 2025 on August 14 at the Ynares Events Center, Antipolo City, with the theme “Building Smart and Sustainable Communities.” The three-day celebration, which runs until August 16, showcases how science, technology, and innovation (STI) can drive inclusive …

SAN MIGUEL Pale Pilsen, ang iconic na inumin ng bansa na naging simbolo ng pagka-Pilipino sa buong mundo, ay ipinagdiriwang ang ika-135 anibersaryo nito sa pamamagitan ng isang espesyal na “Balik Tanaw” na lata, bilang pagpupugay sa mayamang kasaysayan at makabuluhang kontribusyon nito sa ating kultura. Sa mahigit isang siglo, naging kaagapay na ng mga Pilipino ang San Miguel Pale …

NAKIPAGPULONG kamakailan si Albay 3rd District Rep. Raymond Adrian Salceda kay House Speaker Martin Romualdez at Majority Leader Sandro Marcos upang isulong ang tatlong malalaking proyekto na sadyang kailangan para sa pag-unlad ng buong Bicol. Kasama niya sa  naturang pulong ang iba pang mga mambabatas mula sa Bicol na tinatawag ang grupo nilang “Bicol Bloc.” Masugid na isinusulong ni Salceda …

PATULOY na pinalalakas ng SM Foundation ang Kabalikat sa Kabuhayan (KSK), isang programang upang mapataas ang kakayahan at kita ng mga magsasaka. Ayon sa datos ng foundation noong 2024, nakapagsagawa na ito ng mahigit 400 pagsasanay sa buong bansa para sa higit 32,000 magsasaka. Noong Agosto 8, sinimulan ang bagong batch ng training para sa 100 magsasaka sa Cagayan de …