More PH farmers to benefit from NFA’s eased palay buying standards
MANILA – More Filipino rice farmers are expected to benefit as the National Food Authority (NFA) eased its requirements for palay (unhusked rice) procurement following a public consultation with local farmers,…
Marcos calls for compassion, solidarity as Ramadan begins
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Wednesday called on Muslim Filipinos to let the Holy Month of Ramadan deepen their faith and strengthen solidarity within their communities, as he…
Farmer-scientists push forclimate-smart agri communities
TRECE MARTIRES CITY, Cavite (PIA) — The country’s farmer-scientists, or those who combine traditional farming experience with modern technology, have renewed their commitment in helping shape the agriculture industry by promoting sustainable…
CPD: Education key to curbing teenage, unplanned pregnancies
MANILA – The Commission on Population and Development (CPD) on Tuesday underscored the critical role of education in addressing the rising cases of teenage and unplanned pregnancies, particularly among girls aged…
Quality education, child protection prioritized under PBBM – DepEd
MANILA – Education Secretary Sonny Angara on Wednesday said quality education and learners’ safety remain a priority under the administration of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. Angara said this was shown…
DSWD assures enhanced implementation of Centenarian’s Act via NCSC
MANILA – The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) on Monday assured the public of an enhanced implementation of Republic Act 10868 or the Centenarians Act, in coordination with the…
DOH pushes oral health package, eyes revival of dental bureau
MANILA – The Department of Health (DOH) on Monday urged Filipinos to take advantage of the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation’s (PhilHealth) Oral Health Preventive Package, as the agency stepped up efforts…
PBBM: Gov’t investing big, leveraging tech in education, skills dev’t
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Thursday said the government is making massive investments in education and skills development while leveraging technology to bring training and employment opportunities closer…
Naic Police warn public against making bomb threats
NAIC, Cavite (PIA) — Making malicious bomb threats is punishable by law through fines and even imprisonment, the Naic Municipal Police Station (MPS) warned the public following reported bomb threats in five…
Megaworld sets P65-B capex for new and expansion projects
MANILA – Listed property developer Megaworld has earmarked PHP65 billion in capital expenditures for 2026 as it expands its township projects outside Metro Manila. In a disclosure to the Philippine Stock…