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The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has completed the Barangay San Vicente to Barangay San Roque Farm-to-Market Road (FMR) project, strengthening food security in the municipality of Tubajon, Dinagat Islands. DPWH Secretary Manuel Bonoan, citing a report from DPWH Region XIII Director Pol Delos Santos, said that the FMR project, amounting P11.6 million, […]
Education Secretary Sonny Angara met with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) to request their assistance in supporting the transition of Sulu from BARMM back to DepEd supervision after the Supreme Court declared that the province is no longer part of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao. Both agencies also discussed the joint education […]
Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel, Jr. has authorized the Bureau of Animal Industry (BAI) to set-up livestock, poultry and meat industry inspection sites in Metro Manila and surrounding areas to control the spread of animal diseases. Under Administrative Circular No. 10, BAI — through the National Veterinary Quarantine Services Division and in coordination with various […]
The Department of Tourism (DOT) proudly announced that the Philippines has clinched two significant recognitions at the prestigious TripZilla Excellence Awards 2024.Celebrating its 10th year, the awards honor the most outstanding travel brands in Southeast Asia for delivering exceptional experiences and shaping the future of the industry. “These recognitions reaffirm the Philippines as a destination […]
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) will hold its very first regional arts and creative festival to strengthen the creative industries and elevate Filipino creativity in the CALABARZON region. Dubbed as “Fiesta Haraya 2024: Likha at Husay ng CALABARZON,” the festival will run from November 27 until 1 December 2024 at Robinsons General Trias, […]
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has completed the construction of a concrete revetment structure aimed at preventing the overflow of Silway River and flooding in Barangay Maligo, Polomolok, South Cotabato. Spanning 370 meters, the flood control project involves the construction of a 5-meter-high revetment wall with embankment, the installation of steel pile […]
The National Electrification Administration (NEA) has reported that the initial estimated cost of damage to electric cooperative (EC) facilities attributed to the four major storms that hit the Philippines this month reached a combined total of P40,675,916.70. The latest figure covers the trails of destruction left on the rural electrification sector by Typhoons ‘Marce’ (Yinxing), […]
The Department of Education (DepEd) has issued guidelines to address the aftermath of Typhoon Pepito, focusing on the safety and well-being of teachers and learners while ensuring learning continuity. Through Department Memorandum No. 64, series of 2024, signed by Secretary Sonny Angara, field officials are directed to coordinate with their local Disaster Risk Reduction and […]
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) released the 2024 Noche Buena Price Guide to provide consumers with a broad selection of options for this upcoming holiday season. The guide includes prices for 236 Stock Keeping Units (SKUs) from 22 Noche Buena manufacturers across 12 categories: ham, queso de bola, fruit cocktail, cheese, sandwich spread, […]
The Department of Agriculture said a retail price of around P42 per kilo for well-milled rice represents a “happy balance” that meets both the needs of Filipino consumers and farmers. “While we aim to drive down food costs, we are also mindful of the needs of our primary stakeholders—our farmers and their families, who work […]