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The Metro Manila Council (MMC) recently approved a resolution enjoining all local government units (LGUs) in the National Capital Region to enact ordinances on the use of Geographical Information System (GIS) for the issuance of business permits and licenses related to sales of cigarettes and other tobacco products including e-cigarettes. This move, according to MMDA […]
The Department of Education (DepEd) recently convened the 12th Philippine Qualifications Framework National Coordinating Council (PQF-NCC) meeting at Bulwagan ng Karunungan, with Secretary Sonny Angara presiding as chair for the first time. “Setting up the PQF is a key reform that helps address the President’s priority to boost employability of Filipino workers based on lifelong […]
The Department of Agriculture (DA) is ramping up efforts to make rice more accessible and affordable for Filipinos by expanding the Rice-for-All program, opening additional KADIWA ng Pangulo kiosks in public markets and train stations, and collaborating with local government units (LGUs) nationwide to distribute rice at fair prices, including the P29 rice program for […]
The Department of Tourism (DOT) and AirAsia Philippines Fly AirAsia have agreed to work together to further the promotion of Halal tourism offerings of the country. “The Department of Tourism has recognized AirAsia Philippines as a Muslim-friendly airline with Air Asia providing Halal-certified meals on all its flights, and carrying Love the Philippines,” Tourism Secretary […]
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) is constructing a revetment wall along a portion of the Agusan River in Barangay Mapawa, Maragusan, Davao de Oro to protect farmlands and improve the livelihood of local farmers, ultimately boosting the local economy. DPWH Regional Office XI Director Juby Cordon, in a report to Secretary Manuel […]
Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel, Jr. said that the maximum suggested retail price (MSRP) for imported rice will be set at P58 per kilo, starting January 20. This price was determined after extensive consultations with importers, retailers, rice industry stakeholders, as well as government agencies and law enforcement bodies. “We cannot allow the greed of […]
The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) bared its traffic management plans to help lessen the anticipated traffic congestion for the Iglesia ni Cristo (INC) National Peace Rally on January 13 at the Quirino Grandstand, Manila City.In a press conference at the MMDA head office in Pasig City, MMDA Chairman Atty. Don Artes said that in […]
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) completed a farm-to-market road aimed at ensuring road accessibility for local residents, reducing transportation costs for agricultural goods in Barangay Sta. Lucia, Angat, Bulacan. The completed section of the project spans 2.09 kilometers of concrete pavement and includes 92 meters of stone masonry, ensuring both durability and […]
Riverside communities in Barangay Bamban, Boac, Marinduque have seen substantial improvement in their daily activities following the completion of a flood control structure by the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) that aims to alleviate the severe impact of recurring flooding in the community. In a report to Secretary Manuel Bonoan, DPWH Region IV-B […]
The Department of Agriculture has imposed a temporary ban on the importation of both domestic and wild birds from New Zealand following reports of an avian influenza outbreak in that country. In a memorandum order No. 01, Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. confirmed that tests conducted by the New Zealand National Animal Health Laboratory […]