GENERAL LUNA, SIARGAO ISLAND – The Department of Tourism in the Caraga Region (DOT-13) has announced the upcoming establishment of a tourist first aid facility in Siargao Island’s General Luna town, particularly near the popular Cloud 9 surfing spot. …
MANILA – Alfredo Pascual has resigned as Secretary of the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), with his departure set to take effect on Friday, August 2, 2024, according to the Presidential Communications Office (PCO). Pascual, who played a key rol…
MANILA — The United Arab Emirates and the United States have delivered substantial humanitarian aid to the Philippines following the devastating impacts of super typhoon Carina and the enhanced southwest monsoon. The aid includes essential supplies an…
ILOCOS NORTE – In a significant step towards combating malnutrition, Ilocos Norte has initiated a community outreach program targeting stunted children within the region. On Wednesday, 100 children from the city received nutribun and pasteurized milk …
PARIS — Filipino-Canadian swimmer Kayla Sanchez has successfully advanced to the women’s 100-meter freestyle semifinals at the Paris Olympics, held at La Defense Arena. Competing under the Philippine flag for the first time in her Olympic career, Sanc…
CARAGA REGION — Over 6,000 coconut farmers in the Caraga region have received assistance from the Philippine Coconut Authority (PCA-13) to combat the invasive Rhinoceros beetles, exacerbated by the aftermath of super typhoon Odette in 2021, which caus…
MANILA — The Department of Agriculture (DA) announced on Tuesday that the agri-fishery sector suffered significant losses totaling PHP1.17 billion due to the impacts of Super Typhoon Carina and the enhanced southwest monsoon.
According to Philippine…
ILOILO CITY, ILOILO — The Iloilo Provincial Health Office (IPHO) is urging the public to actively participate in dengue prevention efforts as the province faces a significant increase in cases.
According to Philippines News Agency, Iloilo has record…
MANILA — Senator Alan Peter Cayetano has proposed a review of the bidding process for the Manila Electric Company’s (Meralco) power supply requirements, advocating for a delay until the terms of reference (TOR) are assessed to ensure equitable treatme…
BACOLOD CITY — The Negros Electric and Power Corp. (NEPC/Negros Power) announced on Tuesday its application for a certificate of public convenience and necessity from the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC), following the approval of its 25-year franch…