Mylene Santos
DSWD denies backlog in social pension payouts for senior citizens
Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) spokesperson Assistant Secretary Romel Lopez on Tuesday said the agency is on time when it comes to the distribution of the PHP500 monthly social pension to all indigent senior citizens, according to a report by Philippine News Agency. Lopez made ...
Architects tapped to restore Manila Post Office
A group of architects and heritage experts signed a Memorandum of Cooperation (MOC) to voluntarily provide architectural conservation, archeological, documentation and research assistance in the restoration of the old Manila Central Post Office. The Philippine Postal Corporation (PHLPost) in collab...
EcoWaste wants to keep children safe from button cell batteries
Beware: Button cell batteries used to power household, office, school and personal products may pose choking and chemical risks that can endanger a child’s health and life. Button cell batteries are used in a variety of products, including digital watches, games and toys, hair accessorie...
DSWD supports P3-billion funds for crisis response
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) on Wednesday said the Department of Budget and Management’s (DBM) approval of additional P3-billion funding for the Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situation (AICS) program is perfectly on time considering the people’s increasin...
House approves bill on contraband detection in prison
The House of Representatives on Wednesday approved a bill preventing the proliferation of contraband in prison by mandating all government agencies and local government units to implement a detection and control system. With 208 affirmative votes and no zero and abstention votes, the lower chamber ...
OCD, Angkas sign disaster response pact
The Office of Civil Defense (OCD) and motorcycle ride-hailing app Angkas have joined forces in boosting disaster response efforts in the country, according to a report by Philippine News Agency. OCD administrator Undersecretary Ariel Nepomuceno and Angkas chief executive officer George Royeca ...
iACADEMY presents 'Game Zone: Ctrl, Alt, Defeat!'
iACADEMY is thrilled to announce its upcoming gaming festival, Game Zone: Ctrl, Alt, Defeat! The event is set to take place on December 2-3, 2023, at the iACADEMY Auditorium. With a vision to celebrate the rich tapestry of gaming from the past and present, the festival aims to showcase iACADEMY'...
DENR, US EPA team up to address climate, human health challenges
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) and the United States Environmental Protection Agency (US EPA) will intensify collaboration in creating innovative solutions to address climate and environmental challenges beyond borders, according to a report by Philippine News Agency...
Hong Kong Disneyland Hosts “A Spectacular Celebration of World of Frozen”
In anticipation of the official opening of the world’s first “Frozen”-themed land – World of Frozen – guests from around the world attended “A Spectacular Celebration of World of Frozen,” where they were immersed in the kingdom of Ar...
PH woos US semiconductor manufacturers
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Thursday (Manila time) expressed the Philippines’ readiness to work with the United States (US) for the development of the semiconductor industry, according to a report by Philippine News Agency. During a roundtable meeting with the US’ Semicond...
Caloocan City
Las Pinas City
Makati City
Malabon City
Mandaluyong City
Manila City
Marikina City
Muntinlupa City
Navotas City
Paranaque City
Pasay City
Pasig City
Pateros City
Quezon City
San Juan City
Taguig City
Valenzuela City
