The Department of Labor and Employment directs its field personnel to strictly monitor pyrotechnics firms for OSH compliance. The move aims to prevent workplace accidents during the peak production season.
DOLE directs field personnel to monitor pyrotechnics industry compliance with OSH standards ahead of New Year celebrations. Coordination with BFP, PNP, and LGUs mandated.
A new Senate bill proposes a 10-year plan to revive the Philippines' coffee sector, cut import reliance, and boost smallholder incomes by 2035. Learn about the P15B annual funding and key programs.
The Cebu Chamber of Commerce and Industry's Grand Chamber Awards 2025 recognized business and civic achievements, highlighting innovation and local enterprise. Discover the key figures and impact.
The Philippine government allocates ₱26 billion for DepEd's school feeding program in 2026. This investigation examines transparency, effectiveness, and whether this massive investment truly addresses child malnutrition.
The Department of Agriculture transfers regulatory control over veterinary drugs and the dairy industry from the FDA to the BAI and NDA. Learn how this impacts local industries.
10 stakeholders unite to save Philippines' seaweed industry from climate change threats. New technical working group aims for coordinated revival strategy. Read the full story.
Magalang's MALUgud Healthcare Program provides free monthly maintenance medicines to qualified residents, distributing 48,000 pills since October 2025. Discover how this initiative improves healthcare access.
China's Consul General in Davao outlines the 15th Five-Year Plan priorities including high-quality development and opening up, offering new cooperation opportunities for Philippines.
Youth group Anakbayan condemns Davao Bus Project as anti-poor, warning of ₱35 fares and driver displacement. Project faces funding gap despite 2027 target.
Environmental planner questions why watershed protection measures weren't implemented during architect Espina's tenure as Cebu City planning coordinator. Read the full analysis.
Former smoker exposes how tobacco companies rebrand addiction as lifestyle choice through vaping. Learn the truth behind RA 11900 and protect Filipino youth from vapewashing deception.
Philippine Competition Commission approves Veterans Bank's P2.7-billion acquisition of UCPB Savings Bank, ensuring no competition concerns in banking sector. Learn more about this major banking deal.
The Department of Agriculture boosts local farmers in Zamboanga Sibugay with a P2.4 million carabao multiplier farm. Discover how this initiative supports sustainable agriculture.
70 students from Likud Elementary School in Pata, Sulu, benefited from a book giving and feeding activity by the 104th Infantry Battalion and partners, promoting literacy and community ties.
Davao City Government issues Executive Order for Youth Development Council implementation. Learn about the new guidelines, membership structure, and how Dabawenyo youth can participate.
The DOH strongly condemns deceptive vape marketing, refuting claims they are safer than cigarettes. Health advocates demand accountability for over 100,000 annual tobacco-related deaths in the Philippines.
Cebu City officials are expediting review of P1.5 billion unutilized Local Development Fund projects since 2016. Mayor Archival urges barangays to identify relocation sites for typhoon-affected families.
Philippine animation industry eyes $141M revenue by 2028, doubling workforce to 15,000. Animahenasyon 2025 festival drives global partnerships and original content creation.
Bureau of Working Conditions demands BPO companies establish emergency protocols after workers forced to work during Typhoon Tino. Learn about worker safety rights.
The first Russian center in the Philippines opens in Mandaue City, offering free Russian language programs and cultural exchange initiatives to strengthen bilateral ties.
DTI Zamboanga launches a pre-judging design exhibit featuring 21 creations blending Yakan weaving with modern fashion. Visit SM City Mindpro until Nov 21 to support local MSMEs.
Philippine animation industry projected to grow to $141M by 2028. Animahenasyon 2025 festival launches new trade component to boost global partnerships.
Davao del Sur boosts education with new covered stages for Sulop schools and welcomes 1,400 new scholars. Governor Cagas leads the investment in youth and infrastructure.
Philippine exporters welcome US tariff exemptions for coconut oil and other agricultural products, a move set to boost competitiveness and benefit local farmers. #PhilippineExports
Senator Raffy Tulfo files a bill for a P36,000 entry-level BPO wage, automatic work suspension during calamities, and immediate regularization. Read the full story.
DA-Davao deploys first Mobile Soil Laboratory to Don Marcelino, helping farmers reduce costs with precise soil analysis. Learn how this innovation transforms agriculture.
Hundreds from 7 Lamitan villages received free medical, dental & essential services during the ROSE Caravan, celebrating Mayor Furigay's birthday. See how this award-winning program helps communities.
1,173 workers displaced by the Cebu 6.9 magnitude earthquake have received their TUPAD wages from DOLE. This government initiative supports recovery efforts in the 4th District. Learn more about the ongoing aid.
Philippine online sellers support E-Commerce Trustmark but urge permanent voluntary status. Learn how this affects MSMEs and consumer protection in digital economy.