BFAR expected to protect small-scale fisherfolk under new chief

By Filane Mikee Cervantes | February 6, 2025 MANILA – A House leader on Thursday expressed optimism that the appointment of Elizer Salilig as director of the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) will allow the agency to expand and enhance programs that support small-scale fishers and strengthen food security. Bicol Saro Party-list Representative Brian… Read More BFAR expected to protect small-scale fisherfolk under new chief

Orion farmers, residents benefit from newly completed DPWH road project

By Rick P. Quiambao | February 5, 2025 BALANGA CITY (PIA) — The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has completed a farm-to-market road in Orion, Bataan.   The newly constructed road in Sitio Bangad, Barangay Sto. Domingo now provides local residents and farmers with more efficient transportation. DPWH Bataan 2nd District OIC-Assistant Engineer… Read More Orion farmers, residents benefit from newly completed DPWH road project

Robinsons Hotels & Resorts wins big at the TripZilla Excellence Awards 2024

ROBINSONS Hotels & Resorts, a leading brand in the Philippine hospitality industry, copped a triple victory at the prestigious TripZilla Excellence Awards 2024. The brand received accolades in three key categories: Best Business Hotel for the Summit Galleria Cebu; Best Hotel for Families, for the Summit Ridge Tagaytay; and Best Budget Hotel, for the Go… Read More Robinsons Hotels & Resorts wins big at the TripZilla Excellence Awards 2024

US Marine Corps opens logistics hub in Subic Freeport 

By Henry Empeño | February 5, 2025 (Updated) SUBIC BAY FREEPORT – This former American military base is poised to be a staging area for the United States Marine Corps (USMC) once again, as the maritime land force unit opened a logistics facility for Indo-Pacific region operations here on Tuesday. The Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority… Read More US Marine Corps opens logistics hub in Subic Freeport 

BRP Cabra shadows 2 CCG ships until their exit from PH waters

By Raymond Carl Dela Cruz | February 4, 2025 MANILA – The Philippine Coast Guard’s (PCG) BRP Cabra has shadowed two China Coast Guard (CCG) vessels to challenge their presence inside the Philippine Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) until they returned to China. In a statement on Tuesday, PCG Spokesperson for the West Philippine Sea (WPS) Commodore… Read More BRP Cabra shadows 2 CCG ships until their exit from PH waters

Win Free Flights and Get the Best Value Deals with AirAsia Philippines at the 32nd PTAA Travel Tour Expo 2025

MANILA | February 4, 2025 —AirAsia Philippines is ready to elevate travel plans for visitors to the 32nd Travel Tour Expo 2025, offering exclusive promo fares and 20% OFF on all flights to any AirAsia Philippines destination with a chance to win free flights from February 7 to 9, 2025 at the SMX Convention Center, Pasay City. This limited-time… Read More Win Free Flights and Get the Best Value Deals with AirAsia Philippines at the 32nd PTAA Travel Tour Expo 2025

Cebu Pacific recognized as Philippine textile champion for its ‘Weaves’ campaign

CEBU Pacific (PSE: CEB), the Philippines’ leading carrier, has been recognized as a Textile Champion by the Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Textile Research Institute (DOST-PTRI) for its efforts in promoting local weaving traditions through travel and tourism. The airline received the distinction during the National Textile Convention (TelaCon) for its Discover PH QR Flight… Read More Cebu Pacific recognized as Philippine textile champion for its ‘Weaves’ campaign

SM FOUNDATION OPENS 2025 COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

SM Foundation, the social good arm of the SM Group, has opened its college scholarship program, with applications running from February 1 to March 31, 2025. The initiative aims to provide comprehensive educational support to qualified senior high school graduates nationwide. The scholarship package includes full tuition coverage, monthly stipends, and paid internship opportunities within… Read More SM FOUNDATION OPENS 2025 COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

PCG keeps CCG ‘monster ship’ farther from Zambales coastline

By Raymond Carl Dela Cruz | February 3, 2025 MANILA – The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) has kept China Coast Guard (CCG) vessel 5901, dubbed the “monster ship” for its size, farther from the Zambales coastline. In a statement, PCG spokesperson for the West Philippine Sea Commodore Jay Tarriela said the ship is now 117 nautical… Read More PCG keeps CCG ‘monster ship’ farther from Zambales coastline

Army tightens security protocols to ensure safety in camps, facilities

By Priam Nepomuceno | February 3, 2025 MANILA – The Philippine Army (PA) on Monday said it has been implementing “appropriate security protocols” to ensure the safety of its camps and facilities nationwide. “We have been implementing appropriate security protocols to ensure safety and security in all our Army camps. Likewise, we have (strengthened) our intelligence… Read More Army tightens security protocols to ensure safety in camps, facilities