BCDA obtains highest audit rating from COA for 15th consecutive year 

FOR the fifteenth consecutive year, the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) has received an “unqualified or unmodified opinion,” the highest audit rating from the Commission on Audit (COA), for its 2024 financial statement. The BCDA said in a statement that this “serves as a testament to the organization’s commitment to sound, transparent and prudent… Read More BCDA obtains highest audit rating from COA for 15th consecutive year 

TESDA Zambales conducts post-training services, HIV-TB awareness seminar for trainees, graduates

By Reia G. Pabelonia | July 10, 2025 IBA, Zambales (PIA) – The Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) Provincial Training Center (PTC)–Iba conducted a post-training services and HIV-Tuberculosis awareness seminar for 44 trainees and graduates to support their transition into the workforce and promote overall well-being.  Participants came from various technical vocational courses, including… Read More TESDA Zambales conducts post-training services, HIV-TB awareness seminar for trainees, graduates

EMPOWERING CHANGE: SM CARES UNITES COMMUNITIES FOR THE ENVIRONMENT

IN celebration of Philippine Environment Month 2025 As a long-standing advocate for sustainability, SM Cares—the corporate social responsibility arm of SM Supermalls—once again mobilized thousands of Filipinos in celebration of Philippine Environment Month, reinforcing its commitment to creating a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable future through its movement for an #SMWasteFreeFuture. Throughout the month of… Read More EMPOWERING CHANGE: SM CARES UNITES COMMUNITIES FOR THE ENVIRONMENT

Zambales LGUs hail gov’t distribution of emergency vehicles

By E.H. Edejer | July 9, 2025 BOTOLAN, Zambales — Local executives in Zambales expressed deep appreciation for the release of fully-equipped patient transport vehicles (PTVs) to various municipalities here on Wednesday, July 9, saying this would further increase healthcare accessibility in the province. This after President Ferdinand Marco Jr. led the turnover by the… Read More Zambales LGUs hail gov’t distribution of emergency vehicles

New Horizon dawns anew for AirAsia Philippines

Office launch coincides with Mid-year sale from as low as PhP77 one-way base fare MANILA (July 9, 2025)— In a powerful display of growth, optimism and commitment to World’s Best service, AirAsia Philippines marked a significant milestone as it officially unveiled its new headquarters in Pasay. Dubbed as “The Red Horizon”, the new office will serve… Read More New Horizon dawns anew for AirAsia Philippines

DOE conducts initial survey in Zambales and Pangasinan for native hydrogen exploration

By DOE | July 9, 2025 IN anticipation of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s signing of the country’s first service contracts for native hydrogen exploration, the Department of Energy (DOE) recently conducted a reconnaissance survey in Zambales and Pangasinan — areas covered under the predetermined contract areas offered in the 2024 Philippine Energy Bid Round.… Read More DOE conducts initial survey in Zambales and Pangasinan for native hydrogen exploration

Clark to host DSWD’s regional disaster response command, logistics hub

By Marie Joy S. Carbungco | July 8, 2025 CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga (PIA) — The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) is set to establish its regional disaster response command and logistics center inside the Clark Aviation Complex to significantly strengthen its disaster preparedness and response capabilities in Central Luzon. Set on… Read More Clark to host DSWD’s regional disaster response command, logistics hub

COFFEE & FRIENDS HANGOUT AT SM: Where every corner at SM becomes your café

COFFEE isn’t just a drink anymore—it’s the spark behind great conversations and hangouts. This July 15 to 31, 2025, SM Supermalls brings you Coffee Fest: Coffee & Friends Hangout at SM, turning every mall into one big, vibrant café where every visit brews a new story and every cup makes moments with friends even better.… Read More COFFEE & FRIENDS HANGOUT AT SM: Where every corner at SM becomes your café

DA to file raps vs. up to 100 suspects for agri-smuggling

By Stephanie Sevillano | July 8, 2025 MANILA – As many as 100 individuals linked to 20 companies may face charges for alleged involvement in agricultural smuggling in the country, the Department of Agriculture (DA) warned Tuesday. In an ambush interview, DA Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. reiterated his desire to have someone jailed at least… Read More DA to file raps vs. up to 100 suspects for agri-smuggling

DA seizes 31 vans of smuggled agri products in Subic

By Henry Empeño | July 8, 2025 SUBIC BAY FREEPORT — The Department of Agriculture (DA) seized 31 container vans of smuggled agricultural commodities worth hundreds of millions of pesos at the Port of Subic on Tuesday, July 8, after finding they lacked import permits in violation of food safety and customs regulations. Agriculture Secretary… Read More DA seizes 31 vans of smuggled agri products in Subic