U.S. educators train 48 Filipino teachers on AI literacy tools

MACTAN, Cebu (September 30, 2025) — The U.S. Embassy in the Philippines’ Regional English Language Office (RELO) hosted a two-day intensive training here on Sept. 26 and 27, to equip 48 educators from various regions across the Philippines with innovative strategies for integrating artificial intelligence (AI) in their classrooms. This professional development was facilitated by… Read More U.S. educators train 48 Filipino teachers on AI literacy tools

Luzon Economic Corridor gaining traction in Clark, Subic

By Shane F. Velasco | September 30, 2025 CLARK FREEPORT ZONE (PIA) — The flagship Luzon Economic Corridor is now gaining traction in Clark and Subic Bay Freeport Zones. This was confirmed by Special Assistant to the President for Investment and Economic Affairs Undersecretary Ma. Angela Ignacio during the Philippine Economic Briefing-Clark hosted by the… Read More Luzon Economic Corridor gaining traction in Clark, Subic

NHCP brings West Philippine Sea exhibit, symposium to Masinloc

By Reia G. Pabelonia | September 30, 2025 MASINLOC, Zambales (PIA) — The National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) brought its “Pag-asa sa Gitna ng Kalayaan” exhibit and symposium to Masinloc, Zambales on Thursday, September 25.  The NHCP said this initiative aims to deepen understanding of the country’s maritime heritage, commemorate key historical events… Read More NHCP brings West Philippine Sea exhibit, symposium to Masinloc

‘Karison’ festival rocks San Felipe tourism scene

SAN FELIPE, Zambales — This town successfully held the three-day “Keri-kHARiTon” program with an exhibit and parade of colorful “karison” native carts, as well as dance and musical shows that rocked the local tourism scene on September 26-28. Mayor Reinhardt Jeresano led the kick-off ceremony of the program, which took off with the theme “Kultura,… Read More ‘Karison’ festival rocks San Felipe tourism scene

Cebu Pacific shines at 2025 ESGBusiness Awards for Sustainability, CSR and Inclusivity

CEBU Pacific (PSE: CEB) earned two international recognitions at the 2025 ESGBusiness Awards in Malaysia for “Sustainable Transportation” and “Diversity & Inclusion”, placing the airline among top Asian companies for environmental, social, and governance (ESG) excellence. The ESGBusiness Awards is one of the region’s premier platforms recognizing organizations that set benchmarks in corporate social responsibility,… Read More Cebu Pacific shines at 2025 ESGBusiness Awards for Sustainability, CSR and Inclusivity

PDIC to launch e-Portal project in 2026

THE Philippine Deposit Insurance Corporation (PDIC) has initiated an e-Portal project as a proactive step toward digital transformation to deliver more efficient public service. In a statement, the State-owned deposit insurer said it has set in motion the modernization of its services through its e-Portal Project aimed at building a more responsive and future-ready organization.… Read More PDIC to launch e-Portal project in 2026

CSC cites outstanding public servants in Central Luzon

By Mark Anthony G. Pangan | September 24, 2025 CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga (PIA) — The Civil Service Commission (CSC) honored outstanding government workers across Central Luzon during the 2025 Gawad Lingkod Bayani regional recognition rites held at the Kingsborough International Convention Center in this city. The annual recognition forms part of the 123rd Philippine… Read More CSC cites outstanding public servants in Central Luzon

BMs Rundy Ebdane, Jim Abasta join new PBMLP-CL officers

CLARK FREEPORT — Zambales provincial board members Jun Rundstedt “Rundy” C. Ebdane and Sancho “Jim” Abasta III were elected among the new officers of the Provincial Board Members League of the Philippines (PBMLP) in Region III during the group’s general assembly on September 23. The assembly and election were held at the Royce Hotel, Clark,… Read More BMs Rundy Ebdane, Jim Abasta join new PBMLP-CL officers

Cruise ship makes first overnight stay in Subic Freeport

By HENRY EMPEÑO | September 23, 2025 SUBIC BAY FREEPORT — The Villa Vie Odyssey, a “home-at-sea” cruise ship, arrived here on Tuesday morning for a two-day visit, marking the first time for a cruise ship to stay overnight in this regional tourist destination. The cruise liner, which is operated by Villa Vie Residences cruise… Read More Cruise ship makes first overnight stay in Subic Freeport

‘SEC on Wheels’ brings services closer to Zambales firms

OLONGAPO CITY — The Securities and Exchange Commission–Tarlac Extension Office (SEC-TAREO) rolled out another successful run of its flagship outreach program, SEC on Wheels, bringing essential corporate regulatory services closer to businesses and organizations in Zambales. More than 40 companies and non-profit organizations from across Zambales, including clients who traveled from far-flung towns such as Sta.… Read More ‘SEC on Wheels’ brings services closer to Zambales firms