DA-PRDP gives nod to P727-M ‘mega FMR’ project in Zambales

By HENRY EMPEÑO | April 22, 2026 MASINLOC, Zambales — A P727-million farm-to-market road (FMR) project has been approved under the Department of Agriculture-Philippine Rural Development Project (DA-PRDP) to provide year-round access to upland agricultural communities near the former Coto Mines in this town. The DA-Region III office announced the project on Tuesday, April 21,… Read More DA-PRDP gives nod to P727-M ‘mega FMR’ project in Zambales

234 students join Capitol SPES program

IBA, Zambales — A total of 234 students from various schools across the province have joined the provincial government’s Special Program for the Employment of Students (SPES) this year, following the selection of qualified applicants by the Provincial Public Employment Service Office (PESO). The SPES beneficiaries, along with their parents, received an orientation about the… Read More 234 students join Capitol SPES program

PDIC: Insured deposits in PH banking system surge to P5.2-T in 2025

STATE deposit insurer Philippine Deposit Insurance Corporation (PDIC) reported a remarkable surge in insured deposits maintained in the Philippine banking system for 2025, reinforcing its role as a pillar of financial stability for millions of depositors. By year-end 2025, total insured deposits were posted at P5.2 trillion, or an increase of P1.5 trillion or 40.9%… Read More PDIC: Insured deposits in PH banking system surge to P5.2-T in 2025

SCJ Volunteers Manila leads multi-sector tree planting drive for climate resilience

IN a unified effort to support environmental protection, disaster resilience, and future community livelihood, Shincheonji Volunteers (SCJ Volunteers) Manila led the multi-sector “Go Green, Grow Together” tree planting drive along the riverside in Barandal, Barangay Sta. Ana, San Mateo, Rizal, mobilizing 85 volunteers from government, civic, and community partners in celebration of Earth Month. A… Read More SCJ Volunteers Manila leads multi-sector tree planting drive for climate resilience

OWWA, GCash partner to provide digital payment access to OFWs globally

OFWs can pay OWWA membership through GCash, at zero fees from April 16 to July 16, 2026 THE Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) and GCash have partnered to enable OFWs to pay their membership fees via the GCash app. OFWs can now pay membership fees conveniently and securely using the Bills Pay feature of GCash,… Read More OWWA, GCash partner to provide digital payment access to OFWs globally