Big Bad Wolf Books opens in Olongapo with thrills, deals, and giveaways

OLONGAPO CITY (Sept. 18, 2025) — The Wolf has landed, and the wait is finally over! Big Bad Wolf Books, the world’s biggest book sale, officially opens its doors today at the SMX Convention Center Olongapo with an exclusive VIP Day. The special preview welcomed partners, media, and guests who got first dibs on over… Read More Big Bad Wolf Books opens in Olongapo with thrills, deals, and giveaways

Into the Wolf’s Den: ‘Big Bad Wolf’ brings 1 million books to Olongapo

Story and Photos by JENA RAJNI EMPEÑO-MIGUEL | September 9, 2025 OLONGAPO CITY — The world’s biggest traveling book sale has finally arrived in this city. Big Bad Wolf Books is bringing over one million brand-new titles to the SMX Convention Center Olongapo from September 19 to 28, marking the city’s first-ever taste of the… Read More Into the Wolf’s Den: ‘Big Bad Wolf’ brings 1 million books to Olongapo

PBBM at PMMA rites: Gov’t to strengthen maritime education

By HENRY EMPEÑO | August 15, 2025 SAN NARCISO, Zambales — President Marcos said the government will further improve maritime education and provide better opportunities to aspiring Filipino seafarers. Speaking at this year’s commencement exercises at the Philippine Merchant Marine Academy (PMMA) here on Friday, Marcos said the government will come up with the National… Read More PBBM at PMMA rites: Gov’t to strengthen maritime education

SM BOOK NOOK LAUNCHES NATIONWIDE BOOK DONATION DRIVE

IN celebration of SM Supermalls’ 40th anniversary, through its flagship literacy program SM Book Nook, is calling on communities nationwide to help spark the joy of reading by donating pre-loved books as part of the SM Book Nook Book Donation Drive, starting July 7, 2025 in all SM malls across the country. Anchored on the… Read More SM BOOK NOOK LAUNCHES NATIONWIDE BOOK DONATION DRIVE

TESDA to put up regional innovation center in Clark

By Marie Joy S. Carbungco | June 2, 2025 CLARK FREEPORT ZONE, Pampanga (PIA) — The Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) and Clark Development Corporation (CDC) signed a deed of usufruct and led the ceremonial site turnover for the Regional Technical-Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Innovation Center in Clark. The event, which highlights the… Read More TESDA to put up regional innovation center in Clark

Zambales students complete DTI consumer awareness program

By Reia G. Pabelonia | April 9, 2025 IBA, Zambales (PIA) — About 50 students from Candelaria School of Fisheries completed the Youth Advocacy Consumer Awareness Program (YACAP) of the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI). YACAP is a collaboration of DTI and the Department of Education (DepEd) designed to provide consumer information, education, and… Read More Zambales students complete DTI consumer awareness program

SBMA, PPSA eye partnership to train future fire marshalls

SUBIC BAY FREEPORT — The Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA), through its Fire Department, and the Philippine Public Safety Academy (PPSA) are set to sign a memorandum of agreement (MOA) to train the latter’s cadets for a future career in firefighting.  SBMA Fire Chief Ranny Magno revealed this plan during the graduation ceremony for the… Read More SBMA, PPSA eye partnership to train future fire marshalls

Botolan LGU assists teacher-examinees

BOTOLAN, Zambales — Ninety-five examinees for the Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET) received cash assistance from the local government unit of Botolan, Zambales, as they prepared for the big day on March 23. Mayor Jun Omar Ebdane said the cash assistance is meant to encourage future educators from Botolan to pursue their dreams and ultimately… Read More Botolan LGU assists teacher-examinees

PBBM signs law on alternative education program

By PCO | March 5, 2025 FILIPINOS can now earn degrees through non-traditional means after President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. signed on Monday the law institutionalizing the expanded tertiary education equivalency and accreditation program (ETEEAP). Republic Act 12124, or the ETEEAP Act, allows Filipinos, especially working professionals, to finish college education for career advancement. The… Read More PBBM signs law on alternative education program

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