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U.S. Peace Corps hosts workshop on marine protection in Puerto Galera

MANILA | December 17, 2024 — From December 2 to 6, the United States Peace Corps, in collaboration with the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), hosted its second workshop on Marine Protected Area (MPA) management in Puerto Galera, Oriental Mindoro.  The event brought together 23 Peace Corps Volunteers, 47 local government partners, and 12… Read More U.S. Peace Corps hosts workshop on marine protection in Puerto Galera

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Cayetano pushes BCDA charter amendments to boost ecozones, fund AFP pension

SENATOR Alan Peter Cayetano on Tuesday expressed strong support for proposed amendments to the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) charter, emphasizing that strategic land sales could stimulate development in key economic zones. Cayetano filed Senate Bill No. 2647 earlier this year during his chairmanship of the Committee on Government Corporations and Public Enterprises, with… Read More Cayetano pushes BCDA charter amendments to boost ecozones, fund AFP pension

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Cebu Pacific celebrates 250-millionth passenger

CEBU Pacific (PSE: CEB), the Philippines’ leading carrier, proudly reached a new milestone as it celebrated flying its 250 millionth passenger, underscoring the airline’s continued dedication to providing affordable and memorable travel experiences for its passengers. The special occasion was marked with a vibrant event at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 3 on… Read More Cebu Pacific celebrates 250-millionth passenger

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Zambales launches P50-M ‘Mango Valley’ project

By E.H. Edejer | December 6, 2024 IBA, Zambales — A P50-million four-year pioneering program to promote, expand and sustain the production of Zambales’s highly popular carabao or “Dinamulag” mango has been launched by the Zambales provincial government recently. Governor Hermogenes Ebdane Jr. said the Zambales Green Mango Valley Project, which will be a collaboration… Read More Zambales launches P50-M ‘Mango Valley’ project

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United States donates P7.6-M educational materials to typhoon-hit schools in Bicol

MANILA, December 3, 2024 — The United States government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), recently donated more than P7.6 million ($136,000) worth of educational materials to support the continuity of learning for more than 18,500 students in areas severely affected by recent typhoons in the Bicol region. USAID Advancing Basic Education in… Read More United States donates P7.6-M educational materials to typhoon-hit schools in Bicol

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Tarlac Heritage Foundation confers winners of 17th Belenismo

By Trixie Joy B. Manalili | December 2, 2024 TARLAC CITY (PIA) — The Tarlac Heritage Foundation (THF) conferred this year’s winners of Belenismo sa Tarlac under the Grand Municipal, Community, Monumental, Church, and Grand Non-Municipal categories. The Belenismo sa Tarlac is an annual competition on belen-making that highlights the tradition, artistry and talent of… Read More Tarlac Heritage Foundation confers winners of 17th Belenismo

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U.S. drones to boost Subic maritime emergency response

By Henry Empeño | December 2, 2024 SUBIC BAY FREEPORT — Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) or drones from the United States government are expected to enhance maritime emergency response here, both to improve disaster preparedness and promote environmental and business sustainability in this free port. Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) Chairman and Administrator Eduardo Jose… Read More U.S. drones to boost Subic maritime emergency response

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BCDA distributes titles to project-affected landowners in Pampanga

CLARK FREEPORT — Citing their significant role as partners for development, the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) recently commended at least 43 landowners in Pampanga for sharing their property for the implementation of the Subic-Clark-Manila-Batangas (SCMB) railway project. In a simple ceremony, BCDA OIC-Senior Vice President Richard Brian M. Cepe, representing President and CEO… Read More BCDA distributes titles to project-affected landowners in Pampanga

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Swing Into the Future: Break 100 launches as the Philippines’ premier golf and sports lounge at NUSTAR Resort Cebu

CEBU, Philippines — Break 100, a premier golf and sports lounge, finally opened its doors at NUSTAR Resort Cebu last November 29, 2024. This state-of-the-art facility combines innovation, luxury, and performance to deliver an unparalleled experience for players of all levels, from beginners to seasoned professionals. Break100 is the ultimate destination for those who dream… Read More Swing Into the Future: Break 100 launches as the Philippines’ premier golf and sports lounge at NUSTAR Resort Cebu

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PCG to intensify inspection of Manila Bay dredgers – Tarriela

By Joyce Ann L. Rocamora | November 30, 2024 MANILA – The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) will intensify its inspection of dredging ships operating in the Manila Bay area after the recent discovery of undocumented Chinese nationals on board a dredger in Bataan, a ranking government official said Saturday. The PCG found 13 illegal Chinese crew… Read More PCG to intensify inspection of Manila Bay dredgers – Tarriela

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