Heightened media literacy, fact-checking urged amid slew of online misinformation

By Marie Joy S. Carbungco | March 18, 2025 CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga (PIA) – With misinformation surrounding the International Criminal Court (ICC) investigation into the war on drugs spreading rapidly online, experts from the academe are calling for stronger Media and Information Literacy (MIL) programs and fact-checking initiatives to help the public critically… Read More Heightened media literacy, fact-checking urged amid slew of online misinformation

BEYOND VALENTINE’S: CONNECTING HEARTS IN THE DIGITAL AGE

FEBRUARY is Hearts Month, and while roses and chocolates are classic gifts, adding a tech twist can make your celebration even more special. In a world where technology connects us more than ever, gadgets can add a spark to your celebrations. At SM City Olongapo Central Cyberzone, you’ll find an array of the latest gadgets… Read More BEYOND VALENTINE’S: CONNECTING HEARTS IN THE DIGITAL AGE

Capas-Botolan Road: Paving the way for motorist convenience and economic growth

By PTNI | February 21, 2025 THE Capas-Botolan road project is set to transform lives and drive economic progress by connecting the provinces of Zambales and Tarlac.  With its promise to cut travel time between the two provinces to just one hour and 20 minutes, the road has sparked excitement and hope among communities in… Read More Capas-Botolan Road: Paving the way for motorist convenience and economic growth

Smart fires up new LTE sites in Southern Leyte, strengthening farming communities

THE Philippines’ leading integrated telco network PLDT Inc.’s (PLDT) wireless unit Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) has expanded its network coverage in Southern Leyte by rolling out new LTE sites in the town of Saint Bernard, boosting livelihood opportunities through connectivity and technology in the province.   Among those that would benefit from these upgrades are Saint… Read More Smart fires up new LTE sites in Southern Leyte, strengthening farming communities

United States, The Asia Foundation launch P16.8-M initiative to boost cyber resilience of Philippine human rights groups

MANILA | December 13, 2024—In commemoration of Human Rights Day, the U.S. government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), and The Asia Foundation launched on December 12 a Php16.8-million ($300,000) initiative that will strengthen the capacity of human rights organizations in the Philippines to thwart cybersecurity threats, including doxing, phishing, and organized digital… Read More United States, The Asia Foundation launch P16.8-M initiative to boost cyber resilience of Philippine human rights groups

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

EMB’s ‘Green Wheels’ caravan goes to SBF

SUBIC BAY FREEPORT – The Green Wheels 2024: Environmental Compliance On-the-Go caravan, a project of the Environmental Management Bureau (EMB) Central Luzon of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), in partnership with the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA), opened at the Harbor Point Ayala Mall on Wednesday. The two-day event featured a One-Stop… Read More EMB’s ‘Green Wheels’ caravan goes to SBF

Villanueva: EBET Act to boost employment for PH workforce

SENATOR Joel Villanueva, principal author and sponsor of Republic Act No. 12063, or the Enterprise-Based Education and Training (EBET) Framework Act, welcomed the signing of the measure as a significant milestone in the country’s effort to address the perennial problem of job-skills mismatch.  Villanueva expressed his gratitude to President Bongbong Marcos for entrusting him with… Read More Villanueva: EBET Act to boost employment for PH workforce

Hans Sy’s leadership in sustainability recognized at PRA Outstanding Filipino Retailers Awards

Hans Sy, Chairman of the Executive Committee of SM Prime Holdings, has been honored with the Philippine Retailers Association (PRA) Outstanding Filipino Retailers President Award for his visionary leadership in retail development. Presented by the Philippine Retailers Association and the Department of Trade and Industry, this award recognizes Filipino retailers who excel in business practices,… Read More Hans Sy’s leadership in sustainability recognized at PRA Outstanding Filipino Retailers Awards

AMSL Aero partners with BCDA for zero-emissions aircraft and hydrogen production industries

THE Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) today signed a partnership agreement with Australian zero emissions aircraft designer and manufacturer AMSL Aero to explore a new zero-emissions aircraft industry and provide the catalyst for a hydrogen production industry in the Philippines. The new partnership with BCDA and AMSL Aero involves collaboration and knowledge sharing to… Read More AMSL Aero partners with BCDA for zero-emissions aircraft and hydrogen production industries