Baler: The Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (PDRRMO) of Aurora opened on Monday a five-day Contingency Planning Training of Trainers, a program aimed at strengthening disaster preparedness and response. The opening ceremony, he…
Day: August 11, 2025
DA: Import Ban Not an Excuse to Raise Rice Prices
Manila: The Department of Agriculture (DA) on Monday stated that the upcoming 60-day ban on rice importation should not be used as a justification for increasing retail rice prices in local markets. The agency made this announcement following a slight…
Severe Tropical Storm Gorio Decelerates, ‘Habagat’ to Bring Rains Over Parts of Philippines
Manila: Severe Tropical Storm (STS) Gorio has decelerated, moving at 20 kilometers per hour (kph) west southwestward, and is forecast to exit the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) by Wednesday night.
According to Philippines News Agency, Gorio…
DA Chief and Pangilinan Align on Agricultural and Food Security Priorities
Quezon city: Senator Francis Pangilinan met with Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu-Laurel Jr. to align legislative and executive priorities aimed at empowering farmers, lowering food prices, and ensuring long-term food security. Pangilinan, who chai…
Complaint Filed Against Allies of Former Taguig Mayor for Alleged Election Law Violations
Taguig city: A complaint was filed Monday against allies of former Taguig City mayor and losing congressional candidate Lino Cayetano for alleged violation of election laws by campaigning on social media just hours before voters cast their ballots.
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DOST Launches 3-Day AI Festival in Iloilo City to Promote National AI Strategy
Iloilo city: The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) initiated the 2025 national Artificial Intelligence (AI) Fest in Iloilo City, focusing on enhancing AI development within the country.
According to Philippines News Agency, DOST Secretary …