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The Department of Tourism (DOT) is set to introduce "tourism first aid facilities" at major destinations nationwide. This new initiative will improve tourist safety by providing essential medical support wherever they travel. DOT National Capital Region Director Sharlene Zabala-Batin announced that the agency is preparing to launch several new initiatives,...

The Department of Budget and Management’s (DBM), Budget Secretary Amenah Pangandaman approved the Department of Health’s (DOH) medical vehicles with a P387 million budget for the acquisition. With the approval of the Authority to Purchase Motor Vehicles (APMV) last June 11, 2024, 141 motor vehicles can now be procured, which...

Photo Source: The Philippine Children’s Medical Center Philippine Children’s Medical Center (PCMC) announced the release of its newest assets: state-of-the-art magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and computed tomography (CT) scanners. These advanced medical tools mark a considerable advancement in elevating healthcare services and infrastructure for Filipino children. With the availability of MRI...

With the profound impact of dental issues on individuals' daily lives, from basic functions like eating and speaking to employability. Senator Raffy Tulfo sees the necessity of providing accessible dental care services such as free dentures and dental checkups to beneficiaries of PhilHealth, contributing to a higher quality of...

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) announced plans for EDSA Greenways Project, which was initiated by the government to ease commuting experience and promote greener cities in the NCR.  By linking pedestrians and commuters to mass transit stations, it aims to encourage the utilization of public transportation. This means enhancing the...

For the first time ever, last March 19, several dogs made their appearance at the Senate Plenary Hall, including rescued dogs and those owned by lawmakers, during Senator Grace Poe’s privilege speech in support of Senate Bill 2458, also recognized as the Revised Animal Welfare Act. This comes in the...

The Quezon City government is taking steps to improve cyclist safety by installing concrete plant boxes alongside bike lanes throughout the city. This initiative aims to provide protection for cyclists as they navigate the roads while maintaining urban aesthetics. The concrete plant boxes are already installed along major roads...

After making substantial strides in transitioning to renewable energy (RE) in the past two years, the Philippines has ascended six positions to secure the 4th spot, trailing only behind India, China, and Chile for clean energy investments. The BloombergNEF Climatescope 2023 report reveals that among 110 emerging economies, the Philippines...

In response to the private sector's appeal for government support of the local industry, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. advocates the incorporation of locally-produced building materials for upcoming infrastructure projects,  Last October 2023, the President met with the infrastructure cluster of the Private Sector Advisory Council (PSAC), led by businessman Sabin...

The Philippine government is embracing the esports phenomenon to boost tourism, with the Department of Tourism (DOT) recently signing an agreement with MOONTON Games, a gaming developer. This memorandum of agreement (MOA) aims to facilitate tours for both local and international fans attending the M5 World Championship in December 2023,...

Last September 2023, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. officially approved the "Trabaho Para sa Bayan Act," a piece of legislation designed to tackle issues such as unemployment, lack of jobs, and various labor market challenges in the Philippines. According to the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA), the enactment of...

Pasig City's local government, in partnership with the Department of Education (DepEd), has launched an initiative to provide a transportation allowance of P1,500 to support K-12 public school students and their parents. Mayor Vico Sotto announced in a social media post that the giving out of transportation allowance will take...