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Baguio earns Silver Trailblazer Award for Excellence in Governance
BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — The city government under Mayor Benjamin...
‘Maymay’ rains cause landslides, fallen trees in Baguio
BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — Continuous rains unleashed by Tropical Storm...
16 beauties vie for Miss Baguio 2026
BAGUIO CITY, Philippines – Sixteen beautiful candidates will compete for...
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NV Rep. Cayton seeks higher income tax exemption threshold
More than three million Filipino workers could receive additional tax...
President Marcos wants all waterways in Naga City dredged — DPWH chief
By Ana-liza Macatangay and Ernie Delgado DPWH Secretary Vince...
NIA Apayao turns over completed irrigation projects to irrigators groups
PUDTOL, APAYAO,Philippines – Completed irrigation projects in Apayao will...
Baguio City
Baguio earns Silver Trailblazer Award for Excellence in Governance
BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — The city government under Mayor Benjamin Magalong has recently been recognized as a Silver Trailblazer Awardee under the Performance Governance System (PGS), affirming its sustained commitment to institutional excellence, innovation and responsive public service. Conferred in partnership with the Institute for Solidarity in Asia, the recognition...
‘Maymay’ rains cause landslides, fallen trees in Baguio
BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — Continuous rains unleashed by Tropical Storm “Maymay” have resulted in several landslides, fallen trees and power outages in the city as of 6 p.m. on August 6, 2026. Mayor Benjamin Magalong who chairs the City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (CDRRMC) led an inspection of...
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NIA Apayao turns over completed irrigation projects to irrigators groups
PUDTOL, APAYAO,Philippines – Completed irrigation projects in Apayao will now be operated and maintained by the irrigators’ associations (IA) after the mass turnover and acceptance ceremony held in Barangay Emilia of this municipality, on August 6. The ceremony was led by NIA-CAR Regional Manager Ronilio M. Cervantes, Pudtol officials...
Region 1
Pangasinan assesses P117-M damage after habagat, TS Maymay
By Elsha Marie S. Arguel LINGAYEN, Pangasinan, Philippines — More than 25,000 families in Pangasinan were affected by the enhanced southwest monsoon (habagat) intensified by Tropical Storm Maymay (international name: Kujira), prompting local authorities to activate disaster response measures that helped protect communities despite widespread flooding and infrastructure damage. The Provincial...
Region 2
NV Rep. Cayton seeks higher income tax exemption threshold
More than three million Filipino workers could receive additional tax relief under a bill filed in the House of Representatives that seeks to raise the annual tax-exempt income threshold from ₱250,000 to ₱350,000, allowing qualified employees to keep a larger share of their earnings amid rising living costs. Nueva Vizcaya...
Region 3
Potential investments expected in Subic Freeport following visit of Thai biz delegation
SUBIC BAY FREEPORT, Philippines – A delegation of Thai business leaders, led by Her Excellency Makawadee Sumitmor, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Thailand to the Philippines, recently visited Subic Bay Freeport (SBF) to explore promising investment opportunities in this strategic economic zone. The delegation was warmly received by Eduardo Jose...
Region 4 (a-b)
DOST brings science, technology celebration closer to MIMAROPA communities
By Joshua Sugay CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro,Philippines — More residents across MIMAROPA will gain access to science, technology, and innovation as the Department of Science and Technology (DOST)-MIMAROPA brings the 2026 Regional Science, Technology and Innovation Week (RSTW) to all island provinces for the first time from August 17...
REGION 5
President Marcos wants all waterways in Naga City dredged — DPWH chief
By Ana-liza Macatangay and Ernie Delgado DPWH Secretary Vince Dizon and Naga City Mayor Leni Robredo speak with a resident during their inspection of the dredging operations at Sagop Creek on August 6, 2026. (Image from DPWH) LEGAZPI CITY, Philippines — Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon on Thursday said President...
NCR
SSS, BIR strengthen interagency cooperation through landmark partnership
QUEZON CITY, Philippines – The Social Security System (SSS) and the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) on Friday formalized a landmark partnership to strengthen compliance with tax and social security laws, enhance data sharing, and improve public service delivery. The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), signed by SSS President and Chief...
VIS-MIN
Aboitiz Renewables expands in Negros Occidental with new solar and battery project
Aboitiz Renewables, Inc., the renewable energy arm of Aboitiz Power Corporation (AboitizPower), is set to increase its solar power capacity in Negros Occidental to a total of 471-megawatt peak (MWp) once the 239-MWp Luna Solar Power Plant in Barangay Luna, Cadiz City is energized. The project, which broke ground late...
Sports
Baguio reiterates no registration fees for Batang Pinoy tryouts
BAGUIO CITY, Philippines – The city government through the City Administrator’s Office has reiterated that no registration fees will be collected from athletes in the tryouts for the 2026 Batang Pinoy Games. City Administrator Vittorio Jerico Cawis said there had been a proposal to revive registration fees for the pre-qualifying...
LIFESTYLE
A DREAM Fulfilled: Marie’s JOURNEY from 4Ps Beneficiary to Licensed Teacher
For many, passing the board exam is a dream that takes years of hard work. For Marie L. Pagedped that dream became possible through determination, the support of her family, and the help of the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps). At 23, Marie from Camatagan, Sabangan, Mountain Province, proudly carries...
Business
UnionBank Brings Apple Pay to its Customers in the Philippines
An easier and more secure way to pay with iPhone, Apple Watch, iPad, and Mac Manila, Philippines — Union Bank of the Philippines (UnionBank) today brings Apple Pay to its cardholders in the Philippines. Apple Pay is an easy, secure, and private way to pay in-store, in-app, and online...
Environment
AboitizPower and South Korean firm sign MOU to explore nuclear energy cooperation in the Philippines
Aboitiz Power Corporation (AboitizPower) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power Co., Ltd. (KHNP) at KHNP headquarters in Gyeongju, South Korea on July 31 to explore cooperation on nuclear energy technologies and their potential applicability in the Philippines. The ceremony was attended by AboitizPower Chief...
