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Baguio City’s Arboretum to open on October 19
BAGUIO CITY, Philippines – An innovative environmental attraction is...
Baguio City remains as top tourism in the Cordillera
BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — The Summer Capital of the Philippines...
Magalong receives Rajah Sulayman Award for Governance, Public Service
BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — Mayor Benjamin Magalong has been honored...
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Cebu Pacific Welcomes 15th Airbus A330neo
Cebu Pacific (PSE: CEB), the Philippines’ leading carrier, today took...
Cagayan Valley hospitals commit to ‘Safe Care for Life’ at patient safety summit
By Merlito G. Edale, Jr. CITY OF ILAGAN, Isabela,...
Kalinga economy grows 4.9% in 2025 as agriculture rebounds
By Iryll O. Sicnao TABUK CITY, Kalinga, Philippines —...
Baguio City
Baguio City’s Arboretum to open on October 19
BAGUIO CITY, Philippines – An innovative environmental attraction is set to open on October 19 to the public, especially tourists, the Arboretum Park, located just next to the Botanical Garden, Baguio City. According to Rhenan Diwas, chief of the City Environment and Parks Management Office (CEPMO), the Arboretum is...
Baguio City remains as top tourism in the Cordillera
BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — The Summer Capital of the Philippines became the top tourist destination for tourists for the year 2025, where approximately 1,156,884 million overnight arrivals have been recorded—this is according to the 2025 Annual Report of the Department of Tourism Cordillera (DOT-CAR). Followed by Sagada, Mountain Province, with...
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Kalinga economy grows 4.9% in 2025 as agriculture rebounds
By Iryll O. Sicnao TABUK CITY, Kalinga, Philippines — The economy of Kalinga grew by 4.9 percent in 2025—the third fastest in the Cordillera region after Baguio City and Ifugao, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA). The province’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) last year was estimated at P31.40 billion...
Region 1
PhilRice showcases technologies to enhance farmers’ El Niño resilience
By Caren Grace R. Cabanayan-Carbonell and Danica Veraño BATAC CITY, Ilocos Norte, Philippines — The Department of Agriculture-Philippine Rice Research Institute (DA-PhilRice) showcased climate-smart technologies, improved rice varieties, and agricultural machinery that can help farmers manage water, reduce production costs, and sustain rice production amid El Niño during the...
Region 2
Cagayan Valley hospitals commit to ‘Safe Care for Life’ at patient safety summit
By Merlito G. Edale, Jr. CITY OF ILAGAN, Isabela, Philippines — Healthcare leaders from public and private hospitals across Cagayan Valley have renewed their commitment to making patient safety an everyday practice, rather than limiting it to compliance requirements, during the 3rd Patient Safety Summit held in Santiago City...
Region 3
PBBM’s Bawat Bayan Makikinabang rice aid reaches Tarlac City
By Ara Jamica R. Reparejo TARLAC CITY (PIA) — Residents of three barangays in Tarlac City benefited from President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s Bawat Bayan Makikinabang rice subsidy, with the Provincial Government of Tarlac and the City Government of Tarlac distributing 10 kilograms of rice to each qualified beneficiary....
Region 4 (a-b)
Project Angel Tree in Quezon launched
By Danny Estacio LUCENA CITY, Quezon, Philippines —The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), the Quezon Tripartite Industrial Peace Council (QPITIPC), and partner agencies supported child labor victims through the Project Angel Tree in Quezon Province. The initiative was held on September 23, 2026, to celebrate the seventh anniversary...
REGION 5
Robredo urges Nagueños to conserve water
NAGA CITY. Philippines — Mayor Maria Leonor “Leni” Robredo has appealed to Nagueños to conserve water as the city government intensifies its information and education campaign in preparation for the expected impact of El Niño. Robredo said the city government is using its social media platforms and conducting forums in...
NCR
Cebu Pacific Welcomes 15th Airbus A330neo
Cebu Pacific (PSE: CEB), the Philippines’ leading carrier, today took delivery of its 15th Airbus A330neo aircraft, further strengthening its position as the largest A330neo operator in Asia and bringing more newer-generation aircraft to its fleet. The aircraft arrived in Manila from Airbus’ facility in Toulouse, France on October 10,...
VIS-MIN
Optum Philippines Expands Presence in Cebu with new regional hub
CEBU, Philippines — Optum Philippines, one of the leading healthcare global capability centers (GCC) in the Philippines, officially inaugurated its new offices in the heart of Cebu IT Park. Part of UnitedHealth Group, the organization demonstrated its strong commitment to recognizing, nurturing, and growing talent, strengthening Cebu’s strategic position as...
Sports
Baguio City honors Trail Champion
BAGUIO CITY, Philip[pines — The city government of Baguio congratulates Elizabeth Dangadang for winning the gold medal and successfully defending her Southeast Asian women’s long trail title at the 2026 Southeast Asian Trail Running Cup in Cianjur, West Java, Indonesia. Resolution No. 702, Series of 2026 recognizes her achievement as...
LIFESTYLE
A promise kept in less than 24 hours: How a brother’s love continued to care for his family
A promise fulfilled in record time. The Benedicto family was deeply moved when their insurance claim with BDO Life was approved on the same day, easing a heavy burden during a difficult time. Whenever families face insurance claims, they often expect complicated paperwork, delays, and frustration. But for Jhun Benedicto’s...
Business
UnionBank Wealth Unlocked: Building Enduring Wealth Through Growth, Protection and Preparation
UnionBank Wealth brings together global and local perspectives to help clients make informed decisions across generations. As investors navigate shifting global markets, rising healthcare costs, and the challenge of preserving wealth across generations, access to informed and diversified financial strategies has become increasingly important. Through its latest “Next in Wealth:...
Environment
AboitizPower lauded for exemplary contribution to ASEAN energy sector
Aboitiz Power Corporation (AboitizPower) was among the organizations commended by the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) for its exemplary contribution to the region’s energy sector, particularly on its cooperation on nuclear energy technologies, information sharing, and capacity building. To recall, AboitizPower signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Korea Hydro...
