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Magalong urges govโt, private sector unity amid economic uncertainty
BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — Mayor Benjamin Magalong underscored the critical...
Baguio hosts annual Regional Travel Fair
BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — The city government of Baguio will...
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DepEd CAR: A home where past, present, and future meet โ Dr. Donato
By Maria Aprila Cruz CORDILLERA, Philippines (PIA) — For...
USTDA Backs New Airport Development in the Philippines
Manila, Philippines – The U.S. Trade and Development Agency is supporting...
Puerto Galera record strong tourist arrival growth in early 2026
PUERTO GALERA, Oriental Mindoro, Philippines — Puerto Galera continues to...
Baguio City
Magalong urges govโt, private sector unity amid economic uncertainty
BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — Mayor Benjamin Magalong underscored the critical role of public-private collaboration during the recent Economic Survival and Growth Briefing here in partnership with the Metropolitan BLISTT (Baguio, La Trinidad, Itogon, Sablan, Tuba and Tublay) Development Authority and the Baguio Business Club. The event highlighted the need for...
BWD calls on public to help protect water supply
Baguio folk told to put up more storage tanks BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — The Baguio Water District (BWD) is urging the public to strengthen water conservation efforts as the water utility intensifies measures to protect and sustain the city’s water supply amid the effects of prolonged dry conditions. BWD...
CAR
DepEd CAR: A home where past, present, and future meet โ Dr. Donato
By Maria Aprila Cruz CORDILLERA, Philippines (PIA) — For 38 years, the Department of Education-Cordillera Administrative Region (DepEd‑CAR) has served not just as an institution delivering quality education; it has become a home where generations of employees remain connected, guided by shared history, values, and vision. This was the...
Region 1
209 farmers, fisherfolk receive aid in La Union
LA UNION, Philippines – Governor Mario Eduardo C. Ortega led the distribution of financial assistance reflecting the continued strengthening and prioritization of the needs of the agricultural sector especially during the calamity-affected period in the province. Elyucano farmers and fisherfolk were filled with hope and gratitude after they personally...
Region 2
DSWD, Nueva Vizcaya government strengthen disaster response
By Ben Moses Ebreo BAYOMBONG, Nueva Vizcaya, Philippines (PIA) — The provincial government of Nueva Vizcaya and the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Cagayan Valley have signed an agreement for the management of a warehouse facility to further strengthen disaster response and mitigation efforts in the province. The agreement...
Region 3
Clarkland features animatronic theme park and outdoor museum
CLARK, Pampanga – Tourists are now flocking to Dinosaurs Island, an interactive, animatronic theme park and outdoor museum located inside Clarkland in the Clark Freeport Zone in Pampanga, Philippines. Designed as an educational adventure for families and students, the park uses life-sized mechanical dinosaurs, sensor-activated movements, and realistic sound...
Region 4 (a-b)
Puerto Galera record strong tourist arrival growth in early 2026
PUERTO GALERA, Oriental Mindoro, Philippines — Puerto Galera continues to demonstrate a strong tourism recovery and sustained growth after the municipality recorded high tourist arrivals during the first four months of 2026. Based on data from the Municipal Tourism Office, nearly 150,000 tourist arrivals were recorded from January to April...
REGION 5
Phivolcs: Albay folk at risk as Mayon volcanic flows increase threat
By Sally A. Altea LEGAZPI CITY, Albay, Philippines (PIA) — The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) issued a warning on Thursday for residents near Mayon Volcano to remain vigilant, as dangerous volcanic flows and lahars may still occur despite the volcano maintaining its current Alert Level 3...
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USTDA Backs New Airport Development in the Philippines
Manila, Philippines – The U.S. Trade and Development Agency is supporting the development of a new international airport in Metro Manila, Philippines, that will strengthen secure transportation links with the United States. USTDA announced funding today for a feasibility study on the proposed Sangley Point International Airport, which would ease congestion...
VIS-MIN
ASEAN Philippines Organizing Council: Filipino Hospitality, Bayanihan Shine in Successful Hosting of 48th ASEAN Summit in Cebu
By PCO The successful hosting of the 48th ASEAN Summit and Related Meetings in Cebu was a powerful demonstration of Filipino hospitality, bayanihan, and whole-of-nation cooperation. The ASEAN 2026 National Organizing Council, Office of the Director-General for Operations (ASEAN NOC-ODGO), as the implementing arm of the National Organizing Council...
Sports
Rehab of Baguio swimming pool, awaiting feasibility study
BAGUIO CITY, Philippines – Mayor Benjamin Magalong assured the plans to rehabilitate the swimming pool at the Baguio City Athletic Bowl, on April 27, 2026, following concerns raised about its condition and usability for athletes. Magalong said funds have already been secured for the pool’s full rehabilitation, with additional support...
LIFESTYLE
Aboitiz Renewables, Aboitiz Foundation train Benguet mothers for remote AI work
BENGUET, Philippines — In many highland communities, mothers begin their day before sunrise—preparing meals, caring for children, and keeping households running. For years, building a career often meant leaving home behind. Aboitiz Renewables, Inc., the renewable energy arm of Aboitiz Power Corporation (AboitizPower), together with Aboitiz Foundation and social impact...
Business
Cebu Pacific named most punctual Philippine Carrier in April 2026
Cebu Pacific (PSE: CEB), the Philippines’ leading airline, ranked as the top Philippine carrier for on-time performance (OTP) and fifth overall among Asia Pacific carriers in April 2026, achieving an 84.98% on-time arrival rate across over 12,000 systemwide flights based on data from London-based aviation analytics firm Cirium. Cirium’s OTP...
Environment
Aboitiz Renewables equips Pangasinan communities to shield homes, livelihoods from El Niรฑo wildfires
As a severe dry spell turns Northern Luzon’s grasslands into tinderboxes, Aboitiz Renewables, Inc., the renewable energy arm of Aboitiz Power Corporation (AboitizPower), is putting fire prevention directly into the hands of the communities most at risk. The initiative, known as Project Kabisig sa Kabundukan, provides half a...
