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DAP brings BAGANI to Baguio; Mayor Magalong backs drive for youth in governance
BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — The Development Academy of the Philippines...
Baguio destroys 5M worth confiscated vape and tobacco products
BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — The Smoke-Free Task Force of the...
Rainwater harvesting facility project at Buyog Watershed to boost water security
By Aileen P. Refuerzo BAGUIO CITY, Philippines – The...
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Mayor Cuaresma leads townโs first LGBTQ+commitment ceremony
By Rachel Magday BAMBANG, Nueva Vizcaya, Philippines — In...
Hot air balloon fiesta brings 30,000 together, showcasing New Clark City as hub for community and tourism
CAPAS, Tarlac , Philippines — Close to 30,000 people from...
Baguio City
DAP brings BAGANI to Baguio; Mayor Magalong backs drive for youth in governance
BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — The Development Academy of the Philippines (DAP) brings its nationwide caravan to the Summer Capital to launch BAGANI: Rising Leaders Development Program, and engages young Cordilleran leaders, highlighting the Academy’s commitment to increasing diverse representation in the governance landscape. The BAGANI team officially introduces the program...
Baguio destroys 5M worth confiscated vape and tobacco products
BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — The Smoke-Free Task Force of the City Health Services Office (CHSO) in Baguio City conducted a Ceremonial Destruction and Disposal of confiscated cigarettes and vapes on February 13, 2026 at Malcolm Square, with the theme “Unwanted 2026: Love Your Lungs, Heart, and Brain”. The destroyed items...
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Freeing farmers from land dependency and debt
KALINGA, Philippines — The Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR)-Kalinga awards 390 land titles benefitting 490 farmers from Tabuk City, Pasil, and Tinglayan, in a ceremony today, Feb. 17, 2026 at the Kalinga Sports Center. The agency also conferred Certificates of Condonation and Release of Mortgage to 1,043 farmers from Tabuk...
Region 1
176th Founding Anniversary, kick off in La Union
SAN FERNANDO CITY, La Union, Philippines – Governor Mario Eduardo Ortega led the Agkaysa (Unity) Walk, on February 15, as a signal for the opening of activities in the celebration of the 176th Founding Anniversary of the province of La Union. Bannering the theme “Rikna ti Agkaysa”, the celebration kicked-off...
Region 2
Mayor Cuaresma leads townโs first LGBTQ+commitment ceremony
By Rachel Magday BAMBANG, Nueva Vizcaya, Philippines — In celebration of February as the love month and in a strong show of support for the LGBTQ+ community, Bambang Mayor Benjamin Jamie Cuaresma officiated a commitment ceremony for eight LGBTQ+ couples who have long shared their lives as partners. The...
Region 3
Hot air balloon fiesta brings 30,000 together, showcasing New Clark City as hub for community and tourism
CAPAS, Tarlac , Philippines — Close to 30,000 people from all walks of life and around the globe gathered over three days for the 26th Philippine International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta (PIHABF) in New Clark City, as families, friends, and visitors shared a weekend of flight and celebration. The strong...
Region 4 (a-b)
Gumaca honors hall of fame awards by DHSUD
By Danny Estacio LUCENA CITY, Quezon, Philippines – The Department of Human Settlement and Urban Development region 4A awarded the Gawad Husay sa Pagpaplano (GHP) – Hall of Fame to Gumaca town under the leadership of Mayor Webster Letargo at Quezon Convention Center, this city. Letargo received the awards for...
REGION 5
Kamotan: Hands and Love in Art
By Jason Neola NAGA CITY, Philippines – Naga celebrates National Arts Month through the Karaw Festival, highlighted by the Kamotan Art Exhibit, which brings together the month of love and National Arts Month in one showcase. This year’s exhibit, running from February 10 to 28, is being held at...
NCR
BoC,PDEA,PNP intercept P278-M shabu shipment in MICP
MANILA, Philippines — In one of the largest drug interdictions to date, combined operatives of the Bureau of Customs (BOC), the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA), and the Philippine National Police (PNP), successfully intercepted a shipment of methamphetamine hydrochloride, locally known as shabu, with an estimated value of ₱278,000,000.00, at...
VIS-MIN
Gov.Pam to Athletes: Winning is great, but character is greater
CEBU, Philippines ? Cebu Gov. Pamela Baricuatro reminded young athletes vying for glory in the Cebu Provincial Sports and Cultural Meet 2026 that character, perseverance, and teamwork matter most, as she led the formal opening of the weeklong tournament on Sunday at the Carcar City Sports Center. In her address...
Sports
PUSH THE PACE. TAKE THE CLIMB. CHASE THE PODIUM
APAYAO, Philippines — The Apayao Cycling Challenge II (XC Edition) is set on February 22, in San Gregorio, Luna, featuring a technical cross-country course built for competitive racing. Expect mixed terrain, tight technical sections, and sustained climbs that will test power, control, and endurance. Riders across multiple age categories compete...
LIFESTYLE
The Buri Legacy: Preserving Pangasinanโs Weaving Tradition
LINGAYEN, PANGASINAN, Philippines – In the peaceful village of Salud in the town of Bolinao, a timeless tradition weaves its way into the hearts of the locals. From generation to generation, buri weaving, a craft handed down by ancestors, has now become a way of life. The buri palm leaves...
Business
Globe Business and Confluent form partnership to accelerate Enterprise AI and transform digital experiences in the Philippines
Globe Business forged a landmark alliance with Confluent, the global leader in data streaming, to set a new standard for digital agility and innovation in the Philippines. This collaboration represents a fundamental shift in the nation’s digital economy, moving enterprises beyond the limitations of static, siloed data toward a future...
Environment
Baguio selected as beneficiary of Global Green and Resilient Project
By Aileen P. Refuerzo BAGUIO CITY, Philippines – Baguio City has been chosen as one of the city beneficiaries of the Green and Resilient Cities Project, a global project that aims to “advance integrated and systems-based approaches to enhance biodiversity and promote nature-based solutions and low-carbon urban development.” Mayor...
