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Once devastated by Super Typhoon Odette, a small elementary school in Siargao Island is now experiencing a transformation, thanks to its first internet connection. Cabawa Elementary School (CES), tucked away in the remote barangay of Cabawa in Dapa, Surigao del Norte, went online for the first time in May through the Department of Information and Communications Technology’s (DICT) “Free Wi-Fi …

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) and the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) have joined forces with Grab Philippines and Megaworld to explore the use of drones for urban deliveries, marking a significant step toward integrating unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) into the country’s transport and logistics system. In a statement released recently, Grab announced the signing of a memorandum …

The 2025 ASUS Vivobook S16 (Snapdragon X variant) is a productivity-focused laptop built for people on the go, offering excellent battery life, reliable performance, and portability at a competitive price. Powered by a 70wHr battery, it delivers up to 32 hours of use, easily lasting a full workday even with its 16-inch 2.5K 144Hz display. It also supports 65W USB-PD …

An environmental group has thrown its support behind the Department of Health (DOH) for issuing a public advisory cautioning against the use of mercury in traditional healing practices believed to counteract witchcraft. In a statement, the EcoWaste Coalition said the advisory came after their appeal for immediate action from the DOH, as misleading claims circulate on e-commerce platforms and social …

The Department of Health (DOH) has joined forces with the country’s first Anti-Vape and Anti-Tobacco Student Council, underscoring a stronger push to protect young Filipinos from the harmful effects of smoking and vaping. In a news release last week, the DOH said the council is composed of young advocates from Eusebio High School in Pasig City, where it held a …

The Research Institute for Tropical Medicine (RITM) was recognized with the Silver Trailblazer Award during the 2025 Public Governance Forum of the Institute for Solidarity in Asia (ISA), held on June 24, 2025, at Novotel Manila Araneta City, Quezon City.  The award was conferred following the successful conduct of its Performance Governance System (PGS) Initiation Stage Revalida. “To stay true …

The National Nutrition Council in Bicol (NNC-5) has called on newly elected local chief executives in the region to put health and nutrition at the forefront of their governance agendas. Director Emerenciana Francia, NNC-5 Officer-in-Charge, said local leaders play a vital role in strengthening programs that tackle malnutrition. “As local chief executives, you will chair our local nutrition committees, whether …

The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) has disbursed nearly P27 billion for more than two million hemodialysis claims in the first six months of 2025—an amount already close to the P28 billion it paid out for the entire year of 2024. PhilHealth Health Policy Sector Senior Vice President Israel Francis Pargas said the sharp increase is a sign of growing …

The local government unit of Bataan, through the initiatives of Bataan Gov. Joet Garcia, Rep. Abet Garcia and PCEDO Bataan asst. department head Raymund Macomis, have officially expressed its full support for the ongoing activities of Xpress, the country’s rapidly expanding ride-hailing service, as it gears up for the launch of its 4-wheel Transport Network Vehicle Service (TNVS) electric vehicle …

Evro, the pioneering and largest e-mobility service provider in the country, has introduced the station finder feature in its app that aims to make electric vehicle charging easier and more accessible across the Philippines. The new feature offers a seamless map view of over 240 Department of Energy- registered public charging stations nationwide and helps users address range anxiety and …