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Reliable and clean water supply, along with effective wastewater services, are essential to the success of investment hubs in the Philippines.  These critical services not only ensure the operational efficiency of businesses but also attract investors, support environmental sustainability, and enhance the quality of life for residents, tourists, workers, and operators. In the Clark Freeport Zone (CFZ) in Pampanga, a …

ALPAS Pinas, a non-stock, non-profit organization advocating for clean, cheap, and reliable energy, led an insightful discussion on the role of nuclear energy in the Philippines’ future at an event hosted by the University of Santo Tomas Senior High School (UST-SHS) Humanities and Social Sciences (HUMSS) Faculty.  Addressing the students, Alpas Pinas emphasized how nuclear energy can provide a reliable …

The Philippine Postal Corporation (PHLPost) and the Department of Agriculture (DA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to officially launch the Kadiwa ng Pangulo initiative  last April 2 at the Apacible Conference Hall, DA Head Office in Quezon City. The signing ceremony was graced by key officials from both agencies, including Luis D. Carlos, Postmaster General and CEO of PHLPost, …

House Secretary-General Reginald Velasco on Friday denounced the use of a counterfeit “8” protocol plate that appeared in a viral traffic altercation video, stressing that such misuse is a punishable offense under the law. Velasco emphasized that protocol plates bearing the number “8” are strictly for official use by members of the House of Representatives and should not be displayed …

The Office of Civil Defense (OCD) announced last week it would work with the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) to ensure local government units enforce stricter building permit regulations to brace for deadly quakes. “We have the opportunity to engage in dialogue with them, possibly urging them to issue reminders to our local government units, especially the …

The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has formed a design and build committee and a technical working group to do the preparations for the tender of the P27-billion Philippine International Exhibition Center (PIEC) project. DPWH Secretary Manuel Bonoan said the two groups would assist the special bids and awards committee (SBAC) in undertaking the procurement or selection of …

The Philippine Navy (PN) is preparing for the possible occupation of the Grande and Chiquita Islands once these are declared as military reservations. “The thrust right now of the PN is to prepare for eventual occupation or preparation of the land that will be awarded through a presidential proclamation declaring Grande Island (and) Chiquita Island as military reservations,” PN spokesperson …

A Madrid-based multinational corporation focused on infrastructure and renewable energy has begun its construction for Contract Package 2 of the South Commuter Railways Project (SCRP) last week. Acciona, the multinational company has partnered with DM Consunji Inc for the said project.  Acciona, which has a strong track record in railway projects, including the 160-kilometer Madrid–Seville High-Speed Rail Line, is bringing …

Transport Secretary Vince Dizon has ordered the expansion of Siargao Airport, the Department of Transportation (DOTr) announced last week. According to the agency, Dizon expressed frustration over the airport’s congestion during his recent inspection, saying that the facility was too cramped for travelers. “Tututukan natin ang expansion at pagpapaganda ng Siargao Airport bilang isang international gateway na nagpapakita ng lumalaking …

Education Secretary Sonny Angara on Friday called on the Quezon City Police District (QCPD) to assist in addressing a bullying incident at Bagong Silangan High School after a viral video showed a female student being assaulted by several classmates inside a classroom. In a letter to QCPD Director Brig. Gen. Melecio Buslig Jr., Angara underscored the need for professional handling …