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A dedicated collection of posts focusing on the Philippines. This category covers news, events, and stories of national interest that span the entire archipelago, from Luzon to Visayas and Mindanao.
In a significant milestone for both local industry and the global clean energy movement, nickel laterite ore extracted from Mati City, Davao Oriental has officially entered the worldwide supply chain for electric vehicle (EV) batteries — putting this Mindanao city on the map as a contributor to the planet's decarbonization efforts. Hallmark Mining Corporation (HMC),…
Mati City, the capital of Davao Oriental in Mindanao, is on the brink of a major transformation as its long-dormant airport moves closer to handling commercial flights — a development that could reshape the economic landscape of the entire province. The Mati Airport Development Project received a massive ₱700-million allocation under the Department of Transportation's…
The Quezon City Government has established the City Heat Action Team (QC-HAT) to mitigate the growing impact of extreme heat on residents, particularly vulnerable sectors. Mayor Joy Belmonte announced the creation of the dedicated team on June 3, 2026, alongside the designation of chief heat action officers across the city. Recognizing extreme heat as a…
The Quezon City government has officially approved a record-breaking P43.3 billion budget for 2026, cementing its position as the top-spending local government unit in the Philippines. The budget, enacted under Ordinance No. SP-3465, S-2025 by the Quezon City Council, reflects a 6.65 percent increase from last years P40.6 billion appropriation. Mayor Joy Belmonte announced the…
Adventure seekers in Digos City and across the Davao Region have a thrilling reason to get excited. A new giant swing attraction at Camp Sabros in Barangay Kapatagan is nearing completion, with workers putting the final touches on what promises to be a major addition to the popular mountain resort located on the foothills of…
The City Development Council (CDC) of Digos City convened on April 22, 2026, for a significant regular meeting focused on priority programs and projects for the year ahead. Among the key agenda items was the realignment of the 20% Local Government Development Fund, a critical pool of resources that shapes how the city invests in…
Gibraltar is gearing up for another action-packed summer as the Summer Sports and Leisure Programme 2026 prepares to kick off on July 6th, running through to August 28th. Organized by Gibraltar Cultural Services (GCS), the programme offers children and young people across the territory a wide range of sport, leisure, and learning activities designed to…
Gibraltar is combining two of summer greatest pleasures — sun, sand, and a good book — with the launch of Mini Libraries at the Beaches, a charming new initiative rolling out across the Rock coastline this summer. Launched on June 5th, 2026 by Gibraltar Cultural Services (GCS) on behalf of the Ministry of Culture, the…