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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.
General Santos City came alive in February 2026 as residents and visitors gathered for the annual Kalilangan Festival, a week-long celebration that showcases the city’s rich cultural heritage, traditions, and strong sense of community. Held from February 23 to 27, 2026, the festival coincided with the city’s foundation anniversary on February 27 — a date…
The Schools Division Office of Meycauayan City has officially announced the administration of the Rapid Mathematics Assessment for Key Stages 1 to 3 for School Year 2026-2027, pursuant to Schools Division Memorandum No. 203, s. 2026. This initiative underscores the citys commitment to strengthening foundational numeracy skills among public school students from elementary through junior…
In a major environmental milestone for Bulacan, The Ocean Cleanup has officially deployed its first Interceptor barrier in the Meycauayan River, marking the organizations first on-the-ground rollout in the Manila Bay region. The Dutch nonprofit, founded by Boyan Slat, announced that the Interceptor became operational in June 2026. The solar-powered barrier is designed to capture…
The City of Imus held its National Flag Day celebration at the Dambana ng Pambansang Watawat in Imus Heritage Park on June 11, 2026, as part of the broader commemoration of the 128th anniversary of the Battle of Alapan and the first unfurling of the Philippine flag. The event was led by the Office of…
The City Government of Imus, under the leadership of Mayor Alex Advincula, has distributed free bags and school supplies to 15,000 public school students across the city. The initiative, launched in June 2026, aims to ease the financial burden on parents as the new school year approaches. Students from elementary and secondary public schools in…
SM Prime Holdings, one of the Philippines largest retail and property conglomerates, has extended assistance to families affected by the devastating magnitude 7.8 earthquake that struck General Santos City and surrounding areas in Mindanao on June 8, 2026. The aid initiative is part of the companys broader disaster response program aimed at supporting communities impacted…
More than a week after a powerful magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck General Santos City and surrounding areas in Mindanao, thousands of residents remain displaced, seeking refuge in makeshift shelters across the city. The quake, which hit on June 8, 2026, left widespread structural damage and forced families out of their homes as aftershocks continued to…
The Department of Education (DepEd), in partnership with the Office of the President, has launched a nationwide program that will provide free school bags, school supplies, and age-appropriate storybooks to millions of young learners as part of efforts to improve literacy among Filipino children. A Nationwide Initiative The initiative, launched simultaneously across Luzon, Visayas, and…