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Young Single Moms Get Shot at Better Jobs Through Livelihood Program

FrontpagePH — Wed, 04 Nov 2026 06:50:50 +0000

Thirty young single mothers are getting an opportunity to build careers and achieve financial independence through a two-year program offering vocational training, financial education, and hands-on work experience. The initiative, called MoveNow: Empowering Young Single Moms, Shaping Futures, is being implemented by Allianz PNB Life in partnership with child-rights organization

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DENR Ramps Up Wetland, River Restoration Amid Super El Niño

FrontpagePH — Thu, 29 Oct 2026 07:07:20 +0000

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) is intensifying the restoration of wetlands, rivers, and coastal ecosystems nationwide to help communities cope with extreme heat, water shortages, and environmental damage associated with the Super El Niño. Environment Secretary Juan Miguel “Mitch” Cuna said restoring these natural ecosystems is crucial

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DA Pushes Farm Exports, Cracks Down on Ghost Roads

FrontpagePH — Thu, 29 Oct 2026 06:58:40 +0000

The Department of Agriculture (DA) is stepping up efforts to boost Philippine agricultural exports while tightening oversight of farm infrastructure projects, as the government seeks to improve farmers’ incomes, expand market access, and strengthen the country’s food supply. The Philippines generated US$17.5 million in export sales and sales projections at

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Over 17,000 PCG Personnel Deployed, Ramps Up Vessel Inspections for Undas 2026

FrontpagePH — Wed, 28 Oct 2026 08:00:22 +0000

The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) is stepping up vessel inspections and deploying 17,000 personnel nationwide as up to two million passengers are expected to travel by sea during the Undas 2026 observance. The heightened safety measures will cover the anticipated surge in maritime passengers from October 29 to November 3,

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Three Filipinos Stopped from Going to Malaysia Over Suspected Illegal Recruitment

FrontpagePH — Wed, 28 Oct 2026 07:45:01 +0000

Three Filipinos suspected of being potential human trafficking victims were prevented from leaving the country after immigration officers uncovered irregularities in their travel documents and employment arrangements. The Bureau of Immigration (BI) said the passengers were intercepted at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 3 while preparing to board

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Stronger Global Partnerships Urged Amid Economic Uncertainty

FrontpagePH — Wed, 28 Oct 2026 07:24:22 +0000

HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam — Department of Economy, Planning, and Development (DEPDev) Secretary Arsenio Balisacan has called for stronger international cooperation and economic integration as countries grapple with geopolitical tensions, trade disruptions, and global uncertainty. Speaking at the 2026 Autumn Economic Forum held recently in this city, Balisacan warned

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PH, Czech Republic Explore Joint Efforts to Protect Endangered Philippine Eagle

FrontpagePH — Mon, 26 Oct 2026 09:44:05 +0000

The Philippines is seeking stronger cooperation with the Czech Republic to protect the critically endangered Philippine eagle, focusing on measures to prevent power line electrocution, improve wildlife breeding programs, and strengthen conservation research. The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), together with the Philippine Eagle Foundation (PEF), identified several

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Petitioners ask Supreme Court to bar government from nationwide platform blocking

Bob Reyes — Sun, 04 Oct 2026 05:54:41 +0000

Five petitioners have asked the Supreme Court to strike down the government’s nationwide blocking of Discord in September and permanently prohibit authorities from unilaterally imposing similar restrictions on websites and social networking platforms. Carlo Ople, founder of Creators Against Corruption; businessman and technologist Eliezer “Eli” Rabadon; startup founder and Y

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LPG prices to jump by P18/kg in October

JG Tumbado — Sat, 03 Oct 2026 09:13:15 +0000

LPG prices are set to climb by a total of P18 per kilogram this October, with industry players attributing the increase to higher contract and freight costs linked to tensions in the Middle East. The adjustment will be implemented in three stages. LPG Marketers Association founder Arnel Ty said the

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Hospital Marks 50 Years With New Technologies, Global Standards

Rory Visco — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 09:27:49 +0000

As Perpetual Help Medical Center–Las Piñas (PHMC-LP) marks its 50th anniversary, the institution is highlighting five decades of growth from a small community clinic into a tertiary medical center serving patients across southern Metro Manila. The anniversary comes alongside a major recognition for its founder and chief executive, Dr./BGen. Antonio

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