MANILA (October 24) — The Department of Education (DepEd) has declared a four-day “wellness break” for public schools nationwide from October 27 to 30 to give teachers and students time to rest from recent disasters and a rise in flu-like illnesses. Education Secretary Sonny Angara said the move came after appeals from teachers and learners coping with the strain of … [Read more...] about DepEd declares four-day ‘wellness break’ for teachers, students
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Teen pregnancy spike prompts urgent calls for stronger SRH policies, public investment
MANILA (October 14) — Advocates are pressing government leaders to scale up investments in sexual and reproductive health (SRH) services as adolescent pregnancies rise in the Philippines, underscoring gaps in access, education, and protection for vulnerable groups. Data from the Civil Registration and Vital Statistics show births among girls aged 10 to 14 jumped from 2,411 … [Read more...] about Teen pregnancy spike prompts urgent calls for stronger SRH policies, public investment
MinDA’s 2026 budget up 36%, defying reports of funding cuts
DAVAO CITY (October 13) --- The Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) is set to receive a significant budgetary boost for Fiscal Year 2026 — a 36% increase under the Marcos administration — signaling a renewed national commitment to Mindanao’s long-term growth and stability. Data from the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) show that ₱363.409 million has been … [Read more...] about MinDA’s 2026 budget up 36%, defying reports of funding cuts
Iligan City boosts disaster response with new ambulance, upgraded gear
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY (October 10) — The Iligan City Government is ramping up its disaster preparedness with new equipment and modernization programs aimed at strengthening emergency response. On Wednesday, Mayor Frederick Siao led the turnover of a ₱1.5-million Type 1 ambulance to the Bureau of Fire Protection – Iligan City Fire Station to boost its emergency … [Read more...] about Iligan City boosts disaster response with new ambulance, upgraded gear
Elderly Filipinos in Davao get a boost through NCSC caravan
DAVAO CITY (October 9) — Senior citizens here received a warm tribute and easier access to government services as the National Commission of Senior Citizens (NCSC) Regional Office 11 rolled out its “Serbisyo Caravan” for the 2025 Elderly Filipino Week. The event, held in partnership with the City Government of Davao, Office of Senior Citizens Affairs (OSCA), and City Health … [Read more...] about Elderly Filipinos in Davao get a boost through NCSC caravan
