Category: FEATURE
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PDIC meets full year target, files 46 closed bank asset distribution plans to accelerate payout of creditors’ claims
The Philippine Deposit Insurance Corporation (PDIC) has completed the filing of 46 asset distribution plans (ADPs) with various liquidation courts nationwide for 2025, achieving its full-year target and accelerating the release of payments to creditors of closed banks. The filings include 20 final ADPs and 26 partial ADPs, each representing a concrete step toward court-approved…
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PDIC meets full year target, files 46 closed bank asset distribution plans to accelerate payout of creditors’ claims
The Philippine Deposit Insurance Corporation (PDIC) has completed the filing of 46 asset distribution plans (ADPs) with various liquidation courts nationwide for 2025, achieving its full-year target and accelerating the release of payments to creditors of closed banks. The filings include 20 final ADPs and 26 partial ADPs, each representing a concrete step toward court-approved…
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DOST urges PH researchers toward responsive, cross-sector research
The Department of Science and Technology urged the Filipino research community to commit to a cross-sectoral, ethical, and responsive approach to accelerate national progress during the Annual Scientific Conference and 93rd General Membership Assembly of the National Research Council of the Philippines (DOST-NRCP) held at the Philippine International Convention Center, Pasay City, last March 13,…
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DOST SOCCSKSARGEN Joins Preparatory Meeting for NSTW 2026
As the next host of the National Science and Technology Week 2026, the Department of Science and Technology SOCCSKSARGEN joined the preparatory meeting held on March 6, 2026 at the DOST Main Building, Bicutan, Taguig City. The meeting was led by Undersecretary for Regional Operations Engr. Sancho A. Mabborang and Host Region Regional Director Engr.…
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BMC, binuksan ang Women and Children Protection Unit nito
LUNGSOD NG MALOLOS – Kasabay ng pagdiriwang ng Pambansang Buwan ng Kababaihan, pormal na binuksan ng Pamahalaang Panlalawigan ng Bulacan ang Women and Children Protection Unit sa Bulacan Medical Center noong Marso 11. Hangad ng bagong tayong pasilidad na makapagbigay ng specialized medical care, psychological support, at coordinated social services sa kababaihan at mga batang…
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New wellness hub to serve 500,000 Filipino seafarers with public-private support
Photo: Serbisyong may puso. OWWA Administrator Patricia Yvonne “PY” Caunan welcomes seafarers and their families during the grand launch of Seafarers’ Welfare Center. More than 500,000 Filipino seafarers help keep the global maritime industry moving. Now, a new Seafarers’ Wellness Center aims to ensure they and their families are supported beyond the deck. Led by the Overseas…
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GOV. AGLIPAY THANKS DOST FOR INNOVATIONS PROVIDING OPPORTUNITIES TO CAGAYANOS
Governor Edgar Aglipay expressed his heartfelt gratitude to the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) for the innovative technologies it continues to promote to improve the lives of Cagayanos. Governor Aglipay conveyed his appreciation during the visit and attendance of DOST Secretary Renato Solidum at the opening of the Cagayan Innovation Hub (IHub) and the…
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Sun Drying Innovation Gains Ground at 2026 National Summit
The 2026 National Sun Drying Tray Summit and Presentation of Accomplishments gathered science leaders, regional implementers, and technology partners from February 24 to 26 at La Breza Hotel in Quezon City. The three day event brought together representatives from all regional offices of the Department of Science and Technology, the National Research Council of the…
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PDIC distributes new seals of protection, issues guidelines on display requirements to promote public awareness
The Philippine Deposit Insurance Corporation (PDIC) has formally advised all banks that the new PDIC decals and standees must be prominently displayed in all head offices and branches nationwide beginning April 15, 2026, a directive that reinforces banks’ continuing responsibility to clearly inform depositors of the protection afforded to their hard-earned savings under the national…
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DOST Ilocos Region Booth Wins Grand Prize at Agri-Tourism and Community Fair
The Department of Science and Technology Ilocos Region (DOST Ilocos Region) was recognized as 𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐖𝐈𝐍𝐍𝐄𝐑 – 𝐁𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐀𝐠𝐫𝐢-𝐓𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐦 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐭𝐡 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 during the Agri-Tourism and Community Fair held from March 6–10, 2026, in celebration of the 𝟐𝟖𝐭𝐡 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐚𝐧 𝐅𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐨, 𝐋𝐚 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐧. The DOST Ilocos Region booth showcased various…