Category: FEATURE
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DOST Ilocos Region Deepens its Advocacy for a VAW-Free Philippines Through “ Orange your Icon” Event
Moving the region closer to a truly VAW-free community, the Department of Science and Technology Ilocos Region (DOST Ilocos Region) once again showed its strong and continued support for the nationwide advocacy to End Violence Against Women (VAW) as it joined the Department of Tourism Region 1 for this year’s “Orange Your Icon” activity under…
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Recto: Human security must be central to national security
Executive Secretary Ralph G. Recto has underscored that human security must be central to the Philippines’ national security, saying that real security lies in safeguarding everything that allows Filipino families to live with dignity and hope. In his speech at National Security Summit 2025, Executive Secretary Recto said national security must be defined by the…
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From bonus to savings: 7 habits to make the most of your year-end reward
The “ber” months in the Philippines mark the longest Christmas celebration in the world. Jose Mari Chan memes start filling up social media feeds and “Christmas in Our Hearts” is back on rotation in the airwaves. But as the holidays inch closer and excitement builds, another familiar tune starts to take over. Officemates often happily…
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Weavers Manifesto cries for respect, support for Philippine weaves, denounces machine replicas, printed substitutes
The growing popularity of traditional handloom-woven textiles has placed Filipino weavers at a critical crossroads. Their designs, heritage, and livelihoods are increasingly threatened not only by printed and machine-made replicas but also by unfair market access, lack of intellectual property protection, and limited recognition of their rights as artists, cultural bearers, and workers. While counterfeit…
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Filipino cyclists from PH, abroad conquer DRT’s mountainous trails in Lakbike Festival Teban 7
CITY OF MALOLOS — Nearly 300 racers across the country and from abroad convened for another adrenaline-fueled installment of Lakbike Turismo: Lakbike Festival Teban 7 – Enduro Race, a premier downhill competition held last Sunday, December 7, on the rugged trails of Doña Remedios Trinidad, Bulacan, sealing the town’s reputation as one of the adventure and…
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Voices That Cannot Be Silenced: PAPI’s Stand Against Fake News and Corruption
BALIWAG, Bulacan — Long before the speeches began and the applause filled the halls, a quiet realization settled over the delegates of the 29th National Press Congress: In an age drowning in misinformation, their calling has never been more vital. Held on December 3–4, 2025 at The Greenery in Baliwag, Bulacan, this year’s gathering of…
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DOST Region 2 Champions Youth Engagement and Gender Advocacy in VAWC Campaign Event
As part of the nationwide 18-Day Campaign to End Violence Against Women and Children (VAWC), the Department of Science and Technology Region 02 successfully conducted its advocacy program “Mentoring Change: MOVE Forward to End Violence Against Women” on December 4, 2025, at the DOST R02 Conference Room. The event gathered a diverse audience—including representatives from…
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Bulacan Photo Release: REVISED BULACAN TOURISM CODE
REVISED BULACAN TOURISM CODE. Governor Daniel R. Fernando and Vice Gov. Alexis C. Castro present an enlarged copy of the Provincial Ordinance No. 126-2025 or “An ordinance revising the Provincial Ordinance No. 2012-04, establishing the Tourism Code of Bulacan” to the attendees of the Monday Flag Ceremony held at the Bulacan Capitol Gymnasium, City of…
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Bulacan Photo Release: PRIME-HRM ACCREDITATION AWARD
PRIME-HRM ACCREDITATION AWARD. Governor Daniel R. Fernando and Vice Gov. Alexis C. Castro hold the plaque of accreditation of the Provincial Government of Bulacan during the Monday Flag Ceremony at the Bulacan Capitol Gymnasium, City of Malolos, Bulacan yesterday, for having managed and implemented its process-defined Recruitment, Selection, Placement, and Performance Management systems under the…
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Ilocos Region’s Young Achievers Shine at the 2025 YES Awards
168 young Filipino achievers from the Ilocos Region took center stage at the Youth Excellence in Science (YES) Awards, held at the Dap-Ayan Roof Deck in Laoag City, Ilocos Norte on November 19, 2025. The ceremony was conducted as part of the 2025 National Science, Technology, and Innovation Week (NSTW) celebration, which carries the theme…