Category: PROVINCIAL
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BDO launches sixth ASEAN Sustainability Bonds issue
BDO Unibank, Inc. (“BDO” or the “Bank”) is set to issue Peso-denominated Fixed-Rate Sustainability Bonds with a minimum aggregate issue size of PHP5 billion (the “Bonds”). This marks the Bank’s second Sustainability Bond this year following a PHP 100 billion issue in January 2026. In aggregate, BDO has raised PHP 386.7 billion in Sustainability Bonds…
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𝐏𝐎𝐑𝐓𝐀𝐒𝐎𝐋 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 𝐄𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬 𝐂𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐧𝐞𝐫, 𝐅𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐃𝐫𝐲𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐨 𝐂𝐚𝐜𝐚𝐨 𝐅𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐬
Traditional open-sun drying leaves hardworking farmers at the mercy of unpredictable weather, leading to high post-harvest losses and lower market prices. To address this challenge, the Local Government Unit of Matungao and DOST Lanao del Norte officially sealed their partnership on June 18 at Matungao Municipal Hall. Led by Mayor Hon. Jaber M. Azis, this…
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DOST Ilocos Region, DOST-PCIEERD Strengthen Research Culture Through Capacity Building on R&D Proposal Development
To strengthen the research and development (R&D) capabilities of academic and research institutions in the Ilocos Region, the Department of Science and Technology Ilocos Region (DOST Ilocos Region), through the Ilocos Consortium for Industry, Energy, and Emerging Technology Research and Development (ICIEERD), in partnership with the DOST-Philippine Council for Industry, Energy and Emerging Technology Research…
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Official Statement of the City Government of San Jose del Monte, Bulacan On PrimeWater’s Latest Petition Before RTC Las Piñas
8 June 2026 – The City Government of San Jose del Monte has received the decision issued by the Regional Trial Court of Las Piñas in relation to PrimeWater Infrastructure Corp.’s latest petition seeking injunctive relief against the City Government’s efforts to resolve the continuing water crisis in the city. This is already the third…
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Strengthening Women Through Innovation: DOST-PCIEERD Highlights WHWise Program for Women-Led Social Enterprises on Tekno PreSyensya
As part of its continuing efforts to promote women empowerment in innovation and entrepreneurship, the latest episode of Tekno PreSyensya—the official broadcast program of DOST Ilocos Region—featured the Women-Helping-Women: Innovating Social Enterprises (WHWise) Program. During the discussion titled “Fueling Women-Led Social Innovation: WHWise Program Overview and Proposal Guide,” Ms. Dolf Mirelle J. Montecillo, Project Technical…
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DOST-PCIEERD, USTP open built environment laboratory in Northern Mindanao
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY (PIA) — The Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Council for Industry, Energy and Emerging Technology Research and Development (DOST-PCIEERD) and the University of Science and Technology of the Southern Philippines (USTP) inaugurated the Built Environment Laboratory (BEL) on May 28 at the USTP Cagayan de Oro campus. The facility will serve as a…
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DOST strengthens Mindanao textile industry with launch of first Regional Yarn Production and Innovation Center
KABACAN, Cotabato – The Department of Science and Technology–Philippine Textile Research Institute (DOST-PTRI), in partnership with the University of Southern Mindanao (USM), officially launched the Regional Yarn Production and Innovation Center (RYPIC) in Kabacan, Cotabato on June 5, 2026, marking a significant milestone in the development of Mindanao’s textile industry. As the first facility of…
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DOST-PAGASA Explains Connection Between Habagat, El Niño, and Heat Index Amid Changing Weather
As many areas continue to experience intense morning heat and sudden afternoon rains, the Department of Science and Technology Ilocos Region (DOST Ilocos Region) continues to step up its efforts to provide timely updates about the country’s weather and climate. In response to many questions from the public after Episode 8 of Tekno PreSyensya, the…
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SJDM LGU appoints Metro Pacific Water as temporary interim operator, signals readiness for long-term investment
Photo: Signing of Operations and Maintenance Agreement for Interim Operations. Left to right: Jonet S. Sanalila, Assistant Vice President for Corporate Development and Communications, MPW; San Jose del Monte City Lone District Representative Arthur Robes; City Mayor Florida “Ate Rida” Robes; Andrew B. Pangilinan, President and CEO, MPW; and Jose Mari A. Lazo, Chief Finance…
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ESWF Unveils ENTER BATTLE ZONE 2026 to Strengthen Philippine Esports Pipeline
MANILA, Philippines — The E-Sports World Federation (ESWF) has officially launched ENTER BATTLE ZONE (EBZ) 2026, a nationwide Mobile Legends: Bang Bang tournament designed to identify and develop emerging Filipino esports players while expanding opportunities for competitive growth and international exposure. The tournament will take place on July 31 to August 2, 2026, bringing together…