Category: PRESS RELEASE
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How one sweet business is rising fast with the right ingredients
“Your perfect circle of happiness”—that’s what Harold Alfonso set out to create when he launched Donut Park, a Korean-inspired venture that’s now delighting customers across Luzon and other key areas in the country. Since opening its first outlet in July 2023, it has grown to over 150 franchise partners. With no signs of slowing down. Donut Park is serving up sweet success across…
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PDIC unveils AI chatbot to sustain digital transformation in public service
The Philippine Deposit Insurance Corporation (PDIC) officially launched its AI-powered chatbot, POLA or the PDIC Online Assistant, during a simple ceremony held at the PDIC Chino Building in Makati City on October 14, 2025. The launch was a pivotal milestone in the Corporation’s ongoing digital transformation initiative to deliver better, faster, and smarter public service…
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Dakak Hosts the First-Ever Mi Ultimo Amor Bridal Expo in Northern Mindanao: A Grand Celebration of Love, Heritage, Fashion, and Creativity
The first-ever Mi Ultimo Amor Bridal Expo successfully took place on October 11–12, 2025, at Dakak Golf and Beach Resort, marking a historic milestone for the region’s wedding and fashion industry. This landmark event brought together an exceptional gathering of renowned local and international fashion designers, exhibitors, and creative professionals, all united to celebrate the…
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Inventor Edgardo Vazquez Honored Among 2025 Exemplary Senior Citizens
On October 15, 2025, the House of Representatives, through the Senior Citizens Party List, held the 2nd Gawad Parangal for Exemplary Senior Citizen 2025 at the Meeting, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) Event Center in Quezon City. The event celebrated the remarkable achievements and lifelong contributions of Filipino senior citizens who have made lasting impacts…
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Zero Fees on Autosweep and Easytrip Reloads with BDO Pay
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BDO helps motorists save more with every tap Motorists now have one less thing to worry about on the road: BDO Pay now offers zero fees when reloading Autosweep and Easytrip RFID accounts. With no need to cash in and no convenience fees, BDO Pay users can save time and money every time they top up their…
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Davao LGUs explore DOST Balik Scientist’s AI solutions improve traffic, urban mobility
Local Government Units (LGUs) across Davao Region are looking for opportunities to transform urban mobility, traffic management, and city planning using advanced AI-driven platforms. Traffic congestion and road safety continue to challenge many cities in the country, while traditional urban planning tools are often costly, complex, and slow, limiting their practical use for local governments…
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RSTL Attends Training on Nutrition Labelling and Quality Control Programs for Regional Labs
Laboratory Analysts from the DOST Northern Mindanao Regional Standards and Testing Laboratory (RSTL) – Shelf-life Evaluation Laboratory successfully participated in the Training on Nutrition Labelling and Refresher Course on Laboratory Internal and External Quality Control Programs held on September 30 to October 1, 2025, at the DOST-FNRI Training Hall, Bicutan, Taguig City. The training was…
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PNHS Joins the Growing Network of STARBOOKS Beneficiaries
Peñablanca National High School (PNHS) in Camasi, Peñablanca, Cagayan, has officially joined the growing network of STARBOOKS beneficiaries in Region II following the successful installation of the Science and Technology Academic and Research-Based Openly Operated KioskS (STARBOOKS). With more than 1,845 students and 102 dedicated teachers and staff, PNHS has long been a stronghold of…
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DOST SARAII Ilocos Region Upskills Personnel In Geographic Information System
To promote data-driven and location-based planning in science and technology programs, the Department of Science and Technology Ilocos Region (DOST Ilocos Region), through its Smarter Approaches to Reinvigorate Agriculture as an Industry in the Philippines (SARAI) unit, conducted a hybrid training on “Introduction to the Fundamentals and Basic Application of Geographic Information System (GIS)” on…
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5 reasons why smart travelers never skip travel insurance
Don’t let holiday surprises ruin your trip—peace of mind is just a step away You’ve planned every detail of your getaway, from flights and hotels to sightseeing and festive dining. But even the best-laid plans can hit a snag, especially during the busy holiday season. These ’ber months, enjoy your upcoming vacation without the stress…