Author: Fabian Apostol
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President Marcos Signs Law to Tackle Youth Mental Health Crisis in Schools
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has taken a significant step towards addressing the critical mental health issues among the youth by signing into law the Basic Education Mental Health and Well-Being Promotion Act, known as Republic Act 12080. The signing ceremony took place in Malacañang, marking a pivotal moment in the nation’s approach to mental…
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Professionals Encouraged to Volunteer Skills for Community Development
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY – The Philippine National Volunteer Service Coordinating Agency (PNVSCA) is calling on professionals to lend their expertise to support community development efforts. During an interview with the city’s information office, PNVSCA Executive Director Donald James Gawe highlighted that volunteerism is often linked to disaster response and social welfare, but professionals in…
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Caraga’s Cooperatives Thrive with PHP12.6 Billion Business Volume in 2023
In a significant showcase of economic vitality, the cooperatives of the Caraga region have amassed a business volume exceeding PHP12.6 billion in 2023, as reported by the Cooperative Development Authority 13 (CDA-13) during the Kapihan sa Bagong Pilipinas forum in Butuan City. Anecita Unson, Assistant Director of CDA-13, emphasized the robust performance of the region’s…
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Iloilo City Set to Celebrate New Year with Spectacular Musical Fireworks at Drilon Bridge
Iloilo City is gearing up for a memorable New Year’s Eve, featuring a musical fireworks display at Drilon Bridge. The event, scheduled for December 31, promises a 12- to 15-minute show that will be visible from the Freedom Grandstand and free for all attendees. The renowned Dragon Fireworks, winners of the 2018 Montreal Fireworks Festival,…
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DOLE Distributes Over PHP14 Million in TUPAD Wages to Typhoon-Affected Workers in Camarines Sur
LEGAZPI CITY – The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) in the Bicol region has allocated over PHP14.5 million to support typhoon-affected residents of Camarines Sur through the Tulong Panghanapbuhay Para sa Ating Disadvantaged Workers (TUPAD) program. According to a statement released on Wednesday, DOLE-5 Regional Director Imelda Gatinao announced that the funds were used…
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Caraga’s Youth Leaders Rally for Agriculture at Butuan Summit
In a significant move to bolster agricultural engagement, the Department of Agriculture (DA) in Caraga region convened over 90 Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) federation leaders at the Agri Youth Summit in Butuan City. Held on November 22, 2024, the summit was a platform for these young leaders to delve into the DA’s priority programs and explore…
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Two Suspected Extremists Arrested for 2023 Ambush in Lanao del Norte
In a significant law enforcement operation, two individuals believed to be part of the extremist group Dawlah Islamiya were apprehended on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, in Lanao del Norte province. The arrests stem from their alleged involvement in an ambush against Army soldiers from the 52nd Infantry Battalion in Munai town last year. The operation,…
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Batangas Initiates Mandatory Evacuations Ahead of Typhoon Pepito
In response to the looming threat of Typhoon Pepito, Batangas Governor Hermilando Mandanas has spearheaded a series of emergency measures, including mandatory evacuations in high-risk zones. The decision comes in the wake of the recent devastation caused by Severe Tropical Storm Kristine, prompting the Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (PDRRMO) to take proactive…
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