Way to peace: Empowering ex-rebels via E-CLIP caravan
Former rebels (FRs) participate in the E-CLIP Caravan. (Photo courtesy of PSA Samar) The Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) in Samar, in collaboration with the 801st Infantry Brigade and the Samar…
Multi-awarded journalist cites role of media, impact of false information
CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro (PIA) — Multi-award-winning professional print journalist of The Philippine Star Leo O. Laparan II cites the challenges of the journalists in the fight against fake news,…
Take charge of your heart: Favorable dietary choices for heart wellness
Bagnet or pakbet? Which Ilocano dish is a healthier option for the heart? Ilocos Norte joins in commemorating the National Heart Month this February, inviting its residents to become proactive…
Kalilangan Festival 2025 to showcase culture, heritage, festivities
General Santos City gears up for its 36th Kalilangan Festival, a grand celebration commemorating the city’s 86th Foundation Anniversary. Kalilangan is a Maguindanaoan word, “kalilang,” which means “celebration” or “festival.”…
From folklore to the dance floor: Laoag City’s youth bring culture to life in festival parade
The streets of Laoag City pulsed with energy as the 28th Pamulinawen Festival brought history and tradition to life through the “Baro a Laoag” (New Laoag) Dance Parade on Feb.…
Coffee shop in Dagupan City doubles as art gallery
As part of the celebration of the National Arts Month in Dagupan City, coffee shops have embraced a new role – not just as a social place for coffee lovers…
PhilHealth’s dental package gives Filipinos new reason to smile
THE PHILIPPINES is known for bright smiles and warm hospitality, but millions of Filipinos are silently suffering from preventable dental problems that stop them from smiling. World Health Organization’s (WHO)…
Fresh seafood, floating cottage thrills—A promise from Sapang Dalaga community
MISAMIS OCCIDENTAL (PIA) – “Lahi ra gyud among mga pagkaon dinhi. Mao nay gibalik-balikan sa mga customer namo. Naa mi’y saang, isda, ug kasagaran isda sugbahon, tulahon, ug kilawon (sutukil).…
Oriental Mindoro opens 1st 3D Art Museum in MIMAROPA region, 3rd in PH
The province of Oriental Mindoro proved its dedication to strengthening tourism by opening the first 3D Art Maze Museum in the entire MIMAROPA region, and third in the Philippines. Located…
Sagada Damayan Tribal Arts Center: A peaceful haven for local artists
A beautiful sight of diverse artworks greets locals and tourist at the Damayan Tribal Arts in Sagada, Mountain Province. From paintings to sculpture and crafts, the center showcases talents of…
Study reveals Filipino couples prefer live-in setup
QUEZON CITY (PIA) — Most Filipino couples see living together or cohabitation as a more practical and beneficial way of building their relationship and family. Still, they continue to consider…
JRC Food Products: A journey of passion and perseverance
BAUKO, Mountain Province (PIA) – Perseverance and passion are indeed ingredients of success as proven by this lady entrepreneur from Mountain Province. From being a member of an organization to…
Faith in Motion: Ilonggos’ Sadsad and their devotion to Santo Niño
Amidst the vibrant and lively celebrations of the Iloilo Dinagyang Festival, Ilonggos continue to uphold their deep devotion to the heart of the festivities, Señor Santo Niño de Cebu. This…
With education on the front lines, lasting peace is possible
Adults’ wars have irreversibly altered the lives of over 473 million children worldwide living in conflict zones where the increasing violence severely disrupted access to basic human needs, such as…
Haight’s Place sa Atok, Benguet: Pagbubuklod ng turismo at kasaysayan
ATOK, Benguet (PIA) – Isa sa mga tanyag na pasyalan sa Atok, Benguet ay ang Haight’s Place na matatagpuan sa Barangay Paoay. Ngunit bukod sa magandang tanawin na alok ng…
Sibugay wetland is Philippines’ 9th Ramsar Site of International Importance
The Sibugay Wetland Nature Reserve (SWNR) in Zamboanga Sibugay province was officially declared as the Philippines’ 9th Wetland of International Importance under the Ramsar Convention, earning Ramsar Site No. 2552. The…
Ngiting Healthy: Pangangalaga ng ngipin, tampok sa National Oral Health Month
LUNGSOD QUEZON, (PIA) — Pagsapit ng Pebrero, hindi lamang panahon ng pag-ibig kundi pati na rin ng National Oral Health Month. Sa kabila ng mga matatamis na regalong tsokolate, binigyang-diin…
Widow benefits from free housing project in Bohol
Cristobala Lozada could not contain her happiness for getting a free decent house to live in after her house was damaged by Typhoon Odette. She was one of the beneficiaries…
Step Into the past, celebrate the present at Pasinaya 2025
For one weekend only, the vibrant heart of Manila transforms into a vast playground of history, heritage, and contemporary art. On February 1 and 2, the Paseo Museo—an essential feature…
Kalinga farmer turns cassava into thriving business
TABUK CITY, Kalinga (PIA) -Cassava, a resilient root crop that thrives in almost any soil condition, is often overlooked as a viable commodity in the province due to its limited…
LGU Cotabato, JRTF-ELCAC deliver vital services to formerly conflict-affected communities
Through its “Serbisyong Totoo Caravan,” the provincial government of Cotabato and several national government agencies from the Joint Regional Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (JRTF-ELCAC) Soccsksargen have…
Pag-IBIG Fund launches ‘One Plus One’ Raffle: Win big by becoming a ‘Pag-IBIGfluencer’
Want to win cash prizes while helping others secure their financial future? The Pag-IBIG Fund is rolling out its One Plus One (OPO) Raffle Promo, a fantastic opportunity for active…
Food wastes to flourishing green spaces: ZCMC cultivates environmental sustainability
The Zamboanga City Medical Center (ZCMC) continues to champion environmental sustainability by integrating circular economy principles into its operations. A key example of this commitment is their ongoing initiative to…
Protecting the country’s defenders
Always revered as strong and courageous, police officers are like ordinary people facing personal battles in life. With this in mind, an organization began putting together resources for the welfare…
A journey of transformation: La Union hospital’s path to gold trailblazer award
The journey to excellence is rarely linear, but for Dr. Eduardo M. Badua III, Medical Center Chief II of the Ilocos Training and Regional Medical Center (ITRMC), it has been…