Women’s cooperative brews hope, income in Mindoro
In the farming community of Barcenaga in Naujan town, a group of women is redefining what empowerment looks like– one cup of ginger tea at a time. Heal Tea Shine…
PIA Camarines Sur’s ‘Kapihan’ partner announces bundle of promos this 2023
Robinsons Hotel and Resorts continue with its GO 24/7 nationwide promo! NAGA CITY (PIA) – For nearly a year, Summit Hotel and Go Hotels Plus have stood alongside the Philippine…
Local youth participates in coastal clean in celebration of Linggo ng Kabataan
The City Government led by Mayor Malou Flores-Morillo organizes cleanup drive along coastlines and underwater of the city together with the local youths of the province on August 16, 2023.…
Zambo Norte athlete snags boxing gold medal for Palarong Pambansa
If you were to tell the 8-year-old Tyron Jay Quillosa that he would be a reigning boxing champion, his father probably would have whooped you out of the room. But…
PRC’s shockwaves of change: Reshaping the health response
A Philippine Red Cross Camarines Sur Chapter fund-raising drive “Cardiac arrest is the leading cause of death in the country, accounting for 18.6% of the total deaths in the Philippines.”…
Multi-million funding boosts agricultural ventures in Zamboanga Sibugay
IPIL, Zamboanga Sibugay, August 15 (PIA) – In a significant stride towards advancing local agricultural enterprises, the Peñaranda Abaca Planters Association (PAPA) of Kabasalan and the Nanan Multi-purpose Cooperative in…
Sambalilo festival breathes new life to Cavinti’s pandan weaving tradition
CALAMBA CITY, Laguna (PIA) – Locals of Cavinti, Laguna breathed new life into its once-thriving pandan-weaving industry through their Sambalilo festival. Crispin Sanchez, Cavinti Tourism Operations Officer, said Sambalilo is…
CALABARZON sprinter says dreams, hard work key in Palaro journey
To Loraine Audrey Batalla, competing in the country’s largest youth sporting event was both a dream come true and a culmination of years of hard work and grit. The 14-year…
Reading Beyond Sight: The Gift of Braille Comic Books
Special needs students have different needs compared to regular ones and some of them are struggling with the fast pace of learning. Some have difficulty explaining themselves and reading books…
World Youth Day delegates vow to serve church, community
CALAMBA CITY, Laguna (PIA) – Close to 7,000 youngsters gathered during the World Youth Day-Laguna (WYD) 2023 on August 5 and shared stories of faith and acts of service. To…
Savoring the dragon fruit tale of Guimaras
Prominent for its luscious, sweet-tasting mangoes and touristy scenes, Guimaras Island is now making waves with its yet another emerging agricultural product – the lowly dragon fruit. Oval-shaped, vibrantly-colored dragon…
‘Connected Women’s Elevate AIDA’ program spurs women empowerment, digital inclusion in Isabela, Basilan
Isabela City in Basilan province may not be the most recognizable city in the Philippines, but it holds a significant milestone in the country’s efforts to promote women empowerment and…
Alangan Mangyans: IPs of the island provinces of Mindoro
CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro (PIA) – National Indigenous Peoples (IP) Day is an important and significant day that commemorates the history, culture, and contributions of the IPs in the Philippines.…
Travel in comfort: Albay-Camarines Sur train service resumes
LEGAZPI CITY, Albay (PIA) – Travel goals? Try the train trips between Albay and Camarines Sur. Since July 31, the Philippine National Railways (PNR) has resumed its commuter train service…
Redefine decision-making through modern family planning methods
Even as societies embrace progress and innovation, modern family planning methods remain accessible to help improve the lives of families. Modern methods have expanded the horizons, offering a wide range…
Buug, Zamboanga Sibugay: Fostering tourism for a brighter future
BUUG, Zamboanga Sibugay, August 09 (PIA) – The tourism industry is a vital sector that showcases the richness and beauty of towns and cities. Zamboanga Sibugay province is endowed with…
Masbate’s cattle industry just won’t go away
MASBATE CITY, Masbate (PIA) –We’ve heard about industries that have come and gone due to changes in consumer preferences and technological advances. Now read about the centuries-old industry that is…
BAHABA: Basa Habang Bakasyon
Bakas sa mga mukha ng 70 bata na residente ng Barangay Mahal na Pangalan sa lungsod ng Calapan ang saya dahil sila’y napagkalooban ng libreng arts and craft workshop at…
UPLB top grad says journey began from Google search
LOS BAÑOS, LAGUNA (PIA) – What started as a Google search for the ‘Top 10 courses in the Philippines’ led Jenel Justo to the top, finishing as valedictorian of class…
Mula mandirigma patungong tagapagbantay ng kapayapaan: ang inspiradong kuwento ni SSG Danilo Banquiao.
Sa puso ng Lanao del Sur, kung saan madalas na nilulunod ng mga alingawngaw ng tunggalian ang mga mithiin ng kabataan, isang tanglaw ng pag-asa at pagbabago ang nagniningning. Mula…
Road to Reconciliation: NTF-ELCAC funded roads in Tapaz, Capiz
In the backdrop of conflict and uncertainty, a glimmer of hope emerges as the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) through the Local Government Support Fund- Support to…
Illuminating horizons – Tourist Rest Areas (TRAs) pave the path to vibrant tourism landscape
A radiant sense of hope envelops the enchanting Zamboanga Peninsula as it stands proudly in the limelight, ready to unfurl its boundless tourism potential. Amidst the applause of its people,…
Mindanao’s progress: Enhancing the Philippine experience through peace, security, tourism
The Mindanao region has witnessed remarkable progress in recent years, particularly in the security sector, which has had a significant impact on its tourism development. Undersecretary Myra Paz Valderossa-Abubakar in…
Rice Planting Festival promotes Agriculture Education to Romblomanons
A rice planting festival was held spearheaded by members of the Mayha Farmers Association in the municipality of Odiongan recently. The program is part of the Farmers Field School (FFS)…
Marinduque’s Battle of Paye Day: A Turning Point in Philippine History
At the turn of the 20th century, the Philippines was under the rule of the United States who took control after the Spanish-American War. Marinduque, an island province characterized by…