The Department of Education (DepEd) is set to expand its Academic Recovery and Accessible Learning (ARAL) program nationwide, with full funding now secured in the 2026 national budget. Read more »
From hauling nets to topnotching the Bar! Jeowy Loyloy Ompad of Bantayan Island proves that hard work, resilience, and a heart for service can take you anywhere. Scoring 91.25% and landing 6th in the 2025 Philippine Bar Exams, he makes his family, community, and USJ-R proud. Read more »
Fireworks prices are soaring just days before New Year, with some items now nearly double last year’s cost. Limited supply, early bulk buying, and weather disruptions have buyers flocking to Bocaue despite the high prices. Celebrate safely! Read more »
Since its enactment, the Universal Access to Quality Tertiary Education Act (Republic Act No. 10931) has enabled millions of Filipino students to receive free tertiary education. Read more »
Former Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Undersecretary Roberto Bernardo is under renewed scrutiny after submitting a supplemental affidavit to the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI). Read more »
Secretary Sonny Angara’s push for stronger early childhood nutrition drives the Senate-approved 2026 education budget, which delivers the biggest expansion of DepEd’s School-Based Feeding Program and establishes universal daily feeding for all Kindergarten learners. Read more »
