The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has started reviewing thousands of flood control projects nationwide, following President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s order to identify unfinished, failed, or questionable initiatives. Read more »
The 20th Congress opened with the predictable reelection of Leyte Rep. Martin Romualdez as Speaker, garnering an uncontested 269 votes. Read more »
Top officials are renewing calls for an updated and comprehensive flood management plan for Metro Manila, as heavy rains and urban flooding continue to disrupt daily life for millions of residents. Read more »
In a sweet step forward for the agriculture sector, Abuyog, Leyte is set to welcome a PHP6-million jackfruit processing center dedicated to the world’s sweetest jackfruit—the Eastern Visayas Integrated Agricultural Research Center (EVIARC) variety. Read more »
A new bill mandating lessons about the West Philippine Sea is making its way through Congress as part of efforts to deepen Filipino students’ understanding of the country’s maritime rights and sovereignty. Read more »
Cagayan de Oro’s junior golfers delivered a strong home-course performance at the opening of the ICTSI Junior PGT Pueblo de Oro leg, held on July 1 at the Pueblo de Oro Golf and Country Club. Read more »
