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September 16, 2025

Angara Seeks Stronger Support for Education in 2026

by DitoSaPilipinas.com

The Department of Education, through the leadership of DepEd Sec. Sonny Angara has proposed a record P928.52 billion (USD16.4 billion) budget for 2026. The plan seeks to expand classrooms, strengthen school feeding programs, provide digital tools for teachers, and open wider career opportunities across the sector. Read more »

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September 16, 2025

CHED, TESDA Collaborate To Align Curricula With Industry Demands

by DitoSaPilipinas.com

The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) and the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) have formalized a partnership to harmonize curricula for key industries that are seen as critical to the country’s long-term economic growth. Read more »

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September 15, 2025

National Defense Drone Act Filed To Strengthen AFP Operations

by DitoSaPilipinas.com

The Philippines may soon see a stronger, more tech-driven Armed Forces as House Deputy Majority Leader and Camarines Sur Rep. Luigi Villafuerte pushed for the use of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) or military-grade drones to bolster defense and disaster response. Read more »

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September 15, 2025

Bolinao Is North Luzon Tourism’s Next Big Thing

by DitoSaPilipinas.com

The municipality of Bolinao in Pangasinan has been hailed as the Destination of the Year by the Department of Tourism (DOT), a recognition that cements its place as North Luzon’s next big tourism hotspot. Read more »

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September 12, 2025

Only 1 in 7 Filipinos Feel Financially Comfortable, Survey Finds

by DitoSaPilipinas.com

A recent survey by Worldpanel by Numerator shows that only 14% of Filipinos consider themselves financially “comfortable,” meaning they have enough resources to afford most things. Read more »

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September 12, 2025

Living Sanctuary: Tawsan Mangrove EcoPark Celebrates 1st Anniversary

by DitoSaPilipinas.com

Danao City in northern Cebu is putting the spotlight on one of its most treasured ecotourism sites as the Tawsan Mangrove Forest EcoPark marks its first year this Tourism Month. Read more »