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BPI to sell P29/kg rice, cheaper goods at Manila Kadiwa site May 16-17

Manila, May 16 -- The Bureau of Plant Industry (BPI) said Wednesday it will offer PHP29 per kilogram of rice alongside cheaper fish and vegetables on May 16 to 17 at the Kadiwa stall in the BPI Multip... Read More


NFA welcomes Ombudsman ruling reinstating 72 supervisors

Manila, May 16 -- The National Food Authority (NFA) on Thursday expressed hopes for more suspension lifting following the order of the Office of the Ombudsman to reinstate 72 warehouse supervisors. "... Read More


CHED, USAID launch fellowship program for senior academic officials

Manila, May 16 -- More innovative and high-impact programs in the country's higher education are expected with the launching of the Higher Education Innovation Leaders Fellowship Program by the Commis... Read More


SRA wants magic sugar regulated in markets vs. health risks

Manila, May 14 -- The proliferation of artificial or magic sugar in local markets must be regulated in consideration of consumers' health, the Sugar Regulatory Administration (SRA) said on Monday. "M... Read More


Over P2-B aid given to El Nino-hit farmers

Manila, May 13 -- The government has already provided around PHP2.37 billion worth of assistance to farmers and fisherfolk affected by the El Nino phenomenon. In a statement issued Sunday, the Depart... Read More


UP to launch medicine, science, engineering courses in Mindanao

Manila, May 10 -- The University of the Philippines (UP) on Friday said it will launch more programs focusing on medicine, basic sciences, and engineering in Mindanao to help foster development in the... Read More


Gov't to grant free assessment to boost employability of SHS-TVL grads

Manila, May 10 -- Senior High School - Technical Vocational Livelihood (SHS-TVL) Track graduates shall now get free assessments for certification from the government to boost their employability, the ... Read More


DepEd backs review of gov't eligibility standards for hiring SHS grads

Manila, May 10 -- The Department of Education (DepEd) on Friday expressed support for the bill seeking to revise the eligibility requirements for government employment in consideration of Senior High ... Read More


DA: Interventions in place vs. armyworm infestation in onion farms

Manila, May 9 -- Necessary interventions are in place to minimize the effects of armyworm infestation in the country's onion farms, the Department of Agriculture (DA) assured on Thursday. "Pest manag... Read More


Direct aid needed as 273 areas now under a state of calamity

Manila, May 9 -- The Task Force El Nino on Thursday underscored the need for direct aid and continuous on-the-ground monitoring for affected farmers and fishers amid the increasing number of areas pla... Read More