Mekeni president urges media, business leaders to spread hope amid global tensions
Mekeni Food Corporation president Pruds Garcia delivers his acceptance message as an honorary member of the Camp Vicente Lim Press Corps (CVLPC) during its 23rd Anniversary Celebration and Oathtaking Ceremony in Santa Rosa, Laguna on March 20, 2026, urging media and business leaders to help spread hope amid global uncertainties. SANTA ROSA, Laguna — The […]
Talisay River in Bataan wins 2nd place in DENR ‘RIVERs for Life’ Awards
CITY OF SAN FERNANDO — The Talisay River in Bataan won second place in the RIVERs (Recognizing Individuals/Institutions Towards Vibrant and Enhanced Rivers) for Life Awards of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR). Assistant Secretary for Environment Jacqueline Caancan personally handed the award to DENR Regional Executive Director Ralph Pablo and Bataan Provincial […]
DICT promotes digital inclusion through activation of Free Wi-Fi sites in Zambales
CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga (PIA) — The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) established new connectivity sites in Zambales, providing residents with access to information and online services. Recipient villages include Nacolcol in the municipality of Botolan, and Buhawen in the town of San Marcelino. DICT Region 3 Free Public Internet Access Program […]
Pag-IBIG brings affordable housing closer to Central Luzon families through regional fair
CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga (PIA) — More than 20,000 affordable housing units were offered to Central Luzon residents as Pag-IBIG Fund held its first regional housing fair on March 18–19 at the LausGroup Event Centre in Pampanga. Organized in partnership with the Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development (DHSUD), the two-day event gathered […]
DMW Central Luzon assures OFWs of gov’t support amid Middle East crisis
CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga (PIA) — The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) Central Luzon assured overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) and their families of continued government support amid the ongoing tension in the Middle East. DMW 3 Assistant Regional Director Dennis Manzanero said the agency is closely coordinating with Migrant Workers Offices (MWOs) and Philippine […]
Converge launches national digital infrastructure hub in AC
ANGELES CITY — Converge ICT Solutions launched its National Digital Infrastructure on Friday, March 20, at the Converge Angeles City Data Center. “The foundation is built. The digital backbone is in place. The Philippines is ready,” declared Converge CEO and cofounder Dennis Anthony Uy at the launch, noting that the initiative is the result of […]
Clark joins national push for hyperscale data center expansion
ANGELES CITY—Clark Freeport Zone is poised to become one of the country’s major hubs in digital infrastructure and artificial intelligence, supporting President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s agenda to strengthen the Philippine digital backbone. Clark Development Corp. president and CEO Atty. Agnes VST Devanadera supported the launch of Converge National Digital Infrastructure, accelerating digital transformation and connectivity […]
MPTC rolls out toll rebate program for transport sector
Metro Pacific Tollways Corporation (MPTC) is supporting the government’s efforts to provide temporary financial relief to the transportation sector amid the rising fuel costs. As part of this initiative, MPTC is rolling out the NLEX KaBiyahe, a toll rebate program for accredited Class 2 Public Utility Buses (PUBs) and modernized jeepneys, as well as Class […]
SBMA, Belgium eye sister port pact
Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) Chairman and Administrator Eduardo Jose Aliño welcomes Ambassador of Belgium to the Philippines, Vladislava Iordanova, during her visit to Subic Bay Freeport on Monday, March 16, 2026. SUBIC BAY FREEPORT – A sister port agreement between the Port of Subic and the Port of Antwerp-Bruges is being considered during the […]
Cong Pogi pushes for ‘no kill’ animal shelters nationwide
File photo shows Lazatin during the inauguration of the Angeles City Animal Shelter on July 18, 2023, where he is joined by Chief Adviser IC Calaguas and then Executive Assistant IV Reina Manuel. FIRST DISTRICT, Pampanga – Congressman Carmelo “Pogi” Lazatin, Jr. wants to strengthen the implementation of the Animal Welfare Act through the establishment […]