President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and Education Secretary Sonny Angara on Wednesday spearheaded the launch of the nationwide expansion of the School-Based Feeding Program (SBFP) at Pulilan Central School, marking a decisive shift in the administration’s efforts to tackle classroom hunger and the prevalence of child malnutrition. President Marcos and Secretary Angara led the feeding activity, serving warm, nutritious meals and milk to the learners, and also visited the local partner booths showcasing products that support the SBFP. “Alam naman natin na kung minsan ang nagiging dahilan kung bakit hindi makapag-aral nang mabuti ang mga kabataan ay kulang sa pagkain.…
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Netflix is set to premiere its new Korean period mystery series The East Palace on July 17, bringing together supernatural horror, palace intrigue, and mystery in a story set between the royal court and the shadowy Realm of Gwi. Leading the cast are Nam Joo-hyuk, Roh Yoon-seo, and Cho Seung-woo. The series follows Gu-cheon, a spirit-catcher who can travel between the human world and the Realm of Gwi, as he joins forces with court lady Saeng-gang, who can hear the voices of spirits, to investigate a bloodstained curse that has haunted the royal palace for 30 years. Under the king’s…
To ensure integrity and efficiency in the delivery of essential school facilities, the Department of Education (DepEd) and the Brotherhood of Christian Businessmen and Professionals (BCBP) have formalized a partnership to uphold transparency, accountability and good governance in Public-Private Partnership (PPP) projects. Through a newly signed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), the BCBP will serve as an independent third-party observer for DepEd’s PPP initiatives, notably the Public-Private Partnership for Schools Infrastructure Project (PSIP). This collaboration supports the Department’s ongoing efforts to address classroom shortages and upgrade learning environments through sustainable infrastructure. “Transparency and accountability are essential in ensuring that every program…
The Department of Education (DepEd) is expanding its response to communities affected by the magnitude 7.8 earthquake in Mindanao with additional interventions for displaced learners and education personnel, including a PHP10 million allocation for the EduKahon program, the deployment of 100 EduKahon learning kits to evacuation centers, and expanded financial assistance for affected employees. Education Secretary Sonny Angara approved an additional PHP10 million to support the implementation of the EduKahon program in the Schools Division Offices of Sarangani and General Santos City, with PHP5 million allocated to each division. The funding will strengthen learning continuity initiatives and provide educational support…
Education Secretary Sonny Angara reinforced the Department of Education’s (DepEd) commitment to providing a safe and nurturing environment as face-to-face classes officially resumed at San Jose National High School (SJNHS) in Tacloban City on Monday. The resumption follows the tragic campus incident last June 22, prompting immediate, comprehensive recovery and safety measures. Secretary Angara underscored the balance between academic continuity and holistic healing, noting that the department will not rush the emotional recovery of those affected. “Fulfilling President Bongbong Marcos’s directive, our immediate priority is to wrap our learners and teachers in a blanket of security and psychosocial care, recognizing…
As it marks its 75th anniversary, Security Bank is rolling out a range of offers that give customers more ways to be rewarded, whether they’re financing , using their credit card, or building a deeper relationship with the Bank. Anchored on its theme, “With you then. With you now. With you always,” the anniversary promotions reflect the Bank’s focus on supporting customers through key moments and everyday financial needs, while delivering meaningful value across its core products. Gold Circle: Expanded access and everyday benefits Among the highlights is expanded access to Gold Circle, the Bank’s priority banking program. Until July…
YPC Stage is set to make its official debut with Mapanakit: Mga Dulang Bittersweet, a moving collection of three one-act plays opening on July 25 at the KAL-IBG Theater, UP Diliman. The production marks a milestone for the regional arts community as it becomes Biñan’s first homegrown theater production to be staged outside the city. Following a successful community run in December 2025, Mapanakit now embarks on a wider journey as a touring-ready production and the maiden presentation of YPC Stage, the professional performance arm of the Biñan Youth Performance Council (YPC). Directed by BJ Borja and written by acclaimed…
Vice Ganda and Vic Sotto are officially joining forces for the first time on the big screen in the upcoming comedy film The Greatest Showdown, which is set to premiere in cinemas in 2026. Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Jun Robles Lana, the highly anticipated movie brings together two of the Philippines’ biggest comedy icons in what promises to be a laugh-filled cinematic event. The pair made the announcement together, sharing their excitement about collaborating on a project that aims to entertain audiences nationwide. “Kailangan namin magsanib-pwersa para ibigay ang tawa, halakhak, at kaligayahan na kailangan ng mga Pilipino. Hardcore, todo-comedy…
SN Aboitiz Power Benguet Inc. (SNAP-Benguet) received the BADANG Excellence Award for Solid Waste Management for its exemplary solid waste management practices during the 9th Cordillera Environmental Summit, on June 30, 2026 in Baguio City. Awarded by the Environmental Management Bureau–Cordillera Administrative Region (EMB-CAR), the BADANG Excellence Awards recognize industries and institutions with outstanding environmental programs and best practices that contribute to sustainable development and environmental protection in the Cordillera Region. Categories include Hazardous Waste Management, Wastewater Treatment and Water Conservation, Air Quality Monitoring and Management, Solid Waste Management, and Environmental IEC Leadership. SNAP-Benguet’s recognition reflects its sustained environmental initiatives,…
The Manila Symphony Orchestra held its third centennial concert entitled “LIBERATION: Celebrating 80 Years of the Philippine Republic” at the Metropolitan Theater last July 4. The concert marked a symbolic homecoming for the MSO, renewing its long-standing partnership with The Met, a venue associated with the orchestra since the theater’s inauguration in 1931. The event also served as a tribute to the orchestra’s original gala performance held on July 5, 1946, at the Rizal Memorial Stadium, which took place just a day after the inauguration of the Republic. The program was designed to mirror the artistic exchanges and cultural connections…