Mt. Pulag, known to experience near-freezing to even negative temperatures during the colder months up to February, becomes even more appealing once summer arrives, making it an ideal escape for those looking to trade heat for fresh, crisp air. Read more »
The Social Weather Stations (SWS) reported that adult Filipinos’ self-rated well-being has fallen to its lowest level on record, based on its November 24 to 30, 2025 survey. Read more »
The Pasig-Marikina River Channel Improvement Project (PMRCIP), now in Phase 4, covers a major flood-prone corridor stretching from the Sierra Madre to Manila Bay. Over two decades in the making, it remains one of the government’s key flood mitigation initiatives. Read more »
The Philippine government has given the green light to a major change in the school calendar, moving from the traditional four-grading-period system to a three-term structure beginning with the 2026–2027 academic year. Read more »
The national government is looking at Marikina City as a possible template for strengthening flood mitigation efforts across the country, particularly as discussions move forward on implementing no-build zones and constructing water retention basins in vulnerable areas. Read more »
Iloilo City made history as it welcomed the first Asian edition of the 4th Global Mental Health Advocacy Forum, bringing together specialists from over 70 countries to discuss policies, funding, and mental health rights. Read more »
