According to Undersecretary Ariel Nepomuceno, administrator of the Office of Civil Defense (OCD), Camiguin Island represents the "gold standard" in disaster preparedness. Read more »
The Philippine Navy marked a significant milestone on November 12 with the launch of the BRP Albert Majini (PG-909), the first locally assembled Fast Attack Interdiction Craft-Missile (FAIC-M), at the naval shipyard in Cavite City. Read more »
In the Philippines, the traditional "sari-sari" store remains a cornerstone of local commerce, with recent data from the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) reinforcing this reality. Read more »
As the Philippines continues to grapple with high risks from natural disasters, the government has introduced upgraded versions of its GeoRiskPH online tools. Read more »
According to Maria Rosario Vergeire, undersecretary of the Department of Health, the country needs more medical professionals with the training necessary to identify and treat cancer patients. Read more »
In light of the ongoing rains brought on by the southwest monsoon and a strong tropical storm named "Enteng," an official from the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) revealed that the primary cause of the recent floods in Metro Manila is urbanization. Read more »
