6 Ways to Celebrate Holidays Sustainably in the Philippines
As the holiday season approaches, discover six practical tips to make your Filipino celebrations more eco-friendly. Reduce waste, choose sustainable materials, and give back to the planet.
As the holiday season approaches, discover six practical tips to make your Filipino celebrations more eco-friendly. Reduce waste, choose sustainable materials, and give back to the planet.
Davao City's Peace 911 and TESDA trained 29 Indigenous Peoples in dressmaking to boost livelihood and preserve cultural designs. Sewing kits were provided to empower communities.
The Cawayan Sustainable Livelihood Program Association in Bohol, recognized as a 2021 Sulong Bayanihan awardee, has grown its gross income to nearly P2 million, supporting local nutrition and community development. Discover their inspiring journey.
The DHSUD has extended the BHDP compliance deadline for developers to March 31, 2026, supporting the 4PH program and economic growth. Read the latest updates.
A pastry-making workshop for parents of child laborers in Malita highlights economic empowerment's role in preventing abuse and strengthening family resilience. Learn how this initiative works.
Kalinaw SEMR, a peace group of former rebels, prioritizes sustainable income projects for over 300 affiliate organizations in Davao Region. Government programs like E-CLIP and BDP provide crucial support.
A new water drilling project in Barangay Naalad, Naga, Cebu, promises a reliable and clean water supply, solving a decades-old problem for residents. Completion is expected by January 2026.
DSWD-Davao intensifies its Pag-Abot Program for street families this Christmas. 124 beneficiaries have received aid, with financial support up to P10,000. Learn how the program works and how you can help.
DOLE Pampanga and the provincial government distributed over P10 million in salaries and livelihood aid to 1,690 students and 113 small business owners. Read how this initiative empowers the local community.
167 fishermen in Masantol, Pampanga received ₱3,000 fuel subsidy and new fiberglass boats from BFAR and the local government to boost livelihood and the fisheries sector.
A month after Typhoon Tino's flash floods, Barangay Tamiao in Compostela, Cebu, struggles with 37 dead, 21 missing, and destroyed homes. Residents now appeal for sustainable livelihood support to rebuild. Read their story.
Pantone announces Cloud Dancer as the 2026 Color of the Year, symbolizing a fresh start. Discover how this hue will influence fashion, beauty, and home design in the Philippines and beyond.
Education Sec. Sonny Angara observed the School-Based Feeding Program & ARAL sessions in Las Piñas, highlighting improved literacy & a P28.66B budget boost for nationwide rollout.
A new P18.2-million, six-classroom building for Technical and Livelihood Education is now operational at Zamboanga City High School-Main, boosting skills training for students. Read more about this investment in education.
Bacolod Rep. Alfredo Benitez files a resolution for an inquiry into the Slow Food Movement in Negros Occidental to assess its potential for sustainable development in the Visayas. Read more.
McDonald's Philippines opens its 36th Cebu branch at Il Corso, featuring sustainable design and launching the M for All hiring program for seniors & PWDs. Read more.
Globe at Home pioneers a green AI home ecosystem in the Philippines with FusionSolar, offering solar power, backup batteries, and energy management to cut electricity bills and ensure uninterrupted connectivity.
A month after Typhoon Tino's catastrophic floods, Compostela, Cebu residents rebuild and plead for sustainable livelihood assistance. Over 200 homes damaged, 37 fatalities recorded.
A high-ranking NPA leader and six fighters surrender in Tupi, South Cotabato, turning over high-powered firearms. They are now enrolling in the government's E-CLIP reintegration program.
DSWD Field Office-Davao temporarily halts guarantee letter issuance for AICS and AKAP starting Nov 30, 2025. Other aid forms continue. Learn more.
Davao Oriental aids 25 former rebels in applying for amnesty, a key step for reintegration and sustaining peace. Read how the province builds on its insurgency-free status.
The Philippine government has approved higher price ceilings for socialized housing to P950,000, aiming to revive stalled projects and boost supply under the 4PH Program. Learn how this affects developers and homebuyers.
BDO Unibank secures $500 million from a five-year offshore bond sale, oversubscribed by more than 3 times. Funds will support lending and corporate growth. Read the details.
PhilHealth expands its HIV outpatient package by 95% to ₱58,500, strengthening support and privacy for PLHIV. Learn about the enhanced benefits and nationwide coverage.
The Philippine government allocates ₱26 billion for DepEd's school feeding program in 2026. This investigation examines transparency, effectiveness, and whether this massive investment truly addresses child malnutrition.
Cebu City transforms former COVID-19 quarantine facility into transitional housing for homeless families and street dwellers through new structured reintegration program with DSWD partnership.
Lapu-Lapu City awarded P5,000 cash incentives to 35 board passers from various professions. Mayor Cindi King-Chan recognized their achievements and encouraged job applications.
Philippine Army's 32nd Infantry Battalion leads tree growing activity in Maluso, Basilan, planting 150 seedlings to promote environmental sustainability and community development.
Philippine public school teachers gain access to PHP20/kg rice through DepEd-DA partnership. Program expands to remote areas starting January 2026. Learn more.
Cebu City Council grants Mayor Archival authority to explore 24/7 'Mayor of the Night' program for night-shift workers. Learn how this will transform government services.