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DepEd rolls out policy orientation for teachers

The Department of Education (DepEd) has begun nationwide policy orientations for teachers in preparation for School Year 2026–2027. DepEd said the sessions are crucial as...

Gov’t unveils key reforms to empower PH seafarers

In a major move to empower the local maritime sector, the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) has rolled out a landmark policy to modernize licensing...

Confronting how we see women and the systems around them

In 2023, I wrote a column about the “working” woman and how society perceives its meaning. The reflection was prompted by a news article...

Sotto pushes for one person, one socmed account

Senate President Vicente Sotto III is pushing for a policy that would limit Filipinos to one verified social media account per platform to curb...

PH attends strategic forum on security

THE Department of National Defense (DND) participated in the 14th International Institute for Strategic Studies Shangri-La Dialogue Sherpa Meeting held in Singapore from Jan....

DSWD to strictly implement anti-epal provision in 2026 budget

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) will strictly implement the ‘‘anti-epal’’ provision under the 2026 General Appropriations Act, which bars politicians from appearing...

Climate change: Critical global challenge

CLIMATE change, or the Earth’s usual long-term weather patterns, has become a critical global challenge affecting every country, including the Philippines, and disrupting economies. These...

PIDS launches HEFP website as central hub for health data

The Philippine Institute for Development Studies (PIDS) has launched a new website for its health economics and finance program (HEFP), creating an easily accessible,...

Public health, harm reduction experts seek Philippine drug policy overhaul

Policy experts have urged the Philippine government to completely overhaul the country's existing law to address drug use, arguing that it is anti-poor, counterproductive, and outdated. During...

AI may deepen Philippine digital divide without reforms—say experts

Artificial intelligence (AI) could worsen the digital divide in the Philippines unless the government quickly strengthens data systems, expands digital connectivity, and implements safeguards,...

Young plaintiffs stand tall after taking on Trump climate agenda in court

MISSOULA, Montana – Young Americans challenging President Donald Trump’s fossil fuel agenda say they were proud to have their day in court -- even...

Education Advocacy

In a concerted effort to boost the integration and institutionalization of Peace Education across the Philippine education system, the Office of the Presidential Adviser...

South Korea to ban mobile phones in school classrooms

Seoul, South Korea—South Korea has passed a bill banning the use of mobile phones in school classrooms nationwide, officials said Thursday, joining other countries in...

Marcos: No letup in crackdown vs. online gambling predators

President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. on Tuesday vowed to intensify government efforts against online gambling, warning that it preys on vulnerable Filipinos and threatens...
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