A total of 20 students from Toledo City, Cebu have received college scholarships from Therma Visayas Inc. (TVI), a subsidiary of AboitizPower. The scholars came from Barangays Bato and Cabitoonan. The scholarship program aims to help students pursue higher education by providing financial assistance. What is the scholarship program? The scholarship is funded by the … Read more
The Economic and Development (ED) Council has approved the Department of Education (DepEd) trimester school calendar starting School Year 2026-2027. The approval was made during the council meeting held on March 19. The new system is expected to improve learning outcomes and address disruptions in the school calendar. What is the DepEd trimester system? The … Read more
The Gokongwei Brothers Foundation (GBF) is now accepting applications for the GBF STEM College Scholarship 2026 for qualified students. The scholarship program is open to students who are taking up Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) courses. Scholars will receive financial assistance, training programs, and possible job opportunities after graduation. What is GBF STEM College … Read more
The Vicsal Foundation, Inc. (VFI) is now accepting applications for the Vicsal Foundation College Scholarship Program for Academic Year 2026-2027. This scholarship program aims to support underprivileged but academically deserving public senior high school graduates who wish to pursue college education in Cebu. Through the program, selected scholars will receive full financial assistance including tuition … Read more
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) will begin distributing ₱5,000 cash assistance to tricycle drivers in Metro Manila starting March 17. The financial aid aims to help drivers cope with the impact of rising fuel prices. According to DSWD Secretary Rex Gatchalian and Transportation Secretary Giovanni Lopez, the payout will be conducted simultaneously … Read more
Three community-based associations in Claver, Surigao del Norte received more than ₱6.5 million in livelihood assistance from the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) to support local businesses and create more income opportunities for residents. The total amount of ₱6,557,150 was distributed during a ceremonial turnover held on March 4, 2026 in Claver. The assistance … Read more
More than a hundred senior citizens in Abra who reached milestone ages recently received cash gifts from the government through the National Commission of Senior Citizens (NCSC). A total of 168 senior citizens aged 80, 85, 90, and 95 received P10,000 cash gifts during a distribution activity held on March 11, 2026 at the Provincial … Read more
The Caloocan City government will start providing a free shuttle service for City Hall employees beginning March 16 as part of its efforts to conserve fuel and energy. The shuttle service will operate from Monday to Friday and aims to help employees reduce transportation expenses while supporting the city’s energy conservation initiatives. Shuttle Routes and … Read more
Members of the Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) will soon be able to apply for a loan of up to ₱500,000 to install solar panels at home. The new program, called the Ginhawa Solar Energy Loan (GSEL), aims to help government employees invest in renewable energy and reduce their electricity costs. The initiative is part … Read more
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has ordered the immediate release of a ₱5,000 fuel subsidy for public transport drivers affected by the recent increase in fuel prices caused by tensions in the Middle East. The announcement was confirmed by Executive Secretary Ralph Recto, who met with Metro Manila mayors to ensure the fast distribution of the … Read more