Day: August 14, 2025

Manila: A PHP4-billion waste-to-energy facility is set to rise within the next two years at New Clark City in Capas, Tarlac, following an agreement secured by the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) with Indian engineering firm Uttamenergy Limited. The agreement for the construction of a 12-megawatt plant capable of processing about 600 metric tons of waste daily, including bottom and fly ash, was signed following President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s five-day state visit to India from Aug. 4 to 8. According to Philippines News Agency, the project is estimated to generate electricity for around 10,000 households and generate about

Manila: The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is a major player in ensuring peace and prosperity in the region, Department of National Defense (DND) Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. said on Thursday. “Since its founding on Aug. 8, 1967, ASEAN has been a steadfast driver of peace, stability, and prosperity in the region, facing challenges through the collective resolve of its Member States,” Teodoro said in his message on the 10-member regional bloc’s founding anniversary. According to Philippines News Agency, Teodoro mentioned that the Philippines joins its Southeast Asian neighbors in celebrating the 58th year of ASEAN, which he described

Manila: The government’s new online public grievance platform for ineffective flood control projects, ‘Sumbong sa Pangulo,’ received more than 1,100 reports and over 800 feedback submissions within three days of its launch, Malaca±ang said Thursday. According to Philippines News Agency, in a press briefing, Palace Press Officer Claire Castro reported that from Aug. 11 to 13, the website sumbongsapangulo.ph logged 84,892 total views, 1,148 reports, and 823 feedback messages. Launched on Aug. 11, the platform allows citizens to directly raise complaints, concerns, or suggestions to President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and the Office of the President. The initiative aims to

Bicol: The Department of Agriculture in Bicol (DA-5) earlier this week distributed PHP11.8 million composting facility technology packages for biodegradable waste to farmers in Camarines Sur. Lovella Guarin, spokesperson for DA-5, said the initiative promotes organic farming and enhances farmers’ agricultural productivity. According to Philippines News Agency, the goal of these interventions is to strengthen the capacity of cooperatives and research institutions in the production of organic fertilizer while reducing farm waste. Larry Berin, vice chair of the Caanduyog Agriculture Cooperative, expressed gratitude for the government’s support, stating that the facility will greatly assist them in practicing organic farming. He

Manila: Malaca±ang on Thursday said the proposed PHP1 fare increase for public utility jeepneys (PUJs) would undergo a comprehensive review to determine its impact on commuters and operators. Palace Press Officer Claire Castro said President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has tasked the entire economic team to study the proposal. According to Philippines News Agency, the President’s directive emphasizes the importance of a detailed examination due to the potential widespread impact. “Ang direktiba po ng Pangulo, ito po ay aaralin dahil marami pong maaapektuhan dito. Hindi lang po ang (Department of Transportation) ang magde-decide dito kundi ang buong economic team para