Day: December 17, 2025

Manila: The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) announced that the rehabilitation of Epifanio Delos Santos Avenue (EDSA), one of Metro Manila’s major thoroughfares, is scheduled to commence next Wednesday, December 24. Secretary Vince Dizon outlined the plans during a press briefing, indicating the start of the project’s first phase. According to Philippines News Agency, the initial phase of the rehabilitation will cover the stretch from Roxas Boulevard in Pasay City to Orense Street in Makati City. Dizon highlighted that after completing this section, the rest of EDSA will undergo rehabilitation. The project involves reblocking and asphalt overlay, which

Northern mindanao: Northern Mindanao has a stable and sufficient rice supply, a regional agriculture official assured the public on Wednesday. Department of Agriculture (DA) 10 (Northern Mindanao) Executive Director Jose Apollo Pacamalan said the region maintains a 31-day buffer stock, attributing it to strong local production and a steady inflow of commercial rice. According to Philippines News Agency, Pacamalan emphasized that with the right technology, strong partnerships, and focused investments, Northern Mindanao can further reduce its reliance on imported rice and strengthen its position as a major food producer. He stated that prevailing retail prices for commercial rice range from

Malaca±ang: Malaca±ang has directed all national government agencies (NGAs) to hold simple Christmas and year-end celebrations, in view of recent calamities that have hit the country. Memorandum Circular (MC) 110, signed by Executive Secretary Ralph Recto on Dec. 15, emphasizes the need to adopt austerity measures during the Christmas season to ensure greater efficiency in public spending and prevent the misuse of government resources. According to Philippines News Agency, the directive to keep this year’s celebration of the Yuletide season ‘simple and meaningful’ covers all NGAs and instrumentalities, including government-owned or -controlled corporations and state universities and colleges. Local government

Manila: The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) has teamed up with SM Supermalls to offer the public live traffic feeds from selected traffic cameras, providing motorists with real-time traffic updates across the metropolis. According to Philippines News Agency, the initiative was launched at SM Megamall, where MMDA Chair Romando ‘Don’ Artes announced that live CCTV feeds would be displayed in participating SM malls to show traffic conditions in nearby areas. Currently, the live traffic feed is available at SM Megamall, showcasing traffic conditions on the southbound portions of EDSA-Shaw Boulevard and EDSA-Ayala, as well as the northbound portions of EDSA-Guadiz

Manila: The Negros Occidental provincial government has partnered with the Central Philippines State University (CPSU) for the implementation of a 50-year flagship initiative for ecosystem conservation, protection, and rehabilitation. The Project TANOM (Tanom, Aksyon, Negros Occidental on Mission) launching was marked by a ceremonial tree planting of Dao and other native tree species in Barangay Tagukon, Kabankalan City on Tuesday. “Tanom” is a Hiligaynon word which means “to plant.” According to Philippines News Agency, Governor Eugenio Jose Lacson expressed appreciation for the collaborative efforts of CPSU in transforming Project TANOM into a model of science-based and community-driven environmental action. Lacson