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Manila: The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) on Wednesday urged all local government units (LGUs) to intensify energy conservation efforts by implementing the Government Energy Management Program (GEMP) under Republic Act 11285, or the Energy Efficiency and Conservation (EEC) Act. The DILG made the statement in support of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s call to promote energy efficiency in the public sector. According to Philippines News Agency, under Memorandum Circular 2025-515, the DILG directed LGUs to craft a Local EEC Plan that outlines specific conservation strategies, target cost reductions, and motor vehicle inventories. LGUs, except barangays, are

Manila: Key transport and traffic agencies are coordinating to craft protocols and a traffic management plan in anticipation of major road works along the Epifanio de los Santos Avenue (EDSA), one of Metro Manila’s busiest thoroughfares, the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) said Wednesday. In a press briefing in Malaca±ang, DPWH Secretary Manuel Bonoan noted preparations are underway to minimize public inconvenience once the EDSA rehabilitation starts mid-June. According to Philippines News Agency, the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) and the Department of Transportation (DOTr) are working closely to finalize a comprehensive traffic scheme, including alternative routes and

Manila: Airport regulator Manila International Airport Authority (MIAA) said Wednesday it extended assistance to victims of a recent fire incident in Barangay 81, Caloocan City. The MIAA distributed 476 repacked eco-bags and 50 boxes of assorted items, such as clothing, bags, footwear, and toys to more than 1,000 individuals on May 20. According to Philippines News Agency, the outreach program was part of MIAA’s CSR initiatives and was also a response to President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s call to help calamity-stricken communities. MIAA’s donation came from unclaimed items at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport’s lost and found section. The Caloocan

Manila: With his extended term set to end on June 7, Philippine National Police (PNP) Chief Gen. Rommel Francisco Marbil on Wednesday expressed hope that reforms and improvements within the police force will continue under the leadership of his successor. “I don’t go for legacy. Gusto namin continuity. Dapat tuloy-tuloy yung reform, yung pagbabago, yung improvement (We want continuity. Reforms, improvement should continue),” Marbil stated during a media interview at Camp Crame. According to Philippines News Agency, Marbil emphasized the importance of mandatory continuing education and learning about the law for police personnel. He noted that all candidates for the

Siquijor: The National Food Authority (NFA) announced plans to transport 810,000 kg of rice to Siquijor, to be sold at PHP20 per kg under the ‘Benteng Bigas Meron (BBM) Na’ program. This initiative aligns with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s directive to provide affordable rice to more Filipinos. According to Philippines News Agency, NFA Administrator Larry Lacson conveyed through a Viber message that the rice would be shipped separately from Bicol and Occidental Mindoro. Four trucks have already departed from the Valenzuela warehouse to collect stocks in Bicol and deliver at least 1,200 bags to Siquijor. Additionally, a vessel from